Last Updated: October 21, 2025
Welcome to southernstarplay.com ("Platform," "Service," "we," "us," or "our"). These Terms and Conditions ("Terms," "Terms of Service," or "Agreement") constitute a legally binding agreement between you ("User," "you," or "your") and SouthernStarPlay regarding your access to and use of our celestial-themed social entertainment platform.
By accessing, browsing, or using southernstarplay.com in any manner, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms, as well as our Privacy Policy and Cookie Policy. If you do not agree to all of these Terms, you are expressly prohibited from using the Platform and must discontinue use immediately.
We reserve the right to modify, update, or change these Terms at any time and for any reason at our sole discretion. When we make changes, we will update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page and may provide additional notice such as email notification or a prominent announcement on the Platform. Your continued use of the Platform following the posting of revised Terms constitutes your acceptance of such changes.
It is your responsibility to periodically review these Terms to stay informed of updates. Any new features, tools, or services added to the Platform shall also be subject to these Terms. We recommend that you print or save a copy of these Terms for your records.
Access to and use of southernstarplay.com is strictly limited to individuals who meet the following eligibility criteria:
2.1 Age Requirement: You must be at least 18 years of age to create an account, access, or use any features of the Platform. By using our Service, you represent and warrant that you are 18 years of age or older. We employ age verification mechanisms, and any attempt to bypass these systems or misrepresent your age is a material breach of these Terms and may result in immediate account termination and potential legal action.
2.2 Legal Capacity: You must have the legal capacity to enter into a binding contract. If you are accessing the Platform on behalf of an organization, you represent that you have the authority to bind that organization to these Terms.
2.3 Jurisdiction Compliance: You must be legally permitted to use social entertainment platforms in your jurisdiction. Some regions have specific restrictions on online entertainment services. It is your responsibility to ensure that your use of southernstarplay.com complies with all applicable local, state, national, and international laws and regulations.
2.4 No Previous Bans: You must not have been previously suspended or banned from using southernstarplay.com or any of our affiliated services. Any attempt to create a new account following a suspension or ban is strictly prohibited.
We reserve the right to verify your eligibility at any time through Know Your Customer (KYC) procedures. Failure to provide requested verification documents or information within a reasonable timeframe may result in account suspension or termination.
3.1 Account Creation: To access certain features of the Platform, you must register for an account. During registration, you agree to provide accurate, current, and complete information. You must maintain and promptly update your account information to ensure it remains accurate and complete at all times.
3.2 Account Security: You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials, including your username and password. You agree to:
• Use a strong, unique password that you do not use for other online services
• Not share your password or account access with any third party
• Enable Two-Factor Authentication (2FA) when available
• Immediately notify us at support@southernstarplay.com of any unauthorized use of your account or
any other security breach
• Ensure you log out from your account at the end of each session, particularly when using shared or
public computers
3.3 Account Responsibility: You are solely responsible for all activities that occur under your account, regardless of whether such activities were authorized by you. We will not be liable for any loss or damage arising from your failure to maintain account security. In the event of any unauthorized use, we may require you to change your password or take other security measures.
3.4 Account Limitations: Each person may maintain only one account on the Platform. Creating multiple accounts ("multi-accounting") is strictly prohibited and may result in suspension or termination of all associated accounts. We reserve the right to merge duplicate accounts at our discretion.
It is crucial that you understand the nature of southernstarplay.com before using our Platform:
4.1 Free Social Entertainment: SouthernStarPlay is a free-to-play social entertainment platform. No real money wagering is involved, no deposits are required, and no real money prizes or rewards are offered. All features, including star collection, constellation bonuses, multipliers, and leaderboard rankings, are for entertainment purposes only and have no monetary value.
4.2 No Guarantee of Success: Success, achievements, or progress within the Platform do not guarantee, indicate, or predict success in any other venue or context. The entertainment experience on southernstarplay.com is independent of and unrelated to any real-world outcomes.
4.3 Virtual Items: Any virtual items, stars, bonuses, multipliers, or achievements you may accumulate or unlock on the Platform have no real-world monetary value and cannot be exchanged, sold, traded, or redeemed for real currency, goods, or services. These virtual items exist solely within the Platform and are provided for entertainment purposes only.
