Terms of Service

Agreement to Terms

These Terms of Service govern your access to and use of the CENTRUM INNOWACJI, TRANSFERU TECHNOLOGII I ROZWOJU FUNDACJA UNIWERSYTETU ŚLĄSKIEGO website and our game development services. By accessing or using our website, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service and all applicable laws and regulations.

If you do not agree with any part of these terms, you should not use our website or services. We reserve the right to modify these terms at any time, and your continued use of the website after such changes constitutes your acceptance of the new terms.

Effective Date: November 15, 2025

1. Service Description

CENTRUM INNOWACJI, TRANSFERU TECHNOLOGII I ROZWOJU FUNDACJA UNIWERSYTETU ŚLĄSKIEGO provides game development services with a focus on atmospheric arcade games, night city aesthetics, and Asian market optimization. Our services include but are not limited to:

1.1. Game concept development and design consulting

1.2. Development of arcade and casual games with atmospheric themes

1.3. Mobile game optimization for Asian markets

1.4. Greater China market strategy and localization guidance

1.5. Technical consultation on game platforms and deployment

The specific scope of services for each project is defined through individual service agreements or contracts. These Terms of Service apply to all interactions through our website and complement any specific service agreements.

2. Acceptable Use Policy

When using our website and services, you agree to the following acceptable use standards:

2.1. Permitted Uses: You may access our website to learn about our services, submit legitimate inquiries about game development projects, and engage in professional communications related to potential or ongoing work.

2.2. Prohibited Activities: You may not use our website or services to transmit harmful code, attempt unauthorized access to our systems, scrape content without permission, impersonate others, or engage in any activity that could damage our reputation or operations.

2.3. Professional Conduct: All communications and interactions should be professional and respectful. Harassment, abusive language, or threatening behavior will not be tolerated.

2.4. Accurate Information: You agree to provide truthful and accurate information when contacting us or engaging our services. Misrepresentation may result in termination of service discussions or agreements.

3. Account Terms

Currently, our website does not require account creation for general browsing or initial inquiries. If we implement user accounts in the future, the following terms will apply:

3.1. Account Creation: You may need to create an account to access certain features or services. You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials.

3.2. Account Security: You are responsible for all activities that occur under your account. Notify us immediately of any unauthorized use or security breach.

3.3. Account Information: You must provide accurate, current, and complete information during registration and keep your account information updated.

3.4. Account Termination: We reserve the right to suspend or terminate accounts that violate these Terms of Service or for any other reason at our discretion, with or without notice.

4. Service Availability and Modifications

4.1. Website Availability

We strive to maintain continuous availability of our website, but we cannot guarantee uninterrupted access. The website may be unavailable due to maintenance, technical issues, or circumstances beyond our control. We do not warrant that the website will be error-free or free from viruses or other harmful components.

4.2. Service Changes

We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue any aspect of our services at any time without prior notice. This includes changes to features, pricing, service offerings, or website content. We are not liable for any modifications or discontinuation of services.

4.3. Geographic Availability

Our services are based in Hong Kong and primarily focus on Asian markets. Service availability, features, and pricing may vary depending on your geographic location. Some services may not be available in all regions due to legal, technical, or business reasons.

4.4. Scheduled Maintenance

We may perform scheduled maintenance that temporarily affects website availability. When possible, we will provide advance notice of significant maintenance activities. Emergency maintenance may occur without prior notice.

5. Intellectual Property Rights

5.1. Website Content Ownership: All content on this website, including text, graphics, logos, images, and software, is owned by CENTRUM INNOWACJI, TRANSFERU TECHNOLOGII I ROZWOJU FUNDACJA UNIWERSYTETU ŚLĄSKIEGO or our licensors and is protected by intellectual property laws. You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, or create derivative works without our express written permission.

5.2. Service-Related IP: Intellectual property rights related to our game development services are defined in individual service agreements. Generally, we retain ownership of our development methodologies, tools, and frameworks, while clients receive appropriate rights to the final deliverables as specified in project contracts.

5.3. Limited License: We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to access and use our website for its intended purposes. This license does not include any right to download, copy, or redistribute website content except as necessary for normal browsing.

5.4. Trademarks: CENTRUM INNOWACJI, TRANSFERU TECHNOLOGII I ROZWOJU FUNDACJA UNIWERSYTETU ŚLĄSKIEGO and our logo are trademarks owned by us. You may not use these marks without our prior written consent. Third-party trademarks mentioned on our website are the property of their respective owners.

