General Terms and Conditions
General Terms and Conditions
Scope
These General Terms and Conditions regulate the terms relating to services provided in an online environment. Within this scope, the websites accessed through the domain names https://www.battleofsea.com and https://www.gamepatron.net, the games and content available on these websites, as well as the games published via application stores and other online services are within the scope of this text. The services offered include, by way of example; downloading and installing games, accessing and participating in games, creating a user account, participating in forums/similar community areas, uploading media content such as photos, text or game content, and purchasing virtual products and/or other services. Persons who benefit from these services and everyone who uses the websites shall be referred to as the “User” in this text. These General Terms and Conditions (hereinafter referred to as the “GTC”) apply to the games belonging to Gamepatron Bilişim Sanayi ve Ticaret Limited Şirketi (“Gamepatron”) and all online services related to these games. Where the expressions “Games” and/or “Services” are used within the GTC, this shall mean the games provided by Gamepatron and the online services related to these games. In terms of the legal relationship between Gamepatron and the User, the provisions of these GTC shall apply together with the data protection policy and the imprint provisions, which constitute an integral part of the GTC.
These GTC do not cover technical disruptions arising from the use of the website and games that are outside Gamepatron’s control. This includes; the hardware and devices used by the User (e.g., personal computer, mobile phone, tablet, etc.), third-party platforms/stores or software (e.g., Google Play, App Store, Windows Store), the internet connection through which the User accesses the services, and similar infrastructure-related issues. Because such elements are not provided or managed by Gamepatron.
1 User
1.1. In order to benefit from Gamepatron services or create an account, it is necessary to have reached the age of 18. Even if the User has reached the age of 18, if they are still not considered “of legal age/adult” under the legislation of the country in which they reside, it is mandatory for one of their parents (or another person who is their legal representative/guardian) to read and approve this agreement on behalf of the user. The User may not create an account on behalf of a legal entity or for a commercial purpose; may not use the account in this manner and may not benefit from any Gamepatron service within this scope. The User accepts that their declarations regarding their age are accurate and that they are personally responsible for any consequences that may arise due to false or incomplete declarations. Gamepatron may request additional information/documents for the purpose of age verification where deemed necessary and may partially or completely restrict the account until the verification is completed.
1.2. Gamepatron makes its games and related services available to users. It is prohibited to use the games and services for any purpose other than personal entertainment; in particular, use for profit-making or any commercial purpose is not accepted.
1.3. The User accepts that, even if there is a provision to the contrary in this agreement; they have no ownership right over the user account, that all rights related to the account belong exclusively to Gamepatron, and that these rights shall arise and continue in all circumstances in favor of Gamepatron.
2 Subject of the Agreement, Use, Modification and Termination of the Games and Services
2.1. Gamepatron provides users with the opportunity to access and use the games and services to the extent permitted by its current technical infrastructure and operating conditions.
2.2. Gamepatron grants a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable and revocable permission to use (license) the Gamepatron Services solely for personal, non-commercial and entertainment purposes, and only on the condition that the User fully complies with the provisions of this Agreement. Unless expressly permitted otherwise in a written document signed by Gamepatron, none of the Gamepatron Services, nor any of the intellectual property rights of the Gamepatron Services, including any computer code related to the Gamepatron Services, may be sold, copied/reproduced, exchanged, lent, reverse engineered, converted into source code or used to derive source code, translated, rented, pledged/used as security, assigned/transferred, published, distributed, or otherwise made available to third parties by any method. In addition, the User acknowledges that the intellectual property rights of all elements related to the Games and/or Services, including graphics, sounds, texts, interface, database, characters, designs, trademarks and logos, belong to Gamepatron or the relevant right holders, and that the User is granted only a limited license to use within the scope of this agreement. Without Gamepatron’s written permission, it is prohibited to create a copy of the game, modify it, create mods for it, emulate it, set up a private server, or develop a similar/clone of the game.
2.3. The User has no right to request that the games or services be maintained exactly in the version existing on the date the agreement is concluded, nor to request that current versions be updated, and Gamepatron has no obligation to update the current versions. Gamepatron reserves the right to discontinue the operation of any game, service or server at any time without stating any reason. In this case, the User may not claim a refund for any amounts previously paid. However, if the User has the right to terminate the agreement with immediate effect due to the games and/or services becoming unusable, this right shall remain valid independently of this provision.
2.4. Gamepatron has the right, at any time and for any reason (or without stating any reason), with or without prior notice to the user, to partially or completely delete, modify, move, remove from publication, or transfer the game content, including virtual items and in-app purchases. In this context, Gamepatron shall not incur any liability to the User under any name. Gamepatron does not attribute any value, in cash or otherwise, to the data located on servers operated by or under its control, including any content assigned to the User’s account, and declares that it provides no guarantee that such data has any “value” and rejects in advance any and all liability that may arise in this regard.
3 Attitude, Conduct and Game Rules
3.1. It is strictly prohibited to use general/technical errors or software vulnerabilities (bug, exploit, etc.) in the games for the purpose of gaining benefit. Any detected errors, vulnerabilities or malfunctions must be reported without delay via [email protected]. Users are obliged to comply with the rules set out below. In case of a violation of the rules, in order to protect the security, integrity and continuity of the services, the right is reserved to apply appropriate disciplinary measures (including warning, restriction, temporary suspension, permanent ban, termination and/or deletion of the account), with or without prior notice to the user. Gamepatron cannot be held liable in any way due to such violations and/or measures taken. If the user is banned/suspended, Gamepatron cannot be held liable for any direct or indirect material and/or moral damages arising from the user’s inability to participate in the services during the ban period.
3.2. As a rule, the User may participate in the games provided by Gamepatron with only one account. It is prohibited for a user to have multiple accounts, to use multiple accounts, or to act jointly in a coordinated manner with other users (including “pushing”).
3.3. It is prohibited to use software and methods that affect the normal functioning of the game or provide an unfair advantage. This includes; cheat software (cheat), speed hack, bots, macros, scripts, etc. used to control games or individual game functions systematically/automatically, as well as software and interventions aimed at modifying the games, game components or content offered within the scope of the services.
3.4. It is prohibited to impersonate any person, business or institution, including game employees; and to communicate in a misleading manner that creates the impression that any communication is coming from Gamepatron.
3.5. It is prohibited to share personal information within the game that may reveal the identity of the user or other users and/or to publish content of this nature.
3.6. It is prohibited to verbally harass game officials or other users in the game or via e-mail; to swear, threaten, insult; to use slang or provocative expressions; to make derogatory statements about the game, Gamepatron and/or officials; and to use expressions that may provoke/denigrate other users.