4.4 Time-Based Rewards: Our time-based rewards, nightly events, and constellation bonuses are designed to enhance your entertainment experience. These features do not constitute gambling, contests of skill for prizes, or any form of wagering. They are purely entertainment mechanisms with no monetary implications.
4.5 No Guarantees: We do not guarantee any specific results, outcomes, or experiences from using the Platform. Your experience may vary based on numerous factors including technical performance, personal preferences, and usage patterns.
To maintain a safe, fair, and enjoyable environment for all users, you agree to comply with the following conduct standards and refrain from prohibited activities:
5.1 Acceptable Use: You agree to use the Platform only for lawful, ethical purposes and in accordance with these Terms. You will treat other users, our staff, and the Platform with respect and courtesy.
5.2 Prohibited Activities: You expressly agree NOT to:
• Use the Platform if you are under 18 years of age
• Misrepresent your identity, age, or jurisdiction
• Create multiple accounts or share your account with others
• Use automated systems, bots, scripts, or any artificial means to access or use the Platform
• Attempt to manipulate, exploit, or circumvent game mechanics, leaderboards, or reward systems
• Reverse engineer, decompile, disassemble, or otherwise attempt to discover the source code of the
Platform
• Use any device, software, or routine that interferes with the proper functioning of the
Platform
• Introduce viruses, malware, or any other harmful code
• Engage in any activity that could damage, disable, overburden, or impair our servers or
networks
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any portion of the Platform, other user accounts, or
connected systems
• Collect or harvest any personally identifiable information about other users
• Use the Platform for any commercial purpose without our express written permission
• Engage in harassment, bullying, hate speech, or discriminatory behavior
• Post or transmit any unlawful, threatening, abusive, defamatory, obscene, or otherwise
objectionable content
• Violate any applicable laws or regulations
5.3 Monitoring and Enforcement: We reserve the right, but are not obligated, to monitor user activity, investigate violations, and take appropriate action including warnings, account suspension, or permanent termination. We may also report illegal activities to appropriate law enforcement authorities.
5.4 Cooperation: You agree to cooperate with any investigation we conduct into violations of these Terms or misuse of the Platform. This may include providing requested information or documentation within a reasonable timeframe.
6.1 Platform Ownership: The Platform and all content, features, and functionality contained therein, including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, images, audio, video, software, code, design, astronomical themes, constellation graphics, and user interface elements, are owned by SouthernStarPlay, our licensors, or other content providers and are protected by international copyright, trademark, patent, trade secret, and other intellectual property laws.
6.2 Limited License: Subject to your compliance with these Terms, we grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, non-sublicensable, revocable license to access and use the Platform for your personal, non-commercial entertainment purposes. This license does not include any rights to:
• Reproduce, distribute, modify, create derivative works, publicly display, publicly perform,
republish, download, store, or transmit any material from the Platform, except as necessary for
normal browser caching
• Use any content from the Platform for commercial purposes
• Remove or alter any copyright, trademark, or other proprietary notices
• Transfer, sell, or sublicense your rights to access the Platform
6.3 Trademarks: "SouthernStarPlay," our logo, and all related names, logos, product and service names, designs, and slogans are trademarks of SouthernStarPlay or our affiliates. You may not use such marks without our prior written permission. Other names, logos, and brands mentioned on the Platform may be trademarks of their respective owners.
6.4 User Content: If you submit, upload, or otherwise make available any content to the Platform (such as usernames, profile information, or communications with support), you grant us a worldwide, non-exclusive, royalty-free, perpetual, irrevocable license to use, reproduce, modify, adapt, publish, translate, distribute, and display such content in connection with operating and improving the Platform.
6.5 Feedback: If you provide us with any feedback, suggestions, or ideas regarding the Platform, you acknowledge that such feedback is voluntary and we may use it without any obligation to compensate you.
Your privacy is important to us. Our collection, use, and protection of your personal information is governed by our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated into these Terms by reference. By using the Platform, you consent to our data practices as described in the Privacy Policy.
