Terms of Service

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing and using Digiphile ("we," "our," or "the Service"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service ("Terms"). If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use our Service.

These Terms apply to all visitors, users, and others who access or use the Service. By using our Service, you represent and warrant that you have the legal capacity to enter into these Terms. If you are accessing or using the Service on behalf of a company or other legal entity, you represent that you have the authority to bind such entity to these Terms.

We may update these Terms from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Terms on this page and updating the "Last updated" date. You are advised to review these Terms periodically for any changes.

2. Description of Service

Digiphile is a collaborative content discovery platform that offers curated gaming bundles, exclusive promotions, and community features. We provide:

• Digital game bundles and Steam keys at competitive prices
• Curated content recommendations across games, music, films, and digital media
• Community engagement features including reviews, ratings, and discussions
• Charitable gaming initiatives supporting various causes
• Developer partnership programs and indie game showcases
• Seasonal promotions and flash sales
• Loyalty rewards and achievement systems
• Personalized discovery algorithms based on your preferences

Our Service operates primarily through web-based platforms, with potential mobile applications in development. We continuously evolve our offerings based on community feedback and market trends. Some features may be in beta or experimental phases, which will be clearly marked.

3. User Accounts

3.1 Account Creation

To access certain features of our Service, you may need to create an account. You must provide accurate, complete, and current information during registration. Required information includes:

• Valid email address
• Username (must be unique and appropriate)
• Secure password meeting our minimum requirements
• Country of residence (for regional pricing and content availability)
• Date of birth (for age verification)

3.2 Account Security

You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials and for all activities that occur under your account. You must notify us immediately of any unauthorized use of your account. We recommend:

• Using two-factor authentication when available
• Choosing a strong, unique password
• Not sharing your account credentials with others
• Logging out from shared devices
• Regularly reviewing your account activity

3.3 Age Requirements

You must be at least 13 years old to use our Service. If you are under 18, you must have parental or guardian consent to use the Service and make purchases. Users between 13-17 years old may have restricted access to certain features, including:

• Mature-rated content
• Community chat features
• Direct messaging with other users
• Purchase limits and payment methods

3.4 Account Types

We offer different account types with varying features:

• Free Account: Access to basic features, limited bundles, and community participation
• Premium Account: Early access to sales, exclusive bundles, enhanced support
• Developer Account: Tools for game submission, analytics, and promotional features
• Creator Account: Content creation tools, revenue sharing, and audience insights

4. Purchases and Payments

4.1 Digital Products

All purchases of digital products (including game bundles and Steam keys) are final and non-refundable, except as required by law or as explicitly stated in our refund policy. Digital products include:

• Individual game keys for various platforms (Steam, Epic, GOG, etc.)
• Bundle packages containing multiple games or content
• DLC (Downloadable Content) and expansion packs
• In-game currency and virtual items
• Subscription services and membership upgrades
• Digital gift cards and vouchers

4.2 Pricing

We reserve the right to change prices for our products at any time. Price changes will not affect orders that have already been placed. Pricing considerations include:

• Regional pricing adjustments based on local purchasing power
• Currency conversion at current exchange rates
• Applicable taxes and VAT in your jurisdiction
• Promotional discounts and time-limited offers
• Bundle savings and volume discounts

4.3 Payment Processing

Payment processing is handled by secure third-party payment processors. We do not store your payment card details on our servers. Accepted payment methods include:

• Credit and debit cards (Visa, Mastercard, American Express)
• PayPal and other digital wallets
• Cryptocurrency (Bitcoin, Ethereum, and select others)
• Bank transfers for large purchases
• Platform-specific payment methods (Apple Pay, Google Pay)
• Digiphile gift cards and store credit

4.4 Refund Policy

While digital purchases are generally final, we may offer refunds in the following circumstances:

• Technical issues preventing product activation
• Duplicate purchases made in error
• Products not as described or significantly defective
• Within 14 days if the product key has not been revealed/redeemed
• As required by local consumer protection laws

Refund requests must be submitted through our support system with proof of purchase and detailed explanation.

