Terms & Conditions

Introduction

Welcome to KiwiCasino. These Terms and Conditions govern your access to and use of kiwicasino.nz and all related services.

By accessing or using our Site, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree with any part of these Terms, you must not use our Site.

Important: These Terms include important information about your legal rights, remedies, and obligations. Please read them carefully.

1. Acceptance of Terms

By using KiwiCasino, you confirm that:

  • You are at least 18 years old (the legal gambling age in New Zealand)
  • You have the legal capacity to enter into these Terms
  • You will use the Site in compliance with these Terms and all applicable laws
  • You understand that online gambling involves financial risk

If you do not meet these requirements, you must not use this Site.

2. Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting to the Site.

When we update these Terms:

  • We will update the “Last Updated” date at the top of this page
  • Material changes may be announced via a notice on the Site
  • Your continued use of the Site after changes constitutes acceptance of the new Terms

We encourage you to review these Terms periodically.

3. Description of Service

KiwiCasino is an informational website that provides:

  • Reviews and ratings of online casinos
  • Information about casino bonuses, games, and payment methods
  • Educational content about online gambling
  • Comparisons and recommendations

What We Are:

  • An independent casino review and information site
  • An affiliate marketing website (we earn commissions from casino referrals)

What We Are NOT:

  • An online casino or gambling operator
  • A financial advisor or investment service
  • A gambling addiction treatment service
  • A legal authority on gambling regulations

4. Affiliate Disclosure

4.1 How We Make Money

KiwiCasino contains affiliate links to online casinos. When you click these links and sign up or play at a casino, we may earn a commission from the casino operator.

Important:

  • These commissions do not affect the price you pay or the service you receive
  • Our reviews and ratings are based on objective criteria, not affiliate payments
  • We clearly disclose our affiliate relationships
  • Casinos do not pay us for positive reviews

For full details, see our Affiliate Disclosure page.

4.2 Independence of Reviews

While we earn commissions from casino referrals, we maintain editorial independence. Our ratings are based on:

  • Payout speeds
  • Bonus fairness
  • Game quality
  • Customer support
  • Transparency and trust

We list both pros and cons for every casino, even when negative information may reduce our earnings.

5. User Responsibilities

5.1 Age Restriction

You must be 18 years or older to use this Site.

Online gambling is restricted to adults in New Zealand and most jurisdictions. By using this Site, you confirm you are of legal gambling age in your jurisdiction.

We do not knowingly provide information to minors. If you are under 18, you must not use this Site or visit the casinos we review.

5.2 Responsible Gambling

Gambling should be for entertainment only. You are solely responsible for:

  • Understanding the risks of gambling
  • Setting personal limits on time and money spent
  • Seeking help if gambling becomes a problem
  • Complying with all applicable gambling laws in your jurisdiction

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5.3 Compliance with Laws

You are responsible for ensuring that your use of this Site and any casinos you visit comply with all applicable laws in your jurisdiction, including:

  • Age restrictions
  • Gambling regulations
  • Tax obligations on winnings
  • Financial reporting requirements

We provide information about casinos that accept New Zealand players, but you are responsible for verifying legality in your specific location.

5.4 Account Security

If you create an account at any casino through our affiliate links:

  • You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials
  • You are responsible for all activities under your account
  • You must notify the casino immediately of any unauthorized use

We are not responsible for any losses resulting from unauthorized account access.

6. Accuracy of Information

6.1 Best Efforts

We make reasonable efforts to ensure that information on our Site is accurate, current, and reliable. However:

  • Casino bonuses, terms, and conditions change frequently
  • Payout speeds may vary based on individual circumstances
  • Game selections and payment methods may change without notice
  • We cannot guarantee the accuracy of all information at all times

We update our reviews regularly, but there may be delays between casino changes and our updates.

6.2 No Warranties

We provide information “as is” without warranties of any kind, either express or implied, including but not limited to:

  • Accuracy, completeness, or reliability of information
  • Suitability for any particular purpose
  • Uninterrupted or error-free operation of the Site
  • Freedom from viruses or harmful components

6.3 Verify Before Playing

Always verify information directly with the casino before playing:

  • Read the casino’s full terms and conditions
  • Confirm bonus terms, wagering requirements, and expiry dates
  • Verify payout methods and processing times
  • Check licensing and regulatory status

We encourage you to do your own research and not rely solely on our reviews.

