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Last Updated: March 2026

Acceptance of Terms

These Terms of Use constitute a legally binding agreement between you and TruRanking.com. By accessing our website, viewing our content, or using any of our services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these terms.

Description of Service

TruRanking.com provides NCAA men's basketball analytics, ratings, predictions, and related tools for informational and entertainment purposes only. All content is generated by automated statistical models, not by human experts or professional advisors. The Service includes, but is not limited to, the following features:

• Team Ratings & Rankings: Tempo-free efficiency ratings for NCAA Division I men's basketball teams, updated daily throughout the season.
• Prediction Center (TruPredictions): Game-by-game predictions including projected scores, win probabilities, and point spreads for upcoming contests.
• Best Bets: Identification of games where our model's projections diverge from published market lines, highlighting potential statistical value. The term "Best Bets" is used colloquially to describe mathematical divergence and does not constitute a recommendation to place any wager.
• TruBrackets (Bracketology): Automated projections of the NCAA Tournament field, including seed-line analysis and bracket predictions.
• TruTourney (Tournament Simulation): Monte Carlo simulations that generate round-by-round advancement probabilities across thousands of randomized tournament scenarios.
• TruPool (Tournament Pool): A free-to-play NCAA Tournament pool and contest management platform, including league creation, bracket submission, scoring, and AI-powered projections.

Nature of Statistical Models and Predictions

You acknowledge and understand the following about the content provided by the Service:

• All predictions, ratings, projections, simulations, and analytical content are generated by automated statistical models based on historical and current-season game data. They are not the product of human expert analysis or professional advisory services.
• Statistical models are inherently imperfect and cannot predict future outcomes with certainty. No model, regardless of its historical accuracy, can reliably forecast the outcome of any individual sporting event.
• Past performance of the model, including any accuracy metrics displayed on the site, does not guarantee future accuracy. Historical results are provided for informational purposes only and should not be relied upon as predictive of future performance.
• Numerous factors outside the scope of any statistical model — including but not limited to injuries, suspensions, illness, weather, travel, team motivation, officiating, and roster changes — can cause actual outcomes to differ materially from model projections.
• Win probabilities represent the model's estimated likelihood of an outcome, not a guarantee. For example, a team shown with a 70% win probability will still lose approximately 30% of the time. Probabilities do not promise or predict specific results.
• Monte Carlo simulation results (TruTourney) represent probability distributions generated across thousands of randomized scenarios. They are not deterministic predictions and should not be interpreted as forecasts of specific tournament outcomes.
• Bracketology projections (TruBrackets) estimate the NCAA Tournament field based on the model's current ratings. They are not affiliated with, endorsed by, or representative of the NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Committee's actual selection process, which incorporates subjective evaluation and criteria beyond what any statistical model captures.

Use of Service

You may use our Service subject to the following conditions:

• Personal Use: The Service is intended for personal, non-commercial use only.
• Accuracy Disclaimer: While we strive for accuracy, we do not guarantee the correctness, completeness, or reliability of our rankings, predictions, or any other content. All content is provided on an "as is" basis without any representation or warranty.
• No Wagering or Financial Advice: TruRanking.com does not provide gambling advice, wagering recommendations, betting tips, or financial advice of any kind. The term "Best Bets" is used colloquially to describe games where the model identifies statistical divergence from published market lines; it is not a recommendation, endorsement, or solicitation to place any wager. No content on this site should be construed as encouraging, facilitating, or advising any form of sports wagering or gambling activity.
• No Professional Advice: The content on this site does not constitute professional advice of any kind, including but not limited to financial, investment, legal, tax, or gambling advice. You should consult a qualified professional before making any decisions based on information found on this site.
• Responsible Gambling: If you choose to engage in sports wagering, you do so entirely at your own risk and discretion. TruRanking.com encourages responsible gambling practices. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, please contact the National Council on Problem Gambling at 1-800-522-4700 or visit ncpgambling.org.
• Age Requirement: You must be at least 18 years old to use our Service.
• Jurisdiction Compliance: Sports wagering is regulated differently across jurisdictions. It is solely your responsibility to determine whether sports wagering is legal in your jurisdiction and to ensure that any wagering activity you undertake complies with all applicable local, state, federal, and international laws and regulations.
• Compliance with Laws: You agree to use the Service in compliance with all applicable laws, rules, and regulations.

Assumption of Risk

BY USING TRURANKING.COM, YOU EXPRESSLY ACKNOWLEDGE AND ASSUME ALL RISKS ASSOCIATED WITH USING THE SERVICE. Without limiting the generality of the foregoing, you specifically acknowledge and agree that:

• You assume all risks of financial loss, gambling loss, or any other monetary or non-monetary damages resulting from wagering, betting, or other financial decisions made using, influenced by, or in any way related to information, predictions, projections, ratings, or other content provided by the Service.
• You assume all risks associated with participation in TruPool contests, including but not limited to pool outcomes, scoring results, bracket performance, and any decisions made based on AI-powered projections or pool standings.
• You understand that sports outcomes are inherently unpredictable and that no analytical model, system, or methodology can reliably predict the results of any individual sporting event or series of events.
• You accept full and sole responsibility for any and all consequences — financial or otherwise — arising from your use of or reliance on any information, content, predictions, ratings, projections, simulations, or other material provided by the Service.
• You acknowledge that you are not relying on TruRanking.com for professional, financial, legal, or gambling advice of any kind, and that any actions you take based on the Service's content are taken entirely at your sole discretion and risk.
• You acknowledge that any historical accuracy metrics, performance statistics, or track record information displayed on the site reflects past performance only and is in no way indicative, predictive, or representative of future results.

