Terms of use

  1. Comments, Reviews, Ratings and Posting Terms

    The use of foul language or hatred in comments, reviews or any location on GameMaps.com, will have you silenced or banned. This includes negative intent, harassment and/or discrimination against an individual or group.

    Non-game content is strictly prohibited on GameMaps. All content, images, video's, and forum topics must be game related or targeted to the general interest of the gaming community. Any non-related content will be removed and your account will be warned or banned.

    Spam is not tolerated here under any circumstance. This includes offering hosting services (charged and free), competitive services, solicitation etc. Recruiting members for your own projects (moderators, designers, professional MOD work, etc.) is not permitted and is also considered spam. Users posting spam will be warned and their post removed. Do not spam, flood or troll comments, reviews, forums or messages for any reason. This action may result in being banned.

  2. Developer terms and conditions

    Maps and mods that contain the following content must be tagged as "Mature".

    • Provocative sexual content. (mature)

      • Close-up shots of breasts, buttocks, crotches.
      • Strategically covered nudity
      • Sheer or see-through clothing
      • Lewd or provocative poses
      • Sexual fetishes (eg. Foot Fetish)
    • Content that is not allowed on GameMaps.com

      • Defamatory, torturous, slanderous material.
      • Lotteries or gambling advertising.
      • Portraying illegal drugs.
      • Racism, hatred, or harm against any individual or group or nationality.
      • Copyrighted content or content without due credit.
      • Use of trademarks without permission.
      • Anything that offends the community as a whole or reflects negativity against GameMaps including its reputation.

    Your add-on may be removed additionally for the following reasons.

    • All map submissions should be taken seriously and accurately filled out.
    • All maps must have 'gameplay' screenshots that show the actual map / campaign.
    • Unreleased maps must be periodically updated to prevent removal due to inactivity.
    • Intentionally adding maps not intended for development may have your account banned.
    • Add-ons may be edited or removed by administrators to maintain site efficiency.
    • Reported by other members / visitors. (see sec. 2)
  3. Reporting Users / Add-ons

    When a user has been reported numerous times for the same reason within a specific duration; The account is automatically restricted or banned. If your add-ons are abandoned numerous times, your account will become restricted. If your account has been restricted you may contact us to gain full access.

  4. Downloads and Conditions

    Game images and screen shots may differ based on game settings and / or map versions and may not reflect the actual game experience. Always scan all downloads with anti-virus software using the latest virus definitions. Unauthorized changes to any core game files and components may be prohibited by the game developer and may return undesired results. GameMaps is not liable for any computer, or 3rd party account issues before or after visiting, downloading, or referring to content on this site.

  5. Add-on Submissions

    Add-ons can be added by any member resulting in distribution across the world. For quality assurance to our visitors; listings may be edited, revised or disabled at any time for any reason.

    • The right of reproduction; The right of distribution, and The right to make publicly available.

    The terms ensures that he/she is entitled to grant the actions above (Sec. 5) and that no rights of any third parties will be violated by GameMaps.

  6. Add-on Abandoned / Removal

    Developers can abandon maps, mods or tools at any time to discontinue development. Abandoned content will no longer be promoted or browsed on the site. The files details page will still exist and is required to notify players that your content has been abandoned. Once your add-on has been abandoned, it is at risk of being removed from our system within 60 days. In some cases, add-ons can not be removed without written or verbal consent.

  7. GameMaps PRO

    GameMaps PRO is an account upgrade that may remove advertisements and give you access to exclusive areas and PRO features. Using GameMaps PRO in a manner that is not consistent with its members may be terminated without a refund. GameMaps PRO features, prices, benefits and options may be changed, improved or removed at any time. All proceeds to PRO are put back into the sites development and operation costs.

  8. Account Payments and Deposits

    We use PayPal and Google Wallet as a secured credit processor and you may need to verify with your bank whether or not you can make Online payments with your credit / debit card. No card or billing information is stored on our servers and this is all handled by PayPal or Google. Please contact your bank if you have issues making a payment. You do not need to be a paypal or Google member in order to purchase a PRO membership. Please view the payment processing page for further payment options.

  9. Avatars & Profiles

    All avatars and profiles can be removed or reset by staff at any time for any reason. Please ensure your avatar is appropriate and follows the basic guidelines below.

    • Provocative sexual content is not allowed.

      • Close-up shots of breasts, buttocks, crotches.
      • Strategically covered nudity
      • Sheer or see-through clothing
      • Lewd or provocative poses
      • Sexual fetishes (eg. Foot Fetish)
    • Defamatory, torturous, slanderous material.
    • Lotteries or gambling advertising.
    • Portraying illegal drugs.
    • Use of trademarks without permission.
    • Racism, hatred, or harm against any individual or group or nationality.
    • Anything that offends the community as a whole or reflects negativity against GameMaps including its reputation.
  10. Private Messages

    To deter spam and provide better communication to our community we have implemented a private message system. Because these are private, we are not able to assist in harassment, spam or any messages with a negative intent. If you encounter a message you do not want to read, simply press the delete button.

  11. Our Commitment To Data Security and Privacy

    To prevent unauthorized access, maintain data accuracy, and ensure the correct use of information, we have put in place appropriate physical, electronic, and managerial procedures to safeguard and secure the information we collect Online For more information on your privacy, please view our privacy policy.

  12. Account Removal / Cancellation

    You have the option to remove your account from our system and database at any time. You must have your password ready before doing so. Please note for security purposes this does not remove your add-ons. Once your account has been marked for deletion it will automatically be removed within the deletion period. Members who have PRO access automatically receive 'account protection' and the account can not be deleted until after PRO membership has expired.

  13. Updates / How To Contact Us

    This terms of use may be updated periodically and it is your responsibility to check and keep up to date with any changes or additions. Should you have other questions or concerns about the terms of use, please contact us.