Terms of Use for WikiSurf

Effective Date: November 13, 2026

By downloading, accessing, or using the WikiSurf iOS or Android application or this website ("WikiSurf", "the app"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Use. If you do not agree, please do not use the app.

1. Nature of the Application

WikiSurf is an independent, gamified interactive experience built around public Wikipedia articles. It provides a game layer that lets you navigate between topics using article links, play solo levels, and play with other players in multiplayer modes. The app requires an internet connection.

2. Accounts

Online social features require a supported account: Apple or Google on iOS, and Google on Android, where configured. You are responsible for the activity on your account. You must be at least 13 years old (16 in the European Economic Area, or a higher minimum age required in your country) to use the app. You choose a username; we do not ask for your real name.

3. Usernames and Multiplayer Conduct

Your username and in-game status may be visible to other players. You must not use a username that is offensive, impersonates someone else, or infringes the rights of others. In multiplayer and friends features you must not harass other players, cheat, exploit bugs, use automation, or interfere with the service. We may remove content, restrict features, or suspend accounts that violate these terms. Some opponents in multiplayer matches may be computer-controlled.

4. Purchases and Subscriptions

Some features may be available through in-app purchases or subscriptions. Purchases are billed through Apple on iOS and Google Play on Android. Manage subscriptions, cancellations and refund requests through the store used for the purchase, subject to its policies and your applicable consumer rights. We use RevenueCat to manage purchase status. Apple’s standard End User License Agreement applies to the iOS app where applicable. Store-specific terms also apply to purchases made through each store.

5. Advertising

The app may show advertisements provided by third parties. Ads are described further in our Privacy Policy.

6. Acceptable Use

You agree to use WikiSurf only for lawful, personal, non-commercial entertainment purposes. You must not reverse-engineer, tamper with, or attempt to abuse the app's game logic or servers.

7. Intellectual Property & Wikipedia Disclaimer

WikiSurf is an independent game and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or associated with Wikipedia or the Wikimedia Foundation. Wikipedia article text is licensed by its contributors under the applicable Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike terms. Images and other media may use different licenses; refer to each source page for attribution and licensing. The WikiSurf app, its design, and its game content are owned by Onur Arda Öz.

8. Account Deletion and Termination

You can delete your account at any time from within the app. Deleting your active account is permanent and cannot be undone; retained records and provider data are described in the Privacy Policy. We may suspend or terminate accounts that violate these terms.

Website links and invitations

A friend link or QR code is a way to share a friend code, not permission to access an account, automatically send a request, or accept a match. Download and sign-in availability depend on the supported stores and your app version. Installing the app does not automatically restore the link you originally opened; reopen it or enter the friend code.

9. Disclaimer of Warranties

WikiSurf is provided "as is" and "as available" without warranties of any kind. We do not guarantee that the app will be uninterrupted, error-free, or that third-party content will be accurate.

10. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, we are not liable for any indirect, incidental, or consequential damages arising from your use of the app.

11. Changes to These Terms

We may update these terms from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. It is your responsibility to review these terms periodically for changes. Continued use of the app means you accept the updated terms.

12. Contact Us

If you have questions about these terms, contact us at [email protected] or via onurardaoz.com.