3.7. It is prohibited to transmit, publish or communicate any content and language use that is illegal, harmful, threatening, abusive, harassing, defamatory, degrading, rude, obscene, sexually explicit; discriminatory on the grounds of race, ethnic origin, religion, sect, gender, sexual orientation or similar grounds; or otherwise disturbing/inappropriate for ethical or any other reason.
3.8. It is prohibited for users to buy and sell, exchange, transfer, rent or otherwise subject Gamepatron user accounts to similar transactions among themselves or with third parties.
3.9. It is prohibited to engage in any act aimed at defrauding, misleading or obtaining unfair benefit from another user in the game, including spam, phishing, social engineering or similar methods.
3.10. After the User purchases a virtual game item through application stores or the in-game store, it is prohibited to cancel this payment, initiate a chargeback, or request a refund through application stores, banks, or different institutions/platforms outside the game. In such a case, the User agrees to compensate in full any material and moral damages, expenses and third-party claims that Gamepatron may incur (including commissions, transaction fees, objection/chargeback costs).
3.11. It is prohibited to use a username, clan/fleet name or similar names that create the impression of being a game officer/official; or that contain profanity, insults, provocation, defamation, rude expressions, religious/political content, racism, or are otherwise disturbing/inappropriate for any reason.
3.12. It is prohibited to cause, facilitate, encourage or direct others to violate these Attitude, Conduct and Game Rules or the provisions of this agreement.
3.13. In order to gain an in-game advantage, it is prohibited to carry out or offer transactions such as account development, providing/receiving “boost” services, ranking/score/reward manipulation, or mission/event completion services in exchange for real money or any benefit outside the game.
3.14. It is prohibited to sell, purchase, mediate, advertise or direct the sale/purchase of in-game currency, virtual items, accounts, characters, fleet/clan membership, authority or similar digital elements for real money by any method not approved by Gamepatron (RMT).
3.15. It is prohibited to advertise in in-game or game-related communication channels (chat, forum, naming fields, profile descriptions, etc.); to share commercial promotional content; to direct users to platforms outside the game via links/QR/contact information; or to spam for this purpose.
3.16. It is prohibited to attempt to bypass regional restrictions, manipulate pricing/store conditions, gain an unfair advantage, or bypass account security controls by using VPN, proxy, DNS redirection or similar methods.
3.17. It is prohibited to interfere with the server, client or network traffic by manipulating packets/requests, attempting to create latency (lag) advantage, intentionally disrupting the connection, slowing down the service, or attempting to disable the service (including DDoS).
3.18. Any attempt to disable, bypass or render ineffective the game client, update system, anti-cheat/protection mechanisms or identity verification processes is prohibited.
3.19. It is prohibited to run resource/reward/collection/earning processes in the game through non-human methods, including bots, macros, scripts or automation, or to engage in similar automation activities. Gamepatron may, in order to ensure the security of the Game, protect fair play, and detect, prevent, and investigate bots, macros, scripts, automation tools, unauthorized third-party software, and similar cheating methods, apply certain technical and security controls while the Game client is running, within the framework of the applicable data protection policy and privacy terms. By accepting this Agreement, the User acknowledges and agrees that such controls may be carried out solely for the purposes of security, auditing, investigation, cheat detection, prevention of misuse, and enforcement of the terms of service.
3.20. It is prohibited to share, publish, sell or announce the game’s errors/vulnerabilities (bug/exploit) to third parties on social media or to explain how such vulnerabilities can be used. Bug/vulnerability reports must be made only via [email protected].
3.21. It is prohibited to access another user’s account without authorization, attempt to access it, attempt to seize passwords/accounts, or use third parties’ accounts. The User accepts that they are responsible for the security of their account and all transactions performed through the account.
3.22. It is prohibited to engage in behavior aimed at collecting personal data in any in-game/out-of-game communication channel; to force users to share identity/payment information; or to use deceptive/persuasive methods in this direction.
3.23. It is prohibited to create fake accounts, set up multi-device/multi-account arrangements, use exploits/automation or resort to unlawful methods in order to benefit unfairly from in-game events, rewards, promotions or campaigns.
3.24. Without Gamepatron’s written approval, it is prohibited to automatically collect (scrape) game-related content (visual, audio, text, guide, data, etc.), perform data mining, or carry out systematic queries that would increase the load on the game/service.
3.25. It is prohibited to open a new account, return by changing device/account, access through third parties, or use any method aimed at circumventing the disciplinary measures imposed by Gamepatron in order to bypass them.
3.26. The User is obliged to ensure that their in-game behavior, content sharing and communications comply with these rules. Gamepatron reserves the right, where deemed necessary, to collect evidence, review records and make evaluations depending on the nature of the violation; and to apply measures gradually or directly.
3.27. The User accepts that the forum/community rules published at https://forum.battleofsea.com/tr/thread-1 constitute an integral part of this agreement; that these rules may be updated from time to time by Gamepatron; and that the user is obliged to follow and comply with these rules in their updated form. In case of non-compliance with these rules, the disciplinary measures set out in this section may be applied.
3.28. The User accepts that the information provided in the forum announcement areas (including announcement headings) will be taken into account for the implementation of the game rules and the provision of the services; and that it is their responsibility to follow these announcements.
4 Offer of Agreement and Acceptance of the Agreement
4.1. This agreement between Gamepatron and the User shall enter into force upon Gamepatron’s acceptance of the User’s membership/account creation application and the User’s completion of the membership procedures. Acceptance may be made by an explicit declaration or may also occur through Gamepatron’s first act of performance (in particular, the provision of the Games or Services, granting access, or allowing the start of use).
4.2. By submitting their application and starting to use the Games and/or Services, the User shall be deemed to have declared that they have read, understood and accepted these General Terms and Conditions (“GTC”). This acceptance shall be valid and binding for each login performed within the scope of the Services, each use of the games and/or any other use of the services.
4.3. Gamepatron reserves the right to amend, update, add to or correct these GTC at any time when deemed necessary. Changes may be made for reasons such as legislation, security, technical necessities, improving service quality or operational requirements.
4.4. In the event of changes to the GTC, Gamepatron shall also remind the User of the possibilities to reject the changes and terminate the agreement. The User’s continued use of the Games and/or Services after the effective date of the changes may mean that the User accepts the changes.
4.5. In cases not expressly regulated in these GTC, Gamepatron reserves the right to make evaluations and take decisions and implement them in an equitable manner in order to protect the nature, security and fair use of the game/service.
4.6. Gamepatron reserves the right, within the scope of security and legal obligations, to request additional information/documents regarding identity verification, age verification or account security, and to temporarily restrict the account until such verification is completed.
4.7. During the establishment of the agreement and the provision of the services, Gamepatron reserves the right to reject the application or not to commence providing the service due to technical issues, security suspicions, risk of misuse, or compliance with legislation.
