Terms of Service

Effective Date: January 20, 2026

1. Acceptance of Terms

These Terms and Conditions ("Terms") constitute a binding legal agreement governing your access to and use of the Service. By creating an account, accessing the Service, or engaging with any feature of Scavanger Hunt, you affirm that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree, you must discontinue use of the Service immediately.

The Company reserves the right to update, amend, or replace any portion of these Terms at its discretion. Material modifications will be communicated through the Service or other reasonable means. Continued use of the Service following the effective date of revised Terms constitutes acceptance of the updated agreement.

Your use of the Service is also governed by our Privacy Policy, available at: https://scavangerhunt.com/privacy-policy.html

2. Eligibility and Account Registration

2.1 Eligibility Requirements

You must be at least 13 years of age (or the minimum age of digital consent in your jurisdiction) to access the Service. By using the Service, you represent and warrant that you meet all eligibility requirements and that your use complies with applicable laws.

2.2 Account Creation

To access certain features, you may be required to create an account. You agree to provide accurate, current, and complete information and to maintain and promptly update such information as necessary.

2.3 Account Security

You are solely responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your login credentials and for all activities conducted under your account. You agree to notify the Company immediately of any unauthorized access, suspected breach, or compromise of your account. The Company is not liable for losses arising from unauthorized use of your credentials.

2.4 Age Compliance

Users under 18 must have permission from a parent or legal guardian. Users under 13 are not permitted to use the Service. If we learn that a user under 13 has created an account, we will terminate the account and delete associated data.

3. Location Services

The Service uses your device’s location while the app is open and visible to verify your region, generate clues, and support gameplay features.

We do not collect or access location data when the app is closed, minimized, or the device is locked.

Location data is not shared with third parties except service providers necessary to operate the Service.

4. Disclosure of Information

4.2 Legal and Regulatory Disclosures

We may disclose information when required to do so by law or when we believe such disclosure is reasonably necessary to:

• comply with subpoenas, court orders, or governmental inquiries,
• protect the rights, property, or safety of the Company, users, or the public,
• investigate potential violations of law or our Terms of Service.

4.4 Enforcement and Risk Mitigation

We may disclose information to third parties for the purpose of investigating fraud, addressing security incidents, enforcing contractual obligations, or mitigating operational risks.

We do not sell personal information under any definition of "sale" recognized by applicable privacy laws.

5. License and Permitted Use

5.1 Limited License

Subject to your compliance with these Terms, the Company grants you a limited, revocable, non‑exclusive, non‑transferable license to access and use the Service for personal, non‑commercial entertainment purposes.

5.2 Restrictions

You agree not to:

• modify, reverse engineer, decompile, or disassemble any part of the Service;
• circumvent, disable, or interfere with security features or access controls;
• use automated scripts, bots, or unauthorized tools to access or interact with the Service;
• exploit bugs, vulnerabilities, or unintended mechanics for personal gain;
• engage in conduct that disrupts or degrades the Service or its infrastructure;
• use the Service for unlawful, harmful, fraudulent, or abusive purposes.

Any unauthorized use terminates the license granted under these Terms.

10. User Conduct and Acceptable Use

You agree to use the Service in a lawful, respectful, and responsible manner. Prohibited conduct includes, without limitation:

• harassment, threats, or abusive behavior toward other users or Company personnel;
• impersonation of any person or entity;
• uploading or transmitting harmful code, malware, or unauthorized data;
• attempting to gain unauthorized access to systems, accounts, or networks;
• interfering with gameplay integrity, including cheating, exploiting, or manipulating mechanics;
• engaging in activities that violate applicable laws or regulations.

Violation of this section may result in suspension, termination, or other remedial action at the Company's discretion.

You may request deletion of your account and associated personal data by contacting admin@scavangerhunt.com. Upon verified request, we will delete personal data except where retention is required by law.

11. Intellectual Property Rights

All content, assets, trademarks, graphics, gameplay mechanics, software, and other materials associated with the Service ("Company Materials") are owned by or licensed to the Company and are protected by intellectual property laws. Except for the limited license expressly granted herein, no rights are transferred to you.

You may not reproduce, distribute, publicly display, create derivative works from, or otherwise exploit Company Materials without prior written authorization.

12. Termination

The Company may suspend or terminate your account or access to the Service at any time, with or without notice, for conduct that violates these Terms, poses a security risk, or is otherwise deemed harmful to the Service or its users.

Upon termination:

• your license to use the Service immediately ceases;
• no refunds or compensation will be provided, except where required by law.

You may terminate your account at any time by discontinuing use of the Service.

13. Disclaimers

The Service is provided on an "AS IS" and "AS AVAILABLE" basis without warranties of any kind, whether express, implied, statutory, or otherwise. To the fullest extent permitted by law, the Company disclaims all warranties, including:

• merchantability,
• fitness for a particular purpose,
• non‑infringement,
• uninterrupted or error‑free operation,
• accuracy or reliability of gameplay or data.

You acknowledge that online services inherently involve risks, including interruptions, delays, data loss, and security vulnerabilities.

14. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law:

• the Company shall not be liable for indirect, incidental, consequential, special, exemplary, or punitive damages;
• Users participate in physical activities at their own risk and must remain aware of their surroundings during gameplay. The Company is not responsible for injuries, accidents, or damages resulting from movement, travel, or real‑world interactions during hunts.
• the Company's aggregate liability arising out of or relating to the Service shall not exceed the total amount paid by you to the Company in the twelve (12) months preceding the event giving rise to the claim;
• the Company is not responsible for losses resulting from unauthorized account access, user error, or third‑party actions;
• Subject to applicable law;
• Tied back to Disclaimers.

Some jurisdictions do not allow certain limitations; in such cases, the limitations apply to the fullest extent permitted.

15. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless the Company and its officers, directors, employees, contractors, and affiliates from any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, or expenses (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising out of:

• your use or misuse of the Service,
• your violation of these Terms,
• your violation of any law or third‑party rights.

16. Third‑Party Services

The Service may integrate or interact with third‑party platforms, tools, or services. The Company is not responsible for the availability, functionality, or practices of such third parties. Your interactions with third‑party services are governed solely by their respective terms and policies.

17. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the jurisdiction in which the Company is organized, without regard to conflict‑of‑law principles.

Any dispute arising out of or relating to these Terms or the Service shall be resolved through binding arbitration or other dispute‑resolution mechanisms as designated by the Company, except where prohibited by law.

You may opt out of arbitration within 30 days of accepting these Terms by contacting us at admin@scavangerhunt.com. By accepting these Terms, you waive the right to participate in class‑action lawsuits or class‑wide arbitration.

18. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is deemed invalid, unlawful, or unenforceable, such provision shall be enforced to the maximum extent permissible, and the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.

19. Entire Agreement

These Terms constitute the entire agreement between you and the Company regarding the Service and supersede all prior or contemporaneous understandings, communications, or agreements, whether written or oral.