Skip to main content

Terms of Use for HomeworldLore.net

Last Updated: November 2024


Welcome to HomeworldLore.net. By accessing or using this site, you agree to comply with and be bound by these Terms of Use. If you do not agree, please refrain from using the site.

1. Purpose of the Site

HomeworldLore.net is a fan-created resource dedicated to the Homeworld universe. The site documents official lore, fan fiction, mod information, and provides a platform for community contributions.

2. User Conduct

  • Respectful Interaction: Users are expected to interact respectfully. Harassment, hate speech, or abusive behavior will not be tolerated.
  • Relevant Content: Contributions should be relevant to the Homeworld universe and adhere to our content standards.
  • No Spam: Advertising, self-promotion, or unrelated content is prohibited.

3. Content Ownership and Licensing

  • User-Contributed Content: By submitting content to HomeworldLore.net, you retain ownership of your work but grant us a non-exclusive, perpetual, royalty-free license to display, adapt, and distribute it within the site.
  • Archival of Inactive Sources: Content gathered from old or inactive sources (e.g., forums, fan sites) is preserved under a commitment to credit original creators where possible. If you are the original author and would like your content removed or revised, please contact us.
  • Creative Commons: Unless otherwise specified, all content published on HomeworldLore.net is distributed under Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 4.0 (CC BY-SA 4.0) to promote sharing while ensuring attribution.
  • Copyright Compliance: Contributors must ensure their submissions respect intellectual property laws. If you believe your rights have been infringed, please contact us, and we will address the issue promptly.

4. Intellectual Property Disclaimer

  • Fan Project Status: HomeworldLore.net is an independent, fan-operated project and is not affiliated with, endorsed, or sponsored by the owners of the Homeworld intellectual property.
  • Trademark Ownership: All trademarks, logos, and images related to Homeworld are owned by their respective copyright holders. HomeworldLore.net does not claim ownership of these trademarks.

5. Disclaimer of Liability

  • Content Accuracy: HomeworldLore.net does not guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of the content. The site is provided “as is,” and users access it at their own risk.
  • External Links: The site may contain links to third-party websites. HomeworldLore.net is not responsible for the content or privacy practices of those sites.

6. Jurisdiction and Legal Compliance

HomeworldLore.net operates under Swedish law. Any legal disputes related to the use of the site will be resolved according to Swedish regulations.

7. Modifications to Terms

HomeworldLore.net reserves the right to update or modify these Terms of Use at any time. Changes will be posted on this page, and continued use of the site constitutes acceptance of these changes.

8. Contact Us

If you have any questions regarding these Terms of Use, please reach out to us via our Contact Page.