Terms of Service

Effective Date: November 10, 2023Address: 789 Pine Avenue, Denver, CO 80202, United StatesContact: [email protected] 1. Acceptance of Terms By accessing or using acerbic.top ("the Platform"), you ("User" or "you") agree to these Terms of Service ("Terms"), our Privacy Policy, and all applicable gaming and competitive laws. If you disagree with any terms, you may not use the Platform. We reserve the right to modify these Terms—revised versions will be posted with an updated effective date. Continued use after modifications constitutes acceptance. 2. Eligibility To use the Platform, you must: Be at least 13 years old (or the minimum legal age in your jurisdiction) Possess the legal capacity to enter binding agreements Provide accurate, complete registration information (including valid age verification) Not be banned or restricted from competitive gaming platforms due to prior violations Users under 18 must have parental/guardian consent to participate in tournaments or make purchases. 3. Account Responsibilities 3.1 Account Creation You must create an account to access competitive features. You agree to: Use a unique username and strong password (minimum 8 characters, including numbers/symbols) Provide truthful information (false details may result in account suspension) Not share account credentials (account sharing violates competitive integrity) Notify us immediately of unauthorized access or security breaches 3.2 Account Termination We may suspend/terminate your account without notice for: Violating these Terms or competitive rules Cheating, hacking, or using unauthorized software (e.g., aimbots, wallhacks) Fraudulent activity (e.g., fake age verification, payment disputes) Harassing other players or staff Inactive accounts may be deleted after 12 months of inactivity (with prior notice) You may delete your account by contacting [email protected]—data retention follows our Privacy Policy. 4. User Conduct You agree to maintain competitive integrity and respect: Prohibited activities include: Cheating, hacking, modifying game files, or exploiting bugs to gain an unfair advantage Harassing, threatening, or discriminating against other players (including hate speech, doxxing) Sharing copyrighted content, malware, or phishing links Impersonating staff, other players, or tournament officials Colluding with other players to manipulate match outcomes Spamming chat, forums, or tournament lobbies Violations may result in account termination, permanent bans from tournaments, or legal action. 5. Intellectual Property 5.1 Platform Ownership All Platform content (games, software, logos, tournament rules, graphics) is owned by acerbic.top or its licensors, protected by U.S. and international IP laws. You may not reproduce, modify, reverse-engineer, or distribute content without explicit written permission. 5.2 User-Generated Content (UGC) You retain ownership of UGC (e.g., forum posts, tournament highlights). By posting UGC, you grant us a non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free license to use, display, and promote the content for competitive gaming purposes (e.g., tournament recaps, community highlights). You warrant UGC does not infringe third-party rights. 6. Service Availability We strive for 99.9% uptime during tournaments but do not guarantee uninterrupted service. We may suspend service for maintenance, updates, or emergency issues without notice. We are not liable for tournament disruptions or lost progress due to technical issues. 7. Limitation of Liability To the maximum extent permitted by law: The Platform is provided "as is" without warranties (express or implied) We are not liable for direct/indirect damages (e.g., lost tournament prizes, emotional distress) Our total liability for any claims is limited to $100 (or the value of any purchases made) This excludes liability for gross negligence, fraud, or personal injury. 8. Indemnification You agree to indemnify acerbic.top, its staff, and partners from: Claims, damages, or legal fees arising from your use of the Platform Violations of these Terms or third-party rights Cheating or competitive integrity breaches 9. Dispute Resolution Disputes are governed by Colorado law. You agree to submit to the exclusive jurisdiction of Denver County courts. Small claims may be resolved through binding arbitration. 10. Termination These Terms remain in effect until terminated. We may terminate for any reason—you must cease using the Platform upon termination. 11. Miscellaneous These Terms constitute the entire agreement between you and acerbic.top. Invalid provisions do not affect others. Our failure to enforce terms does not waive them.