Terms of Service

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing and using AnimeCrusaders.com ("the Website," "we," "us," or "our"), you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service ("Terms") and our Privacy Policy. If you do not agree to these Terms, you must not use our Website.

1.1 Eligibility

• You must be at least 13 years old to use this Website
• If you are under 18, you must have parental or guardian consent
• By using the Website, you represent that you meet these eligibility requirements
• We reserve the right to verify your age and eligibility at any time

1.2 Account Responsibility

While we currently don't require user accounts, if we implement them in the future:

• You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account
• You agree to notify us immediately of any unauthorized use
• We are not liable for any loss or damage from your failure to protect your account

2. Description of Service

AnimeCrusaders.com provides the following services:

• Game Codes: Collection and distribution of publicly available game codes
• Game Guides: Strategy guides, tier lists, and gameplay tips
• News and Updates: Information about game updates and events
• Community Tools: Interactive tools for game planning and optimization
• Educational Content: Articles and resources about game mechanics

2.1 Service Modifications

We reserve the right to:

• Modify or discontinue any aspect of the service without notice
• Change features, functionality, or content at our discretion
• Impose limits on certain features or restrict access to parts of the Website
• Terminate the service entirely with reasonable notice when possible

3. Disclaimer and Fan-Made Status

3.1 Fair Use Statement

This website operates under the principles of fair use:

• We provide commentary, criticism, and educational content about the game
• All game-related content is used for informational purposes only
• We do not claim ownership of any game assets, characters, or trademarks
• Our use of game-related content is transformative and non-commercial in nature

3.2 No Official Endorsement

Users must understand that:

• Information on this site may not reflect official game positions
• We have no insider information or special access to game developers
• Game codes and information are gathered from public sources
• The game developers may change game mechanics without our knowledge

4. User Conduct and Responsibilities

By using our Website, you agree to conduct yourself in a lawful and respectful manner.

4.1 Acceptable Use

You agree to:

• Use the Website only for lawful purposes
• Respect the rights of other users and third parties
• Provide accurate information when submitting content or feedback
• Comply with all applicable laws and regulations
• Use game codes and information responsibly

4.2 Your Responsibilities

You are responsible for:

• Verifying the accuracy of information before using it in-game
• Understanding that game codes may expire or have limitations
• Ensuring your use of our content complies with game terms of service
• Any consequences resulting from your use of information from our site
• Maintaining appropriate behavior in any community features

5. Intellectual Property Rights

5.1 Our Content

Original content created by AnimeCrusaders.com is protected by copyright:

• Original articles, guides, and written content
• Website design, layout, and user interface
• Original graphics, logos, and visual elements we create
• Compilation and arrangement of information
• Any tools or calculators we develop

5.2 Third-Party Content

We acknowledge that:

• Game names, characters, and assets belong to their respective owners
• "Anime Crusaders" is owned by 32x
• "Roblox" is a trademark of Roblox Corporation
• Anime characters and franchises belong to their copyright holders
• We use these elements under fair use for informational purposes

5.3 DMCA Compliance

We respect intellectual property rights and will respond to valid DMCA notices:

• If you believe your copyright is infringed, contact us immediately
• Provide detailed information about the alleged infringement
• We will investigate and take appropriate action
• False claims may result in legal liability

DMCA Agent Contact: dmca@animecrusaders.com

6. User-Generated Content

If we enable features allowing user submissions (comments, forum posts, etc.):

6.1 Content License

By submitting content, you grant us:

• A worldwide, non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use your content
• The right to modify, adapt, and display your content
• Permission to use your content for promotional purposes
• The right to sublicense these rights to service providers

6.2 Content Standards

User content must not:

• Violate any laws or regulations
• Infringe on intellectual property rights
• Contain harmful, offensive, or inappropriate material
• Include personal information of others without consent
• Promote illegal activities or violence
• Contain spam, malware, or commercial solicitations

6.3 Content Removal

We reserve the right to:

• Remove any content without notice
• Ban users who violate content standards
• Report illegal content to authorities
• Preserve content for legal purposes

7. Prohibited Uses

You may not use our Website to:

7.1 Illegal Activities

• Violate any local, state, national, or international law
• Transmit any unlawful, threatening, or harmful content
• Engage in fraud, deception, or misrepresentation
• Violate the rights of any person or entity

7.2 Harmful Actions

• Attempt to hack, disable, or overburden our servers
• Introduce viruses, malware, or harmful code
• Scrape content without permission
• Use automated systems to access the site excessively
• Bypass any security measures or access restrictions