5.5. User-Submitted Content: If you submit content to us through inquiries or communications, you grant us a non-exclusive license to use that content for the purpose of evaluating and responding to your inquiry and providing services.

6. Payment and Pricing

6.1. Service Pricing: Pricing for our game development services varies based on project scope, complexity, and requirements. Specific pricing is provided through individual quotes and service agreements. All prices are in Hong Kong Dollars (HKD) unless otherwise specified.

6.2. Payment Terms: Payment terms are specified in individual service agreements. Typical arrangements include initial deposits, milestone payments, and final payments upon project completion. Payment schedules are customized based on project requirements.

6.3. Price Changes: Prices for new projects may change at any time. However, prices specified in signed service agreements remain fixed for the duration of that agreement unless both parties agree to modifications.

6.4. Taxes: Prices may not include applicable taxes, duties, or fees. You are responsible for all taxes associated with your purchase of our services, except for taxes based on our net income.

7. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, CENTRUM INNOWACJI, TRANSFERU TECHNOLOGII I ROZWOJU FUNDACJA UNIWERSYTETU ŚLĄSKIEGO shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, or any loss of profits or revenues, whether incurred directly or indirectly, or any loss of data, use, goodwill, or other intangible losses resulting from:

7.1. Your access to or use of or inability to access or use our website or services

7.2. Any conduct or content of any third party on the website

7.3. Any content obtained from the website

7.4. Unauthorized access, use, or alteration of your transmissions or content

Our total liability for all claims arising from or relating to these Terms of Service or our services shall not exceed the amount paid by you to us for the specific service giving rise to the claim, or HKD 10,000, whichever is less.

8. Disclaimer of Warranties

Our website and services are provided "as is" and "as available" without warranties of any kind, either express or implied. To the fullest extent permitted by law, we disclaim all warranties, including but not limited to:

• Implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose

• Warranties regarding accuracy, reliability, or completeness of content

• Warranties that the website will be uninterrupted, secure, or error-free

• Warranties regarding the results that may be obtained from using our services

We make no guarantees about specific outcomes from our game development services. Success in game markets depends on many factors beyond our control, including market conditions, competition, timing, and player preferences.

9. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution

9.1. Governing Law: These Terms of Service shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, without regard to its conflict of law provisions.

9.2. Jurisdiction: Any disputes arising from these Terms of Service or our services shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of Hong Kong.

9.3. Dispute Resolution: Before initiating any formal legal proceedings, parties agree to attempt to resolve disputes through good faith negotiations. If negotiations fail, either party may pursue legal remedies through appropriate courts.

9.4. Class Action Waiver: To the extent permitted by law, you agree that any dispute resolution proceedings will be conducted on an individual basis and not in a class, consolidated, or representative action.

10. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless CENTRUM INNOWACJI, TRANSFERU TECHNOLOGII I ROZWOJU FUNDACJA UNIWERSYTETU ŚLĄSKIEGO, its officers, directors, employees, agents, and affiliates from any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, and expenses, including reasonable legal fees, arising from your use of our website or services, your violation of these Terms of Service, or your violation of any rights of another party.

11. Termination

We may terminate or suspend your access to our website immediately, without prior notice or liability, for any reason, including if you breach these Terms of Service. Upon termination, your right to use the website will immediately cease.

Termination of website access does not affect ongoing service agreements, which are governed by their specific terms. All provisions of these Terms of Service that by their nature should survive termination shall survive, including ownership provisions, warranty disclaimers, indemnity, and limitations of liability.

12. Severability and Entire Agreement

12.1. Severability: If any provision of these Terms of Service is found to be unenforceable or invalid, that provision will be limited or eliminated to the minimum extent necessary so that the Terms of Service will otherwise remain in full force and effect.

12.2. Entire Agreement: These Terms of Service, together with our Privacy Policy and any specific service agreements, constitute the entire agreement between you and CENTRUM INNOWACJI, TRANSFERU TECHNOLOGII I ROZWOJU FUNDACJA UNIWERSYTETU ŚLĄSKIEGO regarding use of our website and services, superseding any prior agreements.

12.3. Waiver: Our failure to enforce any right or provision of these Terms of Service will not be considered a waiver of those rights.

13. Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify or replace these Terms of Service at any time. If a revision is material, we will provide at least 30 days notice prior to any new terms taking effect. What constitutes a material change will be determined at our sole discretion.

By continuing to access or use our website after revisions become effective, you agree to be bound by the revised terms. If you do not agree to the new terms, you should stop using the website and services.

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