📋 Terms of Service

✅ Acceptance of Terms

These Terms of Service ("Terms") constitute a legally binding agreement between you ("User", "you", "your") and aussiegamehub.top Pty Ltd ("we", "us", "our", "Company") regarding your use of our website, services, and related content.

By accessing, browsing, or using our website at aussiegamehub.top or any of our services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms and our Privacy Policy.

Who Can Use Our Services

• Age Requirement: You must be at least 13 years old to use our services
• Parental Consent: Users under 18 must have parental consent
• Legal Capacity: You must have the legal authority to enter into this agreement
• Australian Jurisdiction: These terms are governed by Australian law

🎮 About Our Service

aussiegamehub.top is Australia's premier mobile gaming review platform, providing independent, comprehensive reviews and recommendations for mobile games. Our services include:

Core Services

• Game Reviews: Detailed, unbiased reviews of mobile games
• Ratings & Rankings: Comprehensive scoring system and game rankings
• News & Articles: Gaming industry news and educational content
• Recommendations: Personalized game suggestions based on preferences
• Community Features: User comments, ratings, and discussions

Service Availability

We strive to maintain continuous service availability, but we do not guarantee uninterrupted access. We may temporarily suspend or restrict access for:

• Scheduled maintenance and updates
• Technical difficulties or system failures
• Security incidents or investigations
• Legal or regulatory requirements

Service Modifications

We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue any aspect of our service at any time, with or without notice. We will make reasonable efforts to notify users of significant changes that may affect their use of the service.

👤 User Accounts

While basic access to our website does not require an account, certain features may require registration.

Account Registration

If you create an account with us, you agree to:

• Provide accurate, current, and complete information
• Maintain and update your information as necessary
• Keep your login credentials confidential and secure
• Notify us immediately of any unauthorized use of your account
• Accept responsibility for all activities under your account

Account Security

You are responsible for maintaining the security of your account credentials. We recommend:

• Using a strong, unique password
• Not sharing your login details with others
• Logging out from shared or public computers
• Regularly reviewing your account activity

Account Termination

You may delete your account at any time by contacting us. We may suspend or terminate accounts that violate these Terms or engage in prohibited activities.

✅ Acceptable Use Policy

You may use our services for lawful purposes only and in accordance with these Terms. Acceptable uses include:

🚫 Prohibited Conduct

The following activities are strictly prohibited when using our services:

📝 Content Guidelines

If you submit content to our platform (comments, reviews, feedback), it must comply with our community standards:

Content Standards

• Respectful Communication: Be respectful and constructive in all interactions
• Accurate Information: Provide truthful and accurate information
• Original Content: Don't post copyrighted material without permission
• Relevant Discussion: Keep comments relevant to the topic
• No Personal Attacks: Avoid harassment, bullying, or personal attacks

Prohibited Content

• Hate speech, discrimination, or incitement to violence
• Adult content, pornography, or sexually explicit material
• Personal information of others (doxxing)
• Spam, promotional content, or off-topic advertising
• False or misleading information
• Content that violates intellectual property rights

Content Moderation

We reserve the right to:

• Review, edit, or remove user-submitted content
• Moderate comments and discussions
• Block users who violate content guidelines
• Report illegal content to authorities

🔒 Intellectual Property Rights

All content on aussiegamehub.top, including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, images, and software, is protected by Australian and international intellectual property laws.

Our Intellectual Property

• Original Content: All reviews, articles, and original content are owned by aussiegamehub.top Pty Ltd
• Trademarks: "aussiegamehub.top" and our logos are registered trademarks
• Website Design: The look, feel, and functionality of our website is protected
• Proprietary Systems: Our rating system and algorithms are proprietary

Permitted Use

You may:

• View and read our content for personal, non-commercial use
• Share links to our articles and reviews
• Quote brief excerpts with proper attribution
• Print articles for personal reference

Prohibited Use

You may not:

• Reproduce, distribute, or republish our content without permission
• Use our content for commercial purposes without licensing
• Remove or alter copyright notices or attributions
• Create derivative works based on our content

Third-Party Content

Some content on our website may belong to third parties (game screenshots, logos, etc.). This content is used under fair dealing provisions for review and commentary purposes. If you believe your intellectual property rights have been infringed, please contact us at legal@aussiegamehub.top

🤝 Affiliate Relationships & Monetization

In accordance with Australian Consumer Law and ACCC guidelines, we fully disclose our monetization practices and affiliate relationships.

Affiliate Partnerships

We participate in affiliate programs with:

• Apple App Store (iOS app downloads)
• Google Play Store (Android app downloads)
• Game developers and publishers
• Gaming accessory manufacturers

How We Earn Revenue

Editorial Independence

We maintain strict editorial independence:

• Reviews are never influenced by affiliate relationships
• We test all games independently using our own methodology
• Negative reviews are published regardless of affiliate status
• Clear separation between editorial and commercial content
• Transparent disclosure of all commercial relationships

⚠️ Disclaimers

While we strive for accuracy and quality in all our content, we provide the following disclaimers in accordance with Australian law:

Content Accuracy

• Information Currency: Game information, prices, and features may change without notice
• Subjective Opinions: Reviews reflect our reviewers' opinions and experiences
• External Links: We're not responsible for the content or practices of external websites
• Game Availability: Games may not be available in all regions or on all platforms