4.8. The User accepts that, for the entry into force of this agreement and the provision of the services, Gamepatron may make such system notifications as it deems necessary (in-app notification, e-mail, forum announcement, etc.). These notifications may include mandatory information such as security, account transactions, service updates and changes to the agreement.
4.9. The User accepts that they can always access the current version of these GTC through the website and that it is their responsibility to regularly review the GTC.
4.10. The User accepts that, within the scope of this agreement, game rules, security notices and service announcements, Gamepatron may provide information through the website, in-game notifications, in-app announcements and forum announcements (including announcement/announcement headings).
4.11. The User accepts that it is their responsibility to regularly follow the notices published on the website and the forum (including announcement areas), that announcements made through these channels may be deemed as notifications, and that the claim “I did not see/read it” shall not eliminate their obligations under this agreement.
5 Deficiencies
5.1. Gamepatron provides the User with access to the Games and Services through the current and/or most up-to-date version of the relevant product/service. The User may not request that the scope of a particular version/state of the game or service be maintained or provided as is; nor may the User request any obligation/performance from Gamepatron by claiming that any feature, content or function constitutes a “deficiency,” or demand that features deemed missing by the User be added or remedied. Gamepatron may make changes to content, features and functions in line with the development of the services and operational requirements.
5.2. The Games and Services may from time to time be partially or completely interrupted due to maintenance, updates, technical failures, cyber security measures, capacity management or force majeure. Gamepatron will try to announce such interruptions in advance where possible; however, prior notice may not be provided in urgent cases.
5.3. Gamepatron does not guarantee that the Games and Services will operate compatibly with every device, operating system, hardware, browser or internet connection. The responsibility to provide the technical conditions required to access the services belongs to the User.
5.4. Features offered as beta, test, early access or “experimental” may contain errors and may be changed or removed. Gamepatron’s liability regarding the content/features offered within this scope is limited to the extent permitted by the applicable legislation.
5.5. The User accepts that they may not have an expectation that every technical issue that arises in the game/services will be resolved immediately, that every feature requested will be added, or that every feedback will be implemented. Gamepatron may evaluate feedback; however, it reserves discretion regarding implementation/adaptation.
5.6. The User accepts that, due to the nature of the services, elements such as balance, economy, matchmaking, map/event layout, reward structures, in-game item properties and similar elements may change over time, and that such changes alone cannot be considered a “deficiency” or “defect.”
6 Virtual Items and In-App Purchases
6.1. As a rule, Gamepatron may offer the Games and Services free of charge. However, within the scope of the gameplay experience, the User may be granted, for a fee, the right to access various digital/virtual in-game items associated with the User’s account (e.g., virtual in-game currency, cosmetic ship designs, boosters, memberships/packages, etc.). The virtual items offered may, depending on their nature, be a single product, a package, or a time-limited right of use.
6.2. Virtual items may be sold in packages or may be provided to the user free of charge under certain conditions. Pricing may vary depending on the amount purchased, the platform through which the sale is made (application store/in-game store, etc.), campaigns, and the country/region where the purchase is made. Gamepatron reserves the right to update, arrange or change prices and/or package contents at any time; no separate notification is required for such changes. However, in mandatory cases, the notification rules of the relevant platform may apply.
6.3. Virtual items may be changed, updated, rebalanced, differentiated or removed by Gamepatron even after purchase within the scope of game balance, technical requirements, security, compliance with legislation or operational needs. The User accepts that such changes alone shall not give rise to any right to request a refund/price reimbursement.
6.4. By purchasing virtual items, the User does not acquire any ownership right; the User only obtains a limited right of use to use the relevant virtual item within the framework of this agreement and the game rules. Virtual items cannot be converted into cash, cannot be sold for real money, cannot be transferred, cannot be exchanged (unless explicitly permitted within the game), and have no monetary value outside the game. No refund may be requested due to virtual items, except in cases required by mandatory legislation.
6.5. The right of use regarding virtual items begins upon completion of the payment transaction, and the service shall be deemed to have been performed once the purchased item/transaction is activated in the User’s account (delivery/activation). The User accepts that they request the immediate performance of the digital content/service and that, after activation, the right of withdrawal/cancellation may be limited or cease, without prejudice to the exceptions required by the relevant legislation.
6.6. The User accepts that, even if they have paid a fee in exchange for virtual items, they may not claim any right over the purchased products and the accumulated/earned game content other than the right of use specified in this agreement. In cases where the account is terminated, suspended, expires, or Gamepatron services are fully/partially discontinued, it is possible for game content and/or virtual items to be deleted, modified, their value/balance to change, or to become unusable.
6.7. The User is personally responsible for ensuring account security (passwords, access information, device security, etc.). In the event that virtual items or game content are lost/damaged due to unauthorized access, account takeover, data loss, cheating/third-party interventions or similar reasons, Gamepatron’s liability is limited to the extent permitted by the applicable legislation. Gamepatron may provide support within reasonable limits; however, this cannot be interpreted as an obligation to restore or compensate content in every case.
6.8. Payment/refund processes carried out through the platform where in-app purchases are made (Google Play, App Store, etc.) are also subject to the rules of the relevant platform. The User accepts that if they abuse cancellation/refund/chargeback processes in violation of platform rules, their account may be restricted and Gamepatron may claim damages incurred.
7 Obligations
7.1. Gamepatron may, at any time, partially or fully, assign, transfer or convey this agreement and/or the games and services it owns, and the rights and obligations related thereto, to any natural or legal person, with or without obtaining the User’s consent. The User, however, may not assign or transfer this agreement and/or the rights and obligations arising from the agreement without Gamepatron’s written consent.
7.2. Gamepatron is not responsible for any malfunction, damage, data loss, performance degradation, incompatibility, security breach or similar damages that may occur on the computer, mobile device or other hardware/device used by the User to access the games and services. The obligation to take measures such as device security, updates, backup, and virus/malware protection belongs to the User.
7.3. The User is obliged to comply with all provisions of this agreement, in particular Article 3, as well as the game rules, community/forum rules, and the announcements/warnings and instructions made by Gamepatron. If the User violates these obligations, Gamepatron has the right to immediately restrict/block access to the services, temporarily suspend the account, impose a permanent ban, terminate the agreement, and apply other disciplinary measures it deems necessary. Such measures may be applied without granting a prior period depending on the nature of the violation.
7.4. The User accepts and undertakes to keep their account information (login information, username, password, verification codes, etc.) confidential, not to share it with third parties, and to ensure the security of their account. All transactions carried out using the User’s credentials may be deemed to have been carried out by the User. Gamepatron reserves the right to take measures such as resetting passwords, terminating sessions, restricting access and similar measures for security reasons. The User is responsible for all use and results arising from the use of their account.
