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Terms of Service

By using SimulChess, you agree to the following terms:

• This service is provided "as is" without warranty of any kind
• Use of this service is at your own risk
• We reserve the right to modify or terminate the service at any time
• Users must not engage in cheating, harassment, or other inappropriate behavior
• Account suspension or termination may occur for violations

Disclaimer

No Warranty: This software is provided "as is" without warranty of any kind, express or implied, including but not limited to the warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, and noninfringement.

Limitation of Liability: In no event shall the authors or copyright holders be liable for any claim, damages, or other liability, whether in an action of contract, tort, or otherwise, arising from, out of, or in connection with the software or the use or other dealings in the software.

Intellectual Property

Chess: Chess is a traditional game with no single copyright holder. The rules of chess are in the public domain.

SimulChess Variant: The specific rules and implementation of the SimulChess variant, including the simultaneous move system and conflict resolution mechanics, are original work created for this platform.

Software: The source code, user interface, and overall implementation of this SimulChess platform are original work, except where third-party libraries and frameworks are used under their respective licenses.

Third-Party Components: This platform uses various open-source libraries including but not limited to Django, Bootstrap, Chess.js, and Chessboard.js, each governed by their respective licenses.

Privacy

Data Collection: We collect minimal user data necessary for account creation and game functionality (username, email, game history).

Data Usage: User data is used solely for providing the chess gaming service and is not shared with third parties.

Data Retention: Game data and user accounts may be retained indefinitely unless deletion is requested.

Fair Use

This platform is provided for educational and entertainment purposes. The SimulChess variant is intended to explore new chess concepts and provide an engaging gaming experience.

Contact

For questions regarding these terms or intellectual property matters, please contact us through the support channels provided on the platform.