Technical Disclaimers

• Website Availability: We don't guarantee uninterrupted access to our website
• Technical Issues: We're not liable for technical problems beyond our control
• Data Loss: We recommend backing up any important user-generated content
• Security: While we implement security measures, no system is 100% secure

Investment and Purchase Decisions

⚖️ Limitation of Liability

Subject to Australian Consumer Law guarantees that cannot be excluded, we limit our liability as follows:

Exclusions from Liability

We are not liable for:

• Decisions made based on our reviews or recommendations
• Financial losses from game purchases
• Technical issues with games reviewed on our platform
• Actions of third-party game developers or publishers
• Costs of alternative services or products
• Loss of profits, data, or business opportunities

Force Majeure

We are not liable for delays or failures in performance due to circumstances beyond our reasonable control, including natural disasters, government actions, internet failures, or other force majeure events.

🛡️ Your Consumer Rights

As an Australian consumer, you have rights under the Australian Consumer Law that cannot be excluded or limited. These Terms do not affect these rights.

Remedies Available

If our services fail to meet consumer guarantees, you may be entitled to:

• A refund or credit for services not provided
• Compensation for loss or damage
• Repair or re-supply of services
• Cancellation of ongoing service agreements

How to Make a Claim

To make a consumer guarantee claim:

1. Contact us at legal@aussiegamehub.top with details of the issue
2. Provide relevant documentation and evidence
3. Allow us reasonable time to investigate and respond
4. If unresolved, contact the ACCC or your state consumer protection agency

🤝 Dispute Resolution

We are committed to resolving disputes fairly and efficiently. Our dispute resolution process follows Australian best practices:

Alternative Dispute Resolution

You may also contact:

• Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC): accc.gov.au | 1300 302 502
• NSW Fair Trading: fairtrading.nsw.gov.au | 13 32 20
• Resolution Institute: resolution.institute
• Australian Disputes Centre: disputescentre.com.au

Class Actions

Nothing in these Terms prevents you from participating in class action proceedings or representative actions under Australian law.

🔚 Termination

Either party may terminate this agreement under certain circumstances:

Termination by You

You may terminate your use of our services at any time by:

• Simply ceasing to use our website and services
• Unsubscribing from our newsletter
• Deleting your account (if applicable)
• Contacting us to request account closure

Termination by Us

We may terminate or suspend your access if you:

• Violate these Terms of Service
• Engage in prohibited conduct
• Cause security risks or technical issues
• Violate applicable laws or regulations
• Abuse our systems or staff

Effect of Termination

Upon termination:

• Your right to use our services immediately ceases
• We may delete your account and associated data
• Certain provisions of these Terms survive termination (intellectual property, liability limitations, etc.)
• You remain liable for any obligations incurred before termination

Data Handling After Termination

After termination, we will handle your personal data in accordance with our Privacy Policy and applicable retention requirements under Australian law.

🔄 Changes to These Terms

We may update these Terms from time to time to reflect changes in our services, legal requirements, or business practices.

Notification Process

We will notify you of material changes through:

• Website Notice: Prominent banner on our homepage for 30 days
• Email Notification: Direct email to registered users and newsletter subscribers
• Version Updates: Clear indication of "Last Updated" date
• Change Summary: Summary of key changes for significant updates

Your Options

When we update these Terms, you may:

• Accept: Continue using our services under the new terms
• Reject: Discontinue use if you don't agree to the changes
• Contact Us: Discuss concerns about changes before they take effect

Effective Date

Changes become effective 30 days after notification, unless:

• Required by law to be effective immediately
• Necessary for security or fraud prevention
• Beneficial to users (effective immediately)

⚖️ Governing Law & Jurisdiction

These Terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of New South Wales, Australia, and the Commonwealth of Australia.

Applicable Laws

This agreement is subject to:

• Australian Consumer Law: Including consumer guarantees and remedies
• Competition and Consumer Act 2010 (Cth): Fair trading provisions
• Privacy Act 1988 (Cth): Privacy and data protection requirements
• Australian Contract Law: General contract principles
• NSW State Laws: Where applicable to specific matters

Jurisdiction

Any legal proceedings arising from these Terms will be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of New South Wales, Australia. However, we may seek injunctive relief in any jurisdiction where violations occur.

Dispute Resolution Venues

Depending on the nature and value of disputes:

• Small Claims: NSW Civil and Administrative Tribunal (NCAT)
• Medium Claims: Local Court of NSW
• Large Claims: District Court or Supreme Court of NSW
• Consumer Disputes: ACCC or state consumer protection agencies

International Users

If you access our services from outside Australia, you agree that Australian law applies and you submit to the jurisdiction of Australian courts for any disputes.

📞 Contact Information

For questions, concerns, or legal matters related to these Terms of Service, please contact us:

Postal Address

Legal Department
aussiegamehub.top Pty Ltd
Level 9, 50 Bridge Street, Sydney NSW 2000, Australia
100 Barangaroo Avenue
Sydney NSW 2000
Australia

General Inquiries

For non-legal questions:

• General: hello@aussiegamehub.top
• Editorial: editorial@aussiegamehub.top
• Partnerships: partnerships@aussiegamehub.top
• Privacy: privacy@aussiegamehub.top

Service of Legal Documents

For service of legal process or formal notices, please use our registered office address above and mark correspondence "URGENT - LEGAL DEPARTMENT".