Terms of Service

Acceptance of Terms

By accessing and using PDGames ("the Service"), you accept and agree to be bound by the terms and provision of this agreement. These Terms of Service ("Terms") constitute a legally binding agreement between you and the operator of PDGames ("we," "us," or "our").

If you do not agree to abide by the above, please do not use this Service. Your continued use of the Service following any changes to these Terms will constitute your acceptance of such changes.

Description of Service

PDGames is an unofficial, fan-made website that provides information about Playdate console games. The Service includes:

A database of games available for the Playdate console
Game information, screenshots, and metadata
User accounts for tracking personal game libraries and wishlists
User rating and review systems
Search and browsing functionality

Disclaimer: PDGames is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or connected to Panic Inc., the official Playdate console, or any game developers featured on this site. This is an independent, fan-operated service.

User Accounts and Registration

Account Creation

To access certain features of the Service, you must create an account by providing accurate and complete information, including a valid email address and username. You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials.

Account Responsibilities

You must provide accurate, current, and complete information during registration
You must promptly update your account information to keep it accurate and current
You are responsible for safeguarding your password and all activities under your account
You must immediately notify us of any unauthorized use of your account
You may not transfer, sell, or otherwise dispose of your account to any other person

Account Termination

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your account at any time for violation of these Terms, illegal activity, or any other reason we deem appropriate. You may delete your account at any time through the appropriate mechanisms provided in the Service.

User Conduct and Acceptable Use

You agree to use the Service only for lawful purposes and in a way that does not infringe the rights of, restrict, or inhibit anyone else's use of the Service. Prohibited behavior includes but is not limited to:

Prohibited Activities

Illegal Activity: Using the Service for any unlawful purpose or in violation of any applicable laws
Harassment: Harassing, threatening, or intimidating other users
Spam and Abuse: Submitting spam, duplicate content, or abusing the reporting system
False Information: Deliberately providing false or misleading information
System Interference: Attempting to interfere with, compromise, or disrupt the Service or its servers
Unauthorized Access: Attempting to gain unauthorized access to other user accounts or administrative functions
Data Mining: Using automated tools to extract data from the Service without permission
Commercial Use: Using the Service for commercial purposes without explicit permission

Content Standards

Any content you submit (ratings, reviews, bug reports) must be:

Honest, accurate, and based on your genuine experience
Respectful and appropriate for all audiences
Free from offensive, defamatory, or harmful content
Not infringing on any third-party rights

Intellectual Property Rights

Service Content

The Service and its content, including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, and software, are the property of PDGames or its content suppliers and are protected by applicable intellectual property laws.

Game Information and Images

Game information, screenshots, and promotional materials displayed on the Service are the property of their respective owners (game developers and publishers). This content is used for informational and promotional purposes under fair use principles.

User-Generated Content

You retain ownership of content you create (ratings, reviews). By submitting content, you grant us a non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use, display, and distribute your content as part of the Service.

Trademarks

"Playdate" and related trademarks are the property of Panic Inc. We make no claim to these trademarks and use them solely for descriptive and informational purposes.

Privacy and Data Protection

Your privacy is important to us. Our collection and use of personal information is governed by our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated into these Terms by reference. By using the Service, you consent to the collection and use of your information as outlined in the Privacy Policy.

Disclaimers and Limitations

Service Availability

The Service is provided "as is" and "as available" without warranties of any kind. We do not guarantee that the Service will be uninterrupted, error-free, or completely secure.

Content Accuracy

While we strive to provide accurate information about games, we cannot guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or timeliness of all content. Game information is sourced from public sources and may contain errors.

Third-Party Links

The Service may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the content, privacy practices, or terms of service of these external sites.

Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, we 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 your use of the Service.

Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless PDGames and its operator from any claims, damages, obligations, losses, liabilities, costs, or debt, and expenses (including attorney's fees) arising from your use of the Service or violation of these Terms.

Modifications to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. We will notify users of significant changes by posting the updated Terms on this page with a new "Last updated" date. Your continued use of the Service after any modifications constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms.

Termination

These Terms remain in effect until terminated by either you or us. You may terminate your agreement with us at any time by discontinuing use of the Service and deleting your account. We may terminate or suspend your access immediately, without prior notice, for any reason, including breach of these Terms.

Governing Law and Jurisdiction

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with applicable laws, without regard to conflict of law principles. Any disputes arising from these Terms or your use of the Service shall be resolved through appropriate legal channels.

Severability

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

Contact Information

If you have any questions about these Terms of Service, please contact us through the bug report system available on any game page (select "Other" as the issue type).

Effective Date: These Terms of Service are effective as of the last updated date listed above.