Legal Info
This is Glacier Hosting’s Legal Page. Here, you can find important documents, including our Terms of Service, Acceptable Use Policy, and Privacy Policy. We ask that you read all of these carefully to ensure you understand your rights and responsibilities while using our services.
PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING CAREFULLY AS IT IS LEGALLY BINDING (DISCLAIMER)
Glacier Hosting (“Glacier Hosting”) agrees to provide services to the Subscriber, subject to the following terms and conditions (“Terms of Service”). Glacier Hosting, hereafter referred to as (“We,” “Us,” or “Our”), and the client, referred to as (“Customer,” “Client,” or “You”). The use of Glacier Hosting services constitutes acceptance and agreement to the Acceptable Use Policy (“AUP”) and Terms of Service (“ToS”). If you are not of legal age to form a binding contract or if you are barred from receiving services under the law, you may not use our services.
Glacier Hosting reserves the right to revise or amend any portion of this agreement at its sole discretion and without advance notice. Any changes will be effective upon posting to the site. Your continued use of our services following any change in the Terms of Service (“ToS”) and Acceptable Use Policy (“AUP”) will indicate your acceptance of such changes. If you do not agree to any changes in the Terms of Service Agreement, please discontinue the use of our services. Please note that if you choose to discontinue our services due to changes made to the Terms of Service (“ToS”) and Acceptable Use Policy (“AUP”), no refund will be initiated. Violation of the Terms of Service (“ToS”) and Acceptable Use Policy (“AUP”) is grounds for service cancellation without refund and may result in civil or criminal prosecution.
Definitions
- "Charges" means the applicable fees payable by you to Glacier Hosting in exchange for our products and services.
- "Content" means information published on the Glacier Hosting website or transmitted by us as part of the services we provide.
Interpretation
The provisions of the Terms of Service (“ToS”) Agreement are in no way exhaustive. Any conduct that violates laws, regulations, or the norms of internet use is prohibited. Glacier Hosting reserves the right to limit or prohibit any of your activities that damage the reputation of Glacier Hosting as it pertains to your use of our services.
Payments
- No contract or subscription is required with any of our services.
- Servers can be cancelled by the customer at any time, however no refunds will be given for the remainder of the billing cycle.
- Customers are required to make manual payments for charges through their billing panel for each billing period, including monthly, quarterly, semi-annually, or annually. Alternatively, if a service has been purchased by making manual payments through Discord, charges must be paid manually from Discord for every billing period, which can be monthly, quarterly, semi-annually, or annually.
- Billing Procedure for Minecraft Hosting and Bot Hosting Services are as follows:
- An invoice will be generated 15 days prior to the due date.
- A first reminder email will be sent 10 days before the due date.
- If unpaid, the affected services will be suspended on the due date before 12 AM. At this point, the first overdue notice will be sent out via email.
- 24 hours after being unpaid, affected services will be suspended. At this point, the second overdue notice will be sent out via email.
- 48 hours after being overdue, the third overdue notice will be sent out via email.
- 3 days or 72 hours after being overdue, the affected services will be terminated, and all files will be removed.
- Billing Procedure for Dedicated Servers, VPS, Glacier Shield, or Other Manually Purchased Services from Discord
- A reminder email will be sent out anytime within 5 days before the due date.
- If unpaid, the server will be terminated and all files will be removed 24 hours after the due date.
Identity Verification
Limitations of Liability
- The use or the inability to use the service.
- The cost of procurement of substitute goods and services resulting from any goods, data, information, or services purchased or obtained or messages received or transactions entered into through or from the service.
- Unauthorized access to or alteration of your transmissions or data.
- Statements or conduct of any third party on the service.
- Any other matter relating to the service.
Glacier Hosting does not provide any warranty or representation that:
- The service will fulfill your requirements.
- The service will operate without interruptions, be timely, secure, or free from errors.
- The results obtained from using the service will be accurate or reliable.
- The quality of any products, services, information, or other material acquired through the service will meet your expectations.
- Any errors in the software will be rectified.
Intellectual Property Restrictions
Storage
- By utilizing our services, you commit to staying within the storage limit allocated to your hosting package. If you exceed this limit, you will be issued a warning. Failure to respond may result in the deletion of your data to prevent any adverse impact on other customers. Specifically for Minecraft hosting and Bot hosting services, your storage allocation is designated exclusively for your Minecraft server and Bot code. Any unrelated items stored on your servers may be deleted by us at any time without prior notice.