We employ industry-standard security measures including SSL-256 encryption, secure data storage, access controls, and regular security audits to protect your information. However, no internet transmission is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security of your data.
You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of any personal information you choose to share on the Platform. We encourage you to review our Privacy Policy regularly to stay informed about how we protect your information and your rights regarding your personal data.
8.1 Service Availability: While we strive to ensure that southernstarplay.com is available 24/7, we do not guarantee uninterrupted or error-free access to the Platform. The Platform may be temporarily unavailable due to maintenance, updates, technical issues, or circumstances beyond our control.
8.2 Scheduled Maintenance: We may perform scheduled maintenance that temporarily limits or prevents access to the Platform. We will attempt to provide advance notice of scheduled maintenance when possible, but are not obligated to do so.
8.3 Platform Modifications: We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue any aspect of the Platform at any time without notice or liability. This includes but is not limited to:
• Adding, modifying, or removing features or functionality
• Changing constellation themes, star multipliers, or reward systems
• Adjusting leaderboard calculations or nightly event schedules
• Updating visual designs or user interface elements
• Implementing new security measures or verification requirements
8.4 No Compensation: You acknowledge that any modifications, suspensions, or discontinuation of the Platform or its features will not entitle you to any compensation, as all services are provided free of charge and for entertainment purposes only.
8.5 Technical Requirements: You are responsible for obtaining and maintaining all hardware, software, and internet connectivity necessary to access the Platform. We recommend using up-to-date browsers and secure internet connections for the best experience.
9.1 "AS IS" and "AS AVAILABLE" Basis: THE PLATFORM IS PROVIDED ON AN "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" BASIS WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED. TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, SOUTHERNSTARPLAY DISCLAIMS ALL WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, NON-INFRINGEMENT, TITLE, QUIET ENJOYMENT, AND ACCURACY.
9.2 No Warranty of Accuracy: We do not warrant that the Platform will be uninterrupted, secure, error-free, or free from viruses or other harmful components. We do not warrant the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of any content, information, or services available through the Platform.
9.3 Limitation of Liability: TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, IN NO EVENT SHALL SOUTHERNSTARPLAY, ITS AFFILIATES, DIRECTORS, OFFICERS, EMPLOYEES, AGENTS, OR LICENSORS BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, PUNITIVE, OR EXEMPLARY DAMAGES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO DAMAGES FOR LOSS OF PROFITS, REVENUE, DATA, USE, GOODWILL, OR OTHER INTANGIBLE LOSSES ARISING OUT OF OR RELATED TO YOUR USE OF OR INABILITY TO USE THE PLATFORM.
9.4 Maximum Liability: IN NO EVENT SHALL OUR TOTAL LIABILITY TO YOU FOR ALL DAMAGES, LOSSES, AND CAUSES OF ACTION EXCEED THE AMOUNT YOU HAVE PAID TO US IN THE PAST TWELVE MONTHS, OR IF GREATER, ONE HUNDRED NEW ZEALAND DOLLARS (NZD $100).
9.5 Assumption of Risk: You acknowledge that use of the Platform is at your sole risk and that you assume full responsibility for any consequences arising from your use of the Service.
9.6 Jurisdictional Limitations: Some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of certain warranties or liabilities. In such jurisdictions, the above limitations may not apply to you, and our liability will be limited to the maximum extent permitted by applicable law.
You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless SouthernStarPlay, its affiliates, subsidiaries, directors, officers, employees, agents, partners, licensors, and service providers from and against any and all claims, damages, obligations, losses, liabilities, costs, debts, and expenses (including but not limited to attorneys' fees) arising from:
• Your use of or access to the Platform
• Your violation of these Terms
• Your violation of any third-party rights, including intellectual property rights or privacy
rights
• Your violation of any applicable law or regulation
• Any content you submit, post, or transmit through the Platform
• Any misrepresentation made by you
• Your willful misconduct or negligence
This indemnification obligation will survive the termination of these Terms and your use of the Platform. We reserve the right to assume exclusive defense and control of any matter subject to indemnification by you, in which case you agree to cooperate with our defense of such claim.
