Terms of Service

February 4th, 2014. Version 1

In using this website or related websites, or the NationStates++ browser extension, you are deemed to have read and agreed to the following Terms of Service:

The following terminology applies to these Terms of Service, Privacy Statement and Disclaimer Notice: “You” and “Your” refers to you, the person using these websites and accepting NationStates++’s Terms of Service. “Ourselves” “We” and “Us” refers to NationStates++.

Privacy Statement

We are committed to protecting your privacy. Authorized staff of NationStates++ only use information collected from individual users. We constantly review our systems and data to ensure the best possible service to our users. NationStates++ operates under various laws imposed by the United States for unauthorized actions against computer systems and data. We will investigate any such actions and take appropriate action against those responsible for any data misuse.

Confidentiality

We will not sell, share or rent your personal information to any third party or use any of your personal information for unsolicited contact. Any emails sent by NationStates++ will only be in connection with matters of great importance.

Disclaimer

Exclusions and Limitations

The information on this web site and its related sites is provided on an “as-is” basis. To the fullest extent permitted by law, NationStates++:

• Excludes all representations and warranties relating to this website and its contents or which is or may be provided by any affiliates or any other third party, including in relation to any inaccuracies or omissions in this website and/or NationStates++ literature; and
• Excludes all liability for damages arising out of or in connection with your use of this website. This includes, without limitation: direct loss, damage caused to your computer, computer software, systems and programs and the data thereon or any other direct or indirect, consequential or incidental damages.

Log Files

We may use IP addresses to analyse trends, administer the site, track user’s movements and gather broad demographic information for aggregate use. IP addresses are not linked to personally identifiable information. Additionally, for systems administration, detecting usage patterns or troubleshooting problems, our web servers automatically log standard access information including browser type, access times, URL requested, and referral URL. This information is not shared with third parties. Any individually identifiable information related to this data will never be used in any way different to that stated above without your explicit permission.

Cookies

Like most interactive websites, NationStates++ uses cookies for the purposes of anonymous user analytic, including third-party services, such as Google Analytics.

Copyright Notice

Copyright and other relevant intellectual property rights in relation to NationStates++ are covered by the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) License. In respect of the website, normal copyright and intellectual property rights apply to all text relating to NationStates++’s services.

Waiver

Failure of either Party to insist upon the strict performance of any provision of this or any Agreement or the failure of either Party to exercise any right or remedy to which it, he or they are entitled hereunder shall not cause a diminution of the obligations under this or any Agreement. No waiver of the provisions of this or any Agreement shall be effective unless it is expressly stated to be such and agreed by both Parties.

General

The laws of the United States of America govern these Terms of Service.

These Terms of Service form part of the Agreement between you and ourselves. Your accessing of this website and the use of the services it provides indicates your understanding, agreement to and acceptance of the Disclaimer Notice and the full Terms of Service contained herein.