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Terms of Use for SprintFall App

1. Scope and Contract Formation

1.1 Area of Application

These Terms of Use (hereinafter "Terms") govern the use of the mobile application "SprintFall" (hereinafter "App") between you as a user and us as the provider.

1.2 Contract Formation

The contract is formed by:

• Downloading the App from the App Store or Google Play Store
• Accepting the consent declaration on first launch
• Continued use of the App after acceptance

1.3 Minimum Age

The App is suitable for persons aged 12 and above (USK 0). Minors under 18 require parental consent.

2. Service Description

2.1 App Features

SprintFall is a free jump'n'run game with the following features:

• Gameplay: Endless jumping game with increasing difficulty
• Character System: 9 unlockable skins (incl. event characters)
• Currency System: In-game coins (no real money purchases)
• Achievement System: 25 quests and achievements
• Leaderboard: Online highscore list (optional, with consent)
• Cloud Backup: 24-hour backup codes for save game protection
• Events: Time-limited special events (Halloween, Welcome, Weekend Dino)
• Daily Rewards: Coins through video ads

2.2 Technical Requirements

• iOS: Version 12.0 or higher
• Android: Version 5.0 (API Level 21) or higher
• Storage: Approx. 100 MB
• Internet: Optional (only for leaderboard and cloud backup)

2.3 Availability

The App works completely offline. Online features (leaderboard, cloud backup) require an internet connection. We do not guarantee 100% availability of online services.

3. Usage Rights and Licenses

3.1 License Grant

We grant you a personal, non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license for private use of the App on your personal devices.

3.2 Restrictions

You may NOT:

• Decompile, reverse-engineer, or modify the App
• Bypass or disable security measures
• Use the App for commercial purposes
• Use automated tools, bots, or cheats
• Manipulate the Firebase database or Unity Ads integration
• Distribute malware or perform DDoS attacks
• Create multiple accounts per person

3.3 Intellectual Property

All rights to the App belong to us:

• Flutter source code and program logic
• Graphics, sprites, and animations
• Sound and music files
• Game mechanics and level design
• SprintFall brand and logo

4. Game Rules and Code of Conduct

4.1 Player Name (3-12 characters)

Your player name is checked by an automatic profanity filter (DE/EN/TR). Prohibited are:

• Offensive or discriminatory terms
• Sexual or violent content
• Hate speech or extremist symbols
• Advertising or commercial content
• Impersonation of other players or celebrities
• Trademark violations

4.2 Leaderboard Integrity

• Only legitimate, self-earned points
• Maximum one entry per player
• Automatic filtering of invalid scores (e.g., 9999)
• 12-month retention, then automatic deletion
• Visibility can be disabled at any time

4.3 Prohibited Activities

Strictly prohibited:

• Cheating: Memory hacks, speed hacks, score manipulation
• Exploiting: Using bugs for unfair advantages
• Data mining: Extracting protected game content
• Account trading: Selling or trading game saves
• Harassment: Stalking other players via the leaderboard

5. Virtual Goods and In-Game Currency

5.1 Coin System

• Coins are earned only through gameplay (1 coin per platform)
• Additional coins through achievements and events
• Daily coins through voluntary video ads
• NO in-app purchases or real money transactions

5.2 Character Skins

• 2 free base skins (Standard Jumper, Women Power)
• 7 unlockable skins (50-1000 coins)
• Event skins only available during active events
• Once unlocked, permanently available

5.3 No Monetary Value

Virtual goods have no real monetary value and cannot be:

• Exchanged for real money
• Transferred to other accounts
• Used outside the App

6. Advertising (Unity Ad)

6.1 Rewarded Ads

Ads are shown only at your initiative:

• Revival: Once per game after game over
• Daily Coins: Available once daily
• Format: 15-30 second video ads
• Reward: Immediately after complete viewing

6.2 Personalization

• iOS: After App Tracking Transparency (ATT) consent
• Android: Controllable via Google ad settings
• Without consent: Only non-personalized ads

6.3 No Liability for Ad Content

We assume no responsibility for content from external advertisers.

7. Cloud Backup System

7.1 Functionality

• Generation of a 6-character alphanumeric code
• Storage in Firebase for 24 hours
• Single use (code deleted after use)
• Complete restoration of all game progress

7.2 Responsibility

You are responsible for:

• Secure storage of the backup code
• Timely use within 24 hours
• Keeping the code secret

8. Privacy and Security

8.1 Privacy

Details on data processing can be found in our separate Privacy Policy.

8.2 Security Measures

• TLS/HTTPS encryption for all transmissions
• Firebase Security Rules for access control
• Automatic score validation
• Profanity filter in three languages

8.3 Reporting Security Issues

Please report security issues confidentially to support@sprintfall.de.

9. Liability and Warranty

9.1 Disclaimer

The App is provided "as is". We are liable only for intent and gross negligence. Excluded is liability for:

• Data loss due to device defects
• Incompatibility with certain devices
• Server failures or network problems
• Loss of virtual goods

9.2 Force Majeure

No liability in case of force majeure, particularly:

• Natural disasters
• Third-party cyber attacks
• Government orders
• Pandemic-related restrictions

10. Sanctions and Blocking

10.1 Immediate Measures

For violations, we may:

• Delete leaderboard entries
• Reset player names
• Disable cloud backup function
• Completely block access to the App

10.2 Reasons for Blocking

• Cheating or manipulation
• Repeated violations of name rules
• Technical attacks on our servers
• Abuse of backup function

10.3 Appeal

Appeal within 14 days to support@sprintfall.de with justification.

11. Termination

11.1 Termination by You

• At any time by uninstalling the App
• Delete all data via "Settings" > "Delete Game Data"
• Disable leaderboard participation

11.2 Termination by Us

• Without notice for serious violations
• With 30 days notice if discontinuing App operation

11.3 Consequences

After termination:

• No more access to online features
• Automatic deletion of leaderboard entries after 12 months
• No refund for virtual goods

12. Updates and Changes

12.1 App Updates

• Regular updates via App Stores
• New features and bug fixes
• Compatibility with new OS versions

12.2 Terms Changes

• Notification via in-app message
• 30-day objection period for material changes
• Continued use constitutes acceptance

13. Final Provisions

13.1 Applicable Law

German law applies, excluding the UN Convention on Contracts for the International Sale of Goods.

13.2 Jurisdiction

Jurisdiction is Bayreuth, Germany (for entrepreneurs).

13.3 Severability Clause

If individual provisions are invalid, the remaining provisions remain valid.

13.4 Dispute Resolution

The EU Commission provides a platform for online dispute resolution: https://ec.europa.eu/consumers/odr

We are not obligated to participate in dispute resolution proceedings before consumer arbitration boards.

14. Support and Contact

14.1 Support Channels

Email: support@sprintfall.de
Response Time: 2-7 business days
Languages: German, English

14.2 Bug Reports

Please provide:

• Device model and OS version
• App version (current 2.1.1)
• Exact error description
• Steps to reproduce
• Screenshots (optional)

14.3 Feature Requests

Suggestions for improvement are welcome! No guarantee of implementation.