Terms of Service

Starstrider - Space Exploration Simulator

Article 1 (Purpose)

These terms define the rights, obligations, and responsibilities between the developer and users regarding the use of the Starstrider game service.

Article 2 (Definitions)

• "Game" refers to Starstrider and all related services, including the web app and Android app.
• "User" refers to anyone who accesses or uses the game under these terms.
• "Account" refers to the unique login credentials (username/password or Google login) created to access the game.
• "Content" refers to all information, text, images, sounds, code, and other materials provided within the game.
• "In-game Currency" refers to virtual currency (coins) used within the game, which has no real-world monetary value.

Article 3 (Acceptance and Changes)

• These terms become effective when you access or use the game.
• We may update these terms as needed. Changes will be posted on this page with a new effective date.
• Continued use of the game after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated terms.
• Users who do not agree to changed terms should discontinue use of the service.

Article 4 (Service Provision)

• The game is provided free of charge. Some features may require watching reward advertisements.
• Service is available 24/7 in principle, but may be temporarily interrupted for maintenance, updates, or technical issues.
• We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue any part of the service at any time.
• The game requires an internet connection for multiplayer features and account synchronization.

Article 5 (Account and Authentication)

• Users may create an account using a username/password or Google OAuth login.
• Users are responsible for maintaining the security and confidentiality of their account credentials.
• Each user should maintain only one account. Creating multiple accounts to abuse game systems is prohibited.
• We may suspend or terminate accounts that violate these terms without prior notice.

Article 6 (User Obligations)

Users must not:

• Access or attempt to access other users' accounts without authorization
• Interfere with game operations or use the service in unintended ways
• Exploit bugs, glitches, or errors for unfair advantage
• Use hacking tools, cheating software, bots, or automation scripts
• Harass, threaten, or cause harm to other users
• Post or transmit obscene, violent, hateful, or illegal content
• Attempt to reverse-engineer, decompile, or extract the game's source code
• Use the game for commercial purposes without prior written consent
• Violate any applicable laws or regulations

Article 7 (In-game Currency and Virtual Items)

• In-game currency and virtual items have no real-world monetary value and cannot be exchanged for real currency.
• Virtual items and currency are licensed to users, not sold.
• We reserve the right to modify the value, availability, or functionality of virtual items at any time.
• Lost virtual items or currency due to user negligence will not be restored.

Article 8 (Intellectual Property)

• All game content including but not limited to graphics, sounds, music, text, shaders, and code is owned by the developer.
• Users may not copy, distribute, modify, or create derivative works from the game content without prior written approval.
• Users may share screenshots and gameplay videos for non-commercial personal use.

Article 9 (Privacy)

Your use of the game is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which describes how we collect, use, and protect your personal information.

Article 10 (Third-Party Services)

• The game uses third-party services including Supabase (database), Google OAuth (authentication), and Vercel (hosting).
• Use of these services is subject to their respective terms of service and privacy policies.
• We are not responsible for the availability or performance of third-party services.

Article 11 (Disclaimer)

• The game is provided "as is" without warranties of any kind, express or implied.
• We are not responsible for service interruptions due to force majeure such as natural disasters, wars, or infrastructure failures.
• We are not responsible for service failures caused by user negligence or device issues.
• We are not responsible for any data loss resulting from user actions or third-party service failures.
• We are not liable for any indirect, incidental, or consequential damages arising from the use of the game.

Article 12 (Termination)

• Users may terminate their account at any time by requesting account deletion.
• We may terminate or suspend access to the service for violations of these terms.
• Upon termination, users lose access to all in-game data, currency, and virtual items.

Article 13 (Dispute Resolution)

• Disputes shall be resolved through good-faith negotiation between the parties.
• If negotiation fails, disputes shall be submitted to the competent courts of the Republic of Korea.

Article 14 (General Provisions)

• If any provision of these terms is found to be invalid, the remaining provisions shall continue in effect.
• Matters not specified in these terms shall be governed by applicable laws and customs.
• These terms are governed by and interpreted under the laws of the Republic of Korea.

Last Updated: February 11, 2026