7.3 Misuse of Information

• Misrepresent information from our site as official
• Use our content to deceive other players
• Sell or monetize our free content without permission
• Create derivative works that infringe on rights

8. Third-Party Links and Services

8.1 External Links

Our Website may contain links to third-party websites:

• We are not responsible for the content of external sites
• Links do not imply endorsement of the linked site
• We have no control over third-party privacy practices
• You access external links at your own risk

8.2 Third-Party Services

We use various third-party services including:

• Google AdSense: For displaying advertisements
• Google Analytics: For website analytics
• Cloudflare: For security and performance
• Social Media: For community engagement

Each third-party service has its own terms and privacy policies that you should review.

8.3 Advertising

Regarding advertisements on our site:

• We use Google AdSense to display ads
• We are not responsible for advertiser content
• Ad interactions are subject to advertiser terms
• We comply with advertising standards and regulations

9. Disclaimers and Limitations

9.1 No Warranties

THE WEBSITE IS PROVIDED "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, INCLUDING:

• Implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose
• Warranties of accuracy, completeness, or currentness of information
• Warranties of uninterrupted or error-free operation
• Warranties against viruses or harmful components

9.2 Limitation of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW:

• We are not liable for any damages arising from use of the Website
• This includes direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages
• We are not liable for lost profits, data, or game progress
• Our total liability shall not exceed $100 in any circumstance

9.3 Information Accuracy

9.4 No Professional Advice

Content on our Website is for entertainment and informational purposes only:

• It is not professional gaming advice
• We are not responsible for gaming outcomes
• Success in games depends on many factors beyond our control
• Always use your own judgment when applying strategies

10. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless AnimeCrusaders.com, its operators, and affiliates from:

• Any claims arising from your use of the Website
• Your violation of these Terms of Service
• Your violation of any rights of another party
• Any content you submit to the Website
• Your violation of any applicable laws

10.1 Defense and Settlement

In case of any claim against us arising from your actions:

• We may assume exclusive control of defense
• You must cooperate with our defense
• You may not settle claims without our written consent
• We may seek reimbursement for legal costs

11. Termination

11.1 Termination by Us

We may terminate or suspend your access immediately, without prior notice, for:

• Violation of these Terms of Service
• Conduct we deem harmful to other users or the Website
• Legal reasons or law enforcement requests
• Extended periods of inactivity
• Technical or security reasons

11.2 Termination by You

You may stop using our Website at any time. Simply cease accessing the site.

11.3 Effect of Termination

Upon termination:

• Your right to access the Website ceases immediately
• Sections of these Terms that should survive will remain in effect
• We may delete any content associated with your use
• We are not liable for any loss resulting from termination

12. Governing Law

12.1 Applicable Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of California, United States, without regard to conflict of law principles.

12.2 Jurisdiction

You agree that:

• Any disputes will be resolved in courts located in Los Angeles, California
• You consent to personal jurisdiction in these courts
• You waive any objection to venue in these courts

12.3 Dispute Resolution

Before pursuing litigation:

• You agree to attempt informal resolution by contacting us
• We will try to resolve disputes in good faith
• This does not limit either party's right to seek injunctive relief

12.4 Class Action Waiver

You agree to resolve disputes on an individual basis and waive the right to participate in class actions.

13. Changes to Terms

13.1 Right to Modify

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. When we do:

• We will update the "Last Updated" date at the top
• Significant changes may be announced on the homepage
• Your continued use constitutes acceptance of new Terms
• If you disagree with changes, you must stop using the Website

13.2 Notification

For material changes, we will try to provide notice through:

• A prominent notice on the Website
• An update to this Terms page
• Email notification (if we have your email)

13.3 Review Responsibility

You are responsible for regularly reviewing these Terms. Ignorance of updates is not a valid defense for violations.

14. Contact Information

If you have questions about these Terms of Service, please contact us:

14.1 Response Time

We aim to respond to legal inquiries within 5-7 business days. For urgent matters, please indicate "URGENT" in your subject line.

Additional Provisions

Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable, the remaining provisions will continue in full force and effect.

Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and AnimeCrusaders.com regarding the use of our Website.

No Waiver

Our failure to enforce any right or provision of these Terms shall not be considered a waiver of those rights.

Assignment

We may assign our rights and obligations under these Terms. You may not assign your rights without our written consent.

Survival

Provisions that by their nature should survive termination of these Terms shall survive, including but not limited to: disclaimers, limitations of liability, indemnification, and governing law.