Terms of Use

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing and using EverythingMinecraft.com (the "Website") and our associated Minecraft server (the "Server"), you accept and agree to be bound by these Terms of Use. If you do not agree to these terms, please do not use our services.

We reserve the right to update or modify these terms at any time without prior notice. Your continued use of the Website or Server following any changes constitutes acceptance of those changes.

2. Website Use

Permitted Use

You may use our Website to:

• Browse and search for Minecraft blocks, items, and recipes
• Download schematics and blueprints for personal use
• Participate in our community forums (when logged in)
• Access guides and tutorials
• Submit content in accordance with our guidelines

Prohibited Activities

You agree NOT to:

• Use automated scripts, bots, or scrapers to access or download content
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems or databases
• Upload malicious code, viruses, or harmful content
• Impersonate other users or staff members
• Redistribute content without proper attribution
• Use our services for any illegal or harmful purposes
• Spam, harass, or abuse other users

3. Minecraft Server Rules

General Conduct

All players on our Minecraft server must:

• Be respectful to all players and staff at all times
• Keep chat family-friendly and appropriate
• Follow staff instructions promptly
• Report rule violations or bugs to staff
• Use appropriate usernames (no offensive names)

Gameplay Rules

• No Griefing: Do not destroy, modify, or steal from other players' builds
• No Cheating: No hacked clients, x-ray mods, or unfair advantages
• No Exploiting: Do not exploit bugs or glitches for personal gain
• Build Permissions: Always ask before building near other players
• PvP Rules: Follow server-specific PvP guidelines
• Resource Sharing: Be considerate when gathering resources

Consequences

Violations of server rules may result in:

• Verbal warnings
• Temporary mutes or kicks
• Temporary bans (varying durations)
• Permanent bans for severe or repeated violations

4. User Accounts

If you create an account on our Website, you are responsible for:

• Maintaining the confidentiality of your password
• All activities that occur under your account
• Notifying us immediately of any unauthorized access
• Providing accurate and up-to-date information

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate accounts that violate these terms or engage in suspicious activity.

5. User-Generated Content

Content Submission

When you submit content (schematics, builds, forum posts, etc.) to our Website or Server, you agree that:

• You own the rights to the content or have permission to share it
• Your content does not infringe on any third-party rights
• Your content complies with our community guidelines
• We may use, display, and distribute your content on our platform

Content Guidelines

All submitted content must be:

• Original or properly attributed
• Appropriate for all ages
• Relevant to Minecraft
• Free from offensive, hateful, or discriminatory material
• Free from personal information of others

We reserve the right to remove any content that violates these guidelines without notice.

6. Intellectual Property

Website Content

All content on EverythingMinecraft.com, including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, images, and software, is the property of EverythingMinecraft.com or its content suppliers and is protected by copyright laws.

Minecraft Content

Minecraft is a trademark of Mojang AB (now Microsoft). We are not affiliated with, endorsed by, or connected to Mojang AB or Microsoft. All Minecraft-related content is used in accordance with Mojang's Brand and Asset Guidelines.

User Content License

By submitting content, you grant us a worldwide, non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use, reproduce, modify, and display your content on our platform.

7. Third-Party Links

Our Website may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for the content, privacy policies, or practices of these external sites. Accessing third-party links is at your own risk.

8. Disclaimers and Limitations

Service Availability

We strive to maintain 24/7 uptime for both our Website and Server, but we do not guarantee uninterrupted service. We may perform maintenance, updates, or experience downtime without prior notice.

Content Accuracy

While we make every effort to provide accurate information about Minecraft blocks, items, and recipes, we do not guarantee the accuracy or completeness of our content. Minecraft updates frequently, and information may become outdated.

Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, EverythingMinecraft.com shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages arising from your use of our services.

9. Data Protection and Privacy

Your privacy is important to us. Please review our Privacy Policy to understand how we collect, use, and protect your personal information.

Key points:

• We collect minimal personal information
• We do not sell your data to third parties
• We use cookies to improve user experience
• Server logs may record gameplay data

10. Age Requirements

Our Website and Server are intended for users of all ages. However:

• Users under 13 must have parental permission to use our services
• Users under 18 should have parental guidance when sharing personal information
• Parents are responsible for monitoring their children's online activities

11. Termination

We reserve the right to terminate or suspend access to our Website or Server immediately, without prior notice or liability, for any reason, including but not limited to:

• Violation of these Terms of Use
• Fraudulent or illegal activities
• Harassment or abuse of other users or staff
• Repeated rule violations

12. Changes to Services

We reserve the right to modify or discontinue any aspect of our Website or Server at any time, including:

• Features and functionality
• Server rules and gameplay mechanics
• Content availability
• User privileges and access levels

13. Dispute Resolution

If you have a dispute with another user, we encourage you to:

• Attempt to resolve the issue directly and respectfully
• Contact a staff member for mediation if needed
• Use our contact form for formal complaints

Any disputes between you and EverythingMinecraft.com shall be resolved through good faith negotiation.

14. Governing Law

These Terms of Use shall be governed by and construed in accordance with applicable international laws for online services. Your use of our services constitutes your agreement to comply with all applicable local, national, and international laws.

15. Severability

If any provision of these Terms of Use is found to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.

16. Contact Information

If you have questions, concerns, or complaints about these Terms of Use, please contact us:

• Website: Contact Form
• Discord: Join our Discord server
• In-Game: Contact any staff member on the server

We aim to respond to all inquiries within 48 hours.

17. Acknowledgment

By using EverythingMinecraft.com and our Minecraft server, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Use. You also acknowledge that these terms constitute a legally binding agreement between you and EverythingMinecraft.com.

Thank you for being part of our community!