Terms of Service

By downloading, installing, accessing, or using the Dot Blitz mobile game, the dotblitz.net website, or any related services, features, content, or applications (collectively, the "Service"), you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service ("Terms") and our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated herein by reference.

The Service is operated by PVDev ("Company," "we," "us," or "our"), based in the United States. If you do not agree to all of these Terms, you must immediately cease all use of the Service.

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

The Service is intended for users who are at least 13 years of age. We implement an age verification step requiring all users to confirm they are 13 or older before accessing the Service. If you are under 13, you may not use the Service under any circumstances.

If you are between 13 and 18 years of age (or the age of legal majority in your jurisdiction), you represent and warrant that your parent or legal guardian has reviewed and agreed to these Terms on your behalf. The parent or guardian assumes full responsibility for the minor's use of the Service.

By using the Service, you represent and warrant that you have the legal capacity to enter into a binding agreement. We reserve the right to request proof of age and to terminate accounts of users who misrepresent their age or eligibility.

The website uses Google Sign-In for authentication. By creating an account, you agree to:

• Provide accurate and truthful information at all times.
• Maintain the security of your login credentials and accept full responsibility for all activity that occurs under your account.
• Notify us immediately at Privacy@Dotblitz.net if you suspect unauthorized access to your account.
• Accept that you are solely responsible for any consequences resulting from your failure to maintain account security.

We reserve the right to disable, suspend, or delete any account at any time and for any reason, including but not limited to violation of these Terms, suspected fraud, prolonged inactivity, or at the request of law enforcement.

Your in-game username, game statistics, and leaderboard position are publicly displayed. You are solely responsible for your choice of username. We reserve the right to change or remove usernames that are offensive, misleading, impersonating another person or entity, or otherwise objectionable, at our sole discretion and without notice or compensation.

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

You may not:

• Copy, modify, distribute, sell, lease, or sublicense any part of the Service.
• Reverse-engineer, decompile, disassemble, or otherwise attempt to derive the source code of the Service.
• Use the Service to develop competing products or services.
• Remove, alter, or obscure any copyright, trademark, or other proprietary notices.
• Use the Service in any manner not expressly authorized by these Terms.

This license terminates immediately upon your violation of these Terms or upon termination of your account, whichever occurs first.

Dot Blitz is free to download and play. The game may offer optional in-app purchases ("IAP") for virtual items, including but not limited to skin packs, cosmetic items, and other digital content ("Virtual Items").

BY PURCHASING OR OTHERWISE ACQUIRING VIRTUAL ITEMS, YOU ACKNOWLEDGE AND AGREE TO THE FOLLOWING:

• All payments are processed exclusively through Google Play, the Apple App Store, or other authorized third-party payment processors. We do not directly collect, store, or process payment card information.
• Virtual Items are licensed to you, NOT sold. You receive a limited, non-transferable, revocable license to use Virtual Items within the Service only.
• Virtual Items have NO real-world monetary value. They cannot be sold, traded, transferred, gifted, exchanged, or redeemed for real currency, goods, or services under any circumstances.
• All purchases are FINAL AND NON-REFUNDABLE except as required by applicable law or the refund policies of the applicable app store.
• We reserve the right to manage, regulate, modify, alter, or eliminate Virtual Items at our sole discretion, with or without notice. We shall have no liability to you or any third party for the exercise of such rights.
• We do not guarantee the continued availability of any specific Virtual Items, features, or content.
• In the event of Service termination, all Virtual Items will be forfeited and no refunds will be issued.
• You bear all risk of loss of Virtual Items after acquisition, including due to account termination for cause.

The Service may allow authenticated users to submit content including but not limited to screenshots, comments, votes, usernames, and other materials ("User Content").

By submitting User Content, you represent, warrant, and agree that:

• You are the original creator or have all necessary rights, licenses, and permissions to submit the content.
• Your content does not infringe, violate, or misappropriate any intellectual property, privacy, publicity, or other right of any third party.
• Your content is not unlawful, defamatory, obscene, pornographic, harassing, threatening, hateful, discriminatory, or otherwise objectionable.
• Your content does not contain viruses, malware, or any harmful code.

License grant: By submitting User Content, you grant the Company a worldwide, perpetual, irrevocable, non-exclusive, royalty-free, fully paid-up, transferable, sublicensable license to use, reproduce, modify, adapt, publish, translate, distribute, perform, display, and create derivative works from your User Content in any media, format, or platform, whether now known or hereafter developed, for any purpose, including commercial purposes, without further notice, consent, or compensation to you.

