Terms of Service
Last updated: 6/7/2025
Welcome to ClassicJoy Games. These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your use of our website and services. By accessing or using ClassicJoy Games, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use our services.
1. Acceptance of Terms
By accessing and using ClassicJoy Games, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms and our Privacy Policy. These Terms constitute a legally binding agreement between you and ClassicJoy Games.
If you are using our services on behalf of an organization, you represent that you have the authority to bind that organization to these Terms.
2. Description of Service
ClassicJoy Games provides a platform for playing retro and classic video games through web-based emulation technology. Our services include:
- Access to a collection of classic video games
- Browser-based game emulation
- Game information and historical content
- User interface for browsing and playing games
We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue any aspect of our services at any time without notice.
3. User Eligibility
To use our services, you must:
- Be at least 13 years of age
- Have the legal capacity to enter into these Terms
- Not be prohibited from using our services under applicable law
- Comply with all local laws and regulations
If you are under 18, you represent that you have your parent's or guardian's permission to use our services.
4. Acceptable Use
4.1 Permitted Use
You may use our services for:
- Personal, non-commercial entertainment purposes
- Playing games available on our platform
- Browsing game information and content
4.2 Prohibited Activities
You agree NOT to:
- Use our services for any illegal or unauthorized purpose
- Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems or other users' accounts
- Distribute malware, viruses, or other harmful code
- Reverse engineer, decompile, or disassemble our software
- Use automated tools to access our services (bots, scrapers, etc.)
- Interfere with or disrupt our services or servers
- Violate any applicable laws or regulations
- Infringe on intellectual property rights
- Harass, abuse, or harm other users
5. Intellectual Property
5.1 Our Content
The ClassicJoy Games website, including its design, layout, graphics, and original content, is owned by us and protected by copyright and other intellectual property laws. You may not reproduce, distribute, or create derivative works without our written permission.
5.2 Game Content
The games available on our platform are the property of their respective copyright holders. We provide access to these games under fair use principles for educational and preservation purposes. Users should:
- Respect the intellectual property rights of game creators
- Use games only for personal, non-commercial purposes
- Not distribute or share game files
5.3 DMCA Policy
We respect intellectual property rights and will respond to valid DMCA takedown notices. If you believe your copyrighted work has been infringed, please contact us at [email protected] with the required information.
6. Privacy
Your privacy is important to us. Our collection and use of personal information is governed by our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated into these Terms by reference. By using our services, you consent to the collection and use of your information as described in our Privacy Policy.
7. Disclaimers
7.1 Service Availability
Our services are provided "as is" and "as available." We do not guarantee that our services will be uninterrupted, error-free, or completely secure. We may experience downtime for maintenance, updates, or technical issues.
7.2 Game Compatibility
We strive to provide accurate game emulation, but we cannot guarantee perfect compatibility or performance. Games may not function exactly as they did on original hardware due to technical limitations of web-based emulation.
7.3 Third-Party Content
We are not responsible for the content, accuracy, or availability of third-party websites or services linked from our platform. Use of third-party services is at your own risk.
8. Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, ClassicJoy Games and its affiliates, officers, directors, employees, and agents shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, including but not limited to:
- Loss of profits, data, or business opportunities
- Service interruptions or technical failures
- Damages resulting from use or inability to use our services
- Any damages arising from third-party content or services
Our total liability to you for any claims arising from these Terms or your use of our services shall not exceed $100.
9. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless ClassicJoy Games and its affiliates from any claims, damages, losses, or expenses (including reasonable attorney fees) 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 through our services
10. Termination
We may terminate or suspend your access to our services at any time, with or without cause, and with or without notice. Reasons for termination may include:
- Violation of these Terms
- Illegal or harmful activity
- Extended periods of inactivity
- Technical or security reasons
Upon termination, your right to use our services will cease immediately. Provisions that by their nature should survive termination will remain in effect.
11. Governing Law and Disputes
These Terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of [Your Jurisdiction], without regard to conflict of law principles. Any disputes arising from these Terms or your use of our services will be resolved through:
- Good faith negotiation between the parties
- Binding arbitration if negotiation fails
- Courts of competent jurisdiction in [Your Jurisdiction] for matters not subject to arbitration
12. Changes to Terms
We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. We will notify users of significant changes by posting the updated Terms on our website and updating the "Last updated" date. Your continued use of our services after changes become effective constitutes acceptance of the new Terms.
13. Severability
If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable or invalid, the remaining provisions will continue in full force and effect. The unenforceable provision will be replaced with an enforceable provision that most closely reflects the original intent.
14. Contact Information
If you have any questions about these Terms of Service, please contact us:
By using ClassicJoy Games, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service.