5. Content and Intellectual Property

5.1 User Content

You retain ownership of any content you submit to our Service. By submitting content, you grant us a worldwide, non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use, reproduce, modify, and distribute your content in connection with the Service.

5.2 Our Content

All content on Digiphile, including text, graphics, logos, and software, is the property of Digiphile or its content suppliers and is protected by intellectual property laws.

5.3 Third-Party Content

Game titles, artwork, and other third-party content remain the property of their respective owners. We operate under license agreements with content providers.

6. Prohibited Uses

You agree not to:

• Use the Service for any illegal purpose or in violation of any laws
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any portion of the Service
• Interfere with or disrupt the Service or servers
• Engage in any form of automated data collection without our permission
• Impersonate any person or entity
• Sell, trade, or transfer your account to another person
• Use the Service to distribute spam or malware
• Engage in any activity that could damage our reputation
• Manipulate or exploit pricing errors or system glitches
• Use bots, scripts, or automated tools to make purchases
• Resell keys or products purchased through our platform without authorization
• Circumvent regional restrictions or geo-blocking measures
• Create multiple accounts to abuse promotions or rewards
• Share or distribute copyrighted content without permission
• Engage in fraudulent activities or payment disputes
• Reverse engineer or attempt to extract source code from our platform
• Use the Service to launder money or finance illegal activities
• Violate any third-party rights, including privacy and publicity rights

Violation of these prohibited uses may result in immediate account termination, forfeiture of purchased products, and potential legal action.

7. Community Guidelines

When participating in our community features, you must:

• Be respectful to other users and maintain civil discourse
• Not post offensive, harmful, or inappropriate content
• Not engage in harassment, bullying, or targeted attacks
• Respect others' privacy and intellectual property rights
• Use appropriate language free from profanity and hate speech
• Not share personal information of others without consent
• Report violations and suspicious activities to moderators
• Not spam or flood forums with repetitive content
• Provide constructive feedback and honest reviews
• Not organize or participate in brigading or vote manipulation

7.1 Content Moderation

We reserve the right to moderate, edit, or remove any user-generated content that violates our guidelines. This includes but is not limited to:

• Reviews that are fraudulent or misleading
• Comments containing personal attacks or discrimination
• Content promoting illegal activities or substances
• Sexually explicit or graphic violent content
• Commercial spam or unauthorized advertising

7.2 Enforcement Actions

Violations of community guidelines may result in:

• Warning notifications
• Temporary suspension of community privileges
• Permanent ban from community features
• Full account termination in severe cases

8. Charitable Initiatives

Some of our bundles support charitable causes. We will clearly indicate which portion of your purchase goes to charity. We are not responsible for how charitable organizations use donated funds.

8.1 Charity Partnerships

We partner with verified charitable organizations and foundations. For each charity bundle:

• The charity beneficiary will be clearly identified
• The percentage or amount going to charity will be displayed
• Tax-deductible receipt availability will be indicated
• Regular transparency reports will be published
• 100% of designated charity funds will be forwarded

8.2 Tax Considerations

Charitable contributions through bundle purchases may have tax implications:

• Consult your tax advisor regarding deductibility
• We provide documentation for qualifying donations
• Tax treatment varies by jurisdiction
• Bundle purchases are not pure donations

9. Disclaimers and Limitation of Liability

9.1 Service Availability

We strive to maintain Service availability but do not guarantee uninterrupted access. The Service is provided "as is" without warranties of any kind. Specifically:

• We do not guarantee 100% uptime or availability
• Scheduled maintenance will be announced in advance when possible
• Emergency maintenance may occur without notice
• Service may be temporarily unavailable due to technical issues
• Features may be modified or discontinued at our discretion

9.2 Third-Party Services

We are not responsible for third-party services, including Steam, payment processors, or game developers' platforms. This includes:

