Legal Framework: Policies and Guidelines
Welcome to the Cosmo Crafter Legal Framework, your comprehensive guide to understanding the policies and agreements that govern your journey in our universe. This section provides essential information to ensure a safe, enjoyable, and transparent experience for all players.
By familiarizing yourself with these documents, you’ll be fully prepared to enjoy all that Cosmo Crafter has to offer.
Thank you for being part of our intergalactic journey!
In addition to our legal framework, it is important to read our Game Rules, and Community Rules.
Terms of Service (ToS)
Last Updated: 2024-11-11
Welcome to Cosmo Crafter, a science-fiction, spatial strategy game. By accessing or using our services, you agree to the following terms. Please read them carefully. If you do not agree, you may not use our services.
1. Acceptance of Terms
1.1 By accessing or using Cosmo Crafter (the “Game”), including any related services, platforms, or websites (collectively, the “Services”), you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service (the “Terms”).
1.2 If you do not agree to these Terms, including any future updates, you must not use or access the Services. Continued use of the Services constitutes acceptance of the Terms and any modifications.
1.3 These Terms constitute a binding agreement between you (“Player,” “User”) and Cosmo Crafter’s parent entity (“Company,” “Us,” “We”).
1.4 Additional policies, including the Privacy Policy, Community Guidelines, Refund Policy, and End-User License Agreement (EULA), are incorporated by reference into these Terms and also govern your use of the Services.
1.5 You are responsible for reviewing these Terms periodically to stay informed of any changes.
2. Eligibility
2.1 Minimum Age Requirement
- To access and use the Services, you must be at least 13 years old or the minimum age required in your jurisdiction for using similar online services.
- If you are under the age of 18 (or the age of majority in your jurisdiction), you must have the consent of a parent or legal guardian who agrees to these Terms on your behalf.
2.2 Compliance with Laws
- You represent and warrant that you will comply with all applicable laws and regulations, including those related to online gaming, data privacy, and content usage, while accessing or using the Services.
2.3 Account Registration
- You agree to provide accurate, current, and complete information when creating your account and to keep this information updated.
- Accounts created with false, misleading, or incomplete information are subject to suspension or termination.
2.4 Restricted Access
- Access to the Services is prohibited in any jurisdiction where the content, features, or mechanics of the Game are deemed illegal.
- It is your responsibility to determine whether accessing the Services is lawful in your location.
2.5 One Account Per Player
- Players are limited to one account unless explicitly permitted by the Company.
- Use of multiple accounts for the purpose of gaining an unfair advantage is strictly prohibited and may result in suspension or permanent banning of all associated accounts.
2.6 No Automated Access
- You may not use bots, scripts, or other automated methods to interact with or access the Services unless explicitly authorized in writing by the Company.
3. Account Responsibilities
3.1 Account Security
- You are solely responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials, including your username and password.
- You must not share, sell, rent, or transfer your account to another person without prior written consent from the Company.
3.2 Unauthorized Access
- You are responsible for all activity conducted under your account, whether authorized by you or not.
- You agree to notify the Company immediately if you suspect any unauthorized use of your account or any other breach of security.
3.3 Accurate Information
- You must provide accurate and truthful information when creating your account and during gameplay.
- Failure to provide accurate information may result in the suspension or termination of your account.
3.4 Prohibition of Account Sharing
- Each account is personal to the individual who created it. Sharing your account with others, including family members or friends, is strictly prohibited.
- Any actions performed by someone using your account will be deemed as your own, and you may be held responsible for violations of these Terms.
3.5 Inactive Accounts
- The Company reserves the right to deactivate or delete accounts that have been inactive for an extended period, as determined at the Company’s discretion.
- Before deactivating an account, reasonable efforts will be made to notify the user, unless contact information is no longer valid.
3.6 Restoration of Accounts
- Requests for account restoration following suspension or deactivation will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis.
- Restoration is not guaranteed and may require additional verification.
