TERMS AND CONDITIONS

Effective Date: January 1, 2024

Welcome to the Rib Cookoff Association website, www.ribcookoffassociation.com. By accessing or using our website, services, and registering for contests, you agree to the following terms and conditions:

1. Use of Website
You agree to use this website only for lawful purposes. You must not:
Misrepresent your identity
Attempt to hack or disrupt the website
Post false or misleading information

2. Contest Registration
By registering for an RCOA-sanctioned contest, you agree to:
Comply with all posted rules and regulations
Pay applicable fees
Acknowledge that refunds may be denied based on specific contest policies (e.g., “Rain or Shine” or “No Refunds After [date]” flyers)

3. Refund Policy
Refunds will be issued only under the guidelines outlined in our official Refunds & Cancellation Policy, unless otherwise noted on individual contest flyers.

4. Intellectual Property
All content on this site—including logos, graphics, and text—is owned by the Rib Cookoff Association or used with permission. You may not use or reproduce it without written consent.

5. Third-Party Links
Our site may contain links to third-party websites (such as event sponsors or vendors). We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those sites.

6. Modifications
We may update these Terms or our Privacy Policy at any time. Continued use of the website implies acceptance of any revised terms.

7. Contact Us
If you have questions about these Terms or our Privacy Policy, please email us at support@ribcookoffassociation.com.