Specific Feature Disclaimers

• Predictions and Win Probabilities: Game predictions are statistical estimates generated by automated models. They are not guarantees of outcomes. Win probabilities reflect the model's estimate of likelihood, not certainty. A team assigned a high win probability may still lose. Users should not interpret predictions as advice to take any action, financial or otherwise.
• Best Bets: The "Best Bets" feature identifies games where the model's projected outcomes differ from published market lines by a statistically notable margin. This feature provides an analytical comparison only. It is not a recommendation to place any wager, nor does it represent advice that any particular bet is likely to win or profitable to make. The identification of divergence between model output and market lines carries no implied endorsement, recommendation, or guarantee of any kind.
• TruPool (Tournament Pool): TruPool is a free-to-play entertainment feature. TruRanking.com is not responsible for pool outcomes, scoring disputes, bracket performance, league administration issues, or any decisions users make based on pool standings, AI-powered projections, or related content. Pool results depend entirely on actual game outcomes, which are inherently unpredictable. Any AI-generated projections within TruPool are subject to the same limitations and disclaimers as all other model-generated content on this site.
• TruTourney (Tournament Simulation): Simulation probabilities are generated by running thousands of randomized scenarios through the model. They represent probability distributions, not predictions of specific outcomes. Advancement percentages should not be interpreted as certainties, guarantees, or recommendations, and should not be used as the sole basis for any wagering, financial, or other decision.
• TruBrackets (Bracketology): Bracket projections estimate the NCAA Tournament field and seeding based on the model's current ratings and available data. These projections are not affiliated with, endorsed by, or representative of the NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Committee's actual selection and seeding process. The Committee incorporates subjective evaluation, qualitative judgment, and criteria beyond what any statistical model captures. Actual tournament selections and seedings may differ materially from TruBrackets projections.

User Accounts and Subscriptions

If you choose to create an account or subscribe to our services:

• Account Information: You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials and for all activities under your account.
• Email Communications: By subscribing, you consent to receive periodic emails from us, including newsletters, updates, and promotional content.
• Unsubscribe Rights: You may unsubscribe from email communications at any time using the unsubscribe link provided in our emails.
• Account Termination: We reserve the right to suspend or terminate accounts for violations of these Terms of Use.

Intellectual Property Rights

All content on TruRanking.com, including but not limited to team ratings, predictions, rankings, win probabilities, point spreads, bracket projections, simulation results, Best Bets analyses, algorithms, methodologies, statistical models, design elements, text, graphics, data compilations, and all other original content (collectively, "TruRanking Content"), is the exclusive property of TruRanking.com and is protected by copyright, trademark, trade secret, and other intellectual property laws. TruRanking Content represents the product of substantial investment in research, development, and proprietary methodology.

Attribution Requirement: Any permitted use of TruRanking Content must include clear, prominent attribution to TruRanking.com as the source. Attribution must be reasonably visible to the audience and must not be obscured, minimized, or omitted. Acceptable attribution includes "Source: TruRanking.com" or "Data courtesy of TruRanking.com" with a link to truranking.com where technically feasible.

Permitted Uses:

• Personal, non-commercial viewing and reference
• Sharing individual rankings or predictions with proper attribution to TruRanking.com
• Academic or research use with proper citation of TruRanking.com as the source
• Brief quotation of specific data points (e.g., a single team's rating or a single game prediction) in social media, articles, or discussions, provided TruRanking.com is credited as the source

Prohibited Uses:

• Any use of TruRanking Content without proper attribution to TruRanking.com
• Commercial use, licensing, or redistribution of TruRanking Content without express written permission from TruRanking.com
• Automated data scraping, crawling, harvesting, or systematic downloading of any TruRanking Content by any means, including but not limited to bots, spiders, scripts, or AI/ML training data collection tools
• Reproduction of substantial portions of TruRanking Content, including bulk copying of predictions, ratings, rankings, or analytical results
• Creating derivative works, competing products, or alternative services based on TruRanking Content or our proprietary algorithms and methodologies
• Using TruRanking Content to train, fine-tune, or develop artificial intelligence, machine learning, or large language models without express written permission
• Presenting TruRanking Content as your own work or as the work of any entity other than TruRanking.com
• Removing, altering, or obscuring copyright notices, attribution, watermarks, or other proprietary designations
• Framing, mirroring, or embedding TruRanking Content on third-party websites or applications without express written permission

Enforcement: TruRanking.com actively monitors for unauthorized use of its content. Violations of these intellectual property provisions may result in immediate termination of access, legal action, and claims for damages including statutory damages, actual damages, and attorneys' fees. TruRanking.com reserves all rights not expressly granted herein.

