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Terms of Service

Last updated: June 2025  ยท  Effective immediately

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using CHESS ("the Service"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service. If you do not agree to these terms, please do not use the Service.

2. Description of Service

CHESS is a free, browser-based chess platform offering real-time multiplayer, AI opponents, local 2-player mode, and an educational learning mode. The Service is provided as-is, without warranty of any kind.

3. User Conduct

You agree not to:

4. Accounts & Data

CHESS does not require registration. A randomly generated player ID is stored locally in your browser to maintain game sessions. This ID is not linked to any personal information. You may clear it at any time by clearing your browser's local storage.

5. Intellectual Property

All code, design, and content of this Service are the property of CHESS and its developers. Chess piece graphics and the chess.js engine are used under their respective open-source licenses. You may not copy, distribute, or create derivative works without permission.

6. Availability

We strive to keep the Service available 24/7, but we do not guarantee uninterrupted access. We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue the Service at any time without notice.

7. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, CHESS and its developers shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages arising from your use of the Service, even if advised of the possibility of such damages.

8. Changes to Terms

We may update these Terms at any time. Continued use of the Service after any changes constitutes your acceptance of the new Terms. We encourage you to review these Terms periodically.

9. Contact

For questions about these Terms, please contact us through the GitHub repository or the contact information listed on this site.