11.1 Termination by You: You may terminate your account at any time by contacting us at support@southernstarplay.com with a request to close your account. Upon termination, your right to access and use the Platform will immediately cease.
11.2 Termination by Us: We reserve the right to suspend, restrict, or terminate your account and access to the Platform at any time, with or without notice, for any reason or no reason, including but not limited to:
• Violation of these Terms or any applicable law
• Fraudulent, abusive, or illegal activity
• Extended periods of inactivity
• Requests by law enforcement or government agencies
• Technical or security issues
• Discontinuation of the Platform or specific features
11.3 Effect of Termination: Upon termination of your account, all rights granted to you under these Terms will immediately cease. Sections of these Terms that by their nature should survive termination will survive, including but not limited to intellectual property provisions, disclaimers, limitations of liability, indemnification, and dispute resolution.
11.4 No Refunds or Compensation: As the Platform is free to use, no refunds or compensation will be provided upon termination for any reason. Any virtual items, achievements, or progress associated with your account will be forfeited upon termination.
12.1 Governing Law: These Terms and your use of the Platform shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of New Zealand, without regard to its conflict of law principles. The United Nations Convention on Contracts for the International Sale of Goods shall not apply.
12.2 Jurisdiction: You agree that any legal action or proceeding arising out of or related to these Terms or your use of the Platform shall be instituted exclusively in the courts of New Zealand, and you consent to the personal jurisdiction of such courts.
12.3 Informal Resolution: Before filing any formal legal claim, you agree to first contact us at support@southernstarplay.com to attempt to resolve the dispute informally. We commit to working in good faith to resolve disputes amicably.
12.4 Time Limitation: Any claim or cause of action arising out of or related to your use of the Platform must be filed within one (1) year after such claim or cause of action arose, or it will be forever barred.
12.5 Class Action Waiver: To the extent permitted by applicable law, you agree that any dispute resolution proceedings will be conducted only on an individual basis and not in a class, consolidated, or representative action.
13.1 Entire Agreement: These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy and Cookie Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and SouthernStarPlay regarding your use of the Platform and supersede all prior agreements and understandings.
13.2 Severability: If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect. The invalid provision shall be modified to the minimum extent necessary to make it valid and enforceable.
13.3 Waiver: Our failure to enforce any right or provision of these Terms shall not be deemed a waiver of such right or provision. Any waiver of any provision of these Terms will be effective only if in writing and signed by an authorized representative of SouthernStarPlay.
13.4 Assignment: You may not assign, transfer, or delegate these Terms or your rights and obligations hereunder without our prior written consent. We may assign these Terms or any rights hereunder without restriction.
13.5 Force Majeure: We shall not be liable for any delay or failure to perform resulting from causes outside our reasonable control, including but not limited to acts of God, war, terrorism, riots, embargoes, acts of civil or military authorities, fire, floods, accidents, pandemics, strikes, or shortages of transportation facilities, fuel, energy, labor, or materials.
13.6 Headings: The headings and section titles in these Terms are for convenience only and have no legal or contractual effect.
13.7 Translation: These Terms may be translated into other languages for your convenience. In the event of any conflict between the English version and a translated version, the English version shall prevail.
If you have any questions, concerns, or comments about these Terms, please contact us:
Email: support@southernstarplay.com
Response Time: Within 48 hours
Location: Auckland, New Zealand
When contacting us regarding these Terms, please provide your account username (if applicable) and a detailed description of your inquiry or concern. We are committed to addressing your questions and resolving issues promptly and professionally.
While southernstarplay.com is designed as free social entertainment with no monetary risk, we encourage all users to engage with the Platform responsibly:
• Set personal time limits for your entertainment sessions
• Take regular breaks during extended play
• Remember that success on the Platform is purely for entertainment and has no real-world value
• If you feel your usage is becoming excessive or problematic, please contact our support team for
resources and assistance
• Respect other users and contribute to a positive community environment
Your wellbeing and enjoyment are important to us. We are committed to providing a safe, fair, and entertaining platform for all users.
By using southernstarplay.com, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions. Thank you for being part of our celestial community!