- Large dynmaps, logs, and backups that consume a substantial amount of space and pose potential issues on the node may be subject to deletion.
Denial of Service Attacks
Indemnity
Support And live chat
- Support requests for Glacier Hosting services must be submitted through the Glacier Hosting Discord tickets, billing panel ticket system, or our support email. Contact through any other means not mentioned in this line is not guaranteed to receive a proper response from an official representative.
- We strive to maintain an average response time of 30 minutes on Discord tickets, 24 hours on our billing panel ticket system, and 48 hours on our support email (i.e., [email protected]). While we aim for this response time, we cannot guarantee it, as some responses may take longer based on the complexity of the request.
- Spamming the ticket system or support email will result in a further delay in response. Continued spamming may lead to a ban from the support ticket system and support email, affecting your ability to receive support for your services.
- The Live Chat provided is intended for sales inquiries only. If you have any support-related queries for your services, kindly use our ticket system or support email.
Dedicated Servers and VPS
- Our dedicated servers and VPS are entirely unmanaged, and we are unable to offer support for any software installed on the system.
- Upon purchasing a dedicated server and VPS, if you do not specify the operating system you require, Ubuntu will be installed by default. Please note that opting for an operating system other than Ubuntu may incur an additional charge.
Minecraft Servers: Support for Minecraft Services
- Minecraft Servers: Support for Minecraft Services
- RAM allocation is based on the ordered plan, and your server will be assigned the full amount purchased. Additional memory used for java flags (such as PermGen) will utilize this allocated memory, and the in-game display may not reflect the total allocation.
- The server's capacity to handle players depends on RAM, plugins/mods, server settings, and optimization. If lag arises due to optimization or settings, among other factors, Glacier Hosting is not held responsible.
- CPU-intensive servers may be suspended without warning to prevent any issues for other clients. Notification will be provided, along with guidance to optimize CPU resource usage.
- The use of automated backup plugins on Minecraft servers is not permitted, as these plugins can lead to substantial disk usage, potentially impacting other customers' services adversely.
- If you are discovered using a script to increase the RAM allocation beyond the purchased amount, your server will be terminated, and all files will be removed without refund and notice.
- Plugins allowing multiple servers to run on the same package are not allowed.
DDoS Shield
Abuse
- Services found to be engaging in abuse may be suspended or terminated without any refund and prior notification.
- Services will be terminated, and all files will be removed for any, but not limited to, the following reasons:
- Excessively high CPU usage
- Cryptocurrency Mining
- Attempting to gain unauthorized access to other systems
- Use of disruptive plugins such as automated backup plugins, botnets, etc.
- Using a non-Minecraft-oriented JAR file
- DDoS scripts
- Packet flooding
- Torrents and Pirated content
- Intent to gain unauthorized access to any system
- Sending Spam Emails
- Hosting VPN/Proxy Sites
- Use of Nulled/Illegal software
- Hosting or downloading copyrighted material without consent, as well as Torrents
Backup Included in Plans
- Each plan has its own backup limit, and exceeding this limit in any way grants us the full right to suspend, terminate, and remove all your files without notice and refund.
- Glacier Hosting conducts offsite backups on a weekly basis. These backups are stored on a separate drive inaccessible to the customer. If backups are unavailable due to an error, Glacier Hosting is not responsible for the loss of your files, content, worlds, etc.
- You expressly acknowledge that backups can be requested in the following forms, but these forms are subject to availability. Glacier Hosting may not provide your requested backup form in certain circumstances, and Glacier Hosting should not be held responsible for any kind of data loss. The available forms include:
- Download Link: The backup can be zipped up and downloaded from our servers.
- Restored to Server: The backup can be restored to the customer's server, overwriting all existing files unless otherwise stated.
- Backups exclude the following files but not limited to:
- Dynmap
- mcmmo_data
- .log files and anything ending in .log (e.g., log.gz)
- .tar
- .sql
- Block logging data such as CoreProtect
- .zip files in the root directory
Termination
Additionally, Glacier Hosting reserves all rights to suspend, terminate, and remove all files from your server or service upon any violation of the Terms of Service (“ToS”) and Acceptable Use Policy (“AUP”) or any other basis if deemed needed.
