Terms of Service

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using Popple at playpopple.com (the "Service"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service. If you do not agree to these terms, please do not use the Service.

2. Description of Service

Popple is a free-to-play multiplayer word puzzle game. The Service allows users to:

• Play word puzzles in practice mode
• Compete in daily challenges
• Create and join multiplayer game rooms
• Track achievements and progress
• Appear on leaderboards
• Purchase cosmetic items with in-game currency

3. User Accounts

You may use the Service as a guest or create an account. If you create an account:

• You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account
• You must provide accurate and complete information
• You are responsible for all activities under your account
• You must notify us immediately of any unauthorized access

4. User Conduct

You agree not to:

• Use offensive, inappropriate, or misleading display names
• Harass, abuse, or harm other users
• Cheat, exploit bugs, or use unauthorized automation
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to the Service
• Interfere with the proper operation of the Service
• Violate any applicable laws or regulations

5. Intellectual Property

The Service, including its original content, features, and functionality, is owned by Popple and is protected by international copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

The word lists and dictionaries used for gameplay validation are derived from publicly available sources.

6. Virtual Items and Currency

The Service may include virtual items and in-game currency ("gems"). These items:

• Have no real-world monetary value
• Cannot be exchanged, sold, or transferred
• May be modified or removed at our discretion
• Are licensed, not owned, by you

7. Account Termination

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your account at any time for violation of these Terms, including but not limited to:

• Cheating or exploiting game mechanics
• Abusive behavior toward other users
• Creating multiple accounts to abuse the system
• Any other violation of these Terms

8. Disclaimers

The Service is provided "as is" without warranties of any kind. We do not guarantee that the Service will be uninterrupted, secure, or error-free.

9. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, Popple shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages resulting from your use of the Service.

10. Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. We will notify users of significant changes by posting a notice on the Service. Your continued use of the Service after changes constitutes acceptance of the new Terms.

11. Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the United States, without regard to its conflict of law provisions.

12. Contact Us

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

Email: support@playpopple.com