7.5. The User is responsible for the accuracy and up-to-dateness of the account data declared during registration. For reasons of security and account integrity, the User’s registered e-mail address cannot be changed afterwards; loss of access to the registered e-mail address, closure/non-functioning of the e-mail account or similar situations are the User’s responsibility. Gamepatron reserves the right not to accept any request to change the e-mail address under any circumstances.
7.6. The User is obliged to compensate all damages suffered by Gamepatron due to the User’s actions, violations or fault contrary to this agreement and/or the game rules. The User agrees to indemnify and hold Gamepatron harmless against any claims and compensation demands that third parties may direct to Gamepatron due to the User’s actions or breaches of obligations, and to cover any damages, expenses and payments that Gamepatron may incur for this reason (including court costs and attorney’s fees).
7.7. The User accepts that this agreement and/or related rules may change over time and that it is their responsibility to follow such changes regularly. Gamepatron provides information in cases where mandatory notification is required; apart from this, the User’s claim “I was not informed” does not eliminate the User’s obligations.
7.8. If any provision of these General Terms and Conditions or the agreement becomes invalid or subsequently becomes invalid, this shall not affect the validity of the other provisions. In place of the invalid provision, it is aimed to apply a legally valid provision closest to the parties’ intent and the purpose of the regulation.
7.9. The User accepts that they will not allow third parties to use their account and that shared use, lending or sharing of the account is prohibited. If such use is detected, Gamepatron reserves the right to restrict/suspend the account due to security and misuse risks.
7.10. The User accepts that in-game purchases, virtual items, progress and similar data are linked to their own account; and since account transfer/assignment is not carried out (and is not allowed), it cannot be requested that such rights and records be transferred to another account.
8 Applicable Law and Competent Court
8.1. In disputes arising from this agreement, the law of the Republic of Türkiye shall apply exclusively, excluding the rules on conflict of laws.
8.2. In any dispute arising out of or in connection with this Agreement, the Courts and Enforcement Offices of Istanbul (Çağlayan) shall have jurisdiction.
8.3. If the User has the status of a consumer, the mandatory rules on jurisdiction and competence arising from the applicable legislation are reserved.
9 Limited Liability
9.1. The Games and Services are provided “as is” and “as available.” Gamepatron does not undertake that the Games/Services will be uninterrupted, error-free, secure, without delay, free of viruses, or always accessible.
9.2. Gamepatron cannot be held liable, except where required by mandatory legislation, for cases where the Games/Services partially or completely slow down, are interrupted or temporarily suspended due to maintenance, updates, technical failures, capacity management, third-party service providers (application stores, payment infrastructures, internet service providers, etc.), cyber security measures or force majeure.
9.3. To the maximum extent permitted by law, Gamepatron is not liable for any indirect or consequential damages, including indirect damages, loss of profit, loss of data, loss of reputation, loss of business/income, loss of opportunity, or failure to obtain the expected benefit.
9.4. The limitations set out in this article shall not apply with respect to liabilities arising from Gamepatron’s gross negligence or intent, or liabilities that cannot be limited under mandatory legislation.
10 Suspension, Termination of the Account and Consequences
10.1. In the event that the User acts contrary to this Agreement, the game rules, forum/community rules or the relevant legislation; or in the presence of cheating, misuse, security risk, suspicion of fraud, chargeback, suspicion of unauthorized access or any situation that endangers the integrity of the services, Gamepatron may apply any measures it deems necessary, including issuing a warning, restricting access, temporarily suspending the account, imposing a permanent ban and/or terminating the Agreement.
10.2. Depending on the nature of the violation, measures may be implemented without prior notice to the User. Gamepatron may inform the User where possible and necessary; however, this cannot be interpreted as an obligation.
10.3. In case of suspension or termination of the account, the User’s access to the Games/Services may be stopped, in-game progress, virtual items and other digital content (whether earned or purchased) may partially or completely become unusable and/or may be deleted. The User accepts that they cannot claim any refund, compensation or similar demand in such cases, without prejudice to the exceptions required by mandatory legislation.
10.4. After termination/ban/suspension of the User’s account, the User may not resort to methods such as opening a new account to circumvent the ban, accessing through third parties, returning by changing device/account or similar. If such attempts are made, Gamepatron may apply additional measures.
10.5. The User may request closure of their account at any time. In case of account closure/termination of access, no right may be claimed over game content and virtual items; this does not give rise to a right of refund.
11 User Content (UGC), License and Removal of Content
11.1. The User is exclusively responsible for the legality and accuracy of the content they share in all in-game/game-related areas (chat, forum, profile, username/fleet name, visual/text uploads, feedback, etc.) and for ensuring that such content does not violate third-party rights.
11.2. The User accepts that the content they share does not violate any rights, including copyright, trademark, personality rights, privacy and personal data legislation, and that they have obtained the necessary permissions. Otherwise, the User agrees to indemnify Gamepatron against all claims and demands that may arise and to compensate for any damages incurred.
11.3. With respect to the content the User uploads or shares on Gamepatron platforms, the User accepts that they grant Gamepatron a worldwide, free of charge, sublicensable, transferable license, without limitation of time or medium, to host, reproduce, process, adapt, publish, transmit, make available to the public, and use the content within the scope of promoting the services. This license covers the use of the content by Gamepatron solely for the purposes of providing, developing, moderating, securing and promoting the services.
11.4. Gamepatron has the right to remove, block access to, edit, remove from publication and/or impose sanctions on the User who shares the content, with or without giving any notice, for content that it deems unlawful, inappropriate or contrary to this Agreement.
11.5. Gamepatron is not obliged to pre-screen the User’s content; however, it may moderate and review records where deemed necessary.
12 Procedure for Notice of Infringement (Copyright/Trademark/Other Rights Infringements)
12.1. If the User or third parties believe that a copyright, trademark, personality right or another right has been infringed on the Games/Services, they may submit a written notice to [email protected].
12.2. The notice should include; (i) a clear description of the content subject to the infringement and, if possible, its link/screenshot, (ii) the basis of the allegedly infringed right, (iii) the name-surname/title and contact information of the right holder or authorized representative, and (iv) a statement regarding the accuracy of the declaration.
12.3. Gamepatron will evaluate notices within a reasonable time; if deemed necessary, it may remove the content, block access, or request additional information. Gamepatron’s evaluation and the measures it applies shall be deemed final to the extent permitted by the applicable legislation.
13 Force Majeure
13.1. In force majeure events beyond the control of the parties, such as natural disasters, war, uprising, terror, epidemic, public authority decisions, strike/lockout, internet infrastructure failures, cyber attacks, power outages and similar events, the performance of Gamepatron’s obligations under this Agreement may be temporarily suspended or delayed.
