Terms and Conditions

Effective Date: November 18, 2025

These Terms and Conditions represent a legally binding agreement between you and Horizonpaw regarding your use of our website and services. By accessing our website or engaging with our services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions.

Please read these Terms carefully. If you do not agree with any part of these Terms, you must not use our website or services.

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing and using the Horizonpaw website and services, you represent and warrant that:

1.1 You are at least 18 years of age or have reached the age of majority in your jurisdiction
1.2 You have the legal capacity to enter into binding agreements
1.3 You will comply with all applicable local, national, and international laws and regulations
1.4 All information you provide is accurate, current, and complete

2. User Obligations and Conduct

2.1 General Conduct Requirements

As a user of our website and services, you agree to:

• Use our services in a lawful and ethical manner
• Respect the intellectual property rights of Horizonpaw and third parties
• Maintain the confidentiality of any account credentials or sensitive information
• Provide accurate and truthful information in all communications
• Notify us immediately of any unauthorized use of your account or security breaches

2.2 Prohibited Activities

You expressly agree not to:

• Engage in any form of harassment, abuse, or threatening behavior
• Upload or transmit viruses, malware, or any harmful computer code
• Attempt to reverse engineer, decompile, or disassemble any aspect of our services
• Use automated systems or bots to access our services without permission
• Collect or harvest personal information about other users
• Engage in any activity that interferes with or disrupts our services
• Circumvent any security measures or access restrictions
• Use our services for any fraudulent or illegal purposes

2.3 Content Guidelines

Any content you submit or communicate through our services must not contain material that is defamatory, obscene, discriminatory, infringing on intellectual property rights, or otherwise objectionable or unlawful.

3. Professional Services and Project Agreements

3.1 Scope of Services

Horizonpaw provides game development services including design, development, testing, and distribution support. The specific scope, deliverables, timelines, and compensation for any project will be defined in a separate project agreement.

3.2 Project Commitments

When engaging in a project with Horizonpaw, clients agree to:

• Provide timely feedback and approvals as specified in project agreements
• Supply necessary materials, information, and assets in a timely manner
• Make payments according to agreed schedules and terms
• Maintain open and professional communication throughout the project

3.3 Client Responsibilities

Clients are responsible for ensuring they have all necessary rights and permissions for any materials provided to Horizonpaw, including concepts, artwork, characters, and other intellectual property elements.

4. Warranties and Disclaimers

4.1 Website and Services Disclaimer

The Horizonpaw website and general information provided are offered on an "as is" and "as available" basis. We make no representations or warranties of any kind, express or implied, regarding:

4.1.1 The accuracy, completeness, or reliability of information on our website
4.1.2 The uninterrupted or error-free operation of our website
4.1.3 The security of data transmission or storage
4.1.4 The suitability of our services for your particular needs

4.2 Project-Specific Warranties

Warranties specific to game development projects will be detailed in individual project agreements. These may include warranties regarding code functionality, adherence to specifications, and professional workmanship standards.

4.3 No Guarantee of Results

While we strive for excellence, we cannot guarantee specific outcomes, market success, user reception, or financial returns for any game development project. Success depends on numerous factors beyond our control, including market conditions, competition, and user preferences.

5. Limitation of Liability

5.1 General Limitations

To the maximum extent permitted by applicable law, Horizonpaw, its officers, directors, employees, and agents shall not be liable for:

5.1.1 Any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages
5.1.2 Loss of profits, revenue, data, use, goodwill, or other intangible losses
5.1.3 Damages resulting from unauthorized access to or alteration of transmissions or data
5.1.4 Damages arising from third-party conduct or content

5.2 Maximum Liability Cap

Our total aggregate liability for all claims arising from or related to these Terms or your use of our services shall not exceed the greater of:

• The total amount paid by you to Horizonpaw in the twelve months preceding the event giving rise to liability, or
• Five hundred US dollars ($500)