We are under no obligation to publish, display, or retain any User Content. We reserve the right to review, screen, edit, reject, or remove any User Content at our sole discretion, for any reason, at any time, and without notice or liability. Submitted screenshots are subject to moderation before public display.

You are solely responsible for your User Content and the consequences of posting it. We do not endorse any User Content and expressly disclaim any and all liability in connection with User Content.

You agree that you will not, and will not permit any third party to, engage in any of the following:

• Cheat, exploit, hack, or use any unauthorized third-party software, tools, scripts, or modifications that interact with or alter the Service in any way.
• Manipulate, falsify, or artificially inflate game data, statistics, leaderboard rankings, or achievements.
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to the Service, other user accounts, servers, networks, or databases connected to the Service.
• Interfere with, disrupt, or place an unreasonable burden on the Service or its infrastructure, including through denial-of-service attacks.
• Use the Service for any illegal, fraudulent, or unauthorized purpose.
• Impersonate any person, entity, or Company representative, or falsely claim an affiliation.
• Use bots, spiders, scrapers, crawlers, or any other automated means to access, collect data from, or interact with the Service without our express written consent.
• Collect, harvest, or store personal information of other users without their consent.
• Engage in any activity that could damage, disable, overburden, or impair the Service.
• Circumvent, disable, or interfere with any security, access control, or technical protection features of the Service.
• Use the Service to transmit unsolicited advertising, spam, chain letters, or pyramid schemes.
• Encourage or assist any other person in doing any of the above.

Violation of this section may result in immediate suspension or termination of your account, removal of game data and Virtual Items without refund, and referral to law enforcement where appropriate.

All content, features, and functionality of the Service — including but not limited to the game software, source code, object code, algorithms, graphics, animations, artwork, logos, icons, audio, music, sound effects, text, data, the "Dot Blitz" name, website design, user interface, and the selection, coordination, and arrangement thereof — are the exclusive property of PVDev or its licensors and are protected by United States and international copyright, trademark, patent, trade secret, and other intellectual property laws.

The Dot Blitz name, logo, and all related names, logos, product and service names, designs, and slogans are trademarks of PVDev. You may not use such marks without our prior written permission. All other names, logos, product and service names, designs, and slogans are the trademarks of their respective owners.

No right, title, or interest in or to the Service or any content therein is transferred to you, and all rights not expressly granted are reserved by PVDev.

If you believe that content available through the Service infringes your copyright, you may submit a notice pursuant to the Digital Millennium Copyright Act ("DMCA") to our designated agent at: Privacy@Dotblitz.net

Your DMCA notice must include:

• A physical or electronic signature of the copyright owner or a person authorized to act on their behalf.
• Identification of the copyrighted work claimed to have been infringed.
• Identification of the material that is claimed to be infringing and its location on the Service.
• Your contact information (address, telephone number, and email address).
• A statement that you have a good faith belief that use of the material is not authorized by the copyright owner, its agent, or the law.
• A statement, made under penalty of perjury, that the information in the notice is accurate and that you are the copyright owner or authorized to act on their behalf.

We reserve the right to remove any content alleged to be infringing without prior notice and at our sole discretion. Repeat infringers will have their accounts terminated.

The Service may contain links to, or integrations with, third-party websites, services, or applications, including but not limited to Google Play, the Apple App Store, Google Firebase, Google Analytics, social media platforms, and payment processors ("Third-Party Services").

Third-Party Services are not under our control, and we are not responsible or liable for their content, privacy practices, terms, availability, or any transactions you conduct with them. Your use of Third-Party Services is at your own risk and subject to the terms and policies of those third parties.

Inclusion of any link or integration does not imply our endorsement, sponsorship, or recommendation of the linked service.

We reserve the right, at any time and without prior notice or liability, to:

• Modify, update, suspend, or discontinue any part or all of the Service, temporarily or permanently.
• Add, change, or remove features, content, game mechanics, levels, Virtual Items, or other aspects of the Service.
• Perform maintenance, updates, or patches that may require downtime.
• Reset game progress, leaderboards, or statistics as necessary for balancing, fairness, or operational reasons.
• Limit the availability of the Service to any person, geographic area, or jurisdiction.

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

WE DO NOT GUARANTEE THE PRESERVATION OF YOUR GAME PROGRESS, ACCOUNT DATA, VIRTUAL ITEMS, OR ANY OTHER DATA ASSOCIATED WITH YOUR USE OF THE SERVICE.

Data loss may occur due to, including but not limited to, server failures, software bugs, security breaches, account termination, Service discontinuation, updates, or factors beyond our control. You acknowledge and accept the risk of data loss and agree that we shall have no liability whatsoever for lost or corrupted data, progress, or Virtual Items.