13.2. As long as the force majeure event continues, Gamepatron cannot be held liable for non-performance or delay.
E-mail: [email protected]
Scope
These General Terms and Conditions regulate the terms relating to services provided in an online environment. Within this scope, the websites accessed through the domain names https://www.battleofsea.com and https://www.gamepatron.net, the games and content available on these websites, as well as the games published via application stores and other online services are within the scope of this text. The services offered include, by way of example; downloading and installing games, accessing and participating in games, creating a user account, participating in forums/similar community areas, uploading media content such as photos, text or game content, and purchasing virtual products and/or other services. Persons who benefit from these services and everyone who uses the websites shall be referred to as the “User” in this text. These General Terms and Conditions (hereinafter referred to as the “GTC”) apply to the games belonging to Gamepatron Bilişim Sanayi ve Ticaret Limited Şirketi (“Gamepatron”) and all online services related to these games. Where the expressions “Games” and/or “Services” are used within the GTC, this shall mean the games provided by Gamepatron and the online services related to these games. In terms of the legal relationship between Gamepatron and the User, the provisions of these GTC shall apply together with the data protection policy and the imprint provisions, which constitute an integral part of the GTC.
These GTC do not cover technical disruptions arising from the use of the website and games that are outside Gamepatron’s control. This includes; the hardware and devices used by the User (e.g., personal computer, mobile phone, tablet, etc.), third-party platforms/stores or software (e.g., Google Play, App Store, Windows Store), the internet connection through which the User accesses the services, and similar infrastructure-related issues. Because such elements are not provided or managed by Gamepatron.
1 User
1.1. In order to benefit from Gamepatron services or create an account, it is necessary to have reached the age of 18. Even if the User has reached the age of 18, if they are still not considered “of legal age/adult” under the legislation of the country in which they reside, it is mandatory for one of their parents (or another person who is their legal representative/guardian) to read and approve this agreement on behalf of the user. The User may not create an account on behalf of a legal entity or for a commercial purpose; may not use the account in this manner and may not benefit from any Gamepatron service within this scope. The User accepts that their declarations regarding their age are accurate and that they are personally responsible for any consequences that may arise due to false or incomplete declarations. Gamepatron may request additional information/documents for the purpose of age verification where deemed necessary and may partially or completely restrict the account until the verification is completed.
1.2. Gamepatron makes its games and related services available to users. It is prohibited to use the games and services for any purpose other than personal entertainment; in particular, use for profit-making or any commercial purpose is not accepted.
1.3. The User accepts that, even if there is a provision to the contrary in this agreement; they have no ownership right over the user account, that all rights related to the account belong exclusively to Gamepatron, and that these rights shall arise and continue in all circumstances in favor of Gamepatron.
2 Subject of the Agreement, Use, Modification and Termination of the Games and Services
2.1. Gamepatron provides users with the opportunity to access and use the games and services to the extent permitted by its current technical infrastructure and operating conditions.
2.2. Gamepatron grants a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable and revocable permission to use (license) the Gamepatron Services solely for personal, non-commercial and entertainment purposes, and only on the condition that the User fully complies with the provisions of this Agreement. Unless expressly permitted otherwise in a written document signed by Gamepatron, none of the Gamepatron Services, nor any of the intellectual property rights of the Gamepatron Services, including any computer code related to the Gamepatron Services, may be sold, copied/reproduced, exchanged, lent, reverse engineered, converted into source code or used to derive source code, translated, rented, pledged/used as security, assigned/transferred, published, distributed, or otherwise made available to third parties by any method. In addition, the User acknowledges that the intellectual property rights of all elements related to the Games and/or Services, including graphics, sounds, texts, interface, database, characters, designs, trademarks and logos, belong to Gamepatron or the relevant right holders, and that the User is granted only a limited license to use within the scope of this agreement. Without Gamepatron’s written permission, it is prohibited to create a copy of the game, modify it, create mods for it, emulate it, set up a private server, or develop a similar/clone of the game.
2.3. The User has no right to request that the games or services be maintained exactly in the version existing on the date the agreement is concluded, nor to request that current versions be updated, and Gamepatron has no obligation to update the current versions. Gamepatron reserves the right to discontinue the operation of any game, service or server at any time without stating any reason. In this case, the User may not claim a refund for any amounts previously paid. However, if the User has the right to terminate the agreement with immediate effect due to the games and/or services becoming unusable, this right shall remain valid independently of this provision.
2.4. Gamepatron has the right, at any time and for any reason (or without stating any reason), with or without prior notice to the user, to partially or completely delete, modify, move, remove from publication, or transfer the game content, including virtual items and in-app purchases. In this context, Gamepatron shall not incur any liability to the User under any name. Gamepatron does not attribute any value, in cash or otherwise, to the data located on servers operated by or under its control, including any content assigned to the User’s account, and declares that it provides no guarantee that such data has any “value” and rejects in advance any and all liability that may arise in this regard.
3 Attitude, Conduct and Game Rules
3.1. It is strictly prohibited to use general/technical errors or software vulnerabilities (bug, exploit, etc.) in the games for the purpose of gaining benefit. Any detected errors, vulnerabilities or malfunctions must be reported without delay via [email protected]. Users are obliged to comply with the rules set out below. In case of a violation of the rules, in order to protect the security, integrity and continuity of the services, the right is reserved to apply appropriate disciplinary measures (including warning, restriction, temporary suspension, permanent ban, termination and/or deletion of the account), with or without prior notice to the user. Gamepatron cannot be held liable in any way due to such violations and/or measures taken. If the user is banned/suspended, Gamepatron cannot be held liable for any direct or indirect material and/or moral damages arising from the user’s inability to participate in the services during the ban period.
3.2. As a rule, the User may participate in the games provided by Gamepatron with only one account. It is prohibited for a user to have multiple accounts, to use multiple accounts, or to act jointly in a coordinated manner with other users (including “pushing”).
3.3. It is prohibited to use software and methods that affect the normal functioning of the game or provide an unfair advantage. This includes; cheat software (cheat), speed hack, bots, macros, scripts, etc. used to control games or individual game functions systematically/automatically, as well as software and interventions aimed at modifying the games, game components or content offered within the scope of the services.
3.4. It is prohibited to impersonate any person, business or institution, including game employees; and to communicate in a misleading manner that creates the impression that any communication is coming from Gamepatron.
3.5. It is prohibited to share personal information within the game that may reveal the identity of the user or other users and/or to publish content of this nature.
3.6. It is prohibited to verbally harass game officials or other users in the game or via e-mail; to swear, threaten, insult; to use slang or provocative expressions; to make derogatory statements about the game, Gamepatron and/or officials; and to use expressions that may provoke/denigrate other users.
