Terms of Service

Agreement to Terms

Welcome to Merge8.com! These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your use of our website and gaming services. By accessing or using our website, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you disagree with any part of these terms, then you may not access our website or use our services.

Description of Service

Merge8.com is a free online gaming platform that provides browser-based puzzle games, including "Merge the Jewels" and other entertainment games. Our service includes:

• Free-to-play online games accessible through web browsers
• Game score tracking and achievement systems
• User interface and gaming experience optimization
• Customer support and community features

User Accounts and Registration

Currently, our games do not require user registration or account creation. All game data is stored locally on your device. However, we reserve the right to implement user accounts in the future, at which point additional terms may apply.

Acceptable Use Policy

When using our services, you agree to:

• Use our services for lawful purposes only
• Respect our intellectual property rights
• Not attempt to hack, exploit, or disrupt our services
• Not use automated tools or bots to interact with our games
• Not violate any applicable laws or regulations
• Not engage in behavior that could harm other users or our platform

Prohibited Activities

You must not:

• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems or other users' data
• Use our services to distribute malware, viruses, or harmful content
• Engage in any form of cheating, exploitation, or unfair gameplay
• Reverse engineer, decompile, or attempt to extract source code from our games
• Use our services for commercial purposes without our written permission
• Impersonate others or provide false information
• Violate any intellectual property rights

Intellectual Property Rights

Our Content

All content on Merge8.com, including but not limited to games, graphics, text, software, images, designs, and user interfaces, is owned by us or our licensors and is protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

License to Use

We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to access and use our services for personal, non-commercial purposes, subject to these Terms.

User-Generated Content

If you provide feedback, suggestions, or other communications to us, you grant us the right to use, modify, and incorporate such content without compensation or attribution.

Privacy and Data Protection

Your privacy is important to us. Our collection and use of your information is governed by our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated into these Terms by reference. By using our services, you consent to the collection and use of your information as described in our Privacy Policy.

Game Rules and Fair Play

Game Integrity

We strive to provide fair and enjoyable gaming experiences. We reserve the right to:

• Modify game rules, mechanics, or scoring systems
• Reset scores or progress if cheating or exploitation is detected
• Investigate suspicious gameplay activities
• Implement new anti-cheat measures as needed

Score Verification

While we don't currently maintain server-side score tracking, we reserve the right to implement such systems in the future. Any scores or achievements are for entertainment purposes only and have no monetary value.

Service Availability and Modifications

Service Availability

We strive to maintain continuous service availability, but we do not guarantee that our services will be uninterrupted or error-free. We reserve the right to:

• Temporarily suspend services for maintenance or updates
• Modify or discontinue features at any time
• Implement new features or games
• Change system requirements or supported browsers

Updates and Changes

We may update our games, website, or services at any time without prior notice. These updates may include bug fixes, feature enhancements, or security improvements.

User Responsibilities

As a user of our services, you are responsible for:

• Device and Internet: Maintaining a compatible device and internet connection
• Software: Using supported browsers and keeping them updated
• Security: Protecting your device from malware and security threats
• Compliance: Following these Terms and all applicable laws
• Feedback: Reporting bugs or issues you encounter

Disclaimers and Limitation of Liability

Service Disclaimers

Our services are provided "as is" and "as available" without warranties of any kind, either express or implied, including but not limited to:

• Warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, or non-infringement
• Warranties regarding the accuracy, reliability, or completeness of our services
• Warranties that our services will be uninterrupted, secure, or error-free

Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, we shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising from or related to your use of our services, including but not limited to:

• Loss of data, progress, or scores
• Device damage or software conflicts
• Business interruption or lost profits
• Any other damages or losses

Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Merge8.com, its affiliates, officers, directors, employees, and agents from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, costs, or expenses arising from or related to:

• Your use of our services
• Your violation of these Terms
• Your violation of any third-party rights
• Any content you provide or actions you take on our platform

Termination

Termination by You

You may stop using our services at any time. Since we don't require account creation, simply discontinuing use of our website constitutes termination.

Termination by Us

We reserve the right to terminate or suspend your access to our services immediately, without prior notice, for any reason, including but not limited to:

• Violation of these Terms
• Engaging in prohibited activities
• Threatening the security or integrity of our services
• Legal or regulatory requirements

Effect of Termination

Upon termination, your right to use our services will cease immediately. Locally stored game data on your device may be retained or deleted at your discretion.

Governing Law and Dispute Resolution

Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the jurisdiction where our company is established, without regard to conflict of law principles.

Dispute Resolution

We encourage users to contact us first to resolve any disputes informally. For formal disputes, the following process applies:

• Informal Resolution: Contact us at legal@merge8.com to attempt resolution
• Formal Procedures: If informal resolution fails, disputes will be resolved through binding arbitration or small claims court
• Class Action Waiver: You agree not to participate in class action lawsuits against us

Changes to Terms of Service

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. When we make changes, we will:

• Update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page
• Post the revised Terms on our website
• For material changes, provide additional notice through our website
• Continue your use of our services after changes constitutes acceptance of the new Terms

We encourage you to review these Terms periodically to stay informed of any updates.

Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable or invalid, such provision will be changed and interpreted to accomplish the objectives of such provision to the greatest extent possible under applicable law, and the remaining provisions will continue in full force and effect.

Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy and any other legal notices published by us on our website, constitute the entire agreement between you and Merge8.com regarding your use of our services.

Contact Information

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

• Email: legal@merge8.com
• General Contact: info@merge8.com
• Contact Form: Contact Us Page
• Website: www.merge8.com

Additional Legal Information

Age Requirements

Our services are intended for users of all ages. However, if you are under 18 years of age, you should have parental consent before using our services.

International Users

Our services are available globally, but local laws and regulations may apply to your use of our services. You are responsible for ensuring compliance with your local laws.

Accessibility

We strive to make our services accessible to users with disabilities. If you encounter accessibility issues, please contact us so we can work to improve your experience.

Thank you for using Merge8.com! We hope you enjoy our games and have a great experience on our platform.