Disclaimer & DMCA Policy

Welcome to Smash-orPass.com. This Disclaimer & DMCA Policy explains important information regarding the use of our website, content, tools, rankings, and related services (collectively, the "Service").

By accessing or using Smash-orPass.com, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to the terms outlined in this Disclaimer & DMCA Policy. If you do not agree with any portion of this policy, please discontinue use of the website.

1. General Disclaimer

Smash-orPass.com is an independent, fan-created Pokémon entertainment website developed for informational and entertainment purposes.

Our platform provides interactive Pokémon voting experiences, rankings, statistics, informational content, and related fan-focused features designed for members of the Pokémon community.

Smash-orPass.com is not affiliated with, endorsed by, sponsored by, or associated with Nintendo, Game Freak, Creatures Inc., or The Pokémon Company.

All Pokémon names, characters, artwork, logos, trademarks, game assets, and related intellectual property belong to their respective owners.

References to Pokémon are used solely for commentary, informational, educational, and fan-entertainment purposes.

2. Informational and Entertainment Purposes Only

The content available on Smash-orPass.com is provided solely for informational and entertainment purposes.

This includes, but is not limited to:

• Pokémon rankings
• Community voting results
• Smash or Pass statistics
• Pokémon information
• Popularity data
• User-generated preferences
• Pokémon-related articles and guides

While we strive to keep information accurate and reasonably current, we do not guarantee that all content will always be complete, accurate, reliable, or up to date.

Pokémon rankings, voting percentages, popularity scores, and community statistics may change over time as users interact with the platform.

Any reliance on information provided by Smash-orPass.com is at your own discretion and risk.

3. No Professional Advice

Content available on Smash-orPass.com should not be interpreted as professional advice of any kind.

Nothing on this website constitutes:

• Legal advice
• Financial advice
• Tax advice
• Investment advice
• Business advice
• Professional consulting services

Users should seek qualified professional assistance when making decisions that require specialized expertise.

4. User Responsibility

Visitors are responsible for evaluating the accuracy, usefulness, and suitability of any information available on the website.

By using Smash-orPass.com, you agree that:

• Your use of the website is voluntary.
• You are responsible for your own decisions and actions.
• You understand that information may occasionally contain errors, omissions, or outdated content.
• You use the website at your own risk.

5. Third-Party Links and External Resources

Smash-orPass.com may contain links to third-party websites, services, products, or resources for informational convenience.

Examples may include:

• Google services
• Social media platforms
• Pokémon-related resources
• Advertising partners
• Analytics providers
• Community platforms

We do not control or endorse third-party websites and are not responsible for their:

• Content
• Accuracy
• Security
• Privacy practices
• Availability
• Terms of service

Accessing third-party websites is done entirely at your own risk.

6. Advertising Disclosure

To support the operation and maintenance of Smash-orPass.com, we may display advertisements and sponsored content through advertising partners and networks.

These may include:

• Google AdSense
• Google Ad Manager
• Raptive
• Other advertising and monetization providers

Advertisements displayed on the website may be personalized or non-personalized depending on applicable laws, user preferences, and advertising partner settings.

Advertising partners may use cookies, web beacons, and similar technologies to deliver, measure, and improve advertising experiences.

For additional information about advertising-related data collection, please review our Privacy Policy.

7. Affiliate and Sponsored Content Disclosure

From time to time, Smash-orPass.com may participate in affiliate programs, sponsorships, or promotional partnerships.

If affiliate links or sponsored content are included on the website, we may earn a commission or other compensation when users interact with those links or make qualifying purchases.

Such relationships do not influence our commitment to providing useful, honest, and user-focused content.

Any sponsored relationships will be disclosed where required by applicable laws and regulations.

8. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, Smash-orPass.com, its owners, contributors, affiliates, partners, licensors, and service providers shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, special, exemplary, or punitive damages arising from:

• Use of the website
• Inability to access the website
• Errors or inaccuracies in content
• Reliance on information presented
• Service interruptions
• Technical failures
• Data loss
• Third-party actions or services

This limitation applies regardless of the legal theory upon which a claim may be based.

9. No Warranty

All content, tools, features, rankings, and services are provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis.

We make no warranties or representations regarding:

• Accuracy
• Reliability
• Availability
• Security
• Fitness for a particular purpose
• Non-infringement
• Continuous operation

We do not guarantee that the website will always be available, error-free, secure, or free from harmful components.

10. Copyright and Intellectual Property

Smash-orPass.com respects the intellectual property rights of others and expects users and contributors to do the same.

If you believe that content available on our website infringes upon your copyright or other intellectual property rights, please notify us promptly using the procedures outlined below.

11. DMCA Copyright Policy

In accordance with the United States Digital Millennium Copyright Act ("DMCA"), we will respond appropriately to valid copyright infringement claims.

If you believe that material available on Smash-orPass.com infringes your copyright, you may submit a DMCA Takedown Notice.

To Submit a DMCA Notice, Please Include:

• Your physical or electronic signature.
• Identification of the copyrighted work claimed to have been infringed.
• Identification of the material allegedly infringing the copyrighted work, including the specific URL(s) where the material appears.
• Your full name and contact information.
• A statement that you have a good-faith belief that the disputed use is not authorized by the copyright owner, its agent, or the law.
• A statement, under penalty of perjury, that the information contained in your notice is accurate and that you are authorized to act on behalf of the copyright owner.

Submit DMCA Notices To:

Email:

Use Contact Us Page

Subject Line: DMCA Takedown Request

12. Counter-Notification Procedure

If you believe content was removed in error or as a result of misidentification, you may submit a DMCA Counter-Notification.

Your counter-notification should include:

• Your physical or electronic signature.
• Identification of the removed material and its previous location.
• A statement under penalty of perjury that you have a good-faith belief the material was removed due to mistake or misidentification.
• Your contact information.
• A statement consenting to the jurisdiction of the appropriate court as required under the DMCA.

Upon receiving a valid counter-notification, we may restore the content in accordance with applicable law.

13. Repeat Infringer Policy

In appropriate circumstances, Smash-orPass.com reserves the right to remove content, restrict access, or terminate access for individuals who repeatedly infringe intellectual property rights.

14. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Disclaimer & DMCA Policy periodically to reflect legal requirements, website changes, business operations, or industry best practices.

Any updates will be posted on this page along with a revised "Last Updated" date.

Continued use of the website after changes become effective constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.