Terms of Service

Welcome to DotaSense

Thanks for using our timer tool! This page explains your rights and responsibilities when using DotaSense. We've kept it simple and straightforward - no confusing legal jargon.

1. Copyright and Intellectual Property

Copyright (c) 2024-2026 DotaSense. All Rights Reserved.

This software and all associated content, including but not limited to source code, design, graphics, text, and documentation are protected by copyright law and international copyright treaties. All intellectual property rights remain the exclusive property of DotaSense.

Prohibited Activities

Unless explicitly authorized in writing, you may NOT:

• Copy or Reproduce: Copy, reproduce, duplicate, or create derivative works of this software or any portion thereof
• Redistribute: Distribute, publish, share, sublicense, or make available the software to any third party
• Reverse Engineer: Reverse engineer, decompile, disassemble, or attempt to derive the source code
• Modify: Modify, adapt, translate, or create derivative works based on the software
• Commercial Use: Use the software or any part thereof for commercial purposes without authorization
• Remove Attribution: Remove, alter, or obscure any copyright notices, trademarks, or proprietary markings

Permitted Use

You may access and use the publicly deployed version of this software at https://dota2-timer.vercel.app for personal, non-commercial gaming purposes only.

2. DMCA Compliance and Copyright Enforcement

We take copyright infringement seriously and comply with the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA).

Reporting Copyright Infringement

If you believe that your copyrighted work has been copied or used in a way that constitutes copyright infringement, or if you discover unauthorized copies of this software, please provide our copyright agent with the following information:

• A physical or electronic signature of the copyright owner or authorized representative
• Identification of the copyrighted work claimed to have been infringed
• Identification of the material claimed to be infringing with sufficient detail for us to locate it
• Contact information (address, telephone number, and email address)
• A statement that you have a good faith belief that the disputed use is not authorized
• A statement that the information in the notification is accurate and, under penalty of perjury, that you are authorized to act on behalf of the copyright owner

Copyright infringement notices should be submitted through our GitHub repository or via email as specified in our contact information.

Consequences of Infringement

Unauthorized use, copying, or distribution of this software may result in:

• Immediate termination of your right to use the software
• Civil litigation and monetary damages
• Criminal prosecution under applicable laws
• Injunctive relief to prevent further infringement
• Recovery of attorney fees and legal costs

3. No Warranty (As-Is Software)

This software is provided "as is", without warranty of any kind. This means:

• We can't guarantee it will always work perfectly
• We're not responsible if something goes wrong
• Use it at your own risk
• We do our best to keep it working, but bugs happen

That said, we're committed to maintaining and improving the app. If you find issues, please report them on GitHub!

4. Not Affiliated with Valve

Important: DotaSense is an independent, community-created tool.

• We are not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by Valve Corporation
• This is a fan-made tool created by and for the Dota 2 community
• Valve has no involvement in this project
• Any issues with the app should be reported to us, not to Valve

5. Dota 2 Trademark

Dota 2 is a registered trademark of Valve Corporation. All game-related trademarks, logos, and images are the property of Valve Corporation.

We use "Dota 2" in the name of this tool solely to describe its purpose and functionality. This use is considered fair use for descriptive purposes.

6. Your Responsibilities

When using DotaSense, you agree to:

• Use it legally: Don't use the app to violate any laws or regulations
• Follow Valve's ToS: Make sure your use of the app complies with Valve's Terms of Service and Steam Subscriber Agreement
• Don't tamper or repurpose: Don't modify, decompile, or use the app to create cheats, unfair advantages, or unauthorized derivative works
• Respect copyright: Don't copy, repackage, share, distribute, or sublicense the app without written authorization
• Tournament rules: Check with tournament organizers before using the app in competitive events

7. Pro Subscriptions, Billing, and Cancellation

DotaSense Pro Monthly and Pro Annual are optional paid subscriptions that unlock Pro features. The core timer remains available without a paid subscription.

• Billing: Paid subscriptions are processed by Stripe. We do not store full payment card numbers.
• Renewal: Monthly and annual subscriptions renew automatically until canceled.
• Access: A valid Pro license may be required to activate or continue using Pro features.
• Cancellation: You can cancel or manage billing through the Stripe billing portal or by contacting support.
• After Cancellation: When you cancel, Pro access generally continues until the end of the current paid billing period.
• Refunds: Payments are generally non-refundable except where required by law or explicitly approved by us.
• Price Changes: We may change prices, taxes, or plan features prospectively. We will not change the current billing period you already paid for.

8. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, the creators and contributors of DotaSense shall not be held liable for:

• Any damages arising from use or inability to use the software
• Any technical issues, bugs, or errors in the software
• Any actions taken by Valve or other third parties
• Lost games, lost MMR, or any in-game consequences
• Any modifications made to the software by third parties

In simple terms: use the app at your own risk. We're not responsible if something goes wrong, but we'll do our best to help fix any issues!

9. Safety and Valve ToS Compliance

This timer is designed to be completely safe and Valve ToS compliant:

• It doesn't interact with Dota 2 game files
• It doesn't modify game memory
• It doesn't provide automated gameplay
• It's a passive timing tool (like a stopwatch)
• It only displays publicly available game timing information

However, we cannot guarantee that Valve will never change their policies. Always stay informed about Valve's Terms of Service.

10. Data and Privacy

We respect your privacy:

• Core timer use does not require an account, name, email address, Steam password, or Dota 2 credentials
• Core timer settings are stored locally on your device
• The website uses privacy-friendly analytics, and desktop analytics or diagnostics can be controlled in app settings where available
• Optional Pro, payment, subscription, account, collaboration, or support features may process limited service data through our backend, Stripe, Supabase, or hosting providers
• We do not sell personal data or use advertising networks in the app

11. Changes to These Terms

We may update these terms from time to time. When we do:

• We'll update the "Last updated" date at the top
• Major changes will be announced on the homepage
• Continued use of the app means you accept the new terms

We recommend checking this page occasionally to stay informed.

12. Questions or Concerns?

If you have questions about these terms or the app:

• Check our FAQ page for common questions
• Visit our GitHub repository
• Open an issue on GitHub for support