Conditions
§1 Copyright & Ownership
World of Gladers United is an independent The Maze Runner fansite, designed to bring like-minded fans together to roleplay and delve into the world of W.I.C.K.E.D as well as the Right Arm, alongside their universe. Upon joining World of Gladers United you will be able to take a sorting quiz, letting you join one of the four groups; Slicers, Med-Jacks, Builders, or the Runners. Each and everyone with their own specialization and characteristic traits, which some might crossover onto another group, but nevertheless are each one of them their own standalone group. During your time at World of Gladers United you may partake in activities such as events and other special events, giving you the opportunity to further build and evolve your character into who you will become and be known as. But will you join W.I.C.K.E.D and their cause? or the fighting spirit of the Right Arm? Only you can decide your fate.
User content on this website and illustrations are credited to the individuals. This webpage and the World of Gladers United website are not endorsed by, (directly) affiliated with, maintained, authorized, or sponsored by the original owners. All names used are the registered trademarks of their original owners. The use of any trade name or trademark is for identification and reference purposes only and does not imply any association with the trademark holder of their product brand.
§2 Minimum Age
You have to be at least 13 years of age to be a part of the site. If you are under the age of 13, you will be banned until you reach the right age for World of Gladers United.
§3 Respect
You should at all times keep a respectful tone on World of Gladers United - both in topics, as well as in Instant Messages and published posts. Any sort of bullying in topics is also not allowed unless arranged by all involved parts, with everyone keeping a realistic attitude towards the situation. If it is agreed upon, then add an OOG message within the topic, stating that you have all agreed upon it.
World of Gladers United will not tolerate the bullying of other users on site. All cases of bullying will be dealt with appropriately and could lead to the expulsion of users from World of Gladers United.
§4 NPC's and Roleplay
It is never allowed to roleplay as another character other than your very own. You are allowed to keep NPC's (Non-Playable Characters) as supporting characters for your backstory and profiles, as well as in topics. But you cannot roleplay as them in any point of time, that's what your own character is for.
A supporting character is a person or creature with a minor role, someone who can be controlled with a minor role, who can be controlled by everyone in the topic. For instance; a bartender, a soldier from W.I.C.K.E.D and further on. These have to be viewed through your character.
You are only allowed to roleplay as another character if the Crisis team has given you the specific role in a currently ongoing plot. In that case, you need to inform about this when you enter a topic. NPC's and other roles must not be other users from the page, or characters from the books.
When you write in topics, there are terms for various things that either aren't allowed or that needs to be enforced. Therefore, this guide is made to explain the meaning of those terms and conditions.
§5 Alcohol, Drugs, and Sensitive Topics
Alcohol is allowed as a subject in moderation, however, topics such as drugs, self-harm or other sensitive areas are not allowed at any point of time. Meaning that topics containing triggering following subjects; mental illnesses, self-harm, sexual assault [etcetera], neither are eating disorders and it's consequences or child abuse - they are not allowed to be used in your backstory or anywhere else on World of Gladers United at any point of time.
If you are asked to drop the subject, it is expected to be done so immediately.
If you are using something within the site that, topics or in your backstory, that is / might be considered as triggering by others, make sure that you add a warning message as well as change the amount of X's according to the language used in your profile's settings. If you are unsure whether something is triggering for some or not, you can always contact the Infection Screening Team.
§6 Illegal Activities
Any form or sort of direct as well as indirect promotion of illegal activities will be stopped. Any encouragement towards illegal activities is prohibited pursuant to European laws.
§7 Character Realism
One needs to be realistic as a character, both on the profiles, in topics and elsewhere. This means that it is not allowed to be Spy of the Right Arm or Member of Group A (for instance) without having received that specified status. If you want to read more about this, read the Statuses page in the Guidelines. The character can have a persona, but it can't be exaggerated, for instance saying that the character can take out the whole Right Arm Group or that the character can lift a Crank Palace.
§8 User Management
Per-user account is only allowed to have one admin. When finding out that multiple people use one account, a warning will be given. Sharing your log-in information is not allowed. If not being listened to warnings, the said account will be deleted or removed from the website. The exception of this rule: NPC characters from the Crisis team.
- §8.2 Names
It is not allowed to use names from the books or movies due to copyright infringement (goes for names in every language The Maze Runner translates to). Name mixing is allowed to an extent.
For example, it is acceptable for a user to use the first name from the books and a different last name and vice versa, but mixing names like Teresa Paige or Aris Agnes is unacceptable.
Using the names of celebrities is accepted but only if the name is not exactly the same as the actual celebrity (e.g. using Tom Hiddleston instead of Thomas William Hiddleston). However, if you are to use a celebrity name you cannot use the face of the said celebrity as well.
It is also not allowed to have exactly the same first- and last name as a Chancellor or Director of the World of X sites. If you pick such a name, the Infection Screening Team will message you and you'll get the possibility to change it. If refused upon, further consequences might be taken.
- §8.3 Copyright Coding
It is against the rules to copy any codes you may find on World of Gladers United or any other World of - X site. All codes from user’s profiles that have been created by or for that user, these cannot be copied and/or used without the user’s permission. All other codes found on the site belong to the author, admin, and creators of World of Gladers United, their respective creators or owners.
To prevent any problems make sure that you have added the copyright to whoever created the code, even codes taken from coding sites.
§9 Content
- §9.2 Your Right to Post Content
World of Gladers United allows you to post Content. You are responsible for the Content that you post to World of Gladers United, including its legality, reliability, and appropriateness.
By posting Content to World of Gladers United, you grant us the right and license to use, modify, publicly perform, publicly display, reproduce, and distribute such Content on and through World of Gladers United. You retain any and all of your rights to any Content you submit, post or display on or through World of Gladers United and you are responsible for protecting those rights. You agree that this license includes the right for us to make your Content available to other users of World of Gladers United, who may also use your Content subject to these Terms.
