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Last Updated: January 2025 These Terms of Service (“Terms”) govern your access to and use of Dubs, a decentralized sports betting platform built on the Solana blockchain (the “Platform” or “Services”). By using Dubs, you agree to these Terms.

1. Acceptance of Terms

By connecting your wallet to Dubs or using any of our Services, you:
  • Confirm you have read and understood these Terms
  • Agree to be bound by these Terms
  • Represent that you have the legal capacity to enter into this agreement
If you do not agree to these Terms, do not use Dubs.

2. Eligibility

To use Dubs, you must:
  • Be at least 18 years old (or the legal gambling age in your jurisdiction)
  • Have the legal capacity to enter into binding agreements
  • Not be located in a jurisdiction where online gambling is prohibited
  • Not be on any sanctions list or prohibited from using blockchain services
Important: You are responsible for ensuring that your use of Dubs complies with all applicable laws in your jurisdiction. Online gambling may be illegal in your location.

3. Account and Wallet

3.1 Wallet Connection

  • You connect to Dubs using a Solana-compatible wallet (e.g., Phantom, Solflare)
  • Your wallet address serves as your identity on the platform
  • You are solely responsible for the security of your wallet and private keys

3.2 Account Security

  • Never share your wallet’s seed phrase or private keys
  • Dubs will never ask for your private keys
  • You are responsible for all activity that occurs through your wallet

3.3 Profile Information

  • Usernames must not be offensive, misleading, or impersonate others
  • We may remove or modify usernames that violate this policy

4. Platform Services

4.1 Sports Betting

Dubs provides a peer-to-peer sports betting platform where:
  • Users create and join betting pools on sports events
  • Outcomes are determined by real-world sports results
  • Payouts are distributed automatically via smart contracts

4.2 No Guarantee of Payouts

Gambling involves risk. You may lose some or all of the funds you wager. Only bet what you can afford to lose. Past results do not guarantee future outcomes.

5. Fees

5.1 Platform Fees

Dubs charges fees on winning payouts:
Fee TypeAmount
Platform Fee4-5%
Oracle Fee1%
Referral Fee0-1%
Total6%

5.2 Blockchain Fees

  • Solana network transaction fees apply to all transactions
  • These fees are paid to the Solana network, not to Dubs
  • Current fees are typically less than $0.01 per transaction

5.3 Fee Changes

We reserve the right to modify fees with reasonable notice. Continued use of the platform after fee changes constitutes acceptance.

6. User Conduct

You agree NOT to:
  • Use the platform for any illegal purpose
  • Attempt to manipulate games or outcomes
  • Create multiple accounts to exploit promotions
  • Use bots, scripts, or automated systems
  • Harass, abuse, or harm other users
  • Attempt to hack, exploit, or compromise the platform
  • Launder money or engage in fraudulent activity
  • Violate any applicable laws or regulations

7. Smart Contracts and Blockchain

7.1 Decentralized Nature

  • Dubs operates using smart contracts on the Solana blockchain
  • Transactions are irreversible once confirmed on-chain
  • We cannot reverse, modify, or cancel blockchain transactions

7.2 Smart Contract Risks

Smart contracts may contain bugs or vulnerabilities. While we take security seriously, you acknowledge that:
  • No smart contract is 100% secure
  • Blockchain transactions are final and irreversible
  • You use the platform at your own risk

7.3 Oracle Services

  • Game outcomes are determined by third-party data providers
  • We use automated oracles to resolve bets based on official scores
  • In rare cases, manual intervention may be required

8. Refunds and Disputes

8.1 Automatic Refunds

Refunds occur automatically when:
  • A game has no opposing bets (one-sided pool)
  • A sports event ends in a tie
  • A sports event is cancelled
  • An emergency refund is triggered

8.2 Emergency Refunds

  • If a game is not resolved within 24 hours of lock time, an emergency refund can be triggered
  • Emergency refunds return funds without platform fees
  • We may trigger emergency refunds in exceptional circumstances

8.3 Dispute Resolution

  • Disputes are resolved based on official sports data
  • Our oracle data sources are authoritative for game outcomes
  • Decisions on game resolutions are final

9. Intellectual Property

9.1 Our Property

Dubs, including its design, code, logos, and content, is owned by us or our licensors. You may not:
  • Copy, modify, or distribute our intellectual property
  • Use our trademarks without permission
  • Reverse engineer our software

9.2 User Content

By posting content (chat messages, usernames, etc.), you grant us a license to use, display, and distribute that content on the platform.

10. Disclaimers

10.1 “As Is” Service

THE SERVICES ARE PROVIDED “AS IS” AND “AS AVAILABLE” WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING:
  • Merchantability
  • Fitness for a particular purpose
  • Non-infringement
  • Accuracy or reliability of results

10.2 No Guarantee

We do not guarantee:
  • Continuous, uninterrupted access to the platform
  • That the platform will be error-free
  • That your use will meet your expectations
  • Specific financial outcomes

11. Limitation of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW:
  • We are not liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages
  • Our total liability is limited to the amount you paid to us in fees in the past 12 months
  • We are not responsible for losses due to wallet security breaches, network issues, or smart contract failures

12. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Dubs and its affiliates from any claims, damages, or expenses arising from:
  • Your use of the Services
  • Your violation of these Terms
  • Your violation of any applicable laws
  • Your violation of third-party rights

13. Modifications

We may modify these Terms at any time. Changes will be effective when posted. Continued use of the platform constitutes acceptance of modified Terms.

14. Termination

14.1 By You

You may stop using Dubs at any time. Claim any outstanding payouts before stopping use.

14.2 By Us

We may suspend or terminate your access if you:
  • Violate these Terms
  • Engage in fraudulent or illegal activity
  • Abuse the platform or other users

14.3 Effect of Termination

Upon termination:
  • You must stop using the Services
  • You remain responsible for any pending transactions
  • Blockchain records remain permanent

15. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of [Jurisdiction]. Any disputes will be resolved in the courts of [Jurisdiction], and you consent to personal jurisdiction there.

16. Miscellaneous

16.1 Entire Agreement

These Terms constitute the entire agreement between you and Dubs.

16.2 Severability

If any provision is found unenforceable, the remaining provisions continue in effect.

16.3 No Waiver

Our failure to enforce any right does not waive that right.

16.4 Assignment

You may not assign your rights under these Terms. We may assign our rights freely.

17. Contact

For questions about these Terms: Email: [email protected]
By using Dubs, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service.