Legal & Terms

Please read these terms carefully before using Pachinko. By accessing or using our platform, you agree to be bound by these terms.

Important Disclaimers

⚠️ Risk Warning

Cryptocurrency and blockchain gaming involve significant risk:

• You may lose some or all of your investment
• Token prices can be highly volatile
• Smart contracts may contain bugs or vulnerabilities
• Regulatory landscapes are uncertain and evolving
• Past performance does not guarantee future results

Only invest what you can afford to lose.

🚫 Not Financial Advice

• Nothing on this platform constitutes financial, investment, legal, or tax advice
• We are not financial advisors
• Do your own research (DYOR)
• Consult qualified professionals before making investment decisions
• We make no guarantees about future performance

🎰 Gambling Risks

• Pachinko games involve chance and risk
• The house/platform always has mathematical advantages in PvE games
• Gambling can be addictive
• Set limits and play responsibly
• Seek help if gambling becomes a problem

Terms of Service

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing Pachinko, you agree to:

• These Terms of Service
• Our Privacy Policy [EDIT: Link]
• All applicable laws and regulations
• Risk disclosures herein

If you disagree with any part, do not use the platform.

2. Eligibility

You must:

• Be at least 18 years old (or legal gambling age in your jurisdiction)
• Be legally permitted to participate in blockchain gaming
• Not be a resident of restricted jurisdictions (see below)
• Not be using VPNs to circumvent restrictions
• Not be on any sanctions lists

You must not:

• Be under legal gambling age
• Reside in prohibited jurisdictions
• Use the platform for illegal purposes
• Attempt to manipulate or exploit the platform

3. Restricted Jurisdictions

[EDIT: Define your restrictions]

Pachinko is not available to residents of:

• United States [if applicable]
• [EDIT: List other restricted countries/regions]
• Any jurisdiction where blockchain gaming is prohibited

Circumvention Prohibited: Using VPNs or other tools to bypass geographic restrictions violates these terms and may result in:

• Account termination
• Forfeiture of funds
• Legal action

4. User Responsibilities

You are responsible for:

• Securing your wallet and private keys
• All transactions from your wallet
• Paying applicable taxes
• Complying with local laws
• Understanding game rules and odds
• Managing your own risk

We are not responsible for:

• Lost private keys or recovery phrases
• Unauthorized access to your wallet
• Third-party wallet issues
• Your tax obligations
• Losses from gameplay
• Technical issues beyond our control

5. Platform Usage

Permitted Use:

• Personal, non-commercial gaming
• Following all game rules
• Respectful community interaction
• Honest gameplay

Prohibited Activities:

• Cheating or exploiting bugs
• Market manipulation
• Bot/automation usage (unless explicitly allowed)
• Harassment or abusive behavior
• Money laundering or illegal funding
• Circumventing security measures
• Impersonating others
• Selling accounts [if applicable]

6. Game Rules & Fairness

Platform Commitments:

• Games operate as documented
• Random outcomes via verifiable RNG
• Transparent fee structures
• Onchain settlement

No Guarantees:

• We cannot guarantee specific outcomes
• We don't control market conditions
• We cannot prevent all technical issues
• Platform uptime is best-effort

Dispute Resolution:

• All outcomes are final when confirmed onchain
• Smart contract execution is authoritative
• Disputes handled case-by-case
• [EDIT: Arbitration process if any]

7. Intellectual Property

Our Property:

• Pachinko brand, logos, design
• Game mechanics and code
• Documentation and content
• Trademarks and patents [if applicable]

Your Rights:

• Personal use only
• No commercial exploitation
• No unauthorized copying
• Attribution required for any sharing

User Content: [EDIT: If users can post content]

• You retain ownership
• You grant us license to use
• You're responsible for legality

8. Modifications

We reserve the right to:

• Update these terms at any time
• Modify game parameters (with notice)
• Add or remove features
• Pause operations for maintenance
• Discontinue the platform [with notice]

Notice:

• Material changes announced via [EDIT: Discord/Email/etc.]
• Continued use after changes = acceptance
• Check terms regularly for updates

9. Liability Limitations

To the maximum extent permitted by law:

We are not liable for:

• Smart contract bugs or vulnerabilities
• Loss of funds due to user error
• Third-party service failures (wallets, RPCs, etc.)
• Market volatility or token price changes
• Regulatory actions
• Force majeure events
• Consequential or indirect damages

Liability Cap: [EDIT: Your jurisdiction's requirements]

• Our total liability limited to [amount/timeframe]
• Class action waiver [if applicable in your jurisdiction]

10. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Pachinko, its team, and partners from:

• Your violation of these terms
• Your violation of laws
• Your use of the platform
• Claims by third parties related to your conduct
• Tax liabilities arising from your activity

11. Termination

We may terminate or suspend access if:

• You violate these terms
• We're legally required to do so
• You engage in prohibited activities
• Suspicious or fraudulent activity detected

Effects of Termination:

