Terms of Use
Last updated: September 2026
Welcome to StormFan.co.uk ("the Site", "we", "us"). By using this Site, you agree to these Terms of Use. If you don't agree with them, please don't use the Site.
1. Who we are
StormFan.co.uk is an independent, fan-run website created by supporters of Manchester Storm, for supporters of Manchester Storm and other Elite Ice Hockey League (EIHL) teams. We are not affiliated with, endorsed by, or connected to Manchester Storm, the Elite Ice Hockey League, or any other team, league, or organisation referenced on this Site. See our Copyright & Trademark Notice for more on this.
2. What this Site does
The Site allows registered users to submit live text commentary and comments during games, so that fans who can't attend in person can follow along. Some content may also include scores, statistics, and general discussion about Manchester Storm and other EIHL teams.
3. User-generated content
Most of the content on this Site — commentary, comments, and posts — is submitted by users, not by us. By submitting content to the Site, you agree that:
- You are responsible for what you post. You confirm it is your own work, that you have the right to post it, and that it doesn't infringe anyone else's rights.
- Content must not be illegal, defamatory, abusive, harassing, hateful, obscene, or otherwise harmful, and must not incite violence or discrimination against any person or group.
- You won't post spam, advertising, malware, or content that impersonates another person or organisation.
- By posting content, you grant us a non-exclusive, royalty-free licence to display, reproduce, and distribute that content on the Site (and associated social media accounts) for as long as it remains published.
- You retain ownership of the content you post.
Some posts are reviewed before publishing; others are not. Even where content has been reviewed or approved, we do not endorse or accept responsibility for the accuracy, opinions, or legality of anything posted by users. Where users see content that is illegal, hateful, defamatory, or otherwise problematic, it can be reported and will be assessed by us.
Commentary and comments reflect the views of the individual who posted them, not the Site.
4. Reporting and moderation
If you see content that breaches these Terms, you can flag it at any time using the flag/report function next to the relevant comment or post. When content is flagged:
- We will review flagged content as soon as reasonably practicable.
- We may remove content, edit it, or restrict/suspend the account that posted it, entirely at our discretion, without prior notice.
- We may also remove content on our own initiative, without it having been flagged, if we believe it breaches these Terms or the law.
- If your content is removed and you believe this was done in error, you can contact us at contact@stormfan.co.uk to request a review.
We aim to act on reports promptly, but please be aware that we are a fan-run, volunteer site with our own jobs and families. We therefore cannot guarantee a specific response time.
5. Illegal or harmful content
We do not tolerate content that is illegal under UK law, including but not limited to content that is threatening, grossly offensive, encourages self-harm or violence, or involves child sexual abuse material. Such content will be removed as soon as we become aware of it, and where required by law, reported to the appropriate authorities.
6. Accounts
If the Site requires an account to post commentary or comments, you are responsible for keeping your login details secure and for all activity under your account. Let us know immediately at contact@stormfan.co.uk if you believe your account has been compromised.
7. Acceptable use
You agree not to:
- Attempt to disrupt, hack, or overload the Site or its infrastructure
- Scrape or systematically copy content from the Site without permission
- Use the Site for any unlawful purpose
8. Advertising
The Site displays advertising (including via Google AdSense) to help cover hosting costs. We are not responsible for the content of third-party adverts shown on the Site. See our Privacy Policy for details on how advertising cookies are used.
9. Disclaimer and liability
The Site is provided "as is". We make no guarantees about the accuracy, completeness, or availability of match commentary, scores, or other content, and we are not liable for any loss or damage arising from your use of the Site or reliance on its content.
Nothing in these Terms limits our liability for anything that cannot legally be limited or excluded under UK law (such as liability for fraud or death or personal injury caused by negligence).
10. Changes to these Terms
We may update these Terms from time to time. Continued use of the Site after changes are posted means you accept the updated Terms.
11. Contact
Questions about these Terms, or want to report content or an issue? Contact us at contact@stormfan.co.uk.