Risk Warning & Legal Disclaimers
Effective: May 23, 2025
Bitcompare is operated by Blue Venture Studios Pty Ltd, located at 12 Avoca Street, Bondi, NSW, 2026, Australia.
1. General Cryptocurrency Risks
High Risk
Cryptocurrency markets are subject to extreme price volatility. You may lose all of your invested capital. There is no deposit insurance or investor protection of the kind typically available in traditional finance.
2. Regulatory & Compliance Risks
High Risk
Services are unavailable in sanctioned territories and jurisdictions where cryptocurrency activities are prohibited. Regulations vary significantly by location and may change unexpectedly.
3. Financial & Market Risks
No information on Bitcompare constitutes investment advice. Key risks include:
- Liquidity, counterparty, and market manipulation risks
- Leverage risks for margin trading
- Stablecoin depegging risks
4. Technology & Security Risks
High Risk
Blockchain technology carries inherent risks including 51% attacks, hard forks, and smart contract vulnerabilities. You are responsible for the security of your own private keys and account credentials.
5. Data Accuracy & Third-Party Risks
All data, including prices, rates, yields, and analytics, is provided “as is” without warranties of accuracy. Third-party data sources are not controlled or verified by Bitcompare.
6. Tax Software & Compliance Risks
Tax calculations provided by our tools are not a substitute for professional tax advice. You remain solely responsible for accurate reporting and fulfilling your tax obligations.
Legal Disclaimers
Warranties
All services are provided “as is” with express disclaimers of all warranties.
Limitation of Liability
Aggregate liability is capped at AUD 100 or amounts paid in the prior 12 months, whichever is less.
Indemnification
Users must defend and indemnify Bitcompare against claims arising from their use of the Services.
User Obligations
- You must be 18 years or older
- You may not use our services for illegal activities, money laundering, or sanctions evasion
- You are solely responsible for your own research, security, and record-keeping
Dispute Resolution
These terms are governed by the laws of New South Wales, Australia. Disputes shall be resolved exclusively by the courts of New South Wales. Class action waivers apply.
DeFi Risks
Decentralized finance protocols carry additional risks including smart contract vulnerabilities, yield sustainability concerns, and governance attack risks.
Fraud & Scam Warnings
Be aware of common cryptocurrency fraud schemes including phishing, Ponzi schemes, and pump-and-dump operations. Always verify the legitimacy of any platform before depositing funds.
Contact
For legal, data-protection or risk enquiries, contact us at info@bitcompare.net.
Address: 12 Avoca Street, Bondi, NSW, 2026, Australia