You represent and warrant that: (i) the Content is yours (you own it) or you have the right to use it and grant us the rights and license as provided in these Terms, and (ii) the posting of your Content on or through World of Gladers United does not violate the privacy rights, publicity rights, copyrights, contract rights or any other rights of any person.
- §9.3 Content Restrictions
Eye4web ApS(DK-35032177) is not responsible for the content of World of Gladers United's users. You expressly understand and agree that you are solely responsible for the Content and for all activity that occurs under your account, whether done so by you or any third person using Your account.
You may not transmit any Content that is unlawful, offensive, upsetting, intended to disgust, threatening, libelous, defamatory, obscene or otherwise objectionable. Examples of such objectionable Content include, but are not limited to, the following:- Unlawful or promoting unlawful activity.
- Defamatory, discriminatory, or mean-spirited content, including references or commentary about religion, race, sexual orientation, gender, national/ethnic origin, or other targeted groups.
- Spam, machine – or randomly – generated, constituting unauthorized or unsolicited advertising, chain letters, any other form of unauthorized solicitation, or any form of lottery or gambling.
- Containing or installing any viruses, worms, malware, trojan horses, or other content that is designed or intended to disrupt, damage, or limit the functioning of any software, hardware or telecommunications equipment or to damage or obtain unauthorized access to any data or other information of a third person.
- Infringing on any proprietary rights of any party, including patent, trademark, trade secret, copyright, right of publicity or other rights.
- Impersonating any person or entity including the Eye4web ApS(DK-35032177) and its employees or representatives.
- Violating the privacy of any third person.
- False information and features.
Eye4web ApS(DK-35032177) reserves the right, but not the obligation, to, in its sole discretion, determine whether or not any Content is appropriate and complies with this Terms, refuse or remove this Content. Eye4web ApS(DK-35032177) further reserves the right to make formatting and edits and change the manner of any Content. Eye4web ApS(DK-35032177)can also limit or revoke the use of World of Gladers United if you post such objectionable Content. As Eye4web ApS(DK-35032177) cannot control all content posted by users and/or third parties on World of Gladers United, you agree to use World of Gladers United at your own risk. You understand that by using World of Gladers United you may be exposed to content that you may find offensive, indecent, incorrect or objectionable, and You agree that under no circumstances will Eye4web ApS(DK-35032177) be liable in any way for any content, including any errors or omissions in any content, or any loss or damage of any kind incurred as a result of your use of any content.
§10 User Accounts
When you create an account with us, you must provide Us information that is accurate, complete, and current at all times. Failure to do so constitutes a breach of the Terms, which may result in immediate termination of Your account on World of Gladers United.
You are responsible for safeguarding the password that you use to access World of Gladers United and for any activities or actions under your password, whether Your password is with World of Gladers United or a Third-Party Social Media Service.
You agree not to disclose your password to any third party. You must notify us immediately upon becoming aware of any breach of security or unauthorized use of your account.
You may not use as a username the name of another person or entity or that is not lawfully available for use, a name or trademark that is subject to any rights of another person or entity other than you without appropriate authorization, or a name that is otherwise offensive, vulgar or obscene.
§11 Acknowledgement
These are the Terms and Conditions governing the use of World of Gladers United and the agreement that operates between you and Eye4web ApS(DK-35032177). These Terms and Conditions set out the rights and obligations of all users regarding the use of World of Gladers United.
Your access to and use of World of Gladers United is conditioned on your acceptance of and compliance with these Terms and Conditions. These Terms and Conditions apply to all visitors, users and others who access or use World of Gladers United.
By accessing or using World of Gladers United you agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions. If You disagree with any part of these Terms and Conditions then You may not access World of Gladers United. You represent that you are over the age of 13. Eye4web ApS(DK-35032177) does not permit those under 13 to use the World of Gladers United.
Your access to and use of World of Gladers United is also conditioned on your acceptance of and compliance with the Privacy Policy of Eye4web ApS(DK-35032177). Our Privacy Policy describes Our policies and procedures on the collection, use and disclosure of your personal information when you use the Application or the Website and tells You about Your privacy rights and how the law protects you. Please read Our Privacy Policy carefully before using World of Gladers United.
§12 Links to Other Websites
World of Gladers United may contain links to third-party web sites or services that are not owned or controlled by Eye4web ApS(DK-35032177).
Eye4web ApS(DK-35032177) has no control over, and assumes no responsibility for, the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third party web sites or services. You further acknowledge and agree that Eye4web ApS(DK-35032177) shall not be responsible or liable, directly or indirectly, for any damage or loss caused or alleged to be caused by or in connection with the use of or reliance on any such content, goods or services available on or through any such web sites or services.
We strongly advise you to read the terms and conditions and privacy policies of any third-party web sites or services that You visit.
§13 Termination
We may terminate or suspend your Account immediately, without prior notice or liability, for any reason whatsoever, including without limitation if you breach these Terms and Conditions. Upon termination, Your right to use World of Gladers United will cease immediately.
If You wish to terminate Your Account, You can request for it to be deleted. Should You wish to exercise this right, You may send a message to the Chancellor of World of Gladers United, using the account you wish to have deleted. You will not have to provide a reasoning for wanting Your account deleted. However, You will have to provide the email address and birth date which You used to sign up for the World of Gladers United, this serves as confirmation that You are the owner of the account. If there is no response after a reasonable time, the account will be deleted, under the assumption You left the site after Your request.
Rules are subject to change at any given moment in time.
With questions & suggestions contact the Chancellor and/or Director