PikiTalk Terms of Service

Article 1 (Purpose)
These Terms of Service are intended to define the rights, obligations, responsibilities, and other necessary matters between SIGMACHAIN Co., Ltd. (hereinafter referred to as the “Company”) and users (hereinafter referred to as “Members”) regarding the use of PikiTalk (hereinafter referred to as the “Service”).

Article 2 (Definitions)
1. “Service” refers to the blockchain-based chat service available to members, including Blockchain Talk (recorded chats), Private Talk (unrecorded chats), and the community feature “PikiLand.”
2. “Member” refers to any individual who uses the Service in accordance with these Terms.
3. “Blockchain Talk” refers to the chat function in which conversation history is recorded on the AriChain blockchain network.
4. “Private Talk” refers to the private chat function where conversation history is not recorded.
5. “PikiLand” is a group-style content service that allows members to form communities within self-created channels (rooms) using chat and post functions.

6. “Post” refers to the community function within PikiLand where members can share photos and videos along with text.

7. “Host” refers to a member granted permission to operate and manage a specific channel within PikiLand.
8. “Account” means the ID and authentication information a member sets up to use the Service.

Article 3 (Posting and Amendment of Terms)   
1. These Terms are posted within the Service or on the website for easy access by Members.
2. The Company may amend these Terms within the scope of applicable laws and will notify Members at least 7 days prior to the effective date. In the case of significant changes, a 30-day notice will be provided.
3. If a Member does not agree to the revised Terms, they may stop using the Service and terminate their membership.

Article 4 (Provision and Modification of Services)

1. The Company provides the following services to Members:

1. Blockchain Talk (conversation history recorded on AriChain network)

2. Private Talk (conversation history not recorded)

3. Other supplementary services provided by the Company

4. Commercial function (connecting external brands, products, or services by member choice)

5. Other additional services provided by the Company

2. The Company may change or discontinue some or all parts of the Service for technical or operational reasons with prior notice.
3. The Service may include links to third-party websites or services not controlled by the Company. To the extent permitted by law, the Company is not responsible for these external services.

Article 5 (Membership and Account Management)
1. Members must agree to these Terms and follow the procedures set by the Company to register.
2. Members are responsible for managing their own account information and must not share or transfer it to others.
3. The Company may refuse membership or restrict Service use in the following cases:

1. Providing false information
2. Using another person’s identity
3. Other cases deemed inappropriate by the Company

Article 6 (Service Use and Restrictions)
1. Members must comply with these Terms and applicable laws while using the Service.
2. The following activities are prohibited:

1. Transmitting illegal or inappropriate content
2. Stealing or unauthorized use of personal information
3. Recording and misusing inappropriate information in Blockchain Talk
4. Interfering with the operation of the Service

5. Abuse of host privileges, such as arbitrarily expelling users or discriminatory behavior
6. Posting content that violates PikiLand post operation policies

3. In case of violations, the Company may restrict access, suspend accounts, or take legal action.

Article 7 (Privacy and Security)
1. The Company strives to protect Members’ personal information and complies with relevant laws.       
2. Conversation history in Blockchain Talk is stored on the AriChain network and cannot be deleted once recorded.
3. Conversation history in Private Talk is not stored, ensuring confidentiality.
4. Posts in PikiLand are public by default, and members should avoid including personal information. The Company is not responsible for personal data disclosed in posts.

5. Deleted posts or channels are permanently erased and cannot be recovered.

6. The Company implements technical and administrative safeguards to protect personal data.

Article 8 (Child Protection and Safety Policy)

1. Age Restrictions for Use

1. PikiTalk restricts access to users under the age of 13.
2. If an account is created without parental consent, the Company may suspend or delete the account.         

2. Privacy and Security

1. Personal information of children under 13 is not collected without legal guardian consent.
2. Children’s personal data will not be used beyond service provision and can be deleted upon guardian request.
3. Guardians may request to view, modify, or delete their child’s account information.
        

3. Advertising and Payment Protection

1. Users under 18 cannot make purchases of paid services without parental or legal guardian consent.
2. PikiTalk does not provide targeted advertisements to children.
3. Guardians can restrict or block payment features within PikiTalk.

4. Harmful Content Blocking and Reporting

1. PikiTalk provides automatic filtering and reporting features to prevent exposure to harmful content (e.g., violent, sexual, hateful, or illegal material).
2. Reported content is promptly reviewed, and accounts violating the child protection policy may be suspended or restricted.

3. In PikiLand, harmful post content can be blocked through the reporting system. If a host repeatedly posts harmful content or disrupts operations, their account may be restricted.

5. Parental Control Features

1. Guardians can limit usage time, block specific content, and restrict harmful users in PikiTalk.
2. Guardians can view activity history of child accounts and restrict service use if necessary.

Article 9 (Disclaimers)

1. The Company shall not be held liable in the following cases:

1. Damage caused by Member’s negligence in managing account information
2. Issues arising from the inability to delete Blockchain Talk records
3. Service interruptions caused by natural disasters or force majeure

2. Unless caused by willful misconduct or gross negligence, the Company is not liable for service-related issues.

3. Intermediary Role in E-Commerce

1. The Company operates as a telecommunications sales intermediary under the Act on the Consumer Protection in Electronic Commerce and does not directly sell products.

2. The Company is not responsible for the quality, safety, legality, or authenticity of products or services offered by third parties.

