⚖️ Terms of Service

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing and playing One Piece RPG, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service. If you do not agree to these terms, please do not use our game.

1.1 Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these terms at any time. Significant changes will be announced in-game or via email. Continued use of the game after changes constitutes acceptance of the new terms.

2. Privacy & Data Protection

2.1 Data Protection Commitment

We respect your privacy and will never sell, rent, lease, or give away your personal information to any third party without your explicit consent.

2.2 Staff Access to Information

Your email address and IP address may be visible to our staff team (Admins & Moderators) for the following purposes:

• Game Moderation: To investigate reports of cheating, harassment, or rule violations
• Security Verification: To verify user identity and prevent account theft
• Technical Support: To assist users who have been hacked or experienced technical issues
• Duplicate Prevention: To perform dupe checks and prevent item duplication exploits

2.3 Data Usage

All personal data is processed in accordance with our Privacy Policy and UK data protection laws.

3. Age Requirements

3.1 Minimum Age

To play One Piece RPG, you must be at least 13 years old. This requirement is based on:

• UK data protection regulations
• Game content appropriateness
• Online safety considerations

3.2 Age Verification

We may request age verification if we suspect a user is under 13. Providing false information about your age may result in account termination.

3.3 Parental Consent

If you are between 13-16 years old, we recommend obtaining parental consent before playing. Parents/guardians should monitor their child's online activity.

4. Game Rules & Conduct

4.1 Zero Tolerance for Abuse

We will not tolerate repeated targeted personal abuse aimed at any website user. This includes:

• Harassment or bullying of other players
• Discriminatory language or behavior
• Threats of violence or harm
• Stalking or unwanted contact

Consequence: Immediate and permanent ban from the game.

4.2 Anti-Spam Policy

We will not tolerate spamming of any kind, including:

• Repeated identical messages in chat
• Excessive posting in forums or chat
• Advertising external services or websites
• Bot-like behavior or automated posting

Consequence: Chat restrictions, forum limitations, and/or permanent ban.

4.3 Cheating & Exploitation

The following activities are strictly forbidden:

• Using third-party software to gain unfair advantages
• Exploiting game bugs or glitches
• Account sharing or selling
• Bot farming or automated gameplay

Consequence: Immediate ban and potential legal action.

5. Trading & In-Game Economy

5.1 Real Money Trading (RMT)

Trading in-game items for anything outside the game is strictly forbidden and will result in immediate and permanent ban. This includes:

• Selling in-game items for real money
• Buying in-game items with real money from other players
• Trading items for other game accounts
• Any form of real-world value exchange

5.2 In-Game Trading

Legitimate in-game trading is encouraged:

• Item-for-item exchanges between players
• Silver-based trading within the game economy
• Crew and alliance resource sharing
• Fair market value transactions

5.3 Economic Balance

We reserve the right to adjust game economy to maintain balance and prevent inflation. This may include:

• Adjusting item drop rates
• Modifying trading limits
• Implementing anti-inflation measures
• Balancing supply and demand

6. Purchases & Donations

6.1 Game Currency Purchases

Purchasing Silver (in-game currency) is a way of supporting the game and helping pay for:

• Website hosting and maintenance
• Game development and updates
• Server costs and bandwidth
• Community events and prizes

6.2 Payment Requirements

When making purchases:

• You may only use your own payment methods
• All payments are final and non-refundable
• Refunds may be considered in exceptional circumstances
• Fraudulent payments will result in immediate ban

6.3 Purchase Limits

To control the in-game economy and prevent overspending, we may implement:

• Daily purchase limits
• Weekly spending caps
• Account-based restrictions
• Temporary purchase cooldowns

7. Cookie Policy

7.1 What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that websites store on your computer or mobile device to enhance your browsing experience.

7.2 How We Use Cookies

We use cookies to:

• Identify your device session and link you to your One Piece RPG account
• Remember your login status and preferences
• Maintain game state and progress
• Improve game performance and user experience

7.3 Cookie Consent

By using this website, you agree that we can place these types of cookies on your device. If you disable your browser's ability to accept cookies, you will not be able to log in or play the game.

7.4 Third-Party Cookies

Some third-party services (like YouTube for crew videos) may set their own cookies. These are subject to their respective privacy policies.

8. Intellectual Property

8.1 Game Content

One Piece RPG contains original content and is inspired by the One Piece universe. All game mechanics, systems, and original content are our intellectual property.

8.2 One Piece Universe

This game is a fan-made tribute to Eiichiro Oda's One Piece manga/anime. We do not claim ownership of the One Piece intellectual property, which belongs to its respective owners.

8.3 User-Generated Content

By posting content in our game, you grant us a license to use, modify, and display that content within the game. You retain ownership of your original content.

8.4 Copyright Violations

If you believe your copyrighted work has been used inappropriately, please contact us immediately. We will investigate and remove any infringing content.

9. Account Management

9.1 Account Security

You are responsible for:

• Keeping your login credentials secure
• Not sharing your account with others
• Reporting suspicious activity immediately
• Using strong, unique passwords

9.2 Account Termination

We may terminate accounts for:

• Violation of these Terms of Service
• Cheating or exploiting game mechanics
• Harassment or abusive behavior
• Fraudulent activities or payments
• Extended periods of inactivity

9.3 Account Recovery

We will assist with account recovery when possible, but cannot guarantee recovery of lost items, currency, or progress due to:

• Account sharing violations
• Cheating or exploitation
• Extended inactivity periods
• Technical issues beyond our control

10. Disclaimers & Limitations

10.1 Service Availability

We strive to maintain 24/7 game availability but cannot guarantee uninterrupted service. The game may be temporarily unavailable due to:

• Scheduled maintenance and updates
• Technical issues or server problems
• Network connectivity issues
• Force majeure events

10.2 Data Loss

While we implement robust backup systems, we cannot guarantee against data loss. We recommend:

• Regular gameplay to maintain account activity
• Not relying solely on in-game storage for important information
• Contacting support immediately if you notice data issues

10.3 Limitation of Liability

Our liability is limited to the amount you have paid for the game service in the 12 months preceding any claim. We are not liable for:

• Indirect or consequential damages
• Loss of data or game progress
• Interruption of service
• Third-party actions or content