You are solely responsible for maintaining any backups or records of your data to the extent the Service permits.

We reserve the right to employ anti-cheat measures, automated detection systems, and manual review to identify and respond to violations of these Terms. If we determine, in our sole discretion, that you have engaged in cheating, exploitation, or any prohibited conduct:

• We may immediately suspend or permanently terminate your account without prior notice.
• All Virtual Items, game progress, and associated data may be forfeited without refund or compensation.
• Leaderboard standings may be adjusted or removed.
• We may take any additional action we deem appropriate, including legal action.

Our determination of a violation shall be final and binding. You waive any right to challenge such determinations except as required by applicable law.

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

• IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, TITLE, AND NON-INFRINGEMENT.
• WARRANTIES THAT THE SERVICE WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED, TIMELY, SECURE, ERROR-FREE, OR FREE OF VIRUSES, MALWARE, OR OTHER HARMFUL COMPONENTS.
• WARRANTIES REGARDING THE ACCURACY, RELIABILITY, OR COMPLETENESS OF ANY CONTENT, DATA, OR INFORMATION PROVIDED THROUGH THE SERVICE, INCLUDING LEADERBOARD DATA AND GAME STATISTICS.
• WARRANTIES THAT THE SERVICE WILL MEET YOUR REQUIREMENTS OR EXPECTATIONS.
• WARRANTIES THAT DEFECTS WILL BE CORRECTED.
• WARRANTIES THAT THE SERVICE IS COMPATIBLE WITH ANY PARTICULAR HARDWARE OR SOFTWARE.

YOUR USE OF THE SERVICE IS AT YOUR SOLE RISK. YOU ASSUME FULL RESPONSIBILITY AND RISK FOR YOUR USE OF THE SERVICE.

Some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion of certain warranties, so some of the above exclusions may not apply to you. In such cases, our warranties are limited to the minimum extent permitted by applicable law.

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW:

• IN NO EVENT SHALL PVDEV, ITS OFFICERS, DIRECTORS, EMPLOYEES, AGENTS, AFFILIATES, SUCCESSORS, OR ASSIGNS BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, EXEMPLARY, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO LOSS OF PROFITS, REVENUE, DATA, GOODWILL, USE, OR OTHER INTANGIBLE LOSSES.
• THE FOREGOING LIMITATION APPLIES WHETHER THE ALLEGED LIABILITY IS BASED ON CONTRACT, TORT (INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE), STRICT LIABILITY, OR ANY OTHER THEORY, EVEN IF WE HAVE BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES.
• OUR TOTAL AGGREGATE LIABILITY TO YOU FOR ALL CLAIMS ARISING OUT OF OR RELATED TO THESE TERMS OR THE SERVICE SHALL NOT EXCEED THE GREATER OF: (A) THE AMOUNTS YOU PAID TO US IN THE TWELVE (12) MONTHS IMMEDIATELY PRECEDING THE EVENT GIVING RISE TO THE CLAIM, OR (B) ONE HUNDRED U.S. DOLLARS ($100.00).
• THE LIMITATIONS IN THIS SECTION APPLY TO ALL CLAIMS IN THE AGGREGATE, NOT PER INCIDENT.

These limitations shall apply notwithstanding any failure of essential purpose of any limited remedy. Some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of certain damages, so some of the above limitations may not apply to you.

You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless PVDev, its officers, directors, employees, agents, affiliates, successors, assigns, licensors, and service providers from and against any and all claims, damages, obligations, losses, liabilities, costs, and expenses (including but not limited to reasonable attorneys' fees and legal costs) arising out of or related to:

• Your use or misuse of the Service.
• Your violation of these Terms or any applicable law or regulation.
• Your User Content or any content you submit, post, or transmit through the Service.
• Your violation of any rights of any third party, including intellectual property, privacy, or publicity rights.
• Any dispute between you and any third party relating to the Service.
• Your negligent, fraudulent, or willful misconduct.

We reserve the right, at your expense, to assume the exclusive defense and control of any matter for which you are required to indemnify us. You agree to cooperate with our defense of such claims. You shall not settle any claim without our prior written consent.

PLEASE READ THIS SECTION CAREFULLY — IT AFFECTS YOUR LEGAL RIGHTS, INCLUDING YOUR RIGHT TO FILE A LAWSUIT IN COURT AND TO HAVE A JURY TRIAL.

Informal Resolution: Before filing any formal proceeding, you agree to first contact us at Privacy@Dotblitz.net and attempt to resolve the dispute informally for at least 30 days. Most disputes can be resolved without formal proceedings.