3. Any purchase made through external links must be resolved directly with the respective seller or site operator; the Company assumes no responsibility.

Article 10 (Dispute Resolution and Governing Law)
1. Any disputes arising between the Company and Members in relation to these Terms shall be resolved through mutual consultation.
2. If an agreement cannot be reached, the governing law shall be the laws of the Republic of Korea, and the competent court shall be the court having jurisdiction over the Company’s principal office.

Article 11 (PikiLand Host and Post Rules)

1. Members may freely create and manage channels within PikiLand.
2. Posts in PikiLand are shared “as-is,” without modification by the Company.
3. Hosts have the following rights:

1. Manage and delete posts within the channel.
2. Remove users and delegate hosting
3. Set channel visibility and search settings
4. If the host’s actions violate these Terms or applicable laws, the Company may revoke or limit their authority.

Article 12 (Post Operation Policy)

1. While PikiTalk respects members’ freedom of expression when creating posts, it recognizes the growing misuse of online platforms. Therefore, posts are managed under the following policies:

1. Posts that may pose a direct threat to the safety of other members or the public are prohibited.
2. Posts that promote or involve illegal activities such as gambling or criminal conduct, or encourage or assist others in committing such acts, are prohibited.

3. Just as members’ rights are important, so too are the rights of others—including their reputation, privacy, and copyrights—which must be respected in accordance with applicable laws.

4. Members may freely post items or services for trade. However, any post that promotes, advertises, or sells goods or services prohibited by law will be restricted. Transactions must comply with the Act on the Consumer Protection in Electronic Commerce and other relevant laws.

5. If operating a PikiLand channel for commercial purposes, members must disclose business information as required by law. This includes: business name, representative name, address, phone number, email, business registration number, terms of service, and other required consumer protection details. The terms may be written directly in the post or provided via a link.

6. All purchases or sales conducted through PikiLand or its posts are made solely at the discretion of the members involved. Thus, all responsibilities and liabilities arising from such transactions belong to the respective buyer and seller.
7. Posts that attempt to circumvent technological protection measures or clearly violate the copyright owner’s intentions—outside the scope of exceptions permitted by copyright law—are restricted.

8. The Company follows the Act on Promotion of Information and Communications Network Utilization and Information Protection and the Copyright Act to resolve issues related to infringement of privacy, defamation, or copyrights.

9. Posts that cause serious discomfort or contain explicit sexual descriptions, distorted depictions of sexuality, or abnormal sexual behavior are restricted.

10. Posts containing inhumane or degrading content—such as explicit descriptions of violence against humans or animals, or human waste—are restricted due to the potential for extreme discomfort or offense.

11. PikiLand prioritizes the protection of children and adolescents in online spaces. Posts that objectify or dehumanize children or adolescents in any form, particularly related to their bodies or sexuality, are strictly prohibited.

2. Please comply with e-commerce regulations when posting. You are free to advertise or promote goods and services via the post service, provided that you meet legal obligations under e-commerce and tax laws.

3. PikiLand encourages members to report posts or users that may violate laws, the Terms of Service, or these post operation policies. Reported content will be reviewed carefully and handled appropriately.

Article 13 (External Links and Information Display)

1. Product information and links posted by members using the post creation feature are entered by the members themselves. The Company does not pre-screen or guarantee the accuracy, legality, or validity of such information.

2. If the Company determines that a post violates applicable laws or is socially inappropriate, it may delete or restrict exposure of posts containing such links without prior notice.

3. Members must take care not to infringe upon the intellectual property rights or portrait rights of others when posting product links. Any violations may result in civil or criminal liability.

4. Posts intended to promote certain regulated products or services are not permitted. The Company defines these as "Prohibited Items," which include goods or services whose manufacture, distribution, or online sale is restricted by current laws. Corresponding product tags and external link entries are also restricted.

Prohibited Items

1. Pharmaceuticals

2. Alcohol and tobacco

3. Prescription glasses and contact lenses

4. Narcotics

5. Blood (including blood certificates)

6. Military uniforms and military equipment

7. Wild animals and plants

8. Firearms, swords, explosives, and related items

9. Pornographic materials

Addendum

1. These Terms of Service shall take effect on May 26, 2025.
2. The main updates are as follows:

1. Addition and revision of provisions due to the introduction of the PikiLand service.
2. Adjustment of user rights and responsibilities following the addition of community-based features.
3. Addition of clauses related to the Commercial feature.
4. The Company may restrict or revoke host privileges if the host violates these Terms or applicable laws.

3. Continued use of the service after the effective date shall be deemed as acceptance of the revised Terms.
4. Revision History

1. March 5, 2025 – Initial Terms of Service established.
2. May 26, 2025 – Terms updated to reflect the launch of the PikiLand service.

> Article 2: Added new definitions such as “PikiLand,” “Post,” and “Host.”
> Article 4: Added PikiLand and Commercial functions to the scope of services.
> Article 6: Added prohibited actions related to PikiLand.
> Article 7: Included additional privacy guidance regarding PikiLand posts.
> Article 8: Added content filtering provisions related to PikiLand for child protection.
> Article 9: Added disclaimer for intermediary role in e-commerce.
> Article 11: Newly added rules regarding PikiLand operations and host authority.
> Article 12: Newly added Post Operation Policy.
> Article 13: Newly added rules for external links and information display.