Terms of Service

Privacy update scope

The disabled optional telemetry and in-app deletion described here apply to Tavla 1.5.3 with the corresponding server update. Older installations may continue previous collection and lack this deletion control. Update the app or email devappgea@gmail.com to request deletion. Historical provider data is not automatically erased by updating or deleting your game account.

1. Acceptance of Terms

By downloading, installing, or using the Tavla mobile application ("App"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Use ("Terms"). If you do not agree to these Terms, do not use the App.

These Terms constitute a legally binding agreement between you and Appgea ("we," "our," or "us").

2. Description of Service

Tavla is a digital backgammon (tavla) game application that provides:

• Single Player Mode: Play against AI opponents with adjustable difficulty
• Local Multiplayer: Play with another person on the same device
• LAN Multiplayer: Play with others on the same WiFi network
• Online Multiplayer: Play ranked matches against other players over the internet, with matchmaking, leaderboards, profiles, avatars, and preset emote reactions
• Ranking System: Track your progress through rank tiers
• Statistics Tracking: Monitor your wins, losses, and game performance
• Match System: Play series of games to a target score
• Cosmetics: Optional paid board skins, checker sets, dice sets, emblems, and club color sets. Free defaults are always available.
• Tavla Plus: An optional auto-renewing monthly subscription (see Section 7)

3. License to Use

Grant of License

We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to use Tavla for personal, non-commercial purposes in accordance with these Terms.

Restrictions

You may NOT:

• Modify, reverse engineer, decompile, or disassemble the App
• Remove or alter any copyright, trademark, or proprietary notices
• Use the App for commercial purposes without written permission
• Create derivative works based on the App
• Use automated systems, bots, scripts, or external assistance to play the game
• Create multiple or fake accounts to manipulate matchmaking, rankings, or rewards
• Attempt to hack, exploit, intercept, or gain unauthorized access to the App or our servers
• Use the App to violate any laws or regulations

4. Game Rules and Fair Play

Backgammon Rules

Tavla follows standard international backgammon rules:

• 15 checkers per player
• Movement based on two dice rolls
• Hitting and re-entering from the bar
• Bearing off when all checkers are in the home board
• Mars (gammon): Winning when opponent has borne off no checkers

Fair Play Policy

When playing any form of multiplayer (LAN or online):

• Do not use external assistance, automation, or cheating tools
• Do not collude with other players or engage in match-fixing or "win-trading"
• Do not create multiple accounts to inflate your rank or rewards
• Do not harass, abuse, threaten, or use offensive language or reactions
• Do not intentionally disconnect to avoid losses
• Play in good faith and follow the spirit of the game

Violations may result in restriction, suspension, or termination of access, and in the case of online play, loss of your online profile, rank, and virtual items.

5. Online Multiplayer and Your Account

Anonymous Account

To play online, the App automatically creates an anonymous account for you through Firebase Authentication. This account is identified by a randomly generated user ID and is not tied to your real name, email, or phone number. You do not register a username or password.

You are responsible for all activity that takes place under your account on your device.

Matchmaking and Online Profile

When you play online, we maintain a server-side profile linked to your anonymous account, which may include your chosen display name, selected avatar, online rating and rank, statistics, and virtual currency. This information is used to provide matchmaking, ranked play, and leaderboards, and certain parts (such as your display name, avatar, and rank) are visible to other players.

Server-Authoritative Results

For online play, our servers are the authority on match results, ratings, rankings, leaderboards, and virtual item balances. We may correct, adjust, or reset these where we reasonably believe there has been an error, a bug, or a violation of these Terms.

Connection and Disconnection

Online play requires a stable internet connection. If you disconnect, quit, or lose connection during a match, the match may be recorded as a loss or forfeit. We are not responsible for results affected by your network conditions.

6. Online Conduct and Moderation

Online multiplayer is a shared, social environment. When playing online you agree not to:

• Harass, bully, threaten, defame, or discriminate against other players
• Use display names, avatars, or emote reactions in an offensive, hateful, sexual, or deceptive way
• Impersonate other players, us, or any third party
• Disrupt matches, spam, or exploit other players

Reporting and Blocking

The App provides in-app tools to report and block other players. Reports (including any reason you provide and the reported player's anonymous ID) are sent to us for moderation review. We may, at our discretion, review reported conduct and take action — including warnings, removal of content, matchmaking restrictions, suspension, or permanent termination of an account.

