Terms of Service

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing and using Free Word Search Generator ("the Service"), you accept and agree to be bound by the terms and provisions of this agreement. If you do not agree to these Terms of Service, please do not use the Service.

2. Description of Service

Free Word Search Generator provides a free online tool that allows users to create, customize, print, and share word search puzzles for educational and personal use. The Service includes:

• Custom word search puzzle generation
• AI-powered word suggestion features
• Puzzle customization options (grid size, difficulty, solution styles)
• Print and download functionality
• Optional puzzle sharing with privacy controls
• Educational resources and blog content

3. User Responsibilities

When using the Service, you agree to:

• Use the Service only for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms
• Not create puzzles containing offensive, harmful, or inappropriate content
• Not use the Service to infringe on intellectual property rights of others
• Not attempt to harm, disrupt, or interfere with the Service's operation
• Not use automated tools to scrape or download content in bulk
• Not misrepresent your affiliation with any person or organization

4. Content Ownership and Usage Rights

Your Content

You retain all rights to the words, titles, and content you input into the Service. By creating a puzzle, you grant us a non-exclusive, royalty-free license to store, display, and process your content solely for the purpose of providing the Service.

Generated Puzzles

Puzzles generated using the Service are yours to use, share, print, and distribute for personal, educational, or commercial purposes. We do not claim ownership of your generated puzzles.

Service Content

The Service itself (including its design, code, features, and functionality) is owned by Free Word Search Generator and protected by intellectual property laws. You may not copy, reproduce, or create derivative works of the Service without explicit permission.

5. Data Storage and Persistence

Puzzles are stored locally in your browser's storage. We do not permanently store your puzzles on our servers unless you explicitly choose to make them public. Important: If you clear your browser cache, cookies, or site data, your saved puzzles will be permanently deleted. We recommend downloading or bookmarking important puzzles.

6. AI-Generated Content

The Service may use artificial intelligence to suggest words based on topics you provide. While we strive for accuracy and appropriateness, AI-generated suggestions are provided "as-is" without guarantees. You are responsible for reviewing and approving all content before using it in your puzzles.

7. Privacy and Public Puzzles

If you choose to make your puzzle public or share it via link, you acknowledge that it may be accessible by others. We are not responsible for how others use publicly shared puzzles. For more information, please review our Privacy Policy.

8. 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 warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, or non-infringement. We do not guarantee that:

• The Service will be uninterrupted, secure, or error-free
• Generated puzzles will be free from errors or meet your specific requirements
• Data stored in your browser will not be lost
• AI-generated word suggestions will always be appropriate or accurate

9. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Free Word Search Generator and its operators shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, including but not limited to loss of data, loss of profits, or inability to use the Service, even if we have been advised of the possibility of such damages.

10. Educational Use

Teachers, educators, and institutions are explicitly permitted to use the Service to create educational materials for their students. You may print, photocopy, and distribute generated puzzles in classroom settings without attribution, though attribution is appreciated.

11. Prohibited Content

You may not create puzzles containing content that is:

• Illegal, harmful, threatening, abusive, harassing, or defamatory
• Obscene, vulgar, or sexually explicit
• Discriminatory based on race, religion, gender, or other protected characteristics
• Infringing on intellectual property rights of others
• Designed to spread misinformation or harmful content

We reserve the right to remove publicly shared puzzles that violate these guidelines.

12. Third-Party Links and Services

The Service may contain links to third-party websites or services (such as related educational tools). We are not responsible for the content, privacy practices, or terms of service of these third-party sites. Your use of third-party services is at your own risk.

13. Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms of Service at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting to this page. Your continued use of the Service after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the modified terms. We encourage you to review these terms periodically.

14. Termination

We reserve the right to terminate or suspend access to the Service immediately, without prior notice or liability, for any reason, including but not limited to breach of these Terms. Upon termination, your right to use the Service will cease immediately.

15. 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 from these Terms or your use of the Service shall be resolved in the appropriate courts.

16. Contact Information

If you have any questions about these Terms of Service, please contact us using the feedback form available in the footer of our website.