Terms & Conditions

1. Qualifying Persons

1.1 Definition of Promoter: Irish Win Competitions (the “Promoter”) operates legally structured competitions which are skill-based games resulting in the awarding of prizes in accordance with these Terms & Conditions and the rules shown on the relevant competition page on the Website.

1.2 Eligibility Criteria: Competitions are open to individuals aged 18 or over who have reached the age of majority in their place of residence at the time of entry. Employees, consultants, officers, directors, contractors or immediate family members of the Promoter, or any person living in the same household as such persons, may not enter unless expressly stated otherwise.

1.3 Right to Terminate Account: The Promoter reserves the right to suspend or terminate any account without notice where, in its sole discretion, it believes the account holder has acted improperly, unfairly, fraudulently, abusively or in a way that is detrimental to the Website, other entrants, staff or the Promoter.

1.4 Right to Refuse Entry: The Promoter may refuse participation to any entrant at its sole discretion where it reasonably believes that doing so is necessary to protect the fairness, integrity or lawful operation of the competition.

2. Legal Undertaking

2.1 Acceptance of Terms: By entering any competition, you confirm that you have read, understood and accepted these Terms & Conditions and any additional rules displayed on the competition page.

2.2 Governing Law and Disputes: These competitions and any dispute or claim arising out of or in connection with them shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws applicable to the Promoter’s operations. Any disputes shall be dealt with by the courts with appropriate jurisdiction as permitted by applicable law.

2.3 International Compliance: If you access the Website from outside Ireland, you are responsible for ensuring that your participation is lawful in your own jurisdiction. The Promoter accepts no liability for entries made in breach of local law.

3. Competition Entry

3.1 Entry via Website: Competitions may be entered via the Website. Multiple competitions may be run at the same time.

3.2 Competition Availability and Pricing: The availability, pricing and closing dates of competitions are shown on the Website and may be changed at the Promoter’s discretion.

3.3 Account Registration: To participate, entrants may be required to register an account and provide a valid email address and any other requested details.

3.4 Online Entry Process: To enter online, entrants must select the competition, complete the required information, answer any skill-based question where required, accept the relevant declarations and complete payment. Entry is only confirmed once the Promoter issues confirmation by email or your account shows the completed order.

3.5 Definition of Entry: An Entry is a completed submission into a competition in accordance with the rules shown on the competition page and these Terms & Conditions. Each valid entry is associated with a unique identifier or ticket position for inclusion in the draw.

3.6 Entry Disqualification: The Promoter may reject or invalidate any entry that is incomplete, illegible, duplicated, fraudulent, automated, inaccurate or otherwise not compliant with these Terms & Conditions.

3.7 Ownership of Entry Payments: Subject to applicable law, entry payments are non-refundable unless stated otherwise in these Terms & Conditions or required by law.

3.8 Entry Limitations: A maximum number of entries per person may apply and will be shown on the competition page.

3.9 Competition Closure: A competition may close when all available entries are sold or when the published closing time is reached, whichever happens first.

3.10 Account Requirement: An entrant must provide accurate and current information and may only use one account unless expressly authorised otherwise.

3.11 Single Account Policy: Where the Promoter determines that multiple accounts are being used by one person to gain an unfair advantage, associated entries may be voided.

4. Promotion Periods

Each competition runs for the period stated on its competition page. Entrants should always check the Website for the specific opening time, closing time, draw date and any extensions or amendments.

5. Competition Judgement

5.1 Winner Selection: Where a competition is operated by way of ticketed draw after completion of the required skill-based entry step, the winner will be selected using the method described on the competition page, which may include a random number generator or equivalent fair selection process. Draws may be shown live on social media or other channels.

5.2 One Winner Per Competition: Unless otherwise stated on the competition page, each competition will have one winner.

5.3 Winner Contact: The Promoter will attempt to contact the winner using the contact details supplied at entry or updated within the user’s account.

5.4 Failure to Respond: If the Promoter cannot contact a winner, or the winner fails to accept the prize, provide requested verification, or is found to be in breach of these Terms & Conditions, the Promoter may disqualify that winner and deal with the prize as it considers appropriate in accordance with the competition rules and applicable law.

5.5 Early Closure: The Promoter may close a competition early, extend a competition, substitute a draw date, or cancel a competition if necessary for operational, legal or technical reasons. Where appropriate, affected entrants may be offered credit, a transfer into another competition, or another fair resolution.

5.6 Credit: Credit means a non-cash balance applied to an entrant’s account which may be used towards future competition entries on the Website. Credit is non-transferable and cannot be exchanged for cash unless required by law.

5.7 Database Registration: By entering a competition, entrants may be added to the Promoter’s customer database for account administration, service communications and, where permitted, marketing communications in line with the Privacy Policy.

5.8 Extensions: The Promoter may extend the duration of a competition where required. Any updated closing date or draw information will be communicated on the Website or through official channels.