We are not obligated to monitor online conduct, but we may do so. We are not responsible for the conduct of other players.

7. Purchases, Virtual Items, and Tavla Plus

Virtual Items

Tavla provides virtual items, including in-game currency ("coins") and cosmetic items such as board skins, checker sets, dice sets, emblems, club color sets, and avatars ("Virtual Items").

• Virtual Items are licensed to you for use within the App only; you do not own them.
• Virtual Items have no monetary or real-world value, are not redeemable for cash or anything of value, and may not be transferred, sold, or traded outside the App.
• Virtual Items are cosmetic. They change how the game looks. They never change the dice, the odds, the AI, or any other part of how the game is played, and they give you no advantage over any other player.
• You have no ownership right in Virtual Items, and your access to them ends if your account or access is terminated, or if the App or its online services are discontinued.

One-Time Purchases

Some Virtual Items may be bought as one-time, non-consumable in-app purchases. Once bought, they remain available to the store account that bought them, and can be restored on a new device with the in-app Restore Purchases action.

Tavla Plus (Auto-Renewing Subscription)

Tavla Plus is an optional auto-renewing subscription. You do not need it to play. The App is fully playable, with free default skins, without any purchase.

• What it unlocks: the Şevket opponent with his voice pack, every cosmetic theme in the App, and removal of interstitial advertisements. It unlocks appearance and opponents only. It confers no gameplay advantage.
• Length of subscription: one month per billing period.
• Price: shown in your local currency on the subscription screen inside the App, and on the store listing, before you confirm. Prices may differ by country and may change; any change is notified in advance in line with the applicable store's rules and does not apply to a period you have already paid for.
• Automatic renewal: the subscription renews automatically at the end of each billing period, and your store account is charged for renewal within 24 hours before the end of the current period, unless auto-renewal is turned off at least 24 hours before that period ends.
• How to cancel: manage or cancel the subscription in your store account settings — on iOS, Settings → your Apple Account → Subscriptions; on Android, Google Play → Payments & subscriptions → Subscriptions. Deleting the App does not cancel the subscription. Cancelling stops the next renewal; access continues until the end of the period already paid for.
• Free trials and offers: if a free trial or introductory offer is ever provided, any unused portion of it is forfeited when you buy the subscription, where the applicable store requires this.
• What happens when it ends: the Şevket opponent, the subscription-only themes, and ad-free play stop. Anything you bought outright as a one-time purchase is unaffected and stays yours.

Billing, Refunds, and Restoring

• All purchases and subscriptions are processed by Apple or Google, under that store's payment terms, and are billed to your store account. We do not receive or store your payment card details.
• Purchase entitlements are managed for us by RevenueCat, Inc., which records what your store account has bought so it can be restored across your devices.
• Purchases are final and non-refundable except where a refund is required by applicable law, or where the store grants one under its own policy. Refund requests are handled by Apple or Google, not by us.
• EU/EEA and UK users: where you have a statutory right of withdrawal for digital content, that right is not affected by these Terms. It may be lost once delivery of the content has begun with your express consent.
• If you are billed but do not receive access, use Restore Purchases in the App first, then contact us at devappgea@gmail.com.

8. Local Network (LAN) Multiplayer

Network Requirements

• Both players must be on the same WiFi network
• Firewall settings must allow UDP broadcast (port 41234) and TCP (port 41235)
• Stable network connection required for smooth gameplay

LAN Communication

• All data stays on your local network
• Communication is unencrypted (standard for local games)
• Player names are visible to others on your network
• We are not responsible for data transmitted over your local network

Player Conduct

When playing LAN multiplayer:

• Use appropriate player names (no offensive language)
• Respect other players
• Do not spam connection requests
• Do not exploit network vulnerabilities

9. Ranking and Progression System

How Rankings Work

• Online and offline play track rating and rank based on game and match outcomes.
• Online ratings, ranks, and leaderboards are calculated and stored on our servers and are authoritative.
• Offline/local statistics are stored on your device.