7. Third-Party Websites and Services

7.1 External Links

Our Site contains links to third-party websites, including:

  • Online casinos
  • Payment providers
  • Gambling regulators
  • Software providers
  • Other gambling-related resources

Important:

  • We do not control these third-party websites
  • We are not responsible for their content, privacy practices, or terms
  • Clicking a link to a third-party site means you leave our Site and our Terms no longer apply
  • You interact with third-party sites at your own risk

7.2 Casino Terms Apply

When you sign up at a casino through our affiliate links:

  • The casino’s terms and conditions apply to your relationship with them
  • We are not a party to any agreement between you and the casino
  • Disputes with casinos must be resolved directly with the casino operator
  • We cannot intervene in disputes or guarantee casino behavior

7.3 No Endorsement

The inclusion of a casino in our reviews does not constitute an endorsement or guarantee of:

  • The casino’s reliability or trustworthiness
  • Your ability to win or withdraw funds
  • The quality of customer service
  • Compliance with all applicable laws

Always conduct your own due diligence before playing at any casino.

8. Intellectual Property Rights

8.1 Our Content

All content on KiwiCasino, including but not limited to:

  • Text, articles, and reviews
  • Graphics, logos, and images (except third-party casino logos)
  • Site design and layout
  • Software and code

…is owned by or licensed to us and is protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

8.2 Limited License

We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to access and use the Site for personal, non-commercial purposes only.

You may:

  • Read and browse our content
  • Share links to our articles on social media
  • Print content for personal use

You may NOT:

  • Copy, reproduce, or republish our content without permission
  • Use our content for commercial purposes
  • Scrape, data mine, or use automated tools to extract content
  • Remove copyright notices or attribution
  • Create derivative works based on our content
  • Frame or embed our Site on other websites without permission

8.3 Third-Party Intellectual Property

Casino logos, game images, and other third-party trademarks are the property of their respective owners. Their inclusion on our Site does not imply any affiliation or endorsement.

8.4 User-Submitted Content

If you submit content to us (e.g., via email or contact form), you grant us a worldwide, royalty-free, perpetual license to use, reproduce, modify, and publish that content.

You represent that any content you submit:

  • Does not infringe on any third-party rights
  • Does not contain illegal or harmful material
  • Is accurate to the best of your knowledge

9. Prohibited Uses

You agree NOT to use our Site for any unlawful or prohibited purpose, including but not limited to:

Illegal Activities:

  • Violating any local, national, or international law
  • Gambling in jurisdictions where it is prohibited
  • Money laundering or fraud
  • Accessing the Site if you are under 18 years old

Harmful Actions:

  • Attempting to gain unauthorized access to our systems
  • Introducing viruses, malware, or harmful code
  • Interfering with the proper functioning of the Site
  • Overloading our servers or networks

Intellectual Property Violations:

  • Copying or republishing our content without permission
  • Scraping or data mining our Site
  • Creating competing websites using our content

Misrepresentation:

  • Impersonating any person or entity
  • Falsely claiming affiliation with us
  • Providing false or misleading information

Spam and Abuse:

  • Sending unsolicited commercial messages
  • Posting defamatory, obscene, or offensive content
  • Harassing other users or our team

We reserve the right to terminate your access to the Site if you violate these prohibitions.

10. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law:

10.1 No Liability for Gambling Losses

We are not responsible for any losses you incur from gambling at any casino, including:

  • Financial losses from bets or games
  • Losses due to casino’s refusal to pay out winnings
  • Losses from incorrect bonus terms or promotional information
  • Losses from technical issues at casino sites

You acknowledge that gambling involves risk of loss and you gamble at your own risk.