Cancellations, Refunds, Chargebacks and the 1 day Money-Back Guarantee
- All hosting plans for Minecraft, games, and bots come with a 1 (one)-day money-back guarantee, effective from the initial server setup date.
- Once the 1 (one)-day period from the server setup date has passed, the service is no longer qualified for a refund.
- Services other than Minecraft, game, and bot hosting are non-refundable.
- Orders for dedicated servers are non-refundable.
- Refunds are exclusively offered to new clients; clients with prior service purchases are not eligible for the 1-day money-back guarantee.
Minecraft End User License Agreement
By using any Glacier Hosting Minecraft-related service, including but not limited to Minecraft server hosting, you agree to the Minecraft End User License Agreement and any related or additional agreements, terms, or conditions specified therein, as provided by Mojang AB, in addition to but not in place of Glacier Hosting Terms of Service (“ToS”).
Minecraft EULA: https://www.minecraft.net/en-us/eula
SECURITY
- You commit to accessing Glacier Hosting services exclusively through the Glacier Hosting interface.
- You commit to refraining from bypassing Glacier Hosting security features to access the system without incurring charges.
- You commit to refraining from engaging in activities that disrupt or impede Glacier Hosting services.
- You commit to using glacierhosting.in in a manner that does not unfairly burden any system beyond what is provided as part of the purchased service, as determined solely by Glacier Hosting.
- You commit to refraining from conducting any network-based attacks on any network, host, or server, including but not limited to "denial of service" attacks or attempting to crash the server.
- You acknowledge that your account is your sole responsibility and that you will accept the consequences of any breach of your obligations under the Terms of Service agreement.
- You acknowledge that you are responsible for the security of your account and will keep your passwords confidential.
- You acknowledge that you are responsible for all activities occurring under your account.
Prohibited Use
Services provided by Glacier Hosting may not be utilized for illegal purposes or to support any illegal activities. Glacier Hosting retains the right to collaborate with legal authorities and/or affected third parties in the examination of any suspected criminal activity or civil wrongdoing.
Threats
Utilizing Glacier Hosting services to transmit any material (via e-mail, uploading, posting, or otherwise) that threatens or encourages bodily harm or destruction of property is strictly prohibited.
Harassment
Utilizing Glacier Hosting services to transmit any material (via e-mail, uploading, posting, or otherwise) that harasses another is strictly prohibited.
Forgery or Impersonation
Altering, deleting, or manipulating identifying network header information with the intention to deceive or mislead is strictly prohibited. Attempting to impersonate any person by employing forged headers or other identifying information is also strictly prohibited. It’s important to note that the use of anonymous remailers or nicknames does not constitute impersonation.
Fraud
Fraud entails a deliberate misrepresentation or deceptive statement, writing, or activity made with the intention that the recipient will act upon it. Any form of fraud is strictly prohibited, and violations will be thoroughly investigated.
Third-party Links, Sites, and Services Our products may include links to third-party websites, advertisers, services, special offers, or other events or activities that are not owned or controlled by Glacier Hosting. We neither endorse nor assume any responsibility for any such third-party sites, information, materials, products, or services. If you choose to access any third-party website, service, or content from Glacier Hosting, you do so at your own risk, and you agree that Glacier Hosting will bear no liability arising from your use of or access to any third-party website, service, or content.
Acceptance of Acceptable Use Policy ("AUP")
Please refrain from using our server if you cannot adhere to the Terms of Service (ToS) and Acceptable Use Policy (AUP). If we find that you are in violation, we reserve the full right to terminate your services without advance notice and without a refund.
Disclaimer
This Privacy Policy outlines how Glacier Hosting gathers, utilizes, maintains, and discloses information obtained from users (referred to as “Users”) of the https://glacierhosting.in website (“Site”). The policy extends to cover the Site and all products and services provided by Glacier Hosting We assure the secure storage and processing of your data in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).