Fair Ranking

• Rankings are based on game outcomes
• We do not guarantee preservation of local ratings across devices or reinstalls
• Online profile data is tied to your anonymous account and may be reset or removed as described in these Terms
• Intentional manipulation of ratings, matchmaking, or rewards may result in account restrictions or termination

10. Advertisements

Ad Display

Tavla is a free app supported by advertisements:

• Banner Ads: Displayed during gameplay
• Interstitial Ads: Full-screen ads shown between games
• Rewarded Ads: Optional only. You are never shown one unless you choose it.

Interstitial advertisements are removed while a Tavla Plus subscription is active, and by the Remove Ads purchase (see Section 7).

Your Rights

• You may opt out of personalized ads through device settings or the in-app Privacy options
• In the EEA/UK, ad consent is requested through Google's User Messaging Platform (UMP)
• Ads are provided by Google AdMob and subject to Google's policies
• We do not control ad content (managed by Google)

Prohibited Actions

You may NOT:

• Click ads artificially to generate revenue
• Use ad-blocking software to remove ads
• Manipulate ad display or tracking
• Report ads fraudulently

11. User Content (Names, Avatars, and Emotes)

Your Content

In multiplayer, you may set a display name, choose an avatar, and send preset emote reactions. Tavla does not provide free-form text chat. You are solely responsible for the display name you choose.

License

By using a display name, avatar, or emote in online play, you grant us a non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free license to host, store, and display that content to other players as part of operating the App (for example, to your opponent and on leaderboards).

Prohibited Content

Display names and other content may NOT contain:

• Profanity or vulgar language
• Hate speech or discriminatory content
• Personal information of others
• Impersonation of others
• Spam or advertising

We reserve the right to restrict, remove, or reset any display name, avatar, or content that violates these Terms.

12. Intellectual Property

Our Rights

All content in Tavla, including but not limited to game design and mechanics, graphics, animations, avatars, visual assets, code and software, rank icons and badges, and UI/UX design, is owned by Appgea or our licensors and protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

Your Rights

You retain ownership of:

• Your locally stored game statistics
• The display name you choose (subject to the license above)
• Screenshots you take of gameplay (for personal use)

Permitted Use

You may:

• Share screenshots on social media
• Stream or record gameplay (non-commercial)
• Discuss the game online

Prohibited Use

You may NOT:

• Extract game assets for other projects
• Create competing apps using our designs
• Sell or monetize our content
• Claim ownership of our intellectual property

13. Third-Party Services

Tavla uses the following third-party services:

• Firebase Authentication (Google): Anonymous online accounts
• AdMob (Google): Advertisement delivery
• RevenueCat: In-app purchase and subscription entitlement management
• Apple App Store / Google Play: Payment processing for purchases and subscriptions
• Local Network: For LAN multiplayer

Your use of these services is subject to their respective terms:

• Google Terms of Service
• Google Play Services Terms

14. Service Availability

Online features depend on our servers and your internet connection. We do not guarantee that online services will be uninterrupted, error-free, or available at any particular time. We may modify, suspend, or discontinue online multiplayer, leaderboards, or other features, in whole or in part, at any time, with or without notice.

15. Disclaimers and Limitations

"AS IS" Basis

Tavla is provided "AS IS" and "AS AVAILABLE" without warranties of any kind, either express or implied, including but not limited to merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, non-infringement, and uninterrupted or error-free operation.

No Gambling

Tavla does NOT involve:

• Real money wagering
• Cash prizes or payouts
• Gambling mechanics

Virtual Items have no cash value (see Section 7). The game is for entertainment and skill development.

Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, Appgea shall NOT be liable for:

• Loss of data, game statistics, online profile, rank, or Virtual Items
• Interruption or discontinuation of service
• Errors, bugs, or crashes
• Incompatibility with devices
• Third-party service failures (Firebase, AdMob, RevenueCat)
• Network issues (LAN or internet)
• Conduct of other players
• Indirect, incidental, or consequential damages

Maximum Liability

Our total liability for any claim shall not exceed the greater of (a) the amount you actually paid us for the App and its in-app purchases in the twelve months before the claim, or (b) USD 50.

16. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Appgea, its affiliates, and licensors from any claims, damages, or expenses arising from:

• Your violation of these Terms
• Your use of the App
• Your display name, content, or conduct in multiplayer
• Infringement of any third-party rights

17. Privacy

Your use of Tavla is also governed by our Privacy Policy. Reading these terms or using the App does not replace consent where consent is required.

