Terms and Conditions

Legal Agreement

These Terms and Conditions constitute a legally binding agreement between you and CENTRUM INNOWACJI, TRANSFERU TECHNOLOGII I ROZWOJU FUNDACJA UNIWERSYTETU ŚLĄSKIEGO governing your use of our website and services. By accessing our website or engaging our services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions.

These Terms and Conditions work in conjunction with our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy to establish the complete framework of our relationship with users and clients. If you do not agree to these terms, you must not use our website or services.

Last Updated: November 22, 2025

1. User Obligations and Responsibilities

1.1. Legal Compliance

You agree to comply with all applicable local, national, and international laws and regulations when using our website and services. This includes but is not limited to:

• Intellectual property laws and copyright regulations

• Data protection and privacy legislation

• Export control and trade sanctions laws

• Consumer protection and business conduct regulations

• Any applicable gaming industry regulations in relevant jurisdictions

1.2. Prohibited Conduct

You agree not to engage in any of the following prohibited activities:

• Violating any laws or regulations in connection with your use of our services

• Infringing upon the intellectual property rights of CENTRUM INNOWACJI, TRANSFERU TECHNOLOGII I ROZWOJU FUNDACJA UNIWERSYTETU ŚLĄSKIEGO or third parties

• Transmitting harmful code, viruses, or malicious software

• Attempting unauthorized access to our systems, networks, or data

• Engaging in any form of harassment, intimidation, or discriminatory behavior

• Using our services for fraudulent purposes or misrepresenting your identity

• Interfering with or disrupting the operation of our website or services

• Scraping, copying, or duplicating website content without authorization

1.3. Age Requirements

Our services are intended for individuals who are at least 18 years of age or have reached the age of majority in their jurisdiction. By using our website or services, you represent and warrant that you meet these age requirements. If you are under 18, you may only use our services with the involvement and consent of a parent or legal guardian.

1.4. Professional Conduct

When communicating with CENTRUM INNOWACJI, TRANSFERU TECHNOLOGII I ROZWOJU FUNDACJA UNIWERSYTETU ŚLĄSKIEGO or using our services, you agree to maintain professional standards of conduct. This includes providing accurate information, responding to communications in a timely manner when engaged in active projects, and treating our team members with respect and courtesy.

2. Content Guidelines and Restrictions

2.1. User-Submitted Content: When you submit content to us through contact forms, emails, or project materials, you grant us permission to use that content for the purpose of evaluating and delivering our services. You represent that you have all necessary rights to submit such content and that it does not violate any third-party rights.

2.2. Content Standards: Any content you submit must be lawful, accurate, and not contain material that is defamatory, obscene, threatening, discriminatory, or that violates intellectual property rights. We reserve the right to refuse or remove any content that violates these standards.

2.3. Project Materials: For game development projects, you are responsible for ensuring that all materials, concepts, and assets you provide do not infringe on third-party rights. This includes artwork, music, storylines, character designs, and any other creative elements.

2.4. Confidentiality: You agree to keep confidential any proprietary information, development methodologies, or business practices that we share with you during the course of our professional relationship. This obligation continues even after the termination of our business relationship.

3. Liability and Warranties

3.1. Disclaimer of Warranties

We provide our website and services on an "as is" and "as available" basis. While we strive for quality and reliability, we make no warranties or representations about:

• The accuracy, completeness, or reliability of information on our website

• The uninterrupted or error-free operation of our website

• The results that may be obtained from using our services

• The correction of defects or errors in our website or services

• The market performance or commercial success of games we develop

3.2. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, CENTRUM INNOWACJI, TRANSFERU TECHNOLOGII I ROZWOJU FUNDACJA UNIWERSYTETU ŚLĄSKIEGO and its directors, employees, partners, and agents shall not be liable for:

• Indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages

• Loss of profits, revenue, data, or business opportunities

• Damages resulting from delays, service interruptions, or system failures

• Damages arising from unauthorized access to your data or systems

• Any damages exceeding the fees paid for the specific service in question

3.3. No Guarantee of Results

Game development involves creative and technical processes where outcomes cannot be guaranteed. We do not warrant that any game developed will achieve specific commercial success, player reception, platform approval, or market performance. Success depends on numerous factors beyond our control, including market conditions, competition, timing, and player preferences.

3.4. Force Majeure

We shall not be held liable for any failure or delay in performance of our obligations due to circumstances beyond our reasonable control, including natural disasters, pandemics, government actions, network failures, acts of terrorism, or other force majeure events.

4. Indemnification

4.1. Your Indemnification Obligations: You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless CENTRUM INNOWACJI, TRANSFERU TECHNOLOGII I ROZWOJU FUNDACJA UNIWERSYTETU ŚLĄSKIEGO, its officers, directors, employees, contractors, agents, licensors, and suppliers from and against all claims, losses, expenses, damages, and costs, including reasonable legal fees, arising from:

• Your violation of these Terms and Conditions or any applicable law

• Your infringement of any intellectual property or other right of any third party

• Content or materials you provide that infringe third-party rights

• Any dispute between you and a third party arising from your use of our services

• Your breach of any representations or warranties made in these Terms and Conditions

4.2. Defense of Claims: We reserve the right to assume the exclusive defense and control of any matter subject to indemnification by you, in which case you agree to cooperate with our defense of such claims.

