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Terms of Service

Last updated: January 5, 2026

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using ThreadChain.io (the "Service"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service ("Terms"). If you do not agree to these Terms, you may not access or use the Service. These Terms apply to all visitors, users, and others who access or use the Service.

2. Description of Service

ThreadChain.io is a discussion platform that allows users to create accounts, post content, comment on discussions, vote on content, and interact with other users. We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue the Service at any time without notice.

3. User Accounts

3.1 Registration

To access certain features of the Service, you must register for an account. You agree to provide accurate, current, and complete information during registration and to update such information to keep it accurate.

3.2 Account Security

You are responsible for safeguarding your account credentials and for all activities that occur under your account. You must notify us immediately of any unauthorized use of your account.

3.3 Account Eligibility

You must be at least 13 years old to use the Service. If you are under 18, you represent that you have your parent or guardian's permission to use the Service.

3.4 Username Requirements

When selecting a username, you must adhere to the following requirements:

  • Usernames must be 3-20 characters and contain only letters, numbers, and underscores
  • Usernames may not contain profanity, slurs, vulgar language, or offensive content
  • Usernames may not impersonate staff, moderators, administrators, or official accounts
  • Usernames may not contain threats, harassment, or hate speech
  • Usernames consisting only of numbers are not permitted

We reserve the right to reject or remove usernames that violate these requirements or are otherwise inappropriate, even if not explicitly listed above.

3.5 Username Changes and Retirement

Username changes are subject to the following policies:

  • Each account may only change its username once
  • Changing your username will reset your points and tier to starting values
  • When you change your username, your previous username is permanently retired and cannot be claimed by anyone else
  • Retired usernames cannot be reused to prevent impersonation and confusion

4. User Content

4.1 Your Content

You retain ownership of any content you submit, post, or display on the Service ("User Content"). By posting User Content, you grant us a worldwide, non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use, copy, modify, distribute, publish, and process your User Content in connection with operating the Service.

4.2 Content Responsibility

You are solely responsible for your User Content. You represent and warrant that you have all necessary rights to post your User Content and that it does not violate any laws or these Terms.

4.3 Content Moderation

We reserve the right, but are not obligated, to monitor, edit, or remove any User Content at our sole discretion. We may also terminate or suspend accounts that violate these Terms.

5. Prohibited Conduct

You agree not to engage in any of the following prohibited activities:

  • Posting illegal, harmful, threatening, abusive, harassing, defamatory, or otherwise objectionable content
  • Impersonating any person or entity
  • Posting spam, advertisements, or solicitations without permission
  • Attempting to gain unauthorized access to accounts or systems
  • Interfering with or disrupting the Service
  • Using automated scripts or bots without permission
  • Collecting user information without consent
  • Posting content that infringes intellectual property rights
  • Engaging in vote manipulation or artificial engagement
  • Circumventing any content filtering or moderation measures
  • Violating any applicable laws or regulations

6. Community Standards and Anti-Bullying Policy

ThreadChain.io is committed to maintaining a safe, respectful environment that promotes mature discourse. We have zero tolerance for bullying, harassment, and harmful behavior.

6.1 Prohibited Behavior

The following behaviors are strictly prohibited and may result in immediate action:

  • Threats: Any threats of violence, harm, or intimidation toward other users
  • Harassment: Targeted attacks, stalking, or persistent unwanted contact
  • Bullying: Personal insults, mockery, or content intended to demean others
  • Hate Speech: Slurs or attacks based on race, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, disability, or other protected characteristics
  • Doxxing: Sharing or threatening to share others' personal information
  • Encouraging Self-Harm: Content that encourages suicide or self-injury
  • Gaslighting: Deliberately attempting to make others question their reality or sanity

6.2 Automated Content Moderation

We use automated systems to detect and respond to potentially harmful content. Our system categorizes content into three levels:

  • Severe Violations: Content containing threats or extreme harassment will be blocked immediately
  • Moderate Violations: Content containing personal attacks or bullying will trigger a warning, allowing you to revise before posting
  • Minor Concerns: Borderline content may be flagged for moderator review without blocking

6.3 Strike System and Consequences

Violations of community standards result in strikes against your account:

  • Severe violations result in 2 strikes
  • Moderate violations result in 1 strike
  • At 3 strikes: 24-hour commenting suspension
  • At 6 strikes: 7-day commenting suspension
  • At 9 strikes: 30-day commenting suspension
  • Continued violations may result in permanent account termination

Strikes expire after 90 days for severe violations and 30 days for moderate violations, provided no new violations occur during that period.

6.4 Positive Community Recognition

We believe in recognizing positive contributions. Users who consistently post thoughtful, constructive comments may receive bonus points as recognition for helping build a healthy community environment.

6.5 Appeals

If you believe content was incorrectly flagged or a warning was issued in error, you may contact our moderation team for review. Human moderators can overturn automated decisions when appropriate.

7. Intellectual Property

7.1 Our Content

The Service and its original content (excluding User Content), features, and functionality are owned by ThreadChain.io and are protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

7.2 Feedback

Any feedback, suggestions, or ideas you provide about the Service may be used by us without any obligation to you.

8. Third-Party Links and Advertising

The Service may contain links to third-party websites and display advertisements from third parties (including Google AdSense). We are not responsible for the content, privacy policies, or practices of third-party sites or advertisers.

Third-party advertisements may use cookies and similar technologies to serve ads based on your interests. You can manage your advertising preferences through the cookie consent options provided on our Site.

9. Disclaimer of Warranties

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. WE DO NOT WARRANT THAT THE SERVICE WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED, SECURE, OR ERROR-FREE.

10. Limitation of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, THREADCHAIN.IO SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, OR ANY LOSS OF PROFITS OR REVENUES, WHETHER INCURRED DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY, OR ANY LOSS OF DATA, USE, GOODWILL, OR OTHER INTANGIBLE LOSSES RESULTING FROM YOUR ACCESS TO OR USE OF THE SERVICE.

11. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless ThreadChain.io and its officers, directors, employees, and agents from any claims, damages, losses, liabilities, and expenses (including attorneys' fees) arising out of your use of the Service, your User Content, or your violation of these Terms.

12. Termination

We may terminate or suspend your account and access to the Service at any time, without prior notice or liability, for any reason, including if you breach these Terms. Upon termination, your right to use the Service will immediately cease.

13. Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the United States, without regard to its conflict of law provisions. Any disputes arising under these Terms shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts located in the United States.

14. Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Terms on this page and updating the "Last updated" date. Your continued use of the Service after any changes constitutes acceptance of the new Terms.

15. 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.

16. Contact Us

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

Email: legal@threadchain.io