Terms and Conditions

1. Introduction and Acceptance of Terms

Welcome to Guess the Ark (also referred to as "the Service," "our website," or "we/us/our"). These Terms and Conditions ("Terms") constitute a legally binding agreement between you ("User," "you," or "your") and Guess the Ark regarding your access to and use of our website and services.

Guess the Ark is an independent fan-made geography guessing game. Our service allows users to explore 360-degree panoramic images from various locations within the video game ARK: Survival Evolved and guess their location on an in-game map.

2. Description of the Service

2.1 Game Overview

Guess the Ark is a free-to-play browser-based geography guessing game that challenges players to identify locations within the world of ARK: Survival Evolved. The game presents users with immersive 360-degree panoramic images captured from various in-game locations, and players must determine their position by placing a marker on a minimap.

2.2 Core Features

• 360-Degree Panoramic Views: Navigate through detailed panoramic images of ARK: Survival Evolved environments
• Interactive Map System: Use our intuitive minimap interface to place your guess and see how close you were
• Multiple Maps: Play across various ARK maps including The Island, Scorched Earth, Aberration, Extinction, and more
• Scoring System: Earn points based on the accuracy of your guesses with our distance-based scoring algorithm
• Round-Based Gameplay: Complete multiple rounds per game session with cumulative scoring

2.3 User Accounts

While basic gameplay may be available without registration, certain features of Guess the Ark may require you to create a user account. When creating an account, you agree to provide accurate, current, and complete information. You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials and for all activities that occur under your account.

3. Eligibility Requirements

To use Guess the Ark, you must meet the following eligibility requirements:

• You must be at least 13 years of age to use our Service
• If you are under 18 years of age, you represent that your parent or legal guardian has reviewed and agrees to these Terms on your behalf
• You must have the legal capacity to enter into a binding agreement
• You must not be prohibited from using our Service under applicable laws

By using our Service, you represent and warrant that you meet all eligibility requirements. If you do not meet these requirements, you must not access or use Guess the Ark.

4. User Conduct and Responsibilities

4.1 Acceptable Use Policy

When using Guess the Ark, you agree to:

• Use the Service only for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms
• Respect other users and maintain a positive gaming environment
• Not attempt to gain unauthorized access to any portion of the Service
• Not use any automated systems, bots, or scripts to interact with the Service
• Not interfere with or disrupt the integrity or performance of the Service

4.2 Prohibited Activities

You are strictly prohibited from:

• Exploiting bugs, glitches, or vulnerabilities in the Service for personal gain or to disrupt the experience of others
• Using cheats, hacks, or third-party software to manipulate gameplay or scores
• Attempting to reverse engineer, decompile, or disassemble any portion of the Service
• Collecting or harvesting any information from the Service without authorization
• Impersonating any person or entity or misrepresenting your affiliation with any person or entity
• Uploading or transmitting viruses, malware, or any other malicious code
• Engaging in any activity that could damage, disable, or impair the Service
• Using the Service for any commercial purpose without our express written consent

5. Intellectual Property Rights

5.1 Our Content

The Guess the Ark website, including its design, layout, code, features, and all related content created by us, is protected by intellectual property laws. This includes but is not limited to:

• Website design and user interface elements
• Logos, graphics, and branding materials specific to Guess the Ark
• Software code and algorithms powering the Service
• Text content, documentation, and written materials

5.2 Third-Party Content and Trademarks

All trademarks, service marks, trade names, and logos mentioned on this website belong to their respective owners. The use of these marks does not imply any affiliation with or endorsement by the trademark owners.

5.3 User License

Subject to your compliance with these Terms, we grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to access and use Guess the Ark for your personal, non-commercial entertainment purposes only.

6. Privacy and Data Protection

Your privacy is important to us. Our collection and use of personal information is governed by our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated into these Terms by reference. By using Guess the Ark, you consent to the collection and use of your information as described in our Privacy Policy.

We are committed to protecting your personal data and complying with applicable data protection laws, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) where applicable.

7. Disclaimers and Limitation of Liability

7.1 Service Provided "As Is"

Guess the Ark is provided on an "AS IS" and "AS AVAILABLE" basis without warranties of any kind, whether express or implied. We do not warrant that:

• The Service will be uninterrupted, timely, secure, or error-free
• The results obtained from using the Service will be accurate or reliable
• Any errors in the Service will be corrected
• The Service will meet your specific requirements or expectations

7.2 Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, Guess the Ark and its operators shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, including but not limited to loss of profits, data, use, goodwill, or other intangible losses, resulting from:

• Your access to or use of (or inability to access or use) the Service
• Any conduct or content of any third party on the Service
• Unauthorized access, use, or alteration of your transmissions or content
• Any bugs, viruses, or other harmful code that may be transmitted through the Service

8. Modifications to the Service

We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue any aspect of Guess the Ark at any time, with or without notice. This includes the right to:

• Add or remove features and functionality
• Update game content, including maps and locations
• Change the scoring system or gameplay mechanics
• Implement maintenance periods or scheduled downtime

We shall not be liable to you or any third party for any modification, suspension, or discontinuation of the Service.

9. Termination

We may terminate or suspend your access to Guess the Ark immediately, without prior notice or liability, for any reason, including but not limited to:

• Breach of these Terms
• Engaging in prohibited activities
• Harmful or disruptive behavior
• Request by law enforcement or government agencies

Upon termination, your right to use the Service will cease immediately. All provisions of these Terms which by their nature should survive termination shall survive, including ownership provisions, warranty disclaimers, indemnity, and limitations of liability.

10. Indemnification

You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless Guess the Ark, its operators, and affiliates from and against any claims, damages, obligations, losses, liabilities, costs, or debt arising from:

• Your use of and access to the Service
• Your violation of any term of these Terms
• Your violation of any third-party right, including intellectual property rights
• Any claim that your use of the Service caused damage to a third party

11. Third-Party Links and Services

Guess the Ark may contain links to third-party websites or services that are not owned or controlled by us. We have no control over, and assume no responsibility for, the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party websites or services.

We strongly advise you to read the terms and conditions and privacy policies of any third-party websites or services that you visit.

12. Advertising

Guess the Ark may display advertisements from third-party advertising networks. These advertisements help us maintain the Service and keep it free for users. By using our Service, you agree to the display of such advertisements.

We are not responsible for the content of third-party advertisements. Any interactions you have with advertisers are solely between you and the advertiser, and we are not responsible for any loss or damage incurred as a result of such interactions.

13. Changes to These Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. We will notify users of any material changes by posting the new Terms on this page and updating the "Last updated" date.

Your continued use of Guess the Ark after any changes to these Terms constitutes your acceptance of the new Terms. If you do not agree to the modified Terms, you must stop using the Service.

14. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is held to be unenforceable or invalid, such provision will be changed and interpreted to accomplish the objectives of such provision to the greatest extent possible under applicable law, and the remaining provisions will continue in full force and effect.

15. Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and Guess the Ark regarding your use of the Service and supersede all prior agreements, representations, and understandings.

16. Contact Information

If you have any questions, concerns, or feedback about these Terms and Conditions, please contact us through our Contact Us page.

We will make every effort to respond to your inquiries in a timely manner.

Related Pages

• Play Guess the Ark - Start playing and test your map knowledge
• How to Play - Learn the game mechanics and get tips for higher scores
• Privacy Policy - How we handle your personal data
• Contact Us - Get support or join our community