Terms of Service
Please read these Terms of Service carefully before using our Teeworlds servers and website. This service is operated as a private, non-commercial initiative based in Germany.
This service is operated by a private individual from Germany as a non-commercial gaming community project. These terms are subject to German and EU law.
1. Legal Framework
This service operates under:
- German Telemedia Act (TMG)
- EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)
- German Civil Code (BGB) for private, non-commercial services
1. Scope and Acceptance
These Terms of Service apply to all users of the "AwB Network" which includes:
- AwB Teeworlds game servers
- The AwB website
- All related services and functionalities
By using our services, you agree to these terms. If you do not agree, please do not use our services.
2. Definitions
Account
Your Discord-authenticated account used to access our services.
Services
The AwB Network, including game servers, website, and all related features.
User Content
Any content you create or upload while using our services, including chat messages, race times, and profile information.
3. License and Usage
3.1 License Grant
We grant you a personal, non-commercial, non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to use our services for entertainment purposes only.
3.2 Prohibited Activities
- Cheating, botting, or exploiting game mechanics
- Using automated tools or scripts
- Harassing other players or staff
- Attempting to disrupt or damage the services
- Commercial use of any part of our services
4. Content and Intellectual Property
4.1 User Content
You are responsible for all content you create or upload while using our services. You grant us a non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free license to use, reproduce, modify, and distribute your content.
4.2 Intellectual Property
All intellectual property rights in our services are owned by us or our licensors. You may not use any of our intellectual property rights without our prior written consent.
5. Termination
We may terminate your access to our services at any time, without notice, for any reason, including if we believe you have violated these terms of service.
6. Governing Law
These terms of service are governed by the laws of Germany. Any dispute arising out of or related to these terms of service will be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of Germany.
4. Account and Security
Account access is exclusively through Discord authentication. You agree that:
- You are responsible for maintaining your account security
- Previously banned users may not create new accounts
- We may terminate accounts that violate these terms
- Account sharing is at your own risk
5. User Content and Behavior
When using our services, you agree that all content you submit will:
- Be free from harassment, hate speech, or abuse
- Not violate any laws or third-party rights
- Not contain malicious code or spam
- Not attempt to deceive or defraud others
6. Service Availability
You acknowledge that:
- Services are provided "as is" and "as available"
- We may modify or terminate services at any time
- We do not guarantee 24/7 availability
- Technical issues may cause temporary disruptions
- We are not liable for any service interruptions
7. Donations
This is a non-commercial service funded by voluntary donations. Donations:
- Are entirely voluntary and non-refundable
- Do not grant any ownership or decision-making rights
- Are used solely for server maintenance and improvement
- Do not guarantee any special privileges or treatment
8. Limitation of Liability
As a private, non-commercial service:
- We provide this service without any warranties
- We are not liable for any damages or losses
- You use the service at your own risk
- We are not responsible for user-generated content
9. Changes to Terms
We may update these terms at any time. Continued use of our services after changes indicates acceptance of the new terms. Major changes will be announced through our Discord server.
10. Contact
For any questions regarding these terms, contact us at:
[email protected]
11. Dispute Resolution
In case of disputes:
- German law applies
- The place of jurisdiction is Germany
- We always strive for amicable resolution through direct communication
- EU users have the right to use the EU's online dispute resolution platform
12. Additional Legal Information
12.1 Liability as a Private Host
As a private individual hosting game servers:
- We are not liable for minor negligence
- We maintain reasonable security measures
- We do not guarantee server availability
- This is a hobby project without commercial interests
12.2 Game Content
Regarding game content and chat:
- We provide basic chat moderation against severe abuse
- Teeworlds is the base game we host servers for
- Users are responsible for their own behavior and content
12.3 Server Location
Technical infrastructure:
- Servers are hosted within the EU
- Data processing follows EU/German data protection standards
- Technical measures comply with German IT security standards
13. Non-Commercial Nature
This service explicitly operates as:
- A private hobby project
- Non-profit gaming community
- Donation-supported infrastructure
- Voluntary community service
Any donations are used solely for server maintenance and operating costs, with no intention of profit generation.