6. Winner’s Details

6.1 Proof of Identity: Before a prize is awarded, the winner may be required to provide satisfactory proof of identity, age, address and eligibility.

6.2 Promotional Participation: By accepting a prize, the winner agrees to take part in reasonable promotional activity requested by the Promoter, which may include photographs, video content, interviews or social media posts related to the competition result.

6.3 Use of Promotional Material: The winner grants the Promoter permission to use photographs, videos and related promotional content for marketing and promotional purposes connected to the Promoter’s brand and competitions.

6.4 Verification: Prize release is subject to completion of the Promoter’s verification process. Failure to cooperate with reasonable verification requests may result in disqualification.

7. Competition Prizes

7.1 Definition of Prize: A prize is the item, service, experience, cash alternative, voucher or other reward described on the relevant competition page.

7.2 Delivery and Collection: The Promoter will arrange delivery or collection of the prize as appropriate. Delivery arrangements may vary depending on the type and location of the prize.

7.3 Coordination: Once verification is complete, the Promoter will liaise with the winner to arrange prize delivery, collection or redemption.

7.4 Additional Costs: Unless expressly stated otherwise, the winner is responsible for any ancillary expenses connected with accepting or using the prize.

7.5 Prize Conditions: Prizes are non-transferable, non-exchangeable and not redeemable for cash unless the Promoter states otherwise.

7.6 Travel or Holiday Prizes: Where a prize includes travel or holiday elements, the winner is responsible for any additional costs, amendments, upgrades, insurance, passports, visas or compliance with provider requirements unless expressly included in the prize description.

8. Storage

Where relevant, the Promoter may hold a prize for a reasonable period after the winner is confirmed. If the winner fails to provide necessary delivery or collection details within a reasonable timeframe, the Promoter may treat the prize as forfeited or make alternative arrangements in line with the competition rules and applicable law.

9. Limits of Liability

The Promoter does not exclude liability where it would be unlawful to do so, including liability for fraud, fraudulent misrepresentation, or death or personal injury caused by negligence.

Subject to the above, the Promoter shall not be liable for indirect, incidental or consequential losses, business losses, loss of profits, loss of opportunity, or losses caused by circumstances outside its reasonable control.

Prizes are provided subject to any manufacturer, supplier or third-party provider terms that apply to them.

10. Refund Policy

Except where required by law or expressly stated otherwise, entries are non-refundable once purchased and processed. By entering a competition, you accept this policy.

11. Electronic Communications and System Integrity

11.1 Service Disruption: The Promoter is not responsible for failures, delays or interruptions in internet connections, devices, networks, software or third-party service providers which may affect entry or communication.

11.2 Incorrect Awards: If a prize is incorrectly awarded due to a technical or human error, the Promoter reserves the right to correct the error and reassign the prize where appropriate.

11.3 Competition Changes: The Promoter may close, suspend, extend or amend a competition where necessary because of technical issues, operational reasons or legal requirements.

11.4 System Performance: Only entries fully recorded in the Promoter’s systems will be treated as valid. The Promoter will use reasonable efforts to maintain system availability but does not guarantee uninterrupted service.

11.5 Technical Issues: Where significant technical issues occur, the Promoter may extend deadlines, review evidence of attempted entry, or provide another fair solution.

12. Amendments to Terms & Conditions

12.1 Updates: The Promoter reserves the right to amend these Terms & Conditions from time to time. The latest version will always appear on the Website.

12.2 Continued Use: Continued use of the Website or participation in competitions after changes are posted will constitute acceptance of those changes.

12.3 Service Changes: The Promoter may modify or discontinue competitions, features or services at any time where necessary.

12.4 Feedback: The Promoter may adapt its services based on user feedback and operational requirements.

13. Entry by Post

13.1 Free Postal Entry: Where postal entry is offered, entrants may submit an entry by post without payment in accordance with the instructions set out for the relevant competition.

13.2 Required Information: Postal entries must include the entrant’s full name, residential address, date of birth, contact telephone number, email address, the specific competition being entered, and the answer to the competition question if applicable.

13.3 Address for Postal Entry: Postal entries should be sent to the address specified by the Promoter for the relevant competition. If postal entry is available, the correct postal entry address and deadline should be clearly stated on the Website or official competition terms.

13.4 Responsibility: The Promoter is not responsible for lost, delayed, damaged or illegible postal entries.

13.5 Deadline: Postal entries must be received by the stated closing time and date. Late or incomplete entries will not be included.

13.6 Equal Treatment: Valid postal entries will be treated fairly and included in the competition on the same basis as valid paid entries, subject to the competition rules.

13.7 Compliance: Postal entrants are bound by these Terms & Conditions in the same way as paid entrants.

14. Data Protection and Personal Data

The Promoter processes personal data of Website users, account holders, entrants and winners in accordance with its Privacy Policy. This may include, where consent has been given or where otherwise permitted by law, the sending of marketing communications by email and/or SMS.

Full details of how personal data is collected, used, stored and shared are set out in the Promoter’s Privacy Policy.