3.7 Prohibition of Fraudulent Activity
- You agree not to engage in fraudulent activities, including but not limited to payment fraud, unauthorized use of payment methods, or creating accounts for malicious purposes.
3.8 Liability Disclaimer
- The Company is not liable for any loss or damage resulting from your failure to comply with these account responsibilities, including unauthorized account access or account compromise.
4. Prohibited Activities
To ensure a safe and enjoyable environment for all players, you agree not to engage in the following prohibited activities while using Cosmo Crafter:
4.1 Unlawful Use
- You may not use the Services for any illegal purpose or in violation of any applicable laws, regulations, or industry standards.
4.2 Cheating, Exploiting, and Hacking
- Engaging in any form of cheating, including the use of unauthorized tools, bots, scripts, or exploits, is strictly prohibited.
- Manipulating game mechanics, abusing bugs, or reverse engineering game code to gain an unfair advantage is not allowed.
4.3 Harassment and Harmful Conduct
- You may not harass, threaten, bully, or harm other players or members of the community.
- Hate speech, discriminatory language, and any form of verbal abuse are strictly prohibited.
4.4 Impersonation
- Impersonating another player, Company staff member, or any individual is not permitted.
4.5 Unauthorized Commercial Use
- You may not sell, rent, or otherwise commercialize your account, in-game items, or Services without explicit permission from the Company.
- Using the Services for advertising, soliciting, or other commercial purposes without authorization is prohibited.
4.6 Inappropriate Content
- You may not upload, share, or display content that is offensive, pornographic, defamatory, or otherwise inappropriate within the game or its community platforms.
4.7 Unauthorized Access
- Attempting to gain unauthorized access to the Services, including other players’ accounts, game servers, or data, is prohibited.
- Circumventing security measures or engaging in activities that could disrupt or harm the Services is not allowed.
4.8 Disruption of Services
- You may not engage in activities that disrupt, overburden, or interfere with the Services, such as denial-of-service attacks or spamming.
4.9 Third-Party Software
- Using third-party software, including unauthorized mods, hacks, or tools, to alter or enhance gameplay is prohibited unless explicitly authorized by the Company.
4.10 Reselling or Distributing the Game
- You may not copy, resell, or distribute the game or any of its components without prior written consent from the Company.
4.11 Violation of Community Guidelines
- Failure to adhere to the Community Guidelines will be considered a violation of these Terms.
4.12 Consequences of Violations
- The Company reserves the right to take action, including but not limited to warnings, account suspension, or permanent bans, against users who engage in prohibited activities.
5. Intellectual Property
5.1 Ownership
- All content, assets, and intellectual property associated with Cosmo Crafter, including but not limited to game mechanics, graphics, artwork, logos, trademarks, music, text, and code, are owned by the Company or its licensors.
- Players are granted a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to access and use the Services solely for personal, non-commercial purposes, as outlined in these Terms.
5.2 Restrictions
- You may not:
- Copy, reproduce, modify, or distribute any part of the Services without prior written consent.
- Reverse-engineer, decompile, or disassemble the game software or any related technologies.
- Use the intellectual property for any commercial purpose or in a way that infringes upon the Company’s rights.
5.3 User-Generated Content
- Players may create and share content related to Cosmo Crafter (e.g., fan art, videos, community discussions), provided it:
- Does not violate these Terms or applicable laws.
- Does not misrepresent the Company or the game.
- Clearly acknowledges Cosmo Crafter as the source of inspiration or content, where applicable.
- By sharing content related to the game, you grant the Company a perpetual, royalty-free, non-exclusive license to use, modify, and distribute the content for promotional or community purposes.
5.4 Reporting Infringement
- If you believe your intellectual property rights have been infringed upon by the Services or user-generated content, you may report the issue to the Company via the contact information provided in these Terms.
5.5 Reservation of Rights
- The Company reserves all rights not explicitly granted to users under these Terms.