Terms of Service

Welcome to Robot Wars AI. By accessing or using our platform, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service. Please read them carefully.

1. Acceptance of Terms

By creating an account or using Robot Wars AI, you agree to these Terms of Service and our Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, you may not use our platform.

2. Description of Service

Robot Wars AI is an online platform where users can:

• Create and program autonomous combat robots
• Compete in real-time battles against other users
• Participate in tournaments, ladders, and level-based challenges
• View leaderboards and battle statistics

We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue any aspect of the service at any time.

3. User Accounts

3.1 Account Creation

To use Robot Wars AI, you must:

• Provide accurate and complete information
• Maintain the security of your account credentials
• Use Google OAuth for authentication

3.2 Account Responsibility

You are responsible for:

• All activities that occur under your account
• Maintaining the confidentiality of your login information
• Notifying us immediately of any unauthorized access

3.3 Account Termination

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your account if you:

• Violate these Terms of Service
• Engage in fraudulent or abusive behavior
• Use cheats, exploits, or unauthorized automation
• Harass or harm other users

4. User Conduct

4.1 Acceptable Use

You agree to use Robot Wars AI only for lawful purposes. You may not:

• Cheat, exploit bugs, or use unauthorized third-party tools
• Reverse engineer, decompile, or hack the platform
• Upload malicious code or attempt to disrupt the service
• Impersonate other users or create fake accounts
• Harass, threaten, or abuse other users
• Share offensive, illegal, or inappropriate content
• Scrape, data mine, or extract data without permission

4.2 Fair Play

Robot Wars AI is a competitive platform. We enforce fair play rules:

• All robot programs must be your own original work
• Sharing or copying robot code without attribution is prohibited
• Match manipulation or collusion is not allowed
• We use anti-cheat systems to detect violations

5. Intellectual Property

5.1 Platform Ownership

Robot Wars AI, including all code, designs, graphics, and content, is owned by us and protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

5.2 User Content

You retain ownership of your robot programs. By using our platform, you grant us a license to:

• Store and execute your robot code for gameplay
• Display your robots in battles and replays
• Use anonymized battle data for platform improvements

5.3 Restrictions

You may not:

• Copy, modify, or distribute our platform code
• Use our trademarks or branding without permission
• Create derivative works based on our platform

6. Privacy and Data

Your use of Robot Wars AI is subject to our Privacy Policy. By using our platform, you consent to our collection and use of data as described in that policy.

7. Disclaimers and Limitations

7.1 Service Availability

Robot Wars AI is provided "as is" without warranties of any kind. We do not guarantee:

• Uninterrupted or error-free service
• Accuracy of battle results or leaderboards
• Preservation of your data in case of technical failures

7.2 Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, we are not liable for:

• Loss of data, robots, or account progress
• Indirect, incidental, or consequential damages
• Service interruptions or technical issues
• Actions of other users

7.3 Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold us harmless from any claims, damages, or expenses arising from your use of the platform or violation of these terms.

8. Modifications to Terms

We may update these Terms of Service at any time. We will notify you of significant changes by:

• Posting a notice on our platform
• Sending an email to your registered address
• Updating the "Last Updated" date

Your continued use after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated terms.

9. Dispute Resolution

9.1 Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of the United States, without regard to conflict of law principles.

9.2 Arbitration

Any disputes arising from these Terms or your use of Robot Wars AI will be resolved through binding arbitration, except where prohibited by law.

9.3 Class Action Waiver

You agree to resolve disputes on an individual basis and waive the right to participate in class actions or collective proceedings.

10. Termination

You may terminate your account at any time by contacting us. Upon termination:

• Your access to the platform will be revoked
• Your data will be deleted within 30 days
• You remain liable for any violations that occurred before termination

11. Miscellaneous

11.1 Entire Agreement

These Terms, along with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and Robot Wars AI.

11.2 Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable, the remaining provisions will remain in effect.

11.3 No Waiver

Our failure to enforce any provision does not constitute a waiver of that provision.

By using Robot Wars AI, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service.