6. Indemnification

6.1 Your Indemnification Obligations

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Horizonpaw and its affiliates from and against all claims, damages, losses, liabilities, costs, and expenses (including reasonable legal fees) arising from or relating to:

6.1.1 Your violation of these Terms and Conditions
6.1.2 Your violation of any applicable laws or regulations
6.1.3 Your infringement of any intellectual property or other rights of third parties
6.1.4 Content or materials you provide that cause harm or liability
6.1.5 Your misuse of our services or website

6.2 Defense and Settlement

We reserve the right to assume exclusive defense and control of any matter subject to indemnification by you, in which case you agree to cooperate with our defense of such claim. You may not settle any claim without our prior written consent.

7. Intellectual Property

7.1 Ownership of Website Content

All content, materials, and intellectual property on the Horizonpaw website, including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, designs, code, and methodologies, are owned by or licensed to Horizonpaw and are protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

7.2 Project-Specific Intellectual Property

Ownership and licensing of intellectual property created during game development projects will be specifically addressed in project agreements. Generally:

• Clients retain ownership of their original concepts and provided materials
• Horizonpaw may retain ownership of development tools, frameworks, and methodologies
• Specific deliverables and their ownership will be defined in project agreements

8. Privacy and Data Protection

Your privacy is important to us. Our collection, use, and protection 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 practices described in our Privacy Policy.

We comply with applicable data protection laws, including the General Data Protection Regulation for users in the European Union, and maintain appropriate security measures to protect your personal information.

9. Dispute Resolution and Governing Law

9.1 Governing Law

These Terms and Conditions shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Sweden, without giving effect to any principles of conflicts of law.

9.2 Jurisdiction

Any disputes arising from or relating to these Terms or your use of our services shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts located in Stockholm, Sweden. You consent to the personal jurisdiction of such courts.

9.3 Informal Resolution

Before pursuing formal legal action, we encourage parties to attempt resolution through good faith negotiation. Please contact us with any concerns so we can work together toward a mutually acceptable solution.

10. Force Majeure

Neither party shall be liable for any failure or delay in performance under these Terms due to circumstances beyond their reasonable control, including but not limited to:

• Acts of God, natural disasters, or severe weather conditions
• War, terrorism, civil unrest, or government actions
• Pandemics, epidemics, or public health emergencies
• Strikes, labor disputes, or supplier failures
• Telecommunications or internet failures

In such events, the affected party's performance obligations shall be suspended for the duration of the force majeure event.

11. Modifications and Termination

11.1 Modifications to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms and Conditions at any time. Changes will become effective upon posting the updated Terms on our website with a new effective date. Material changes may be communicated through email or prominent website notice.

11.2 Termination Rights

Either party may terminate these Terms by ceasing use of our website and services. We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your access immediately for violation of these Terms, with or without notice.

11.3 Survival of Terms

Provisions relating to intellectual property, indemnification, disclaimers, limitations of liability, and dispute resolution shall survive termination of these Terms.

12. General Provisions

12.1 Entire Agreement

These Terms and Conditions, together with our Privacy Policy and any project-specific agreements, constitute the entire agreement between you and Horizonpaw regarding the subject matter herein and supersede all prior or contemporaneous communications and proposals.

12.2 Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid or unenforceable by a court of competent jurisdiction, such provision shall be modified to the minimum extent necessary to make it valid and enforceable, and the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.

12.3 Waiver

No waiver of any provision of these Terms shall be deemed a further or continuing waiver of such provision or any other provision. Our failure to enforce any right or provision shall not constitute a waiver of such right or provision.

12.4 Assignment

You may not assign or transfer these Terms or any rights hereunder without our prior written consent. We may assign our rights and obligations under these Terms without restriction.

Contact Information

If you have questions, concerns, or need clarification regarding these Terms and Conditions, please contact us. We are committed to addressing your inquiries in a timely and professional manner.