Limitations of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW:

• No Warranties: The Service is provided "as is" and "as available" without warranties of any kind, either express or implied, including but not limited to implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, accuracy, completeness, reliability, or non-infringement.
• Limitation of Damages: TruRanking.com, its owner(s), officers, directors, employees, agents, affiliates, and licensors shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, consequential, punitive, or exemplary damages, including but not limited to damages for loss of profits, goodwill, use, data, or other intangible losses, arising out of or in connection with your use of or inability to use the Service, regardless of the theory of liability (contract, tort, strict liability, or otherwise) and even if TruRanking.com has been advised of the possibility of such damages.
• Financial and Gambling Losses: Without limiting the foregoing, TruRanking.com shall have absolutely no liability whatsoever for any financial losses, gambling losses, wagering losses, or any other monetary damages you incur as a result of decisions made using, influenced by, or in any way related to any content on this site, including but not limited to predictions, Best Bets analyses, win probabilities, point spreads, tournament simulations, bracket projections, pool results, AI-generated projections, or any other content or feature of the Service.
• No Liability for Third-Party Actions: TruRanking.com is not responsible for the actions, products, services, or policies of any third party, including but not limited to sportsbooks, betting platforms, daily fantasy sports providers, or any other entity with which you may interact as a result of or in connection with your use of our Service.
• Maximum Liability Cap: In no event shall TruRanking.com's total aggregate liability to you for all claims arising out of or related to the Service or these Terms of Use exceed the greater of (a) the total amount you have paid to TruRanking.com in the twelve (12) months immediately preceding the event giving rise to the claim, or (b) one hundred U.S. dollars ($100.00).
• User Responsibility: You acknowledge and agree that any decisions made based on our content — including but not limited to wagering decisions, bracket selections, pool strategies, and tournament predictions — are made entirely at your own risk and discretion, and that you bear sole responsibility for any outcomes resulting from such decisions.

User Conduct

You agree not to:

• Use the Service for any unlawful purpose or in violation of these Terms
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems or user accounts
• Transmit viruses, malware, or other harmful code
• Interfere with the proper functioning of the Service
• Impersonate any person or entity or misrepresent your affiliation
• Collect or harvest personal information of other users

Privacy

Your privacy is important to us. Our collection and use of personal information is governed by our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated into these Terms by reference. Please review our Privacy Policy to understand our practices.

Modifications to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms of Use at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting on our website. Your continued use of the Service after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the modified terms.

Termination

We may terminate or suspend your access to the Service immediately, without prior notice or liability, for any reason, including if you breach these Terms of Use. Upon termination, your right to use the Service will cease immediately.

Indemnification

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• Your use of or reliance on the Service, including any content, predictions, ratings, projections, simulations, or other information provided by the Service;
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• Any financial losses, gambling losses, or other damages you or any third party incur as a result of your use of the Service;
• Your violation of these Terms of Use;
• Your violation of any applicable law, regulation, or third-party right;
• Any claim that your use of the Service caused damage to a third party;
• Any dispute between you and any third party, including but not limited to sportsbooks, betting platforms, pool participants, league members, or other users of the Service.

This indemnification obligation shall survive the termination of these Terms of Use and your discontinuation of use of the Service.

Dispute Resolution and Arbitration

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• Binding Arbitration: Any dispute, claim, or controversy arising out of or relating to these Terms of Use, the Service, or your use thereof that cannot be resolved informally shall be resolved by binding arbitration administered by the American Arbitration Association ("AAA") in accordance with its then-current Commercial Arbitration Rules.
• Location: Arbitration shall take place in the State of Texas, or at another mutually agreed-upon location.
• Class Action Waiver: YOU AGREE THAT ANY DISPUTE RESOLUTION PROCEEDINGS WILL BE CONDUCTED ONLY ON AN INDIVIDUAL BASIS AND NOT IN A CLASS, CONSOLIDATED, OR REPRESENTATIVE ACTION. You waive any right to participate in a class action lawsuit, class-wide arbitration, or any other representative proceeding against TruRanking.com.
• Small Claims Exception: Notwithstanding the foregoing, either party may bring an individual action in small claims court for disputes within the jurisdiction of such court.
• Informal Resolution: Before initiating arbitration, you agree to first contact us at info@truranking.com and attempt to resolve the dispute informally for at least thirty (30) days.

Governing Law and Jurisdiction

These Terms of Use shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Texas, United States, without regard to its conflict of law principles. To the extent that litigation is permissible under these Terms, any legal action or proceeding arising under these Terms shall be brought exclusively in the state or federal courts located in Texas, and you consent to the personal jurisdiction of such courts.

Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable or invalid by a court of competent jurisdiction, that provision will be limited or eliminated to the minimum extent necessary so that the remaining Terms will remain in full force and effect.

Contact Information

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We will make reasonable efforts to respond to your inquiries in a timely manner.

Entire Agreement

These Terms of Use, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and TruRanking.com regarding the use of our Service and supersede all prior agreements, understandings, negotiations, and discussions, whether oral or written.