Terms of Use

Please read these Terms carefully before using Prof Oak services, including the website, Discord bot, and API.

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using Prof Oak, including the website, Discord bot, or API, you agree to these Terms. If you do not agree, please discontinue use of the services.

2. About This Project

Prof Oak is a fan-made Pokémon project that provides gameplay systems, Pokémon information, and community features. Pokémon data may be sourced from third-party resources such as PokeAPI.

Prof Oak is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or associated with Nintendo, Game Freak, or The Pokémon Company.

3. Permitted Use

You agree not to:

• Use the service for unlawful purposes
• Attempt to exploit bugs or abuse gameplay systems
• Spam commands or intentionally disrupt service availability
• Attempt unauthorized access to systems or data
• Interfere with website, API, or Discord bot performance
• Use automated systems in ways that negatively impact service stability

4. Discord Bot Usage

Prof Oak includes Discord-based gameplay systems such as leveling, Pokémon battles, profiles, leaderboards, economy systems, and interactive events.

Certain features may rely on Discord functionality and permissions. Availability may vary depending on server configuration and Discord platform limitations.

5. User Data & Gameplay Data

Gameplay progress including Pokémon teams, levels, PokéCoins, rankings, and related user data may be stored to provide features.

Data handling practices are governed by our Privacy Policy.

6. API Terms

• Public endpoints are provided "as is"
• Rate limits may be applied
• Requests may be logged for diagnostics and abuse prevention
• API endpoints may change without notice

7. Intellectual Property

Pokémon names, artwork, trademarks, and related intellectual property belong to their respective owners.

Prof Oak website code, original content, and custom systems remain property of Prof Oak unless otherwise stated.

8. Service Availability

We do not guarantee uninterrupted availability. Features may be modified, suspended, or discontinued at any time without notice.

9. Disclaimer of Warranties

Services are provided "as is" and "as available" without warranties of any kind.

10. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, Prof Oak and contributors shall not be liable for indirect, incidental, or consequential damages arising from use of the services.

11. External Links

Prof Oak may link to third-party websites or APIs. We are not responsible for their content or privacy practices.

12. Changes to Terms

These Terms may be updated periodically. Continued use of Prof Oak constitutes acceptance of revised Terms.

13. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of New South Wales, Australia, and applicable Australian federal law.

14. Contact

Questions can be submitted via our About page or by email: hello@profoak.net

Last updated: May 22, 2026