Terms of Service

Last Updated: January 2025

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing and using Waffle Game Ireland ("the Service") at wordwaffle.org, you accept and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service and our Privacy Policy. If you do not agree to these terms, please do not use the Service.

These terms constitute a legally binding agreement between you and Waffle Game Ireland, operating under Irish and European Union law.

2. Description of Service

Waffle Game Ireland provides a free online word puzzle game where players swap letters to form valid words in a waffle-shaped grid. The Service includes:

  • Daily puzzle challenges
  • Multiple game modes (5x5, 7x7, etc.)
  • Statistics tracking
  • Game customization options

3. User Eligibility

The Service is available to users of all ages. Users under 16 years of age should have parental or guardian consent to use the Service, in accordance with GDPR requirements.

4. User Conduct

You agree not to:

  • Use the Service for any unlawful purpose
  • Attempt to hack, reverse engineer, or compromise the Service
  • Use automated tools or bots to play the game
  • Interfere with other users' enjoyment of the Service
  • Collect or harvest data from the Service without permission
  • Impersonate others or provide false information
  • Distribute malware or harmful code

5. Intellectual Property Rights

All content, features, and functionality of the Service, including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, game mechanics, and software, are owned by Waffle Game Ireland or its licensors and are protected by Irish, EU, and international copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

You may not copy, modify, distribute, sell, or lease any part of the Service without our express written permission.

6. Game Rules and Fair Play

Players are expected to play fairly and honestly. We reserve the right to:

  • Modify game rules and mechanics
  • Reset statistics if cheating is detected
  • Restrict access for violations of these terms

7. Service Availability

We strive to provide continuous access to the Service, but we do not guarantee that:

  • The Service will be uninterrupted or error-free
  • Defects will be corrected immediately
  • The Service will be available at all times

We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue the Service at any time without notice.

8. User Data and Privacy

Your use of the Service is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which complies with GDPR and Irish data protection laws. Game progress and statistics are stored locally in your browser. Please review our Privacy Policy for details.

9. Third-Party Links and Content

The Service may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for the content, privacy policies, or practices of third-party sites. Access them at your own risk.

10. Disclaimer of Warranties

THE SERVICE IS PROVIDED "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO:

  • Warranties of merchantability
  • Fitness for a particular purpose
  • Non-infringement
  • Accuracy or reliability of content

11. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by Irish and EU law, Waffle Game Ireland shall not be liable for:

  • Indirect, incidental, or consequential damages
  • Loss of data, profits, or game progress
  • Service interruptions or errors
  • Unauthorized access to your data

Nothing in these terms excludes liability for death or personal injury caused by negligence, fraud, or any liability that cannot be excluded under Irish law.

12. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Waffle Game Ireland from any claims, damages, losses, or expenses arising from your violation of these Terms or misuse of the Service.

13. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

These Terms are governed by the laws of Ireland and the European Union. Any disputes shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the Irish courts.

EU consumers have the right to use the EU Online Dispute Resolution platform at ec.europa.eu/consumers/odr

14. Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting. Your continued use of the Service after changes constitutes acceptance of the modified Terms.

15. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.

16. Contact Information

For questions about these Terms, contact us at:

Email: legal@wordwaffle.org

Location: Ireland

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