Terms of Service

Clear and fair terms that govern your use of Zorse Games. We believe in transparency and user-friendly policies.

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Terms of Service Agreement

Last updated: December 2024 | Effective Date: January 1, 2024

Agreement Overview

Welcome to Zorse Games! These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your use of our website at zorsegames.com and all related puzzle games and services (collectively, the "Service"). By accessing or using our Service, you agree to be bound by these Terms.

Quick Summary: These terms are designed to be fair and protect everyone's interests. If you don't agree with any part of these terms, please don't use our Service.

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing and using Zorse Games, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree to these Terms, you must not use our Service.

Age Requirements:

  • You must be at least 13 years old to use our Service
  • Users under 18 should have parental consent
  • Our games are suitable for all ages

2. Description of Service

Zorse Games provides free online puzzle games, specifically phrase-guessing games inspired by popular word games. Our comprehensive service includes:

🎮 Game Features

  • 500+ unique phrase-combining puzzles
  • Daily challenges and unlimited play
  • Score tracking and statistics
  • Progress saving and achievements

🌐 Additional Services

  • NYT Strands hints and guides
  • Game tutorials and tips
  • Community features and leaderboards
  • Mobile-responsive gameplay

3. User Conduct and Responsibilities

To maintain a positive environment for all users, you agree to use the Service responsibly and in accordance with these guidelines:

❌ Prohibited Activities

  • Using the Service for any unlawful purpose or illegal activities
  • Attempting to hack, reverse engineer, or compromise our systems
  • Creating automated tools or bots to play games or scrape content
  • Violating intellectual property rights of Zorse Games or others
  • Harassing, threatening, or discriminating against other users
  • Submitting false, misleading, or malicious information
  • Interfering with other users' enjoyment of the Service

✅ Encouraged Behavior

  • Enjoy our games responsibly and have fun
  • Provide constructive feedback to help us improve
  • Respect other players and maintain a positive community
  • Report any bugs or issues you encounter
  • Share our games with friends and family

4. Intellectual Property Rights

The Service and its original content, features, and functionality are and will remain the exclusive property of Zorse Games and its licensors. Our intellectual property is protected by copyright, trademark, and other applicable laws.

Our Property Includes:

  • All game content, puzzles, and clues
  • Website design and user interface
  • Zorse Games name, logo, and branding
  • Software code and algorithms
  • Game mechanics and scoring systems

Your Usage Rights:

  • Personal, non-commercial use of our games
  • Sharing gameplay experiences on social media
  • Taking screenshots for personal use
  • Discussing strategies and tips with others

5. User-Generated Content

While our current games primarily focus on our curated puzzle content, any feedback, suggestions, or content you may submit:

  • You retain ownership of your original content
  • You grant us a license to use feedback for service improvement
  • You confirm that your content doesn't violate any third-party rights
  • We reserve the right to remove content that violates our guidelines

6. Privacy and Data Protection

Your privacy is extremely important to us. Our comprehensive Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information.

Read Privacy PolicyUpdated December 2024

7. Service Availability and Modifications

Service Availability

We strive to provide 24/7 access to our games, but we cannot guarantee uninterrupted service due to:

  • Scheduled maintenance and updates
  • Technical issues beyond our control
  • Internet connectivity problems
  • Force majeure events

Service Modifications

We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue any part of our Service at any time. We'll provide reasonable notice for significant changes that affect your gameplay experience.

8. Disclaimers and Limitation of Liability

⚠️ Important Legal Information

Service Disclaimer

The Service is provided "AS IS" and "AS AVAILABLE" without warranties of any kind, either express or implied. We do not warrant that the Service will be uninterrupted, error-free, or completely secure.

Limitation of Liability

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

9. Account Termination

Your Rights

  • Stop using our Service at any time
  • Clear your browser data to remove game progress
  • Contact us to request data deletion

Our Rights

  • Suspend access for Terms violations
  • Remove content that violates our policies
  • Terminate Service with reasonable notice

10. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the United States. Any disputes arising from these Terms or your use of the Service will be resolved through:

  1. Good faith negotiation between the parties
  2. Mediation if direct negotiation fails
  3. Binding arbitration as a last resort

11. Changes to These Terms

We may update these Terms periodically to reflect changes in our Service or applicable laws. When we make changes:

  • We'll update the "Last updated" date at the top of this page
  • For significant changes, we'll provide prominent notice on our website
  • Continued use of the Service after changes constitutes acceptance
  • We encourage you to review these Terms periodically

12. Contact Information

We're committed to addressing any questions or concerns about these Terms:

Legal Department

Zorse Games Legal Team

Email: legal@zorsegames.com

General Support

Website: https://zorsegames.com

Response time: Within 48 hours

Mailing Address: Zorse Games, Legal Department, 1699 Devils Hill Road,Jackson,Mississippi, United States