10.2 No Liability for Third-Party Actions

We are not responsible for:

  • Actions or omissions of casinos, payment providers, or other third parties
  • Delays, failures, or errors in third-party services
  • Disputes between you and any casino
  • Security breaches or data theft at third-party sites

10.3 No Liability for Information Accuracy

We are not liable for:

  • Inaccuracies, errors, or omissions in our content
  • Outdated information (e.g., expired bonuses, changed terms)
  • Information provided by third parties
  • Decisions you make based on information on our Site

10.4 Limitation of Damages

In no event shall KiwiCasino, its owners, employees, or affiliates be liable for:

  • Indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages
  • Loss of profits, revenue, data, or goodwill
  • Service interruptions or data loss

This limitation applies even if we have been advised of the possibility of such damages.

11. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless KiwiCasino, its owners, employees, and affiliates from any claims, damages, losses, liabilities, and expenses (including legal fees) arising from:

  • Your use of the Site
  • Your gambling activities at any casino
  • Your violation of these Terms
  • Your violation of any third-party rights
  • Your violation of applicable laws or regulations
  • Any content you submit to us

12. Disclaimer of Warranties

TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, WE PROVIDE THE SITE “AS IS” AND “AS AVAILABLE” WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND.

We disclaim all warranties, express or implied, including:

  • Merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose
  • Accuracy, completeness, or reliability of content
  • Uninterrupted or error-free service
  • Security or freedom from viruses
  • Results from using the Site

Use of the Site is at your own risk. You are solely responsible for any damage to your device or loss of data.

13. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

These Terms are governed by the laws of New Zealand, without regard to conflict of law principles.

Disputes:

  • Any disputes arising from these Terms or your use of the Site shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of New Zealand
  • You agree to submit to personal jurisdiction in New Zealand
  • You waive any objection to venue in New Zealand courts

Legal Fees: If any legal action is brought to enforce these Terms, the prevailing party shall be entitled to recover reasonable legal fees and costs.

14. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.

The invalid provision shall be modified to the minimum extent necessary to make it valid and enforceable.

15. No Waiver

Our failure to enforce any provision of these Terms does not constitute a waiver of that provision or our right to enforce it in the future.

Any waiver must be in writing and signed by us to be effective.

16. Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy and Affiliate Disclosure, constitute the entire agreement between you and KiwiCasino regarding your use of the Site.

These Terms supersede any prior agreements, understandings, or communications.

17. Contact Information

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

Email: kiwicasino.nz@gmail.com
Response Time: We aim to respond within 48 hours

For inquiries about specific casinos, please contact the casino directly. We cannot resolve disputes between players and casino operators.

18. Termination

18.1 Your Right to Terminate

You may stop using the Site at any time. You are not required to notify us.

18.2 Our Right to Terminate

We reserve the right to:

  • Suspend or terminate your access to the Site at any time, for any reason, without notice
  • Remove or modify content at our discretion
  • Discontinue the Site entirely

We are not liable for any damages resulting from termination of access.

18.3 Effect of Termination

Upon termination:

  • Your right to use the Site ceases immediately
  • Sections of these Terms that by their nature should survive (e.g., disclaimers, limitations of liability, indemnification) shall remain in effect

19. Additional Terms

19.1 Assignment

You may not assign or transfer your rights or obligations under these Terms without our written consent.

We may assign these Terms to any third party without your consent, including in connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets.

19.2 Force Majeure

We are not liable for any failure or delay in performance due to circumstances beyond our reasonable control, including:

  • Natural disasters
  • War, terrorism, or civil unrest
  • Government actions or regulations
  • Internet or telecommunications failures
  • Strikes or labor disputes

19.3 Relationship

Nothing in these Terms creates a partnership, joint venture, employment, or agency relationship between you and KiwiCasino.

You are an independent user of the Site with no authority to bind or represent us.

Summary in Plain English

By using KiwiCasino, you agree to:

✅ Be 18+ years old and gamble responsibly
✅ Understand we earn affiliate commissions from casino referrals
✅ Verify all casino information directly before playing
✅ Accept that gambling involves risk of financial loss
✅ Not hold us liable for losses, inaccurate information, or third-party actions
✅ Use the Site legally and not violate our intellectual property rights
✅ Resolve disputes in New Zealand courts under NZ law

In short: We provide honest casino information, but you’re responsible for your own gambling decisions and any consequences. We’re not liable for your losses or casino actions. Always gamble responsibly and within your means.

Questions? Contact us at kiwicasino.nz@gmail.com