Effective date: May 2026

Acceptance

By downloading or using Golf Official, you agree to these Terms of Use. If you do not agree, do not use the app.

Nature of the service

Golf Official provides AI-generated interpretations of the Rules of Golf for informational and recreational purposes only. Rulings are generated by an artificial intelligence model and are not issued by a qualified rules official, the USGA, or the R&A.

No guarantee of accuracy

AI-generated rulings may be incorrect, incomplete, or outdated. The Rules of Golf are complex and subject to official interpretations, local rules, and periodic amendments. Golf Official makes no warranty, express or implied, that any ruling provided is accurate or current.

Not for formal competition

Rules Caddie is intended for casual, recreational play. Do not rely solely on this app to resolve rules disputes in formal tournaments, competitions, or any situation where an incorrect ruling could affect a competitive outcome. For formal competition, always consult an official rules authority or the USGA/R&A directly.

Official rules resources

These organisations own and maintain the Rules of Golf. Golf Official is an independent product and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or licensed by the USGA or the R&A.

Limitation of liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Rules Caddie and its developers shall not be liable for any loss, penalty, disqualification, or other consequence arising from reliance on a ruling provided by the app.

Service availability

Golf Official relies on third-party services (Cloudflare, Anthropic) to generate rulings. We do not guarantee uninterrupted availability and are not liable for any downtime or service interruption.

Intellectual property

The Golf Official app, name, and design are proprietary. The underlying Rules of Golf are the intellectual property of the USGA and R&A respectively.

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