Key privacy points:

• Online play uses an anonymous account (no real name, email, or phone number)
• A server-side profile (display name, avatar, stats, rank, coins) supports online features
• Firebase Analytics, Crashlytics uploads and TikTok event tracking are disabled in this update
• Local statistics are stored on your device; LAN data stays on your network

See the full Privacy Policy at: <https://appgea.com/tavla/privacy/>

18. Updates and Changes

App Updates

We may release updates to fix bugs, improve performance, add features, enhance security, and comply with platform requirements. Updates may require acceptance of new Terms, change game mechanics or balance, or modify or remove features.

Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. Changes will be effective:

• Immediately upon posting for minor changes
• After 30 days notice for material changes

Continued use after changes constitutes acceptance.

19. Termination

By You

You may stop using Tavla at any time by uninstalling the App. To delete your online account, open Settings > Delete online account. Backend profile and linked records are removed before Firebase Authentication. If deletion does not finish, stay signed in and retry from Settings. Other players’ statistics and your local offline records remain separate. A hashed replay-prevention marker is kept for 24 hours. Contact us if you cannot finish or access the account. Historical provider data requires a separate request. Uninstalling the App does not cancel a Tavla Plus subscription — cancel it in your Apple or Google store account settings, as described in Section 7.

By Us

We reserve the right to:

• Suspend or terminate your access (including your online account) for violations of these Terms
• Discontinue the App or its online services at any time without notice
• Remove features or functionality

Upon termination:

• Your license to use Tavla ends immediately
• Your online profile, rank, and Virtual Items may be removed
• Local statistics may be deleted
• No refunds or compensation are provided, except where a refund is required by applicable law or granted by Apple or Google under their own policies

20. Geographic Restrictions

Tavla is available worldwide, but:

• Some features may not be available in all regions
• Ads may vary by location
• We make no representation that the App is appropriate for all locations
• You are responsible for compliance with local laws

21. Children's Use

Tavla is intended for a general audience and is not directed to children under 13. Online multiplayer involves interaction with other players (display names, avatars, and preset emotes). We recommend:

• Parental supervision for children
• Parental review of online and LAN multiplayer interactions
• Parental guidance on ad content
• Parental control of device advertising settings

We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. See our Privacy Policy for details.

22. Dispute Resolution

Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the jurisdiction where Appgea is registered, without regard to conflict of law provisions.

Informal Resolution

Before filing a legal claim, please contact us at devappgea@gmail.com to attempt informal resolution.

Arbitration (If Applicable)

Any disputes may be subject to binding arbitration as permitted by local law.

Class Action Waiver

You agree to resolve disputes individually and waive the right to participate in class actions or representative proceedings.

23. Miscellaneous

Entire Agreement

These Terms and the Privacy Policy constitute the entire agreement between you and Appgea regarding Tavla.

Severability

If any provision is found invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions remain in full effect.

Waiver

Our failure to enforce any right or provision does not constitute a waiver of that right.

Assignment

You may not assign these Terms. We may assign our rights and obligations to any party.

Force Majeure

We are not liable for delays or failures due to circumstances beyond our reasonable control.

Survival

Provisions that by their nature should survive termination shall survive (including intellectual property, disclaimers, and limitations of liability).

24. Contact Information

For questions, concerns, or feedback regarding these Terms, or to request deletion of your online account:

Email: devappgea@gmail.com
Developer: Appgea
App: Tavla (Backgammon)

25. Platform-Specific Terms

Apple App Store

If you downloaded Tavla from the Apple App Store:

• These Terms are between you and Appgea, not Apple
• Apple has no obligation to provide maintenance or support
• Apple is not responsible for the App or content
• Apple is a third-party beneficiary and may enforce these Terms

Google Play Store

If you downloaded Tavla from Google Play:

• These Terms are between you and Appgea, not Google
• Google has no obligation or liability regarding the App
• You agree to comply with Google Play Terms of Service

26. Open Source

Tavla uses open-source libraries. Licenses for these libraries are available in the App or upon request.

27. Acknowledgment

By using Tavla, you acknowledge that:

• You have read and understood these Terms
• You agree to be bound by these Terms
• You are of legal age to enter into this agreement
• You will comply with all applicable laws

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Appgea
Last Updated: September 8, 2026

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