Terms & conditions

1. Acceptance of Terms

By installing, accessing, or using the 5kVIZ browser extension or visiting our website (collectively, the "Service"), you agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions ("Terms").

If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use our Service.

Who Can Use 5kVIZ

• Anyone who participates in Parkrun events
• People interested in Parkrun analytics and data visualisation
• Users must be able to legally consent to these terms in their jurisdiction
• Minors should have parental permission to use browser extensions

2. Description of Service

What 5kVIZ Does

5kVIZ is a browser extension that enhances Parkrun results pages with:

• Analytics and data visualisations
• Progress tracking and milestone celebrations
• Challenge monitoring and completion tracking
• Social media shareables
• Tourism and venue tracking features

What 5kVIZ Doesn't Do

• We don't modify or interfere with Parkrun's official website functionality
• We don't provide official Parkrun services or represent Parkrun
• We don't guarantee the accuracy of calculations or analytics
• We don't provide medical or fitness advice

Service Availability

5kVIZ is provided free of charge with the following understanding:

• Service availability may vary and is not guaranteed
• We may need to temporarily suspend service for maintenance
• Features may be added, modified, or removed at our discretion
• We'll try to give reasonable notice of major changes

3. User Responsibilities

Acceptable Use

When using 5kVIZ, you agree to:

• Use the service in the spirit of the Parkrun community
• Respect other users and the broader community
• Not attempt to reverse engineer, hack, or break the extension
• Not use the service for any illegal or harmful purposes
• Not share inappropriate content using our shareables feature
• Respect Parkrun's own terms of service and community guidelines

Prohibited Activities

You may not:

• Attempt to circumvent any security measures
• Try to extract or scrape data in bulk
• Use the service to spam or harass others
• Impersonate other users or misrepresent your identity
• Share or distribute the extension code without permission
• Use the service in any way that could damage or overload our systems

Account Security

While 5kVIZ doesn't require accounts, you are responsible for:

• Keeping your browser and extension updated
• Maintaining the security of your device
• Being careful about what information you share in shareables
• Understanding that shareables may include personal information

4. Intellectual Property

5kVIZ Ownership

The 5kVIZ extension, website, and related materials are owned by Lumintica Studio and protected by copyright and other intellectual property laws.

Your Content

• You own any content you create using 5kVIZ (like shareables)
• We don't claim ownership of your Parkrun data or generated content
• You're responsible for ensuring you have rights to share any content you create

Third-Party Content

• Parkrun data belongs to Parkrun Global and individual users
• We respect Parkrun's intellectual property rights
• 5kVIZ only processes data that's already publicly visible on Parkrun results pages

Feedback and Suggestions

If you provide feedback, suggestions, or ideas about 5kVIZ:

• We may use these suggestions to improve the service
• You grant us permission to implement your ideas without compensation
• We appreciate your input and will credit contributions where appropriate

5. Privacy and Data

Your privacy is important to us. Please review our Privacy Policy for detailed information about how we handle data.

Key Privacy Points

• We don't collect or store your Parkrun data
• All processing happens locally in your browser
• We use minimal data collection on our website
• You control what information you share through shareables

Data Accuracy

• We strive for accuracy but can't guarantee all calculations are perfect
• Analytics are based on data processing and may contain errors
• Always refer to official Parkrun results for authoritative information
• Report any obvious errors to help us improve

6. Disclaimers and Limitations

Service Disclaimer

5kVIZ is provided "as is" without warranties of any kind, either express or implied, including but not limited to:

• Accuracy of data processing or analytics
• Continuous availability of the service
• Compatibility with all browsers or devices
• Error-free operation

Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, Lumintica Studio shall not be liable for:

• Any indirect, incidental, or consequential damages
• Loss of data, profits, or business opportunities
• Damages resulting from errors in analytics or calculations
• Issues arising from third-party services or browser problems

Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Lumintica Studio from any claims arising from:

• Your use of 5kVIZ in violation of these terms
• Content you create or share using our service
• Your violation of any third-party rights

7. Premium Features and Payments

Free Service

Core 5kVIZ features are free and will remain free. This includes:

• Basic analytics and visualisations
• Challenge tracking
• Standard shareables
• Progress monitoring

Premium Features (Future)

We may introduce premium features for supporters:

• Premium features will be clearly marked
• Pricing will be transparent and fair
• Free features will not be moved to premium
• Supporter contributions help fund development

Refunds

• As 5kVIZ is currently free, refunds don't apply
• Future premium features will have clear refund policies
• We'll work with users to resolve any payment issues

8. Relationship with Parkrun

Independent Service

5kVIZ is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or connected to Parkrun Global:

• We're independent Parkrunners who built this tool
• We respect and support Parkrun's mission
• We enhance rather than replace the official Parkrun experience
• Users should continue to follow Parkrun's own terms and guidelines

Complementary Service

• 5kVIZ works alongside, not instead of, official Parkrun services
• We encourage users to engage with Parkrun's official channels
• We support Parkrun's inclusive, community-driven values
• Any conflicts should be resolved in favour of Parkrun's official position

9. Termination

User Termination

You may stop using 5kVIZ at any time by:

• Uninstalling the browser extension
• Removing it from your browser's extension manager
• No further action is required

Service Termination

We may terminate or suspend the service:

• If you violate these terms
• If required by law or third-party demands
• If we need to discontinue the service
• We'll provide reasonable notice when possible

Effect of Termination

• You lose access to 5kVIZ features
• Data stored locally in your browser may remain
• These terms survive termination where applicable

10. Updates to Terms

Changes to Terms

We may update these terms occasionally:

• Changes will be posted on this page with updated date
• Major changes will be communicated to users
• Continued use indicates acceptance of new terms
• We'll try to give reasonable notice of significant changes

Communication

• Updates may be communicated through the extension
• Important changes will be posted on our website
• Newsletter subscribers will receive notifications
• You can always contact us with questions

11. Governing Law

Jurisdiction

These terms are governed by the laws of England and Wales:

• Lumintica Studio is based in the United Kingdom
• Disputes will be resolved under UK law
• Courts of England and Wales have jurisdiction
• EU users retain rights under applicable EU law

Dispute Resolution

Before pursuing legal action:

• Contact us directly to try to resolve issues
• We're committed to fair and reasonable solutions
• Most problems can be resolved through communication
• We value our community and want to maintain good relationships

12. Contact Information

Questions About Terms

If you have questions about these terms:

• Email: hello@lumintica.com
• Website: 5kviz.com

Company Information

Lumintica Studio
United Kingdom

Response Times

• We aim to respond to all inquiries within 7 days
• Legal matters may require additional time for proper review
• We're committed to clear and helpful communication

Last updated: October 2025