1. 条款的接受

This End User License Agreement ("EULA" or "Agreement") is a legal agreement between you ("User", "you", or "your") and Staged ("we", "us", or "our") for the use of Staged software, including all associated files, documentation, and updates ("Software").

BY INSTALLING, COPYING, OR OTHERWISE USING THE SOFTWARE, YOU ACKNOWLEDGE THAT YOU HAVE READ, UNDERSTOOD, AND AGREE TO BE BOUND BY THE TERMS OF THIS AGREEMENT. IF YOU DO NOT AGREE TO THESE TERMS, DO NOT INSTALL OR USE THE SOFTWARE.

If you are accepting these terms on behalf of an organization or entity, you represent and warrant that you have the authority to bind that organization to this Agreement.

2. 许可授予

Staged is open source software released under the MIT License. Subject to the terms of this EULA and the MIT License, we grant you a worldwide, royalty-free, non-exclusive license to:

Download, install, and use the Software on any number of devices
Copy and distribute the Software
Modify the source code and create derivative works
Use the Software for commercial purposes
Sublicense the Software to third parties

For the complete terms of the MIT License, please refer to our License page.

2.1 开源性质

Information about the Software, its licensing, and official downloads is available on our website at staged.gg. You may use, modify, and distribute the Software according to the MIT License terms.

2.2 更新与修改

We may release updates, patches, or new versions of the Software. While updates are optional, we recommend keeping the Software current for security and functionality improvements. Updates are subject to this EULA unless accompanied by a new agreement.

3. 限制

While the MIT License is permissive, this EULA establishes additional restrictions to protect users and maintain community standards. You agree NOT to:

3.1 恶意使用

Use the Software to develop, distribute, or deploy malware, viruses, or other harmful code
Use the Software to exploit, hack, or attack other systems or users
Integrate the Software into tools designed for unauthorized access

3.2 游戏诚信

Use the Software to cheat, exploit, or gain unfair advantages in competitive multiplayer games
Use the Software to circumvent anti-cheat systems in violation of game terms of service
Create or distribute modifications that enable cheating functionality

3.3 法律合规

Use the Software for any illegal purpose or in violation of applicable laws
Use the Software to infringe on intellectual property rights of others
Use the Software in jurisdictions where such use is prohibited

3.4 品牌与商标

Use the Staged name, logo, or branding in a way that implies official affiliation or endorsement without permission
Create products that may cause confusion with official Staged offerings
Modify or misrepresent the Staged brand identity

4. 知识产权

4.1 软件代码

The Software source code is licensed under the MIT License. Copyright ownership remains with the original authors and contributors.

4.2 Staged 品牌

The "Staged" name, logo, visual identity, and associated branding elements are proprietary trademarks. These are NOT covered by the MIT License and remain the exclusive property of Staged.

4.3 第三方组件

The Software incorporates third-party open source components, each governed by their respective licenses. A list of major third-party licenses is available on our License page.

4.4 您的内容

Any presets, configurations, or content you create using the Software belongs to you. By sharing content publicly through our platforms, you grant us a non-exclusive license to display and distribute that content.

5. 保证免责声明

THE SOFTWARE IS PROVIDED "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, TITLE, AND NON-INFRINGEMENT.

5.1 不保证功能

We do not warrant that:

The Software will meet your specific requirements
The Software will be uninterrupted, timely, secure, or error-free
The results obtained from using the Software will be accurate or reliable
Any errors in the Software will be corrected

5.2 反作弊兼容性

We make NO WARRANTY regarding compatibility with anti-cheat systems. Some games may detect virtual display technology. You acknowledge that:

Game bans may result from use with certain anti-cheat systems
Compatibility may change without notice due to game updates
Use in competitive games is at your own risk

5.3 系统影响

Virtual display drivers interface with core Windows components. While Staged uses Microsoft-supported APIs (IddCx), we do not guarantee:

Complete system stability on all configurations
Compatibility with all hardware and drivers
No impact on system performance or behavior

6. 责任限制

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, IN NO EVENT SHALL STAGED, ITS AUTHORS, CONTRIBUTORS, OR AFFILIATES BE LIABLE FOR ANY:

Indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages
Loss of profits, revenue, data, use, goodwill, or other intangible losses
Damages arising from game account bans or suspensions
Damages resulting from system instability, crashes, or data loss
Damages arising from unauthorized access to or alteration of your data
Any other damages arising out of or related to your use of the Software

THIS LIMITATION APPLIES REGARDLESS OF THE THEORY OF LIABILITY (CONTRACT, TORT, NEGLIGENCE, STRICT LIABILITY, OR OTHERWISE) AND EVEN IF WE HAVE BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES.

IN JURISDICTIONS THAT DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF CERTAIN DAMAGES, OUR LIABILITY SHALL BE LIMITED TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW.

OUR TOTAL LIABILITY FOR ANY CLAIMS ARISING OUT OF THIS AGREEMENT SHALL NOT EXCEED THE AMOUNT YOU PAID FOR THE SOFTWARE, IF ANY.

7. 终止

7.1 由您终止

You may terminate this Agreement at any time by:

Uninstalling the Software from your devices
Destroying all copies of the Software in your possession
Ceasing all use of the Software

7.2 由我们终止

We may terminate or suspend your license immediately, without prior notice, if you:

Violate any term of this Agreement
Use the Software for malicious purposes
Engage in conduct harmful to other users or the community

7.3 终止的效果

Upon termination:

Your license to use the Software under this EULA terminates
You must uninstall and destroy all copies of the Software
Sections 4, 5, 6, and 8 survive termination

7.4 开源权利

Note that termination of this EULA does not affect your rights under the MIT License. You retain the right to use, modify, and distribute the Software source code according to the MIT License terms, but must comply with the trademark and branding restrictions.

8. 适用法律

This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the jurisdiction where the primary developer resides, without regard to its conflict of law provisions.

8.1 争议解决

Any disputes arising from or relating to this Agreement shall be resolved through:

Informal Resolution: Good-faith negotiation between the parties
Mediation: If negotiation fails, non-binding mediation
Arbitration: If mediation fails, binding arbitration in accordance with applicable arbitration rules

8.2 集体诉讼弃权

TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, YOU AGREE THAT ANY PROCEEDINGS TO RESOLVE DISPUTES WILL BE CONDUCTED ON AN INDIVIDUAL BASIS AND NOT IN A CLASS, CONSOLIDATED, OR REPRESENTATIVE ACTION.

8.3 可分割性

If any provision of this Agreement is found to be unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.

9. 本协议的变更

We reserve the right to modify this Agreement at any time. When we make changes:

We will update the "Last updated" date at the top of this page
Material changes will be announced on our website and Discord server
Continued use of the Software after changes constitutes acceptance

We encourage you to review this Agreement periodically for any changes. Your continued use of the Software following the posting of changes means you accept those changes.

10. 联系信息

If you have questions about this End User License Agreement, please contact us:

Email: hello@staged.gg
Discord: https://discord.gg/staged
Website: staged.gg

For general support inquiries, please visit our Contact page.