3.7. It is prohibited to transmit, publish or communicate any content and language use that is illegal, harmful, threatening, abusive, harassing, defamatory, degrading, rude, obscene, sexually explicit; discriminatory on the grounds of race, ethnic origin, religion, sect, gender, sexual orientation or similar grounds; or otherwise disturbing/inappropriate for ethical or any other reason.
3.8. It is prohibited for users to buy and sell, exchange, transfer, rent or otherwise subject Gamepatron user accounts to similar transactions among themselves or with third parties.
3.9. It is prohibited to engage in any act aimed at defrauding, misleading or obtaining unfair benefit from another user in the game, including spam, phishing, social engineering or similar methods.
3.10. After the User purchases a virtual game item through application stores or the in-game store, it is prohibited to cancel this payment, initiate a chargeback, or request a refund through application stores, banks, or different institutions/platforms outside the game. In such a case, the User agrees to compensate in full any material and moral damages, expenses and third-party claims that Gamepatron may incur (including commissions, transaction fees, objection/chargeback costs).
3.11. It is prohibited to use a username, clan/fleet name or similar names that create the impression of being a game officer/official; or that contain profanity, insults, provocation, defamation, rude expressions, religious/political content, racism, or are otherwise disturbing/inappropriate for any reason.
3.12. It is prohibited to cause, facilitate, encourage or direct others to violate these Attitude, Conduct and Game Rules or the provisions of this agreement.
3.13. In order to gain an in-game advantage, it is prohibited to carry out or offer transactions such as account development, providing/receiving “boost” services, ranking/score/reward manipulation, or mission/event completion services in exchange for real money or any benefit outside the game.
3.14. It is prohibited to sell, purchase, mediate, advertise or direct the sale/purchase of in-game currency, virtual items, accounts, characters, fleet/clan membership, authority or similar digital elements for real money by any method not approved by Gamepatron (RMT).
3.15. It is prohibited to advertise in in-game or game-related communication channels (chat, forum, naming fields, profile descriptions, etc.); to share commercial promotional content; to direct users to platforms outside the game via links/QR/contact information; or to spam for this purpose.
3.16. It is prohibited to attempt to bypass regional restrictions, manipulate pricing/store conditions, gain an unfair advantage, or bypass account security controls by using VPN, proxy, DNS redirection or similar methods.
3.17. It is prohibited to interfere with the server, client or network traffic by manipulating packets/requests, attempting to create latency (lag) advantage, intentionally disrupting the connection, slowing down the service, or attempting to disable the service (including DDoS).
3.18. Any attempt to disable, bypass or render ineffective the game client, update system, anti-cheat/protection mechanisms or identity verification processes is prohibited.
3.19. It is prohibited to run resource/reward/collection/earning processes in the game through non-human methods, including bots, macros, scripts or automation, or to engage in similar automation activities. Gamepatron may, in order to ensure the security of the Game, protect fair play, and detect, prevent, and investigate bots, macros, scripts, automation tools, unauthorized third-party software, and similar cheating methods, apply certain technical and security controls while the Game client is running, within the framework of the applicable data protection policy and privacy terms. By accepting this Agreement, the User acknowledges and agrees that such controls may be carried out solely for the purposes of security, auditing, investigation, cheat detection, prevention of misuse, and enforcement of the terms of service.
3.20. It is prohibited to share, publish, sell or announce the game’s errors/vulnerabilities (bug/exploit) to third parties on social media or to explain how such vulnerabilities can be used. Bug/vulnerability reports must be made only via [email protected].
3.21. It is prohibited to access another user’s account without authorization, attempt to access it, attempt to seize passwords/accounts, or use third parties’ accounts. The User accepts that they are responsible for the security of their account and all transactions performed through the account.
3.22. It is prohibited to engage in behavior aimed at collecting personal data in any in-game/out-of-game communication channel; to force users to share identity/payment information; or to use deceptive/persuasive methods in this direction.
3.23. It is prohibited to create fake accounts, set up multi-device/multi-account arrangements, use exploits/automation or resort to unlawful methods in order to benefit unfairly from in-game events, rewards, promotions or campaigns.
3.24. Without Gamepatron’s written approval, it is prohibited to automatically collect (scrape) game-related content (visual, audio, text, guide, data, etc.), perform data mining, or carry out systematic queries that would increase the load on the game/service.
3.25. It is prohibited to open a new account, return by changing device/account, access through third parties, or use any method aimed at circumventing the disciplinary measures imposed by Gamepatron in order to bypass them.
3.26. The User is obliged to ensure that their in-game behavior, content sharing and communications comply with these rules. Gamepatron reserves the right, where deemed necessary, to collect evidence, review records and make evaluations depending on the nature of the violation; and to apply measures gradually or directly.
3.27. The User accepts that the forum/community rules published at https://forum.battleofsea.com/tr/thread-1 constitute an integral part of this agreement; that these rules may be updated from time to time by Gamepatron; and that the user is obliged to follow and comply with these rules in their updated form. In case of non-compliance with these rules, the disciplinary measures set out in this section may be applied.
3.28. The User accepts that the information provided in the forum announcement areas (including announcement headings) will be taken into account for the implementation of the game rules and the provision of the services; and that it is their responsibility to follow these announcements.
4 Offer of Agreement and Acceptance of the Agreement
4.1. This agreement between Gamepatron and the User shall enter into force upon Gamepatron’s acceptance of the User’s membership/account creation application and the User’s completion of the membership procedures. Acceptance may be made by an explicit declaration or may also occur through Gamepatron’s first act of performance (in particular, the provision of the Games or Services, granting access, or allowing the start of use).
4.2. By submitting their application and starting to use the Games and/or Services, the User shall be deemed to have declared that they have read, understood and accepted these General Terms and Conditions (“GTC”). This acceptance shall be valid and binding for each login performed within the scope of the Services, each use of the games and/or any other use of the services.
4.3. Gamepatron reserves the right to amend, update, add to or correct these GTC at any time when deemed necessary. Changes may be made for reasons such as legislation, security, technical necessities, improving service quality or operational requirements.
4.4. In the event of changes to the GTC, Gamepatron shall also remind the User of the possibilities to reject the changes and terminate the agreement. The User’s continued use of the Games and/or Services after the effective date of the changes may mean that the User accepts the changes.
4.5. In cases not expressly regulated in these GTC, Gamepatron reserves the right to make evaluations and take decisions and implement them in an equitable manner in order to protect the nature, security and fair use of the game/service.
4.6. Gamepatron reserves the right, within the scope of security and legal obligations, to request additional information/documents regarding identity verification, age verification or account security, and to temporarily restrict the account until such verification is completed.
4.7. During the establishment of the agreement and the provision of the services, Gamepatron reserves the right to reject the application or not to commence providing the service due to technical issues, security suspicions, risk of misuse, or compliance with legislation.
4.8. The User accepts that, for the entry into force of this agreement and the provision of the services, Gamepatron may make such system notifications as it deems necessary (in-app notification, e-mail, forum announcement, etc.). These notifications may include mandatory information such as security, account transactions, service updates and changes to the agreement.
4.9. The User accepts that they can always access the current version of these GTC through the website and that it is their responsibility to regularly review the GTC.
4.10. The User accepts that, within the scope of this agreement, game rules, security notices and service announcements, Gamepatron may provide information through the website, in-game notifications, in-app announcements and forum announcements (including announcement/announcement headings).
4.11. The User accepts that it is their responsibility to regularly follow the notices published on the website and the forum (including announcement areas), that announcements made through these channels may be deemed as notifications, and that the claim “I did not see/read it” shall not eliminate their obligations under this agreement.
5 Deficiencies
5.1. Gamepatron provides the User with access to the Games and Services through the current and/or most up-to-date version of the relevant product/service. The User may not request that the scope of a particular version/state of the game or service be maintained or provided as is; nor may the User request any obligation/performance from Gamepatron by claiming that any feature, content or function constitutes a “deficiency,” or demand that features deemed missing by the User be added or remedied. Gamepatron may make changes to content, features and functions in line with the development of the services and operational requirements.
5.2. The Games and Services may from time to time be partially or completely interrupted due to maintenance, updates, technical failures, cyber security measures, capacity management or force majeure. Gamepatron will try to announce such interruptions in advance where possible; however, prior notice may not be provided in urgent cases.
5.3. Gamepatron does not guarantee that the Games and Services will operate compatibly with every device, operating system, hardware, browser or internet connection. The responsibility to provide the technical conditions required to access the services belongs to the User.
5.4. Features offered as beta, test, early access or “experimental” may contain errors and may be changed or removed. Gamepatron’s liability regarding the content/features offered within this scope is limited to the extent permitted by the applicable legislation.
5.5. The User accepts that they may not have an expectation that every technical issue that arises in the game/services will be resolved immediately, that every feature requested will be added, or that every feedback will be implemented. Gamepatron may evaluate feedback; however, it reserves discretion regarding implementation/adaptation.
5.6. The User accepts that, due to the nature of the services, elements such as balance, economy, matchmaking, map/event layout, reward structures, in-game item properties and similar elements may change over time, and that such changes alone cannot be considered a “deficiency” or “defect.”
6 Virtual Items and In-App Purchases
6.1. As a rule, Gamepatron may offer the Games and Services free of charge. However, within the scope of the gameplay experience, the User may be granted, for a fee, the right to access various digital/virtual in-game items associated with the User’s account (e.g., virtual in-game currency, cosmetic ship designs, boosters, memberships/packages, etc.). The virtual items offered may, depending on their nature, be a single product, a package, or a time-limited right of use.
6.2. Virtual items may be sold in packages or may be provided to the user free of charge under certain conditions. Pricing may vary depending on the amount purchased, the platform through which the sale is made (application store/in-game store, etc.), campaigns, and the country/region where the purchase is made. Gamepatron reserves the right to update, arrange or change prices and/or package contents at any time; no separate notification is required for such changes. However, in mandatory cases, the notification rules of the relevant platform may apply.
6.3. Virtual items may be changed, updated, rebalanced, differentiated or removed by Gamepatron even after purchase within the scope of game balance, technical requirements, security, compliance with legislation or operational needs. The User accepts that such changes alone shall not give rise to any right to request a refund/price reimbursement.
6.4. By purchasing virtual items, the User does not acquire any ownership right; the User only obtains a limited right of use to use the relevant virtual item within the framework of this agreement and the game rules. Virtual items cannot be converted into cash, cannot be sold for real money, cannot be transferred, cannot be exchanged (unless explicitly permitted within the game), and have no monetary value outside the game. No refund may be requested due to virtual items, except in cases required by mandatory legislation.
6.5. The right of use regarding virtual items begins upon completion of the payment transaction, and the service shall be deemed to have been performed once the purchased item/transaction is activated in the User’s account (delivery/activation). The User accepts that they request the immediate performance of the digital content/service and that, after activation, the right of withdrawal/cancellation may be limited or cease, without prejudice to the exceptions required by the relevant legislation.
6.6. The User accepts that, even if they have paid a fee in exchange for virtual items, they may not claim any right over the purchased products and the accumulated/earned game content other than the right of use specified in this agreement. In cases where the account is terminated, suspended, expires, or Gamepatron services are fully/partially discontinued, it is possible for game content and/or virtual items to be deleted, modified, their value/balance to change, or to become unusable.
6.7. The User is personally responsible for ensuring account security (passwords, access information, device security, etc.). In the event that virtual items or game content are lost/damaged due to unauthorized access, account takeover, data loss, cheating/third-party interventions or similar reasons, Gamepatron’s liability is limited to the extent permitted by the applicable legislation. Gamepatron may provide support within reasonable limits; however, this cannot be interpreted as an obligation to restore or compensate content in every case.
6.8. Payment/refund processes carried out through the platform where in-app purchases are made (Google Play, App Store, etc.) are also subject to the rules of the relevant platform. The User accepts that if they abuse cancellation/refund/chargeback processes in violation of platform rules, their account may be restricted and Gamepatron may claim damages incurred.
7 Obligations
7.1. Gamepatron may, at any time, partially or fully, assign, transfer or convey this agreement and/or the games and services it owns, and the rights and obligations related thereto, to any natural or legal person, with or without obtaining the User’s consent. The User, however, may not assign or transfer this agreement and/or the rights and obligations arising from the agreement without Gamepatron’s written consent.
7.2. Gamepatron is not responsible for any malfunction, damage, data loss, performance degradation, incompatibility, security breach or similar damages that may occur on the computer, mobile device or other hardware/device used by the User to access the games and services. The obligation to take measures such as device security, updates, backup, and virus/malware protection belongs to the User.
7.3. The User is obliged to comply with all provisions of this agreement, in particular Article 3, as well as the game rules, community/forum rules, and the announcements/warnings and instructions made by Gamepatron. If the User violates these obligations, Gamepatron has the right to immediately restrict/block access to the services, temporarily suspend the account, impose a permanent ban, terminate the agreement, and apply other disciplinary measures it deems necessary. Such measures may be applied without granting a prior period depending on the nature of the violation.
7.4. The User accepts and undertakes to keep their account information (login information, username, password, verification codes, etc.) confidential, not to share it with third parties, and to ensure the security of their account. All transactions carried out using the User’s credentials may be deemed to have been carried out by the User. Gamepatron reserves the right to take measures such as resetting passwords, terminating sessions, restricting access and similar measures for security reasons. The User is responsible for all use and results arising from the use of their account.
7.5. The User is responsible for the accuracy and up-to-dateness of the account data declared during registration. For reasons of security and account integrity, the User’s registered e-mail address cannot be changed afterwards; loss of access to the registered e-mail address, closure/non-functioning of the e-mail account or similar situations are the User’s responsibility. Gamepatron reserves the right not to accept any request to change the e-mail address under any circumstances.
7.6. The User is obliged to compensate all damages suffered by Gamepatron due to the User’s actions, violations or fault contrary to this agreement and/or the game rules. The User agrees to indemnify and hold Gamepatron harmless against any claims and compensation demands that third parties may direct to Gamepatron due to the User’s actions or breaches of obligations, and to cover any damages, expenses and payments that Gamepatron may incur for this reason (including court costs and attorney’s fees).
7.7. The User accepts that this agreement and/or related rules may change over time and that it is their responsibility to follow such changes regularly. Gamepatron provides information in cases where mandatory notification is required; apart from this, the User’s claim “I was not informed” does not eliminate the User’s obligations.
7.8. If any provision of these General Terms and Conditions or the agreement becomes invalid or subsequently becomes invalid, this shall not affect the validity of the other provisions. In place of the invalid provision, it is aimed to apply a legally valid provision closest to the parties’ intent and the purpose of the regulation.
7.9. The User accepts that they will not allow third parties to use their account and that shared use, lending or sharing of the account is prohibited. If such use is detected, Gamepatron reserves the right to restrict/suspend the account due to security and misuse risks.
7.10. The User accepts that in-game purchases, virtual items, progress and similar data are linked to their own account; and since account transfer/assignment is not carried out (and is not allowed), it cannot be requested that such rights and records be transferred to another account.
8 Applicable Law and Competent Court
8.1. In disputes arising from this agreement, the law of the Republic of Türkiye shall apply exclusively, excluding the rules on conflict of laws.
8.2. In any dispute arising out of or in connection with this Agreement, the Courts and Enforcement Offices of Istanbul (Çağlayan) shall have jurisdiction.
8.3. If the User has the status of a consumer, the mandatory rules on jurisdiction and competence arising from the applicable legislation are reserved.
9 Limited Liability
9.1. The Games and Services are provided “as is” and “as available.” Gamepatron does not undertake that the Games/Services will be uninterrupted, error-free, secure, without delay, free of viruses, or always accessible.
9.2. Gamepatron cannot be held liable, except where required by mandatory legislation, for cases where the Games/Services partially or completely slow down, are interrupted or temporarily suspended due to maintenance, updates, technical failures, capacity management, third-party service providers (application stores, payment infrastructures, internet service providers, etc.), cyber security measures or force majeure.
9.3. To the maximum extent permitted by law, Gamepatron is not liable for any indirect or consequential damages, including indirect damages, loss of profit, loss of data, loss of reputation, loss of business/income, loss of opportunity, or failure to obtain the expected benefit.
9.4. The limitations set out in this article shall not apply with respect to liabilities arising from Gamepatron’s gross negligence or intent, or liabilities that cannot be limited under mandatory legislation.
10 Suspension, Termination of the Account and Consequences
10.1. In the event that the User acts contrary to this Agreement, the game rules, forum/community rules or the relevant legislation; or in the presence of cheating, misuse, security risk, suspicion of fraud, chargeback, suspicion of unauthorized access or any situation that endangers the integrity of the services, Gamepatron may apply any measures it deems necessary, including issuing a warning, restricting access, temporarily suspending the account, imposing a permanent ban and/or terminating the Agreement.
10.2. Depending on the nature of the violation, measures may be implemented without prior notice to the User. Gamepatron may inform the User where possible and necessary; however, this cannot be interpreted as an obligation.
10.3. In case of suspension or termination of the account, the User’s access to the Games/Services may be stopped, in-game progress, virtual items and other digital content (whether earned or purchased) may partially or completely become unusable and/or may be deleted. The User accepts that they cannot claim any refund, compensation or similar demand in such cases, without prejudice to the exceptions required by mandatory legislation.
10.4. After termination/ban/suspension of the User’s account, the User may not resort to methods such as opening a new account to circumvent the ban, accessing through third parties, returning by changing device/account or similar. If such attempts are made, Gamepatron may apply additional measures.
10.5. The User may request closure of their account at any time. In case of account closure/termination of access, no right may be claimed over game content and virtual items; this does not give rise to a right of refund.
11 User Content (UGC), License and Removal of Content
11.1. The User is exclusively responsible for the legality and accuracy of the content they share in all in-game/game-related areas (chat, forum, profile, username/fleet name, visual/text uploads, feedback, etc.) and for ensuring that such content does not violate third-party rights.
11.2. The User accepts that the content they share does not violate any rights, including copyright, trademark, personality rights, privacy and personal data legislation, and that they have obtained the necessary permissions. Otherwise, the User agrees to indemnify Gamepatron against all claims and demands that may arise and to compensate for any damages incurred.
11.3. With respect to the content the User uploads or shares on Gamepatron platforms, the User accepts that they grant Gamepatron a worldwide, free of charge, sublicensable, transferable license, without limitation of time or medium, to host, reproduce, process, adapt, publish, transmit, make available to the public, and use the content within the scope of promoting the services. This license covers the use of the content by Gamepatron solely for the purposes of providing, developing, moderating, securing and promoting the services.
11.4. Gamepatron has the right to remove, block access to, edit, remove from publication and/or impose sanctions on the User who shares the content, with or without giving any notice, for content that it deems unlawful, inappropriate or contrary to this Agreement.
11.5. Gamepatron is not obliged to pre-screen the User’s content; however, it may moderate and review records where deemed necessary.
12 Procedure for Notice of Infringement (Copyright/Trademark/Other Rights Infringements)
12.1. If the User or third parties believe that a copyright, trademark, personality right or another right has been infringed on the Games/Services, they may submit a written notice to [email protected].
12.2. The notice should include; (i) a clear description of the content subject to the infringement and, if possible, its link/screenshot, (ii) the basis of the allegedly infringed right, (iii) the name-surname/title and contact information of the right holder or authorized representative, and (iv) a statement regarding the accuracy of the declaration.
12.3. Gamepatron will evaluate notices within a reasonable time; if deemed necessary, it may remove the content, block access, or request additional information. Gamepatron’s evaluation and the measures it applies shall be deemed final to the extent permitted by the applicable legislation.
13 Force Majeure
13.1. In force majeure events beyond the control of the parties, such as natural disasters, war, uprising, terror, epidemic, public authority decisions, strike/lockout, internet infrastructure failures, cyber attacks, power outages and similar events, the performance of Gamepatron’s obligations under this Agreement may be temporarily suspended or delayed.
13.2. As long as the force majeure event continues, Gamepatron cannot be held liable for non-performance or delay.
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