Terms of Service

Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using PySakura Arcade's platform, services, or educational content, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service and all applicable laws and regulations. If you do not agree with any part of these terms, you may not use our services.

These terms constitute a legally binding agreement between you and PySakura Arcade. Your use of our platform signifies your acceptance of these terms and our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated by reference.

Service Description and Availability

PySakura Arcade provides online Python game development education through structured Pygame tutorials, interactive projects, code templates, and workshop opportunities. Our services are designed for English-speaking learners in Japan and include various subscription tiers with different access levels.

We strive to maintain service availability but do not guarantee uninterrupted access. We may temporarily suspend services for maintenance, updates, or technical issues. We will provide reasonable notice of planned maintenance when possible.

Account Registration and Responsibilities

To access our services, you must create an account with accurate and complete information. You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials and for all activities that occur under your account.

You must be at least 13 years old to create an account. If you are under 18, you represent that you have parental consent to use our services. You agree to notify us immediately of any unauthorized use of your account or security breaches.

Subscription Plans and Billing

Our subscription plans provide access to different levels of content and features. Subscription fees are billed in advance on a monthly basis and are non-refundable except as required by law or as specified in our refund policy.

You authorize us to charge your payment method for subscription fees and any applicable taxes. If payment fails, we may suspend your access until payment is resolved. You can cancel your subscription at any time, with access continuing until the end of your current billing period.

Intellectual Property Rights

All content on our platform, including tutorials, code examples, templates, graphics, and educational materials, is owned by PySakura Arcade or our licensors and is protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to access and use our content for personal educational purposes. You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, or create derivative works from our content without explicit written permission.

User-Generated Content and Submissions

You retain ownership of any original content you create using our platform, including game projects, code modifications, and portfolio pieces. However, by sharing content on our platform, you grant us a license to display, distribute, and promote your work as examples of student achievements.

You represent that any content you submit is original or properly licensed, does not infringe on third-party rights, and complies with our community guidelines. We reserve the right to remove content that violates these terms or our policies.

Prohibited Uses and Conduct

You may not use our services for any unlawful purpose or in violation of these terms. Prohibited activities include but are not limited to: sharing account credentials, attempting to reverse engineer our platform, distributing malware, harassing other users, or using our content for commercial purposes without permission.

You may not attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems, interfere with service operation, or engage in any activity that could damage, disable, or impair our platform's functionality.

Workshop and Event Participation

Participation in workshops, events, or live sessions is subject to additional terms and availability. Workshop fees are separate from subscription costs and are generally non-refundable except in cases of event cancellation by us.

Workshop participants are expected to maintain respectful behavior and follow instructor guidance. We reserve the right to remove disruptive participants from events without refund.

Educational Partnerships and Corporate Services

Educational institutions and corporate clients may be subject to separate agreements that supplement or modify these terms. Custom training programs, bulk licensing, and institutional partnerships are governed by specific contracts negotiated separately.

Corporate and educational pricing, terms, and service levels may differ from individual subscriptions and are detailed in separate service agreements.

Privacy and Data Protection

Your privacy is important to us. Our collection, use, and protection of your personal information is governed by our Privacy Policy, which forms an integral part of these terms. By using our services, you consent to our data practices as described in the Privacy Policy.

We implement appropriate security measures to protect your information, but you acknowledge that no system is completely secure and use our services at your own risk regarding data security.

Service Modifications and Termination

We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue any aspect of our services at any time with reasonable notice. We may also update these terms periodically, with material changes communicated through email or platform notifications.

We may terminate or suspend your account for violation of these terms, non-payment, or other reasons at our discretion. Upon termination, your access to our services will cease, though certain provisions of these terms will survive termination.

Disclaimers and Limitations of Liability

Our services are provided "as is" without warranties of any kind, express or implied. We do not guarantee that our platform will meet your specific needs, be error-free, or provide particular learning outcomes.

To the maximum extent permitted by law, we shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising from your use of our services, including but not limited to loss of profits, data, or business opportunities.

Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless PySakura Arcade, its officers, directors, employees, and agents from any claims, damages, losses, or expenses arising from your use of our services, violation of these terms, or infringement of any third-party rights.

This indemnification obligation survives termination of your account and these terms, and applies to all claims whether known or unknown at the time of termination.

Dispute Resolution and Governing Law

These terms are governed by the laws of Japan, and any disputes arising from or relating to these terms or our services shall be resolved through binding arbitration in Tokyo, Japan, in accordance with the rules of the Japan Commercial Arbitration Association.

Before initiating arbitration, parties agree to attempt resolution through good faith negotiations. The arbitration shall be conducted in English, and the arbitrator's decision shall be final and binding.

Force Majeure

We shall not be liable for any failure or delay in performance due to circumstances beyond our reasonable control, including but not limited to natural disasters, government actions, internet service disruptions, or other force majeure events.

In such cases, we will make reasonable efforts to resume normal service as quickly as possible and may provide alternative access methods or service credits as appropriate.

Contact Information and Support

For questions about these terms, technical support, or general inquiries, please contact us at support@fravintel.com or through our platform's support system. We strive to respond to all inquiries within 48 hours during business days.

Legal notices and formal communications should be sent to our registered address in Tokyo as listed in our contact information.

Effective Date: January 1, 2025

Last Updated: January 1, 2025