Last Updated: April 14, 2025
Welcome to maineraffle.com, including any subdomains (the “Website”), owned and operated by TechResolv LLC as a product called Maine Raffle. The Website provides a platform for non-profit organizations to sell raffle tickets online, operating as a payment management system approved by the Maine Gambling Control Unit. These Terms and Conditions (“Terms”) govern your use of the Website and participation in raffle services. By accessing or using the Website, including logging in via third-party platforms, making payments, or participating in a raffle, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree, please do not use the Website.
1. Eligibility
To participate in raffles, you must:
- Be at least 18 years old, as required by Maine raffle laws.
- Be physically located in Maine at the time of ticket purchase, as verified by IP address, GPS location, or other means.
- Provide accurate and complete information during the checkout, third-party login (e.g., Google), and age/location verification process.
- Not be an employee, contractor, or immediate family member of TechResolv LLC, the non-profit conducting the raffle, or AgeChecker.Net.
Our Website is intended for individuals aged 18 and older. In compliance with the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA), we do not permit anyone under 13 to use the Website or provide personal information. We reserve the right to disqualify any participant who does not meet these eligibility requirements.
2. Raffle Rules
- Ticket Purchase: Raffle tickets are purchased through our approved payment management system. Ticket fees, refund policies, and other purchase details are set by the non-profit conducting the raffle and will be specified on the raffle’s page.
- Verification: We use AgeChecker.Net to verify your age and location. You may be required to submit additional information (e.g., ID scans) to complete verification. Failure to comply may result in disqualification.
- Prizes: Prizes are determined by the non-profit conducting the raffle and described on the raffle’s page. Winners are responsible for any applicable taxes or fees.
- Winner Selection: Winners are selected randomly in accordance with Maine raffle laws and Maine Gambling Control Unit regulations. Selection methods and odds of winning, which depend on the number of tickets sold, will be detailed on the raffle’s page.
- Notification: Winner notification processes and timelines are set by the non-profit conducting the raffle and will be specified on the raffle’s page.
- Compliance: All raffles comply with Maine raffle laws and Maine Gambling Control Unit requirements. Additional rules specific to each raffle, as determined by the non-profit, will be posted on the raffle’s page.
- Marketing Consent: By participating in a raffle, you consent to receive marketing and promotional communications, such as emails or notifications about future raffles, non-profit campaigns, or offers. You can opt out at any time (see Section 12).
3. Your Account
- You may create an account directly or log in using third-party platforms like Google. You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials and for all activities under your account.
- Notify us immediately at [email protected] if you suspect unauthorized access.
- We reserve the right to suspend or terminate accounts for violations of these Terms.
4. Payment and Refunds
- Payments are processed securely through third-party payment processors, including Stripe, Square, and PayPal, via our approved payment management system.
- Raffle ticket fees are non-refundable unless otherwise specified by the non-profit conducting the raffle on the raffle’s page or required by law.
- You agree to provide accurate payment information and authorize us to charge the specified amounts through your chosen processor.
5. Intellectual Property
All content on the Website, including text, images, logos, and software, is owned by or licensed to TechResolv LLC. You may not copy, modify, distribute, or use this content without our prior written consent.
6. User Conduct
You agree not to:
- Use the Website for any unlawful or unauthorized purpose.
- Attempt to manipulate raffle outcomes or bypass age/location verification.
- Interfere with the Website’s functionality (e.g., hacking, introducing viruses).
- Provide false or misleading information during checkout, login, or verification.
7. Third-Party Services
- Non-Profit Partners: We provide a platform for non-profits to sell raffle tickets. Certain data may be shared with the non-profit conducting the raffle to fulfill raffle obligations, subject to Maine laws and Maine Gambling Control Unit regulations.
- AgeChecker.Net: We use AgeChecker.Net to verify age and location. Their services are subject to their own terms and privacy policy (https://agechecker.net/privacy), which you agree to comply with when participating in raffles.
- Third-Party Logins: If you log in via Google or similar platforms, you agree to their terms of service and privacy policies.
- Payment Processors: We use Stripe, Square, PayPal, and other processors to handle payments. Their services are governed by their respective terms and policies.
- Other Third Parties: Additional services (e.g., hosting providers) may be used to operate the Website, subject to their terms.
8. Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law:
- The Website and raffle services are provided “as is” without warranties of any kind, express or implied.
- TechResolv LLC and non-profit partners are not liable for any indirect, incidental, or consequential damages arising from your use of the Website, third-party logins, payment processing, or participation in raffles.
- Our total liability for any claim shall not exceed the amount you paid for your raffle ticket.
9. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify and hold harmless TechResolv LLC, non-profit partners, and their affiliates and service providers (including AgeChecker.Net, Google, Stripe, Square, and PayPal) from any claims, losses, or damages arising from your violation of these Terms or misuse of the Website.
10. Termination
We may suspend or terminate your access to the Website at our discretion, including for violations of these Terms, suspected fraud, or non-compliance with raffle eligibility requirements.
11. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution
- These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of Maine, USA, without regard to conflict of law principles.
- Any disputes arising under these Terms shall be resolved through binding arbitration in [Your City], Maine, in accordance with the rules of the American Arbitration Association. You waive the right to participate in class actions.
12. Changes to These Terms
We may update these Terms at any time. Significant changes will be communicated via the Website or email. Your continued use of the Website after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms.
13. Contact Us
For questions about these Terms, contact us at:
TechResolv LLC
[email protected] (mailto:[email protected])