Thwordle Terms of Use

Last Updated: January 7, 2025

Welcome to Thwordle Chinese Word Guessing Game! These Terms of Use detail your rights and obligations when using the Thwordle game service. Please read and understand all contents of these terms carefully. Your use of the service will be deemed as acceptance and agreement to these terms.

1. Acceptance and Applicability of Terms

By accessing, downloading, installing, or using the Thwordle game, you confirm that you have read, understood, and agreed to be bound by these Terms of Use.
If you do not agree to any part of these terms, please stop using the Thwordle service immediately.
These terms constitute a legally binding agreement between you and Thwordle.
We reserve the right to modify these terms at any time. The modified terms will take effect immediately upon publication.

2. Contact Information and Customer Service

Official Website: www.thwordle.site
Customer Service Email: support[at]thwordle.site
Feedback: Through the in-game Settings - Feedback function
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00-18:00 (Beijing Time)
We are committed to responding to user inquiries within 24 hours. The processing time for complex issues will not exceed 7 business days.
If you have any questions regarding these terms, please contact us through the methods mentioned above.

3. User Eligibility and Responsibilities

Age Requirement: Recommended for users aged 13 and above. Users under 13 should use the service under the guidance of a guardian.
Accurate Information: You should provide true and accurate personal information (if required).
Account Security: You are responsible for maintaining account security and protecting login credentials from unauthorized use by others.
Compliant Use: You promise to use the Thwordle service only in a legal and proper manner.
Prohibited Behaviors: You must not use the game for any illegal, harmful, or disruptive activities.

4. Service Description and Features

Thwordle is a free Chinese word guessing game designed to provide entertainment and educational value.
Game Features: Daily updated four-word challenges, rich Chinese vocabulary library (1200+ words), multiple difficulty modes suitable for players of different levels, completely free with no in-app purchases or ads, supports multi-platform web version and mobile adaptive design.
Educational Value: Helps improve Chinese vocabulary and exercise logical thinking skills.
We continuously optimize the game experience but do not guarantee that the service will be uninterrupted or error-free.

5. Privacy Protection and Data Processing

We highly value user privacy. For detailed privacy protection measures, please refer to the 'Thwordle Privacy Policy'.
Data Collection: Only necessary game data and statistical information are collected.
Data Usage: Primarily used for game functionality and experience optimization.
Data Security: Industry-standard security measures are adopted to protect user data.
Third Parties: We do not sell or share user personal information with third parties.
User Control: You can view, modify, or delete your game data at any time.

6. Service Usage License and Restrictions

Usage License: We grant you a limited, personal, non-commercial, non-transferable license to use Thwordle.
Intellectual Property: All content of Thwordle (including but not limited to code, design, text, images) is protected by intellectual property laws.
Usage Restrictions: Prohibits copying, modifying, distributing, or creating derivative works; prohibits reverse engineering, decompilation, or disassembly; prohibits commercial use or sublicensing to others; prohibits cheating or undermining game fairness through technical means.
Content Responsibility: You are responsible for any content generated during your use of the service.

7. Liability Limitation and Disclaimer

Service 'As Is': Thwordle is provided 【as is】. We make no express or implied warranties regarding the completeness, accuracy, or reliability of the service.
Liability Limitation: To the maximum extent permitted by law, we shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, or special damages resulting from the use or inability to use the service.
Force Majeure: We are not liable for service interruptions caused by force majeure factors (e.g., natural disasters, government actions, network failures).
Third Parties: We are not responsible for third-party websites, services, or content.
Maximum Liability: In any event, our total liability shall not exceed the fees you paid for using the service (if any).

8. Terms Modification and Notification

Modification Right: We reserve the right to modify these Terms of Use at any time.
Notification Method: Significant modifications will be notified by displaying update prompts upon game launch, posting announcements on the official website, or using the in-game messaging system.
Effective Time: Modified terms take effect immediately upon publication.
Continued Use: Your continued use of the service after modifications constitutes acceptance of the modified terms.
Substantial Changes: For substantial modifications, we will provide 30 days' advance notice.

9. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution

Governing Law: These terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the People's Republic of China.
Dispute Resolution: Disputes shall first be resolved through friendly negotiation; if negotiation fails, they shall be submitted to the competent people's court for litigation.
Legal Validity: If any provision of these terms is deemed invalid, the remaining provisions shall remain in effect.
Entire Agreement: These terms constitute the entire agreement between you and us regarding the use of the Thwordle service.
Language Version: In case of discrepancies between the Chinese and English versions, the Chinese version shall prevail.