

Accounts are penalized for violations of the Terms of Service and/or these guidelines.

We will review reported or flagged player accounts and content and will determine whether or not they violate the Terms of Service and/or these guidelines. How we enforce the Terms of Service and these guidelines.

Unfortunately, methods of cheating are limited only by cheaters’ imaginations, and include the following: Don’t deny yourself or someone else of an authentic gameplay experience by cheating. Our games are meant to be played on mobile devices and get you outside to have adventures in the real world. Keep this age rating in mind when sharing content and use discretion when interacting with others.ĭon’t do it.
BE A PLAYER RULES HOW TO
For our games that allow children to play: parents should guide and supervise their children’s use of the product, including where to play and how to use a mobile phone app safely.As with any mobile app, our games should not be operated while driving a vehicle.When walking, players should remain aware of hazards, including other pedestrians, traffic, and obstacles.Remain aware of your environment and avoid going into any inappropriate or dangerous areas, or any area where you are not permitted to be.Here are some additional considerations as you traverse the real world: As with any outdoor activity like hiking, biking, or playing sports in a park, we encourage everyone to exercise caution and play safely. Our games are designed to be played outdoors. This includes any information about another user’s identity, including their name, phone number, email address or physical address, even if a player discloses that info first.Ģ - Stay aware of your surroundings and adhere to the rules of the human world Never expose players’ identities without their consent (“dox”).Never take photos or videos of other players unless you have their explicit permission.Never impersonate other players or Niantic staff.Never violate the legal rights (including the rights of privacy and publicity) of others.Never defame, abuse, harass, harm, stalk, or threaten another player.Here are a few principles of respect to keep in mind: Respect other players and other people, both in the game and in the real world. It’s in everyone’s best interest to keep things courteous and fun for all. Unlike many other games, you may actually meet the people you play with in real life. Report the situation to us through the in-app support options or through our web-based help centers.īelow are some guidelines to keep in mind: 1 - Treat others with respect

If you are around other players who are violating these guidelines, please remove yourself from the situation and don’t engage. Remember that certain interactions that seem harmless or fun to you may be perceived differently by bystanders or other players. In short, treat others as you would like to be treated. Note that violations can result in the permanent suspension of your account. Following these guidelines will help ensure you and other players have a great experience. We want our games to be a fun and safe experience for all players and for everyone out in the real world where the game is played. Niantic Player Guidelines About these Guidelines