Personal Identification Information
We collect personal identification information from Users when they visit our site, register, place an order, or engage in various activities, services, features, or resources offered on our Site. Users may be asked to provide their name, email address, mailing address, and phone number, as deemed appropriate. It’s worth noting that Users can visit our Site anonymously if they choose to. We will only collect personal identification information if Users voluntarily submit such details to us. Users have the right to decline providing personally identifiable information; however, this may limit their participation in specific Site-related activities, and they will be unable to purchase any services
Non-Personal Identification Information
We might gather non-personal identification information from Users during their interactions with our Site. Such non-personal identification information could encompass details like the browser name, computer type, and technical specifics regarding Users’ methods of connecting to our Site, including the operating system, Internet service providers used, and similar information.
Web Browser Cookies
Our Site may use “cookies” to enhance User experience. User’s web browser places cookies on their hard drive for record-keeping purposes and sometimes to track information about them. User may choose to set their web browser to refuse cookies, or to alert you when cookies are being sent. If they do so, note that some parts of the Site may not function properly.
How do we use your information?
The information we gather during your registration, purchase, newsletter sign-up, survey response, website interaction, and engagement with specific site features is utilized in the following ways:
- Personalizing your experience to deliver content and product offerings aligned with your interests.
- Enhancing our website to better serve your needs.
- Improving our ability to respond to your customer service requests.
- Administering contests, promotions, surveys, or other site features.
- Facilitating the swift processing of your transactions.
- Sending periodic emails related to your orders or updates on products and services.
- Providing you with updates, special offers, and discounts for our goods and services, along with general company information about your account.
- Implementing measures to prevent fraudulent purchases, such as verifying your address with your credit card provider.
How do we protect visitor information?
We refrain from utilizing vulnerability scanning and/or scanning to PCI standards.
Your personal information is securely stored behind protected networks and is accessible only to a limited number of individuals with special access rights, obligated to maintain confidentiality. Furthermore, any sensitive/credit information you provide undergoes encryption through Secure Socket Layer (SSL) technology.
To ensure the safety of your personal information, we implement various security measures when a user places an order, enters, submits, or accesses their information.
How long is data kept for?
Any data collected from you by us is kept until it is requested to be deleted, or is no longer required to prevent fraud.
Third Party Disclosure
We do not sell, trade, or transfer your personally identifiable information to external parties without providing you with advance notice. This exclusion does not apply to our website hosting partners and other collaborators who assist us in operating our website, conducting business, or servicing you, provided they agree to maintain the confidentiality of this information. We may disclose your information if we believe it is necessary to comply with the law, enforce our site policies, or protect our rights, property, or safety, or the rights, property, or safety of others.
However, non-personally identifiable visitor information may be shared with other parties for marketing, advertising, or similar purposes.
Glacier Hosting may disclose your personal information under the following circumstances:
- When we have obtained consent to share such information for specific purposes.
- When it is necessary to ensure the safety of users on our sites and protect the rights and property of Glacier Hosting.
- When we believe that your actions on our website and/or while using our services violate Glacier Hosting's terms of service or the law.
If you do not agree with the aforementioned terms of processing your personal information, we kindly request that you refrain from using our services.
Google’s advertising requirements align with Google’s Advertising Principles, which are designed to ensure a positive experience for users. These principles can be found at https://support.google.com/adwordspolicy/answer/1316548?hl=en.
While we have not currently activated Google AdSense on our site, we may consider doing so in the future.
If you choose to sign up using the Google option, we will securely store your Primary Google email address and openid. This information is necessary to create an account with us, enabling us to contact you via email with your signup details and service information. It also allows you to log in again in the future.
Data Deletion
To initiate the deletion of your client data from our systems, kindly submit a ticket on our Discord channel. This request will prompt the removal of your data from our database.
Third party links
From time to time, we may choose to include or present third-party products or services on our website at our discretion. These third-party sites operate with distinct and independent privacy policies. Consequently, we hold no responsibility or liability for the content and activities of these linked sites. Nevertheless, we are committed to safeguarding the integrity of our site and appreciate any feedback regarding these external sites.
Your Acceptance of These Terms
By utilizing this Site, you indicate your acceptance of this policy and the terms of service. If you do not agree with this policy, please refrain from using our Site. Continued use of the Site after changes to this policy are posted will be considered as your acceptance of those changes.
For any inquiries about this Privacy Policy, the practices of this site, or your interactions with this site, please reach out to us through our Discord ticket system or via email at [email protected]