Terms of Service

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using Groupdoku ("the Service"), operated by Self Help Software, Inc., you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service ("Terms"). If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use the Service.

2. Description of Service

Groupdoku is a multiplayer competitive Sudoku game platform that allows users to:

• Play Sudoku puzzles individually or with other players
• Create and join multiplayer game rooms
• Track game progress and achievements
• Access premium features through paid subscriptions

3. User Accounts

To access certain features, you may need to create an account. You are responsible for:

• Providing accurate and complete information
• Maintaining the security of your account credentials
• All activities that occur under your account
• Notifying us immediately of any unauthorized use

4. Acceptable Use

You agree to use the Service only for lawful purposes. You may not:

• Violate any applicable laws or regulations
• Harass, abuse, or harm other users
• Use automated scripts, bots, or cheating tools
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to the Service
• Upload malicious code or viruses
• Interfere with the proper functioning of the Service

5. Premium Subscriptions

We offer premium subscriptions that provide additional features:

• Ad-free experience: No advertisements during gameplay
• Private rooms: Create password-protected multiplayer rooms
• Larger puzzles: Access to 16x16 Sudoku puzzles
• Increased room capacity: Up to 10 players per room

Subscription fees are billed monthly or annually through Stripe. You can cancel at any time through your account settings.

6. Payment Terms

• All subscription fees are charged in advance
• Fees are non-refundable except as required by law
• We may change subscription prices with 30 days' notice
• Failed payments may result in service suspension

7. Intellectual Property

The Service and its content are owned by us and protected by intellectual property laws. You may not:

• Copy, modify, or distribute our content
• Use our trademarks without permission
• Reverse engineer the Service
• Create derivative works

8. Privacy

Your privacy is important to us. Please review our Privacy Policy to understand how we collect, use, and protect your information.

9. Disclaimers

The Service is provided "as is" without warranties of any kind. We do not guarantee:

• Uninterrupted or error-free service
• Security of data transmission
• Compatibility with all devices
• Availability at all times

10. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, we shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages arising from your use of the Service.

11. Termination

We may suspend or terminate your access to the Service:

• For violation of these Terms
• For fraudulent or illegal activity
• At our sole discretion with or without cause

You may terminate your account at any time by contacting us.

12. Advertising

The Service displays advertisements through Google AdSense. By using the Service, you consent to the display of ads and the collection of data for advertising purposes as described in our Privacy Policy.

13. Changes to Terms

We may update these Terms from time to time. Continued use of the Service after changes constitutes acceptance of the new Terms.

14. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of New York, United States. Any disputes will be resolved in the courts of New York State, United States.

15. Contact Information

For questions about these Terms, please contact us at:

Company: Self Help Software, Inc.
Email: support@groupdoku.com
Website: https://groupdoku.com