• Immediate access loss
• [EDIT: What happens to user funds?]
• No refunds for voluntary termination
• Certain provisions survive termination

12. Governing Law

[EDIT: Crucial - get legal advice for your jurisdiction]

These terms are governed by:

• Laws of [Jurisdiction]
• Without regard to conflict of law principles
• [EDIT: Arbitration clause if applicable]
• [EDIT: Venue/jurisdiction for disputes]

Privacy Policy Summary

[EDIT: Consult lawyer for full policy]

Data Collection

We collect:

• Wallet addresses (public information)
• Transaction data (on-chain, public)
• [EDIT: Basic analytics if any]

We do NOT collect:

• Private keys or recovery phrases
• Personal identifying information
• Email addresses (unless you contact us)
• Payment card information

Data Usage

We use data to:

• Facilitate platform functionality
• Improve user experience
• Detect fraud and abuse
• Comply with legal requirements

Data Sharing

We do not sell or share your data except:

• As required by law
• With service providers (under NDA)
• In anonymized, aggregated form

Data Rights

[EDIT: Based on applicable privacy laws - GDPR, CCPA, etc.]

• Right to access your data
• Right to deletion (where possible)
• Right to correction
• Right to data portability

Contact: [EDIT: privacy@]

Full Privacy Policy: [EDIT: Link]

Cookie Policy

[EDIT: If applicable]

We use cookies for:

• Essential platform functionality
• [EDIT: Analytics if any]
• User preferences

You can:

• Disable non-essential cookies
• Clear cookies anytime
• Use platform with essential cookies only

Compliance

KYC/AML

[EDIT: Your compliance approach]

Current Policy:

• No KYC required for platform use
• [EDIT: Or describe your KYC requirements]
• We reserve right to implement KYC if legally required
• Suspicious activity may trigger verification

Sanctions Compliance

We comply with international sanctions:

• OFAC (US)
• EU sanctions lists
• UN sanctions
• [EDIT: Other applicable sanctions]

Screening:

• [EDIT: How you screen if at all]
• Prohibited users will be blocked
• Circumvention results in termination

Tax Reporting

[EDIT: Your tax reporting obligations]

User Responsibility:

• You're responsible for all tax obligations
• Cryptocurrency gains may be taxable
• Consult tax professional in your jurisdiction
• Keep records of all transactions

Platform Reporting:

• [EDIT: Do you report to any tax authorities?]
• [EDIT: Any 1099 or equivalent forms?]

Responsible Gaming

Our Commitment

• Transparent odds and mechanics
• Reality checks [EDIT: If implemented]
• Self-exclusion options [EDIT: If implemented]
• Links to gambling addiction resources

Resources

If you or someone you know has a gambling problem:

International:

• Gamblers Anonymous: www.gamblersanonymous.org
• National Council on Problem Gambling: www.ncpgambling.org

[EDIT: Add region-specific resources]

Self-Exclusion

[EDIT: If you implement this]

• Contact [email] to request exclusion
• Minimum period: [timeframe]
• We'll block your wallet address
• Circumvention violates terms

Platform Disclaimers

Smart Contract Risks

• Smart contracts are complex and may contain bugs
• Audits reduce but don't eliminate risk
• Contract code is provided "as is"
• Blockchain transactions are irreversible

No Warranty

The platform is provided "AS IS" without warranties of any kind:

• No guarantee of uptime or availability
• No guarantee of profitability
• No warranty of merchantability
• No warranty of fitness for purpose

Token Disclaimers

PACHI token:

• Is not a security or investment
• Has no guaranteed value
• May lose all value
• Is not redeemable for fiat
• Is not backed by any assets

[EDIT: Required disclosures for your jurisdiction]

Updates to Legal Terms

Last Updated: [EDIT: Date]

Version: [EDIT: Version number]

Changes Log: [EDIT: Maintain changelog]

• [Date]: Initial publication
• [Date]: [Description of changes]

How We Notify:

• Platform banner for material changes
• [EDIT: Discord announcement]
• Email to registered users [if applicable]
• Updated "Last Modified" date

Contact Information

Legal Inquiries

Email: legal@pachinko.fun
Address: [EDIT: Registered business address if applicable]

General Support

Email: support@pachinko.fun
Discord: #general

Takedown Requests (DMCA)

[EDIT: If applicable] Email: dmca@pachinko.fun

Severability

If any provision of these terms is found unenforceable:

• That provision will be modified to be enforceable
• Or severed if modification impossible
• Remaining provisions remain in full effect

Entire Agreement

These terms, along with:

• Privacy Policy
• Game-specific rules
• Platform announcements

Constitute the entire agreement between you and Pachinko.

Questions?

Not sure about something?

• Read our FAQ
• Ask in #general
• Email support@pachinko.fun

Need legal advice?

• We cannot provide legal advice
• Consult a qualified attorney
• Especially for tax, regulatory, or compliance questions

By using Pachinko, you acknowledge:

• You've read and understood these terms
• You accept all risks involved
• You're eligible to use the platform
• You'll comply with all applicable laws