Terms of Service

Last Updated: July 22, 2025

Effective Date: July 22, 2025

Agreement to Terms

By accessing and using the BitChat APK application ("App") and our website (gamegridnetwork.com), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service ("Terms"). If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use our services.

These Terms apply to all users of the App and website, including without limitation users who are browsers, developers, contributors, or users of the service.

Description of Service

BitChat APK Application

BitChat APK is a decentralized, peer-to-peer messaging application that enables secure communication without internet connectivity using Bluetooth mesh networking technology. The App operates on a peer-to-peer basis without central servers.

Website Services

Our website provides:

  • Information about the BitChat APK application
  • Download links for the application
  • Documentation and user guides
  • Community resources and support

Open Source Nature

BitChat APK is an open-source project. The source code is available under the MIT License, and users are free to review, modify, and distribute the code in accordance with the license terms.

User Eligibility and Registration

Age Requirements

You must be at least 13 years old to use our services. If you are under 18, you must have parental or guardian consent to use our services.

No Registration Required

The BitChat APK application does not require user registration or account creation. You can use the App anonymously without providing any personal information.

Legal Compliance

You must use our services in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations in your jurisdiction. You are responsible for ensuring that your use of our services is legal in your location.

Acceptable Use Policy

Permitted Uses

You may use our services for:

  • Personal communication with friends and family
  • Emergency communication during disasters or outages
  • Professional communication in appropriate contexts
  • Educational and research purposes
  • Development and contribution to the open-source project

Prohibited Uses

You may not use our services to:

  • Transmit illegal content or engage in illegal activities
  • Harass, threaten, or harm others
  • Distribute malware, viruses, or other harmful code
  • Violate intellectual property rights
  • Interfere with the operation of the service
  • Attempt to gain unauthorized access to systems
  • Use the service for commercial purposes without permission

Content Responsibility

You are solely responsible for the content you transmit through the BitChat APK application. We do not monitor, review, or control the content of communications transmitted through our peer-to-peer network.

Privacy and Data Protection

Privacy Commitment

We are committed to protecting your privacy. Our privacy practices are detailed in our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated into these Terms by reference.

Data Minimization

BitChat APK is designed with privacy as a fundamental principle:

  • No personal information is collected or stored
  • Messages are transmitted peer-to-peer without server involvement
  • All communications are encrypted end-to-end
  • No user registration or accounts are required

Your Privacy Rights

You have certain rights regarding your personal information as outlined in our Privacy Policy. You can exercise these rights by contacting us at [email protected].

Intellectual Property Rights

Open Source License

BitChat APK is released under the MIT License, which allows you to:

  • Use, copy, modify, merge, publish, distribute, sublicense, and/or sell copies of the software
  • Permit persons to whom the software is furnished to do the same
  • Use the software for commercial purposes

Website Content

The content on our website (gamegridnetwork.com) is protected by copyright and other intellectual property laws. You may not reproduce, distribute, or create derivative works without our express written permission.

Contributions

If you contribute to the BitChat APK project, you retain ownership of your contributions but grant us a license to use, modify, and distribute your contributions under the MIT License.

Disclaimers and Limitations

Service Availability

We strive to provide reliable services, but we cannot guarantee:

  • Uninterrupted or error-free operation
  • Compatibility with all devices or operating systems
  • Availability of the service at all times
  • Security of communications in all circumstances

No Warranty

THE SERVICE IS PROVIDED "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, AND NON-INFRINGEMENT.

Limitation of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, WE SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO LOSS OF PROFITS, DATA, OR USE, INCURRED BY YOU OR ANY THIRD PARTY.

Security and Technical Considerations

Security Features

BitChat APK implements various security measures:

  • End-to-end encryption using the Noise Protocol framework
  • Peer-to-peer communication without central servers
  • Forward secrecy for message protection
  • Anonymous operation by default

Security Limitations

Despite these measures, no security system is perfect. You should be aware that:

  • Bluetooth communications can potentially be intercepted
  • Physical proximity is required for communication
  • Device security depends on your own security practices
  • The App is still in development and may have undiscovered vulnerabilities

Your Security Responsibilities

You are responsible for:

  • Keeping your device secure and updated
  • Using strong passwords and security practices
  • Being aware of your physical surroundings when using the App
  • Not sharing sensitive information in potentially compromised environments

Advertising and Monetization

Website Advertising

To support the development and maintenance of BitChat APK, our website may display advertisements provided by third-party advertising services, including Google AdSense. These advertisements help us keep the BitChat APK application free for all users.

Ad-Free Application

The BitChat APK application itself remains completely free of advertisements. All advertising is limited to our website (gamegridnetwork.com) and does not affect the functionality or user experience of the messaging application.

Third-Party Advertising Services

We use Google AdSense and other third-party advertising services that may:

  • Display personalized or non-personalized advertisements
  • Use cookies and tracking technologies to improve ad relevance
  • Collect data about your browsing behavior for advertising purposes
  • Show ads based on your interests and previous website visits

Your Choices Regarding Advertising

You have control over advertising personalization:

  • You can manage your Google Ads preferences at Google Ads Settings
  • You can use ad-blocking software to prevent advertisements from displaying
  • You can opt out of personalized advertising through industry opt-out pages
  • You can configure your browser to block advertising cookies

Revenue Use

Any revenue generated from website advertising is used to:

  • Cover hosting and infrastructure costs for the website
  • Support ongoing development of the BitChat APK application
  • Maintain and improve our services
  • Contribute to open-source development efforts

Third-Party Services and Links

External Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for the content, privacy practices, or availability of these external sites.

Third-Party Dependencies

BitChat APK may rely on certain third-party services:

  • GitHub for source code hosting and releases
  • Google Analytics for website usage statistics
  • Various open-source libraries and frameworks

These services have their own terms of service and privacy policies.

Termination

Your Right to Stop Using the Service

You may stop using our services at any time by simply uninstalling the App and ceasing to visit our website.

Our Right to Terminate

We may terminate or suspend access to our services immediately, without prior notice, for any reason, including if you breach these Terms.

Effect of Termination

Upon termination, your right to use the service will cease immediately. However, any provisions of these Terms that by their nature should survive termination shall remain in effect.

Governing Law and Dispute Resolution

Governing Law

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

Dispute Resolution

Any disputes arising from these Terms or your use of our services shall be resolved through:

  • Good faith negotiations between the parties
  • Mediation if negotiations fail
  • Binding arbitration as a last resort

Class Action Waiver

You agree that any disputes will be resolved individually, and you will not participate in any class action or representative proceeding.

Changes to Terms

Modification of Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. We will notify users of material changes by:

  • Posting the updated Terms on our website
  • Updating the "Last Updated" date
  • Providing notice through the App (if applicable)

Continued Use

Your continued use of our services after any changes constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms. If you do not agree to the changes, you should stop using our services.

Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable or invalid, that provision will be limited or eliminated to the minimum extent necessary so that these Terms will otherwise remain in full force and effect.

Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and us regarding the use of our services and supersede all prior agreements and understandings.

Contact Information

If you have any questions about these Terms of Service, please contact us:

Primary Contact

Legal Notices

For legal notices or service of process, please use the email address above. We will respond to all legitimate legal inquiries within a reasonable time.