Terms of Service

FolkUp — Padel Encyclopedia Version: 2.0 | Effective Date: February 2026 | Last Updated: February 2026

Operator: FolkUp Address: Portugal (to be updated upon company registration) Email: hello@folkup.app

1. What This Website Is

padel.folkup.fit is a free, open-content encyclopedia about padel, covering rules, technique, tactics, equipment, history, and more. It is operated by FolkUp and supported by voluntary donations.

By using this website, you agree to these Terms. If you do not agree, please stop using the website.

2. Content License

Unless otherwise noted, all content on padel.folkup.fit is licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 4.0 International License (CC BY-SA 4.0).

You are free to:

• Share — copy and redistribute the material in any medium or format
• Adapt — remix, transform, and build upon the material, including commercially

Under the following conditions:

• Attribution — give appropriate credit to FolkUp, link to the license, and indicate if changes were made
• ShareAlike — distribute adaptations under the same CC BY-SA 4.0 license

Full license: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/

The FolkUp name, logo, and brand elements are not covered by this license and may not be used without permission, except for reasonable attribution.

3. No Warranty of Accuracy

We do our best to provide accurate and up-to-date information, verified by the community. However, we do not guarantee that content is accurate, complete, or current. Encyclopedic content is compiled from various sources and may contain errors or outdated information.

All content is provided “as is”, without warranty of any kind, to the maximum extent permitted by law.

Content on this website must NOT be used as the sole basis for medical, health, safety, legal, or financial decisions. Always seek appropriate professional advice for such matters.

4. Sports Disclaimer

Padel involves physical activity that carries inherent risks of injury.

• Content about techniques, training, drills, and exercises is provided for educational and informational purposes only and does not replace professional coaching or medical advice.
• Consult a physician before beginning any new physical activity, especially if you have pre-existing health conditions, injuries, or concerns.
• FolkUp is not responsible for any injuries, health issues, or physical harm that may occur during or as a result of physical activities informed by content on this website.
• Always warm up properly, use appropriate equipment, and respect your body’s limits.

5. Equipment Recommendations

Any information about padel equipment (rackets, shoes, balls, accessories) is provided for informational purposes only. We are not professional equipment advisors.

• Equipment recommendations reflect general knowledge and community experience, not professional endorsements.
• Individual needs vary based on skill level, playing style, physical condition, and personal preference.
• We do not sell products and receive no commission from equipment mentions.

6. User Accounts (FolkUp Auth)

We offer optional user accounts through FolkUp Auth (auth.folkup.app), powered by Keycloak. Account creation is entirely voluntary and is not required to access the website’s content.

If you create an account, you agree to:

• Provide accurate registration information
• Keep your login credentials secure and not share them with third parties
• Be responsible for all activity under your account
• Notify us promptly at hello@folkup.app if you suspect unauthorized access

If you register via an OAuth provider (e.g., Google), the provider’s own terms and privacy policy also apply to their processing of your data.

FolkUp reserves the right to suspend or terminate accounts that violate these Terms or are used for unlawful purposes.

You may request account deletion at any time by contacting privacy@folkup.app. For details on how we handle your account data, see our Privacy Policy.

7. Third-Party Links

This website may contain links to external websites. We are not responsible for the content, accuracy, or availability of third-party sites. Following external links is at your own discretion.

8. Donations

FolkUp is supported by voluntary donations through Ko-fi. Donations are entirely optional and do not affect your access to content. Donations are processed by Ko-fi under their own terms. We do not receive your payment details.

9. Acceptable Use

You may use this website for any lawful purpose consistent with the CC BY-SA 4.0 license. You may not:

• Use the website for any unlawful purpose
• Attempt to interfere with or disrupt the website’s operation
• Remove or alter copyright notices or attribution from content

Automated access (search engine crawlers, academic research bots) is permitted if it does not degrade service quality.

10. Limitation of Liability

To the extent permitted by law:

• FolkUp shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages arising from your use of this website.
• Our total aggregate liability shall not exceed EUR 100.

We do not exclude liability for: death or personal injury caused by negligence, fraud, intentional misconduct, or anything that cannot be excluded under EU or Portuguese law.

These Terms do not affect your statutory rights as a consumer.

11. Privacy

We process minimal personal data. For full details, see our Privacy Policy.

12. Changes to These Terms

We may update these Terms from time to time. The “Last Updated” date at the top will be revised. Continued use of the website after changes constitutes acceptance.

For material changes affecting user accounts or your rights, we will notify registered users by email where practicable.

Previous versions are available upon request at hello@folkup.app.

13. Governing Law, Complaints and Disputes

These Terms are governed by the laws of Portugal.

Complaints: If you have a complaint about our services or content, please contact us first at hello@folkup.app. We will acknowledge your complaint within 5 business days and aim to resolve it within 30 days.

If you are an EU consumer, you may use the EU Online Dispute Resolution platform. Our email for ODR purposes: hello@folkup.app

Any unresolved disputes shall be submitted to the competent courts of Lisbon, Portugal.

If you are a consumer resident in another EU/EEA member state, you retain the protections of your country’s mandatory consumer protection laws.

14. Operator Information

In accordance with the eCommerce Directive (2000/31/EC) and Portuguese Decreto-Lei 7/2004:

• Name: FolkUp
• Address: Portugal (to be updated upon company registration)
• NIF: (to be updated upon company registration)
• Email: hello@folkup.app

15. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found unenforceable, the remaining provisions remain in full force.

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