5. Privacy and Data Protection

5.1. Privacy Policy: Your use of our website and services is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated into these Terms and Conditions by reference. Please review our Privacy Policy to understand our data collection and processing practices.

5.2. Data Responsibilities: You are responsible for ensuring that any data you provide to us or that we collect on your behalf complies with applicable data protection laws. When engaging our services for projects involving user data, you must ensure you have appropriate legal bases and consents for data processing.

5.3. Security Obligations: While we implement reasonable security measures, you acknowledge that no method of transmission or storage is completely secure. You are responsible for maintaining the security of your own systems and any credentials or access information related to our services.

6. Third-Party Interactions

6.1. Third-Party Services: Our website may contain links to or integrate with third-party services, platforms, or websites. We are not responsible for the content, privacy practices, or terms of these third parties. Your interactions with third parties are solely between you and those parties.

6.2. Platform Dependencies: Game development services may involve platforms, tools, or services provided by third parties. We are not responsible for changes, discontinuations, or issues with these third-party platforms that may affect project deliverables.

6.3. Third-Party Approvals: If your project requires approvals from platform providers, app stores, or regulatory bodies, you are responsible for meeting their requirements. We provide guidance based on our experience but cannot guarantee approval outcomes.

7. Legal Information and Dispute Resolution

7.1. Governing Law

These Terms and Conditions shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, without giving effect to any principles of conflicts of law. The application of the United Nations Convention on Contracts for the International Sale of Goods is expressly excluded.

7.2. Jurisdiction

You agree that any legal action or proceeding arising from or relating to these Terms and Conditions or your use of our website or services shall be brought exclusively in the courts of Hong Kong. You consent to the personal jurisdiction of such courts and waive any objection to venue in these courts.

7.3. Informal Dispute Resolution

Before pursuing formal legal action, both parties agree to attempt to resolve disputes through good faith negotiations. Either party may initiate this process by providing written notice to the other party describing the dispute and proposed resolution.

7.4. Time Limitation

Any claim or cause of action arising from or related to these Terms and Conditions or our services must be filed within one year after the claim or cause of action arose, or it shall be forever barred, regardless of any law to the contrary.

8. Modifications and Updates

8.1. Right to Modify: We reserve the right to modify, update, or replace these Terms and Conditions at any time at our sole discretion. Material changes will be notified through our website or via email to registered users at least 30 days before the effective date.

8.2. Acceptance of Changes: Your continued use of our website or services after any modifications to these Terms and Conditions constitutes your acceptance of the updated terms. If you do not agree to the modified terms, you must discontinue use of our website and services.

8.3. Review Obligation: It is your responsibility to review these Terms and Conditions periodically. We recommend checking this page regularly to stay informed of any changes.

9. Severability and Waiver

9.1. Severability: If any provision of these Terms and Conditions is determined to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable by a court of competent jurisdiction, that provision shall be modified to the minimum extent necessary to make it valid and enforceable. If modification is not possible, the provision shall be severed, and the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.

9.2. No Waiver: The failure of CENTRUM INNOWACJI, TRANSFERU TECHNOLOGII I ROZWOJU FUNDACJA UNIWERSYTETU ŚLĄSKIEGO to exercise or enforce any right or provision of these Terms and Conditions shall not constitute a waiver of such right or provision. Any waiver of any provision shall be effective only if in writing and signed by an authorized representative of CENTRUM INNOWACJI, TRANSFERU TECHNOLOGII I ROZWOJU FUNDACJA UNIWERSYTETU ŚLĄSKIEGO.

9.3. Assignment: You may not assign or transfer these Terms and Conditions or any rights granted hereunder without our prior written consent. We may assign these Terms and Conditions or any rights hereunder without restriction.

10. Entire Agreement

These Terms and Conditions, together with our Terms of Service, Privacy Policy, Cookie Policy, and any specific service agreements or contracts, constitute the entire agreement between you and CENTRUM INNOWACJI, TRANSFERU TECHNOLOGII I ROZWOJU FUNDACJA UNIWERSYTETU ŚLĄSKIEGO regarding your use of our website and services.

These terms supersede all prior or contemporaneous communications, agreements, or understandings, whether written or oral, regarding the subject matter herein. No modification or amendment to these Terms and Conditions shall be binding unless in writing and signed by an authorized representative of CENTRUM INNOWACJI, TRANSFERU TECHNOLOGII I ROZWOJU FUNDACJA UNIWERSYTETU ŚLĄSKIEGO.

11. Survival of Terms

All provisions of these Terms and Conditions that by their nature should survive termination shall survive, including but not limited to ownership provisions, warranty disclaimers, indemnity obligations, limitations of liability, dispute resolution provisions, and this survival clause.

Acknowledgment and Acceptance

By using our website or services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions. You represent that you have the legal authority to enter into this agreement and that you will comply with all applicable laws and regulations.

If you are entering into this agreement on behalf of a company or other legal entity, you represent that you have the authority to bind such entity to these Terms and Conditions, and references to "you" shall refer to such entity.

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