User Code of Conduct

Welcome to MadKidGames — a vibrant, multi-developer HTML5 gaming platform dedicated to free and safe gameplay for everyone. To foster a welcoming and respectful environment, all users must follow this User Code of Conduct when using any feature of the platform, including games, forums, messaging, comments, and developer tools.

1. General Expectations

All users must act respectfully and responsibly while interacting with the site, games, or community. By using MadKidGames, you agree to:

Follow all posted rules, terms, and policies
Respect other users, developers, moderators, and administrators
Use the platform only for lawful purposes
Protect your account credentials and activity

2. Prohibited Behavior

The following behaviors are strictly forbidden and may result in account suspension or a permanent ban:

Harassment: Bullying, threatening, or abusing others
Hate Speech: Racism, sexism, homophobia, or attacks based on religion, nationality, or identity
Spam: Posting irrelevant or repetitive content in comments, messages, or game titles
Impersonation: Pretending to be another user, developer, or admin
Exploitation: Cheating, hacking, or manipulating gameplay unfairly
Inappropriate Content: Sharing or uploading adult, sexual, violent, or harmful content

3. Child and Minor Protection

We take children's safety seriously. If you're under the age of 13, please review our Child Safety Policy with a parent or guardian. Users must not:

Solicit personal information from minors
Post content that may exploit or endanger children
Bypass age-restricted features or parental controls

4. Respecting Game Developers

Game developers are the core of MadKidGames. Users must not:

Steal, copy, or redistribute games or assets from the platform
Post negative or abusive reviews in bad faith
Reverse engineer or modify games without permission

5. Usernames, Avatars, and Profiles

All public identifiers must be appropriate and safe for all ages. Users may not use:

Offensive or vulgar usernames or profile text
Sexual or graphic avatars
Fake developer claims or misleading impersonations

6. Account Security

You are responsible for your account. Do not share your login credentials. Notify us immediately if you suspect unauthorized access. Creating multiple accounts to exploit platform features (e.g., voting, promotions) is prohibited.

7. Game Interactions

When playing or commenting on games:

Provide constructive feedback
Report bugs or offensive content appropriately
Do not post spoilers without warning
Avoid toxic behavior like griefing, trolling, or cheating

8. Community Features

Users may participate in comments, forums, or direct messaging (where available). While participating:

Keep conversations civil and appropriate
Do not advertise external websites, cheats, or illegal content
Do not share personal information such as addresses, passwords, or phone numbers

9. Reporting Violations

If you witness a violation of this Code of Conduct, you may report it to the moderation team at:

Email: [email protected]

All reports will be investigated fairly. Repeated abuse of the reporting system may itself be a violation.

10. Enforcement

MadKidGames reserves the right to take the following actions for violations:

Issue warnings or temporary suspensions
Permanently ban accounts or IP addresses
Remove offensive games, posts, or comments without notice
Report illegal activity to law enforcement

11. Updates to This Policy

This Code of Conduct may be updated from time to time to reflect changes in law, platform features, or community behavior. Users will be notified of major changes via email or announcements.

12. Final Notes

Thank you for being a part of the MadKidGames community. Your behavior helps us grow a safe, inclusive, and fun gaming experience for all. Let’s keep it respectful, creative, and fair!