Terms of Service

1. Agreement to Terms

By accessing and using the Big Sky Racebook website ("Site"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service ("Terms"). If you disagree with any part of these Terms, you may not access the Site.

These Terms apply to all visitors, users, and others who access or use the Site.

2. Description of Service

Big Sky Racebook is an informational website that provides educational content about legal horse betting in Montana. We provide:

• Information about Montana horse racing regulations
• Guides to pari-mutuel betting
• Educational resources for beginners and experienced bettors
• Information about licensed betting locations in Montana
• Betting strategy guides and tips

Important: Big Sky Racebook does not accept bets, process wagers, or facilitate any gambling transactions. We are purely an informational resource.

3. User Eligibility

You must be at least 18 years old to use this Site. By using the Site, you represent and warrant that:

• You are at least 18 years of age
• You have the legal capacity to enter into these Terms
• You are not prohibited from accessing the Site under applicable laws
• You will comply with all applicable local, state, and federal laws regarding gambling

4. Intellectual Property Rights

The Site and its original content, features, and functionality are owned by Big Sky Racebook and are protected by international copyright, trademark, patent, trade secret, and other intellectual property laws.

You may not:

• Copy, modify, or distribute any content from the Site without written permission
• Use any content for commercial purposes without authorization
• Remove any copyright or proprietary notices from materials on the Site
• Transfer any content to another person or "mirror" content on any other server

5. User Conduct

When using our Site, you agree not to:

• Use the Site for any unlawful purpose or in violation of these Terms
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any part of the Site
• Interfere with or disrupt the Site or servers connected to the Site
• Transmit any viruses, malware, or other harmful code
• Collect or harvest any information from the Site without permission
• Use automated systems or software to extract data from the Site
• Impersonate any person or entity or misrepresent your affiliation

6. Disclaimer of Warranties

THE SITE IS PROVIDED ON AN "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" BASIS. BIG SKY RACEBOOK MAKES NO WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, REGARDING:

• The accuracy, reliability, or completeness of any information on the Site
• The availability or uninterrupted operation of the Site
• The results that may be obtained from using the Site
• Any betting outcomes or financial results from using information on the Site

Information provided on the Site is for educational purposes only and should not be considered legal, financial, or professional advice.

7. Limitation of Liability

TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, BIG SKY RACEBOOK SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR:

• Any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages
• Any loss of profits, data, or goodwill
• Any gambling losses or betting outcomes
• Any damages resulting from your use of or inability to use the Site
• Any damages resulting from unauthorized access to your data

Our total liability for any claims arising from your use of the Site shall not exceed the amount you paid to access the Site (if any).

8. Responsible Gambling

Big Sky Racebook promotes responsible gambling. We encourage all users to:

• Only gamble with money you can afford to lose
• Set strict time and money limits before gambling
• Never chase losses
• Seek help if gambling becomes a problem

If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, please contact the National Problem Gambling Helpline at 1-800-522-4700.

9. Third-Party Links

The Site may contain links to third-party websites or services. Big Sky Racebook:

• Does not control or endorse any third-party sites
• Is not responsible for the content or practices of linked sites
• Encourages you to review the terms and privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit

10. Indemnification

You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless Big Sky Racebook and its officers, directors, employees, and agents from any claims, damages, losses, or expenses (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising from:

• Your use of the Site
• Your violation of these Terms
• Your violation of any third-party rights
• Any content you submit to the Site

11. Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Montana, without regard to its conflict of law provisions. Any legal action arising from these Terms shall be brought exclusively in the state or federal courts located in Montana.

12. Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. We will provide notice of significant changes by updating the "Last Updated" date. Your continued use of the Site after changes constitutes acceptance of the modified Terms.

13. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable or invalid, that provision shall be limited or eliminated to the minimum extent necessary so that the remaining Terms remain in full force and effect.

14. Contact Information

If you have questions about these Terms, please contact us at: