Defence.gg - Terms of Service

1. Purpose of the Platform

Defence.gg is a global online community intended for discussion and analysis of defense, geopolitics, military technology, strategy, and related subjects.

The Platform is intended for informational, educational, and analytical discussion only. Defence.gg is not a news organization, intelligence agency, military authority, or government body.

2. Eligibility

You must be at least 18 years old or the age of majority in your jurisdiction (whichever is higher) to create an account or use the Platform.

By using the Platform, you confirm that:

• You are legally capable of entering into this agreement
• You are permitted to access the Platform under applicable laws
• All information provided by you is accurate and complete

3. User Responsibilities and Conduct

You are solely responsible for any content you post or share on the Platform.

You agree not to post or engage in content that:

• Is unlawful, restricted, or prohibited by law
• Promotes terrorism, violence, or extremist activity
• Encourages real-world harm or military action
• Contains hate speech, harassment, or abuse
• Intentionally spreads misinformation
• Infringes on intellectual property, privacy, or confidentiality
• Seeks or shares sensitive operational/personal data
• Coordinates disinformation or inauthentic behaviour

4. No Operational or Tactical Use

All content is for discussion and educational purposes only.

You agree not to:

• Treat any content as tactical, military, or intelligence advice
• Use the Platform to plan or simulate real-world military actions
• Rely on user content for operational decision-making

Defence.gg is not responsible for actions taken based on user content.

5. Moderation and Enforcement

We reserve the right to moderate, restrict, or remove content that violates these Terms or the purpose of the Platform.

We may take actions including:

• Remove, restrict, or modify any content
• Suspend or terminate accounts
• Limit access to specific features or areas
• Enforce visibility and participation controls

Moderation may occur without prior notice.

6. User Content License

By submitting content to the Platform, you grant Defence.gg a non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free license to host, store, display, reproduce, and distribute such content solely for the operation, moderation, and promotion of the Platform.

You retain ownership of your content.

7. Intellectual Property

All design elements, branding, and platform software are the property of Defence.gg or its licensors. You may not reproduce or exploit any part of the Platform without prior written permission.

8. Privacy and Data

Your use is governed by our Privacy Policy.

You acknowledge that:

• Online discussions are inherently public
• Content you post may be accessible globally
• We cannot guarantee absolute confidentiality of user-submitted content

9. Disclaimers

The Platform is provided 'as is' and 'as available'.

We make no warranties regarding:

• Accuracy or reliability of user content
• Completeness of discussions
• Continuous or error-free access
• Use the Platform at your own risk

10. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Defence.gg and its operators are not liable for:

• User-generated content
• Reliance on content or discussions
• Indirect or incidental damages
• Loss of data, access, or privileges

11. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Defence.gg, its operators, affiliates, and representatives from any claims or damages resulting from:

• Your content
• Your use of the Platform
• Your violation of these Terms or any law

12. International Use

Defence.gg is based in India and accessible globally.

Users accessing from outside India do so at their own risk and are solely responsible for complying with local laws.

• Access is prohibited where the Platform violates local regulations

13. Termination

You may stop using the Platform at any time.

We may suspend or terminate your access if:

• You violate these Terms
• Your activity poses a risk to legal, security, or reputational interests
• Continued access is not in the Platform's interest

14. Changes to Terms

We may modify these Terms at any time. Continued use of the Platform after changes constitutes acceptance of the new Terms.

15. Governing Law, Jurisdiction, and Arbitration

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of India, without regard to conflict of law principles.

Disputes shall be resolved by arbitration under the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996; details:

• The seat and venue of arbitration shall be New Delhi, India
• The arbitration proceedings shall be conducted in English
• The arbitral award shall be final and binding
• Subject to the above, courts located in New Delhi, India shall have jurisdiction for matters not subject to arbitration

16. Contact Information

For legal or policy inquiries, contact: [email protected]