TERMS OF SERVICE

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using Flick-Up Freeroam services, including our game servers, website, and community platforms, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service and our Privacy Policy.

If you do not agree to these terms, you must not use our services.

Service Scope

• FiveM game servers and related services
• BeamNG/BeamMP game servers and related services
• Website and web-based tools
• Discord community integration
• Support and customer service

2. User Eligibility

Age Requirements

• Minimum Age: You must be at least 13 years old to use our services
• Parental Consent: Users under 18 require parental consent
• Account Responsibility: Users are responsible for all activity on their accounts

Geographic Restrictions

Our services are available worldwide, but local laws may restrict access in some regions. You are responsible for ensuring your use complies with local regulations.

3. Prohibited Conduct

Gameplay Violations

• Cheating: Use of hacks, exploits, or unauthorized modifications
• VDM (Vehicle Deathmatching): Using vehicles to intentionally harm other players
• RDM (Random Deathmatching): Killing players without roleplay reason
• Griefing: Intentionally disrupting other players' gameplay experience
• Bug Exploitation: Taking advantage of game bugs or glitches

Communication Violations

• Harassment: Bullying, stalking, or intimidating other users
• Hate Speech: Discriminatory language based on race, religion, gender, etc.
• Spam: Excessive or repetitive messaging
• Impersonation: Pretending to be staff members or other users
• Doxxing: Sharing personal information without consent

Technical Violations

• DDoS Attacks: Attempting to disrupt our services
• Account Sharing: Sharing login credentials with others
• Multiple Accounts: Creating accounts to evade bans
• Unauthorized Access: Attempting to access restricted areas

4. Enforcement and Penalties

Warning System

Minor violations may result in warnings with opportunities to correct behavior.

Temporary Suspensions

• Duration: 1 hour to 30 days depending on severity
• Scope: May apply to specific servers or all services
• Appeals: Can be appealed through our support system

Permanent Bans

• Severe Violations: Cheating, harassment, or repeated offenses
• Zero Tolerance: Doxxing, threats, or illegal activity
• Appeal Process: Limited appeals available after 6 months

Staff Discretion

Our staff reserves the right to take appropriate action based on the specific circumstances of each case, even if not explicitly covered in these terms.

5. User-Generated Content

Content Ownership

You retain ownership of content you create, but grant us a license to use, display, and distribute it within our services.

Content Standards

• Appropriate Content: No adult, violent, or disturbing material
• Copyright Respect: Do not use copyrighted material without permission
• Original Work: Content should be your own creation or properly licensed

Content Moderation

We reserve the right to remove, modify, or restrict access to any user-generated content that violates these terms or community standards.

6. Service Availability

Uptime Commitment

We strive to maintain 99%+ uptime but cannot guarantee uninterrupted service due to:

• Scheduled maintenance
• Technical issues
• Third-party service disruptions
• Force majeure events

Service Modifications

We may modify, suspend, or discontinue any aspect of our services with reasonable notice to users.

7. Intellectual Property

Our Rights

• Trademarks: "Flick-Up Freeroam" and related marks are our property
• Website Content: Design, code, and original content are protected
• Server Configurations: Custom scripts and modifications are proprietary

Third-Party Rights

We respect the intellectual property rights of game developers (Rockstar Games, BeamNG GmbH) and platform providers (FiveM, BeamMP).

8. Privacy and Data Protection

Our collection and use of personal information is governed by our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated into these terms by reference.

Key Privacy Points

• We collect minimal necessary data for service operation
• Data is used to improve user experience and maintain security
• We do not sell personal information to third parties
• Users have rights regarding their personal data

9. Disclaimers and Limitations

Service Disclaimer

Our services are provided "as is" without warranties of any kind. We disclaim all warranties, express or implied, including merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose.

Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, we shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages arising from your use of our services.

Third-Party Services

We are not responsible for the content, privacy policies, or practices of third-party services integrated with our platform.

10. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Flick-Up Freeroam, its staff, and partners from any claims, damages, or expenses arising from:

• Your use of our services
• Your violation of these terms
• Your violation of any third-party rights
• Any content you submit or transmit

11. Governing Law

These terms are governed by the laws of the jurisdiction where our servers are hosted. Any disputes will be resolved through binding arbitration or in the courts of that jurisdiction.

Dispute Resolution

1. Direct Communication: Contact our support team first
2. Mediation: Attempt to resolve through mediation
3. Arbitration: Binding arbitration for unresolved disputes

12. Changes to Terms

We may update these terms periodically. Significant changes will be communicated through:

• Website announcements
• Discord notifications
• In-game messages
• Email notifications (where applicable)

Continued use of our services after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated terms.

13. Termination

User Termination

You may stop using our services at any time. Some data may be retained as described in our Privacy Policy.

Service Termination

We may terminate or suspend your access to our services for violations of these terms, with or without notice depending on the severity of the violation.

Effect of Termination

Upon termination, your right to use our services ceases immediately. Provisions regarding liability, indemnification, and dispute resolution survive termination.