• Platform availability and key activation issues
• Game performance, bugs, or compatibility
• Third-party account suspensions or bans
• Payment processor errors or delays
• External website content or policies
• Developer or publisher business decisions

9.3 Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, Digiphile shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages resulting from your use of the Service, including but not limited to:

• Lost profits or revenue
• Loss of data or game progress
• Cost of substitute goods or services
• Personal injury or emotional distress
• Errors or omissions in content

Our total liability shall not exceed the amount paid by you for the specific product or service in question during the 12 months preceding the claim.

9.4 No Warranty

We expressly disclaim all warranties, whether express or implied, including:

• Merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose
• Accuracy, reliability, or completeness of content
• Security or privacy of data transmission
• Compatibility with your hardware or software
• Freedom from viruses or harmful components

10. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Digiphile, its affiliates, and their respective officers, directors, employees, and agents from any claims, damages, losses, or expenses arising from your use of the Service or violation of these Terms.

11. Privacy

Your use of our Service is also governed by our Privacy Policy. Please review our Privacy Policy, which explains how we collect, use, and protect your information.

12. Modifications to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. We will notify users of any material changes via email or through the Service. Your continued use of the Service after such modifications constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms.

13. Termination

We may terminate or suspend your account and access to the Service immediately, without prior notice or liability, for any reason, including breach of these Terms. Upon termination, your right to use the Service will immediately cease.

14. Dispute Resolution

14.1 Arbitration

Any disputes arising out of or relating to these Terms or the Service shall be resolved through binding arbitration, except where prohibited by law.

14.2 Class Action Waiver

You agree to resolve disputes with us on an individual basis and waive your right to participate in a class action lawsuit or class-wide arbitration.

15. Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the jurisdiction in which Digiphile operates, without regard to its conflict of law provisions.

16. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable or invalid, that provision shall be limited or eliminated to the minimum extent necessary so that these Terms shall otherwise remain in full force and effect.

17. Entire Agreement

These Terms constitute the entire agreement between you and Digiphile regarding the use of the Service, superseding any prior agreements between you and Digiphile relating to the Service.

18. Data Protection and GDPR

18.1 GDPR Compliance

For users in the European Union, we comply with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). You have the right to:

• Access your personal data
• Correct inaccurate personal data
• Request deletion of your personal data
• Object to processing of your personal data
• Data portability
• Withdraw consent at any time

18.2 California Privacy Rights

California residents have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), including:

• Right to know what personal information is collected
• Right to delete personal information
• Right to opt-out of the sale of personal information
• Right to non-discrimination for exercising privacy rights

19. Digital Services Act Compliance

In accordance with the EU Digital Services Act, we provide:

• Clear information about content moderation practices
• Transparent recommendation systems
• Easy-to-use reporting mechanisms
• Appeals process for content decisions
• Regular transparency reports

20. Accessibility

We are committed to making our Service accessible to all users, including those with disabilities. We strive to comply with:

• Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA
• Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) requirements
• European Accessibility Act standards

If you encounter accessibility issues, please contact our support team for assistance.

21. Export Controls

You agree to comply with all applicable export and re-export control laws and regulations, including:

• U.S. Export Administration Regulations
• International Traffic in Arms Regulations
• Economic sanctions programs administered by OFAC

You may not use or access the Service if you are located in a country embargoed by the United States or if you are on any U.S. government list of prohibited or restricted parties.

22. Contact Information

If you have any questions about these Terms of Service, please contact us at:

23. Acknowledgment

By using Digiphile, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service. You further acknowledge that:

• You have the legal capacity to enter into this agreement
• You will comply with all applicable laws and regulations
• You understand the risks associated with digital purchases
• You accept our policies regarding refunds and disputes
• You will respect the intellectual property rights of others
• You understand that violations may result in account termination

Last reviewed and accepted: Upon account creation or first use of Service