Binding Arbitration:If informal resolution fails, any dispute, claim, or controversy arising out of or relating to these Terms or the Service shall be resolved by binding arbitration administered by the American Arbitration Association ("AAA") under its Consumer Arbitration Rules. Arbitration shall take place in the United States, and may be conducted remotely via telephone, video conference, or written submissions at the arbitrator's discretion.

The arbitrator shall have exclusive authority to resolve all disputes and shall have the authority to grant any remedy that would otherwise be available in court. The arbitrator's decision shall be final and binding, and judgment on the award may be entered in any court of competent jurisdiction.

CLASS ACTION WAIVER: YOU AND PVDEV AGREE THAT EACH PARTY MAY BRING CLAIMS AGAINST THE OTHER ONLY IN YOUR OR ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY, AND NOT AS A PLAINTIFF OR CLASS MEMBER IN ANY PURPORTED CLASS, CONSOLIDATED, OR REPRESENTATIVE ACTION.Unless both parties agree otherwise in writing, the arbitrator may not consolidate more than one person's claims or otherwise preside over any form of class or representative proceeding.

JURY TRIAL WAIVER: BY AGREEING TO ARBITRATION, YOU ARE WAIVING YOUR RIGHT TO A TRIAL BY JURY.

Exceptions: Notwithstanding the above, either party may seek injunctive or other equitable relief in any court of competent jurisdiction to prevent the actual or threatened infringement of intellectual property rights. Claims arising under the DMCA section of these Terms are also excluded from arbitration.

We may suspend or terminate your access to the Service at any time, for any reason or no reason, with or without prior notice, including but not limited to:

• Violation of these Terms or any applicable law.
• Suspected fraudulent, abusive, or illegal activity.
• Request by law enforcement or government agencies.
• Extended periods of inactivity.
• Discontinuance or material modification of the Service.
• Unexpected technical or security issues.

Upon termination: (a) all rights and licenses granted to you under these Terms will immediately cease; (b) you must cease all use of the Service; (c) all Virtual Items and game progress may be permanently deleted without refund; (d) we shall have no obligation to maintain or provide your data.

Sections 5 through 23 shall survive any termination or expiration of these Terms.

You may terminate your account at any time by contacting us at Privacy@Dotblitz.net.

We shall not be liable for any failure or delay in performing our obligations under these Terms where such failure or delay results from circumstances beyond our reasonable control, including but not limited to: acts of God, natural disasters, epidemics, pandemics, war, terrorism, riots, government actions or orders, labor disputes, embargoes, fire, flood, earthquake, power failures, internet or telecommunications failures, cyberattacks, hacking, or failures of third-party service providers.

You agree to comply with all applicable export and re-export control laws and regulations, including the U.S. Export Administration Regulations and sanctions programs administered by the U.S. Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control. You represent that you are not located in a country subject to a U.S. government embargo or designated as a "terrorist-supporting" country, and that you are not listed on any U.S. government list of prohibited or restricted parties.

These Terms and any disputes arising hereunder shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the United States and the State in which PVDev is headquartered, without regard to conflict-of-law principles. To the extent that litigation is permitted under these Terms, you consent to the exclusive jurisdiction and venue of the state and federal courts located therein.

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time at our sole discretion. Changes become effective upon posting the revised Terms to the Service with an updated "Last updated" date. It is your responsibility to review these Terms periodically.

Your continued use of the Service after the posting of revised Terms constitutes your acceptance of and agreement to the changes. If you do not agree to the revised Terms, you must discontinue use of the Service.

For material changes, we may provide additional notice at our discretion, such as a prominent notice within the Service or an email to the address associated with your account.

Severability. If any provision of these Terms is held to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable by a court of competent jurisdiction, such provision shall be modified to the minimum extent necessary to make it enforceable, or if modification is not possible, shall be severed. All remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.

No Waiver. Our failure to enforce any right or provision of these Terms shall not constitute a waiver of such right or provision. Any waiver of any provision shall be effective only if in writing and signed by PVDev.

Assignment. You may not assign or transfer these Terms or your rights hereunder, in whole or in part, without our prior written consent. We may assign these Terms at any time without restriction and without notice to you. Any purported assignment in violation of this section is void.

No Third-Party Beneficiaries. These Terms do not confer any third-party beneficiary rights. No third party has the right to enforce any provision of these Terms.

Headings. Section headings are for convenience only and have no legal or contractual effect.

Electronic Communications. By using the Service, you consent to receiving electronic communications from us. You agree that all agreements, notices, disclosures, and other communications we provide electronically satisfy any legal requirement that such communications be in writing.

If you have questions, concerns, or complaints regarding these Terms, please contact us:

Email: Privacy@Dotblitz.net

Developer: PVDev

Website: dotblitz.net