Terms of Service | Puzzle Planet

Last Updated: April 26, 2025

1. Introduction

Welcome to Puzzle Planet! These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your access to and use of the Puzzle Planet website, services, and applications (collectively, the "Service"). By accessing or using the Service, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use the Service.

Puzzle Planet is an educational puzzle creation platform designed primarily for K-12 teachers and educational professionals. Our mission is to provide simple, accessible tools for creating engaging educational puzzles.

2. Definitions

• "Service" refers to the Puzzle Planet website, applications, and all features, functions, and content accessible through our platform.
• "User" refers to any individual who accesses or uses the Service.
• "Account" refers to a registered user profile on the Service.
• "Content" refers to puzzles, templates, text, graphics, images, and other materials that may be viewed on, accessed through, or created using the Service.

3. Eligibility and Registration

3.1 Basic Access

You may use basic features of Puzzle Planet without creating an account. Basic features include creating, previewing, and downloading certain puzzles.

3.2 Premium Features

To access premium features such as saving puzzles, accessing the template library, or sharing with other users, you must create an account.

3.3 Account Requirements

To create an account, you must:

• Be at least 18 years of age or have the consent and supervision of a parent or legal guardian
• Provide accurate and complete information
• Secure your account credentials
• Accept responsibility for all activities that occur under your account

3.4 Educational Institutions

Educational institutions may create organizational accounts subject to additional terms outlined in a separate agreement.

4. User Conduct

4.1 Acceptable Use

You agree to use the Service only for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms. You agree not to:

• Use the Service in any way that violates applicable laws or regulations
• Create puzzles containing inappropriate, offensive, or harmful content
• Attempt to circumvent any access restrictions or security measures
• Use the Service to distribute malware or other harmful code
• Engage in any activity that interferes with or disrupts the Service

4.2 Content Guidelines

When creating puzzles and other content, you must ensure that:

• Your content does not infringe on intellectual property rights
• Your content is appropriate for educational environments
• Your content does not contain hate speech, discriminatory language, or explicit material
• Your content complies with applicable educational standards and guidelines

5. Intellectual Property

5.1 Puzzle Planet Property

The Service, including its design, features, functions, and code, is owned by Puzzle Planet and is protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

5.2 User-Generated Content

You retain ownership of the content you create using the Service. However, by creating content, you grant Puzzle Planet a non-exclusive, royalty-free, worldwide license to use, store, display, reproduce, and distribute your content in connection with providing and improving the Service.

5.3 Educational Use

Content created using the Service may be freely used for educational purposes in accordance with fair use principles and applicable educational licensing.

6. Privacy and Data

6.1 Privacy Policy

Our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated into these Terms, explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information.

6.2 Student Data

If you are a teacher or educational professional using the Service with students, you must:

• Comply with all applicable laws regarding student privacy, including COPPA and FERPA where applicable
• Obtain appropriate consent for student use of the Service
• Use the Service in accordance with your institution's policies

6.3 Data Security

We implement reasonable security measures to protect your data. However, no method of transmission or storage is 100% secure. You acknowledge this risk when using the Service.

7. Subscriptions and Payments

7.1 Free Service

Basic features of Puzzle Planet are provided free of charge.

7.2 Premium Features

Premium features may require payment. Pricing information will be clearly displayed before you make any purchase.

7.3 Payment Terms

If you choose to purchase premium features:

• You agree to pay all fees in accordance with the pricing displayed
• You authorize us to charge your chosen payment method
• Prices are subject to change with notice
• Refunds will be handled in accordance with our Refund Policy

7.4 Cancellation

You may cancel premium subscriptions at any time. Upon cancellation, you will maintain access to premium features until the end of your current billing period.

8. Disclaimers and Limitations of Liability

8.1 Service Provided "As Is"

The Service is provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis. Puzzle Planet makes no warranties, express or implied, regarding the Service's reliability, availability, or suitability for your particular needs.

8.2 Accuracy of Content

While we strive to provide accurate content and tools, Puzzle Planet does not guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or quality of any content available through the Service.

8.3 Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, Puzzle Planet shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages resulting from your use of or inability to use the Service.

8.4 Educational Context

As an educational tool, Puzzle Planet should be used in conjunction with appropriate educational practices and oversight. The Service is not a substitute for professional educational judgment.

9. Termination

9.1 Termination by You

You may stop using the Service at any time. If you have an account, you may delete it through your account settings.

9.2 Termination by Puzzle Planet

Puzzle Planet may suspend or terminate your access to the Service if you violate these Terms or for any other reason at our discretion.

9.3 Effect of Termination

Upon termination, your right to use the Service will immediately cease. Provisions of these Terms that by their nature should survive termination shall survive.

10. Changes to Terms

10.1 Modifications

Puzzle Planet may modify these Terms at any time. We will provide notice of significant changes through the Service or by other means.

10.2 Continued Use

Your continued use of the Service after any changes to these Terms constitutes acceptance of those changes.

11. Dispute Resolution

11.1 Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of [Jurisdiction], without regard to its conflict of law provisions.

11.2 Dispute Process

In the event of any dispute arising from these Terms or your use of the Service, you agree to first attempt to resolve the dispute informally by contacting us. If the dispute cannot be resolved informally, you agree to pursue resolution through arbitration before resorting to litigation.

12. Additional Terms for Educational Institutions

12.1 Compliance with Educational Laws

Educational institutions using the Service must comply with all applicable educational laws and regulations, including but not limited to COPPA, FERPA, and relevant state laws.

12.2 Student Privacy

Educational institutions are responsible for:

• Obtaining appropriate parental consent where required
• Ensuring student data is handled in accordance with their privacy policies
• Using the Service in a manner consistent with their obligations to protect student information

13. Contact Information

If you have any questions about these Terms, please contact us at:

Email: info@puzzleplanet.live

By using Puzzle Planet, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service.