Terms of Service

By accessing and using the Peanutize Me website and character creator, you accept and agree to be bound by the terms and provision of this agreement.

What This Means:

• This is a fun, interactive project created for entertainment purposes
• Your use of our service constitutes acceptance of these terms
• If you do not agree to these terms, please do not use our service
• These terms apply to all visitors and users of the website

Age Requirements:

• Users under 13 must have parental consent
• Users between 13-18 should review these terms with a parent or guardian
• Parents are responsible for their children's use of the service

Peanutize Me is a free, browser-based character creator that allows users to create personalized avatars in the style of the beloved Peanuts comic strip.

Service Features:

• Character Creator: Interactive tool for creating Peanuts-style avatars
• Customization Options: Multiple features, styles, and accessories
• Save & Share: Ability to save creations and share on social media
• Free Access: No cost to use the basic character creation features
• Browser-Based: No downloads or installations required

Service Availability:

We strive to provide continuous service but cannot guarantee:

• 100% uptime or uninterrupted access
• Compatibility with all devices or browsers
• Permanent availability of all features
• Data persistence across sessions

You agree to use the service only for lawful purposes and in a way that does not infringe the rights of others or restrict their use and enjoyment of the service.

Prohibited Activities:

• Attempting to gain unauthorized access to our systems or networks
• Engaging in any activity that disrupts or interferes with the service
• Using the service for any illegal or unauthorized purpose
• Harassing, threatening, or intimidating other users
• Uploading or sharing inappropriate, offensive, or harmful content
• Attempting to reverse engineer, hack, or exploit the service
• Using automated tools or bots to access the service
• Violating any applicable laws or regulations

Acceptable Use:

• Create characters for personal, non-commercial use
• Share your creations on social media with appropriate credits
• Use the service in a respectful and considerate manner
• Report any issues or concerns to our support team

Enforcement:

We reserve the right to terminate or restrict access for users who violate these conduct guidelines.

Peanuts Characters & Trademarks

Important: All Peanuts characters, names, and related trademarks are owned by Peanuts Worldwide LLC. This includes:

• Charlie Brown, Snoopy, Lucy, Linus, and all Peanuts characters
• The Peanuts name and logo
• Charles M. Schulz's artistic style and character designs
• All related copyrights and trademarks

Our Original Content

All original content, game mechanics, website design, and code created specifically for Peanutize Me are provided as-is for entertainment purposes:

• Website code and functionality
• Original artwork and graphics (not based on Peanuts characters)
• User interface design
• Text content and descriptions

Fair Use & Fan Tribute

Peanutize Me operates as a fan tribute under fair use principles:

• Non-commercial educational and entertainment purpose
• Transformative nature of the character creator
• No direct copying of original Peanuts comic strips
• Clear attribution and respect for original creators

User Rights

Regarding characters you create:

• You may use your created characters for personal purposes
• You may share them on social media with appropriate credits
• Commercial use requires careful consideration of trademark rights
• We claim no ownership of your specific character customizations

Your Character Creations

When you create characters using Peanutize Me:

• You retain rights to your specific creative choices and customizations
• We do not claim ownership of your individual character designs
• You are responsible for how you use and share your creations
• You grant us permission to display your creations as examples (if shared publicly)

Sharing and Social Media

When sharing your character creations:

• Please credit Peanutize Me as the creation tool
• Acknowledge that Peanuts characters are owned by Peanuts Worldwide LLC
• Use appropriate hashtags and attributions
• Respect social media platform guidelines

Content Standards

All user-generated content must:

• Be appropriate for all ages
• Not violate any laws or regulations
• Not infringe on others' intellectual property rights
• Not contain offensive, harmful, or inappropriate material

The service is provided 'as is' without any representations or warranties, express or implied.

What We Don't Guarantee:

• Service Availability: Continuous, uninterrupted, or error-free operation
• Data Persistence: That your creations will be permanently saved
• Compatibility: That the service will work on all devices or browsers
• Accuracy: That all information on the website is completely accurate
• Security: That the service is completely secure from all threats
• Future Updates: That specific features will remain available

Use at Your Own Risk

By using Peanutize Me, you acknowledge that:

• You use the service at your own risk
• We make no warranties about the service's fitness for your purposes
• Technical issues may occur that are beyond our control
• You should not rely solely on the service for critical needs

We will not be liable to you for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages arising out of your use of, or inability to use, the service.

Types of Damages We're Not Liable For:

• Direct Damages: Any immediate harm from using the service
• Indirect Damages: Secondary effects from service issues
• Lost Data: If character creations are lost or corrupted
• Business Losses: Any commercial or financial losses
• Opportunity Costs: Time or opportunities lost
• Emotional Distress: Any psychological impact

Circumstances Beyond Our Control:

This includes damages resulting from:

• Errors, omissions, interruptions, or delays in the service
• Technical failures or server downtime
• Third-party services or websites
• User error or misuse of the service
• Force majeure events (natural disasters, etc.)

Maximum Liability

In jurisdictions where limitation of liability is restricted, our maximum liability is limited to the amount you paid for the service (which is $0 for our free service).

Your privacy is important to us. Please review our Privacy Policy, which also governs your use of the service, to understand our practices regarding the collection and use of your information.

Key Privacy Points:

• We collect minimal personal information
• We don't sell your data to third parties
• We use cookies for functionality and analytics
• We comply with GDPR and COPPA regulations
• You have control over your data

Data Processing

By using our service, you consent to:

• Collection of usage analytics for improvement purposes
• Storage of your character creations locally in your browser
• Use of cookies for website functionality
• Processing of any information you voluntarily provide

We reserve the right to modify these terms at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting on this website.

How We'll Notify You:

• Update the "Last updated" date at the top of this page
• Post prominent notices on our website for major changes
• Send email notifications if you've provided your email address
• Announce changes on our social media channels

Your Acceptance

Your continued use of the service after any such changes constitutes your acceptance of the new terms.

If You Don't Agree

If you don't agree with updated terms:

• You should discontinue use of the service
• Contact us with any concerns or questions
• Seek legal advice if needed

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

Legal Disputes

For any legal disputes or concerns:

• First contact us directly to try to resolve the issue
• We prefer informal resolution of disputes
• Legal proceedings should be a last resort
• Applicable law and jurisdiction may vary by location