Effective Date: Dec 2025
Last Updated: Dec 2025

Agreement to Terms

By downloading, installing, or using the Multiplayer Flags mobile application, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service (“Terms”). If you do not agree to these Terms, do not use the app.

🎮 App Usage

Multiplayer Flags is a competitive geography gaming application designed for:

🌍 Educational Gaming: Learning world geography through competitive gameplay
🎯 Multiplayer Competition: Real-time battles with players worldwide
📚 Knowledge Building: Mastering flags, capitals, maps, and currencies
🏆 Skill Development: Progressive difficulty levels and achievement systems
👥 Social Learning: Appropriate competitive interaction with other players

👤 User Accounts & Profiles

✅ Profile Requirements

• Username Creation: Choose appropriate display names
• Avatar Selection: Customize your player representation
• Country Selection: Choose your represented country
• Game Preferences: Set your gaming options and difficulty

❌ Profile Restrictions

• No Inappropriate Content: Offensive usernames or avatars prohibited
• No Impersonation: Cannot pretend to be another person or entity
• No Misleading Information: Profiles must not deceive other players
• Account Termination: Violations may result in account suspension

🏆 Multiplayer Gaming Rules & Fair Play

🎯 Fair Play Requirements

To ensure fair competition and enjoyable gameplay for all players, you must:

✅ Play Honestly: Use only your own knowledge and skills without external assistance
✅ Respect Opponents: Maintain sportsmanlike conduct during all competitions
✅ Follow Game Rules: Adhere to all gameplay mechanics and time limits
✅ Report Issues: Notify us of technical problems or suspected violations
✅ Accept Results: Respect game outcomes and ranking changes

🚫 Prohibited Gaming Behaviors

The following activities are strictly prohibited and may result in account termination:

❌ Cheating: Using external resources, answer keys, or assistance during gameplay
❌ Automated Tools: Using bots, scripts, or automated gameplay programs
❌ Exploiting Bugs: Taking advantage of game glitches for unfair benefit
❌ Multiple Accounts: Creating multiple accounts to manipulate rankings
❌ Account Sharing: Allowing others to play on your behalf
❌ Harassment: Inappropriate behavior towards other players

⚡ Consequences for Violations

Minor Violations:

• Warning notifications
• Temporary gameplay restrictions
• Loss of ranking points

Major Violations:

• Account suspension (7-30 days)
• Permanent account termination
• Leaderboard removal

🎲 Game Features & Mechanics

💰 In-Game Currency & Progression

• Gold System: Earn gold through gameplay achievements
• Experience Points: Gain XP to unlock new levels and features
• Achievements: Complete challenges for rewards and recognition
• Leaderboards: Rankings based on skill and performance

📺 Advertising Display

• Ad-Supported Model: Free app supported by advertisements
• Personalized Ads: Relevant advertisements based on interests
• Ad Controls: Limited control over ad personalization in device settings
• Revenue Support: Ads help fund continued app development

🌐 Online & Offline Functionality

Online Features:

• Real-time multiplayer battles
• Global leaderboards and rankings
• Achievement synchronization
• Personalized advertisements

Offline Features:

• Single-player practice mode
• Local progress tracking
• Cached content access
• Basic gameplay functionality

🏛️ Intellectual Property

📄 App Content Ownership

All content in Multiplayer Flags is owned by us or our licensors and is protected by intellectual property laws:

🌍 Geography Databases: Flag images, country data, maps
🎵 Audio Content: Sound effects, music, audio cues
🎨 Visual Design: User interface, graphics, animations
🏆 Game Systems: Scoring, achievement, ranking algorithms

🧠 Matching Technology: Multiplayer pairing systems
📊 Analytics Systems: Performance tracking and data analysis
💻 Software Code: Application architecture and functionality
📚 Educational Content: Geography information and methodology

🔒 User-Generated Content

• Limited User Content: Primarily usernames, avatars, and game preferences
• Content Guidelines: All user-generated content must comply with our standards
• Moderation Rights: We reserve the right to review and remove inappropriate content
• Data Ownership: Users retain rights to their personal information and preferences

🚫 Prohibited Activities

⚙️ Technical Violations

❌ Reverse Engineering: Attempting to extract or modify source code
❌ Automated Gameplay: Using bots, macros, or automated tools
❌ System Exploitation: Exploiting bugs, glitches, or vulnerabilities
❌ Network Interference: Disrupting multiplayer services or connections

👥 Behavioral Violations

❌ Inappropriate Usernames: Offensive, misleading, or inappropriate names
❌ Player Harassment: Any form of harassment or abuse toward other users
❌ Impersonation: Pretending to be another person, developer, or entity
❌ Spam Behavior: Excessive or disruptive gameplay patterns

🔚 Account Termination

👤 User-Initiated Termination

• Account Deletion: You may delete your account at any time through app settings
• Data Removal: Local game data will be permanently deleted
• Uninstallation: Removing the app deletes all local progress
• No Recovery: Deleted accounts and progress cannot be restored

🏢 Developer-Initiated Termination

• Terms Violation: Accounts may be suspended for violating these terms
• Fair Play Violations: Immediate action for cheating or exploitation
• Notice Period: Reasonable notice provided when possible
• Appeal Process: Users may contest termination decisions

⚡ Immediate Termination Conditions

We reserve the right to immediately terminate accounts for:

• Severe harassment or abuse of other players
• Cheating or using unauthorized tools in competitive play
• Attempting to hack or compromise app security
• Violation of laws or regulations
• Creating multiple accounts to circumvent restrictions

⚖️ Liability & Disclaimers

📚 Educational Content Disclaimers

• Accuracy Efforts: We strive for accurate geography information but cannot guarantee perfection
• Educational Supplement: App content supplements but does not replace formal education
• Content Updates: Geography information may change; we update content periodically
• Individual Results: Learning outcomes vary based on individual effort and usage

🌐 Network & Technical Limitations

• Connectivity Requirements: Multiplayer features require stable internet connection
• Service Availability: App services may be temporarily unavailable for maintenance
• Device Compatibility: Performance may vary based on device capabilities
• Third-Party Dependencies: Some features rely on external services beyond our control

🔄 Updates & Changes

📱 App Updates

• Feature Improvements: Regular updates to enhance gameplay and user experience
• New Content: Additional countries, game modes, and features
• Bug Fixes: Ongoing resolution of technical issues and improvements
• Security Updates: Regular security enhancements and protections

📋 Terms Updates

• Periodic Reviews: These terms may be updated to reflect app changes
• User Notification: Material changes will be communicated through the app
• Continued Use: Using the app after updates constitutes acceptance
• Version Control: Updated terms apply to future app usage

🏛️ Governing Law & Disputes

⚖️ Applicable Law

• Terms governed by laws of [Your Jurisdiction]
• Disputes subject to local court jurisdiction
• International users subject to local laws

🤝 Dispute Resolution

• First attempt: Direct communication with support
• Mediation preferred before legal action
• Arbitration clauses may apply where permitted

📞 Contact Information

For questions about these Terms of Service, account issues, or dispute resolution, please contact us:

Contact: Contact Us Page

Website: https://multiplayer-flags.vercel.app

Support Hours: Monday - Friday, 9 AM - 5 PM

Response Time: We typically respond within 24-48 hours

By using Multiplayer Flags, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to these Terms of Service.

Last updated: Dec 2025 • These terms ensure fair play and a positive gaming experience for all users.