Terms of Service

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing and using Gahaki ("Service"), you accept and agree to be bound by the terms and provision of this agreement. If you do not agree to these Terms of Service, please do not use our Service.

2. Description of Service

Gahaki provides an online platform for playing chess games, including Chess, Chinese Chess (Xiangqi), and Hidden Chess. Our Service includes access to game lobbies, tournaments, player profiles, and in-game currency (Gold) for purchasing items.

3. Account Registration

To use certain features of the Service, you must register for an account. You agree to:

• Provide accurate, current, and complete information during registration
• Maintain and update your information to keep it accurate and current
• Maintain the security of your password and account
• Accept responsibility for all activities that occur under your account
• Notify us immediately of any unauthorized use of your account

You must be at least 13 years old to create an account. Users under 18 require parental or guardian consent.

4. User Conduct

You agree not to:

• Use the Service for any illegal purpose or in violation of any laws
• Harass, abuse, or harm other users
• Use cheats, exploits, automation software, bots, hacks, or unauthorized third-party software
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to the Service or other users' accounts
• Engage in any activity that disrupts or interferes with the Service
• Impersonate any person or entity or misrepresent your affiliation
• Collect or store personal data about other users without permission
• Post or transmit spam, chain letters, or unsolicited messages

5. Virtual Currency and Purchases

Gahaki offers virtual currency called "Gold" that can be purchased with real money. By purchasing Gold, you agree that:

• Gold has no real-world value and cannot be redeemed for cash
• All purchases are final and non-refundable except as required by law
• We reserve the right to modify pricing at any time
• Gold balances may expire if your account is inactive for extended periods
• We may suspend or terminate accounts that violate these terms, forfeiting any Gold balance

6. Intellectual Property

All content, features, and functionality of the Service, including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, icons, images, audio clips, digital downloads, and software, are the exclusive property of Gahaki and are protected by international copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

7. Game Results and Disputes

All game results are final. While we strive for accuracy, technical issues may occasionally occur. In the event of a dispute, Gahaki's decision is final. We reserve the right to void games affected by technical issues or rule violations.

8. Termination

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your account at any time for any reason, including but not limited to violation of these Terms of Service. Upon termination, your right to use the Service will immediately cease, and any virtual currency or items in your account will be forfeited.

9. Disclaimer of 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, OR NON-INFRINGEMENT. WE DO NOT GUARANTEE THAT THE SERVICE WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED OR ERROR-FREE.

10. Limitation of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, GAHAKI SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, OR ANY LOSS OF PROFITS OR REVENUES, WHETHER INCURRED DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY, OR ANY LOSS OF DATA, USE, GOODWILL, OR OTHER INTANGIBLE LOSSES.

11. Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms of Service at any time. We will notify users of any material changes by posting a notice on the Service or sending an email. Your continued use of the Service after such modifications constitutes acceptance of the updated terms.

12. Contact Information

If you have any questions about these Terms of Service, please contact us at:

Email: legal@gahaki.com
Address: Gahaki Legal Department