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TBH: Task Bar Hero
Terms of Service & Privacy Policy
Effective Date: June 6, 2026
Developer: Nugem Studio & Tesseract Studio
Contact: help@nugemstudio.com
IMPORTANT NOTICE
Please read these Terms carefully before playing TBH: Task Bar Hero.
By clicking the Confirm button at launch, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree, you may not use the Game.
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TERMS OF SERVICE
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Article 1 (Purpose)
These Terms of Service (hereinafter "Terms") govern the rights, obligations,
responsibilities, and personal data processing between Nugem Studio and
Tesseract Studio (hereinafter "Company") and users in connection with the use of
TBH: Task Bar Hero (hereinafter "Game").
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Article 2 (Definitions)
The terms used in these Terms are defined as follows.
1. "Game" refers to TBH: Task Bar Hero and all related services provided by the
Company.
2. "User" refers to any person who explicitly agrees to these Terms via the
consent process and uses the Game.
3. "Minor" refers to any person under the age of 18 under the laws of the
Republic of Korea. For users in the European Union, "Minor" additionally
refers to any person under the age of 16 (or such lower age as permitted by
the applicable EU Member State law, but no lower than 13). For users in
other jurisdictions, the age threshold defined by applicable local law shall
apply.
4. "Legal Guardian" refers to a parent or legal guardian of a Minor.
5. "Game Item" refers to digital content generated or acquired through the
in-game network features.
6. "Marketplace" refers to the Steam Marketplace where users may trade Game
Items using Steam Points.
7. "Game Data" refers to all data generated during gameplay, including play
logs, item holdings, and transaction history.
8. "License" refers to the limited, non-exclusive, revocable right to use the
Game.
9. "Personal Information" refers to information that identifies or can identify
an individual.
10. "Platform" refers to the Steam service operated by Valve Corporation.
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Article 3 (Effectiveness and Amendment of Terms)
1. These Terms become effective when the User explicitly consents by checking
the consent checkbox and clicking the confirmation button upon launching the
Game. Users who do not agree may not proceed with use of the Game.
2. These Terms become effective immediately upon first publication. The Company
may amend these Terms within the scope permitted by applicable laws. Any
subsequent amendments will be announced at least 7 days prior to the
effective date via in-game notices or Steam announcements.
3. If a User does not agree to the amended Terms, the User may discontinue use
of the Game. Continued use after the announcement of amendments shall be
deemed as consent to the amended Terms.
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Article 4 (Use by Minors)
1. Minors must obtain consent from their Legal Guardian prior to using the
Game. For EU/EEA users, the applicable age thresholds defined in
Article 2(3) above apply.
2. If a Minor uses the Game without the consent of their Legal Guardian, the
Legal Guardian may cancel such use. However, cancellation may be restricted
if the Minor misrepresented themselves as an adult.
3. Legal Guardians may request the Company to review a Minor's game usage
history and impose usage restrictions.
4. The Company implements measures to protect Minors in accordance with
applicable laws, including youth protection regulations and, where
applicable, the GDPR (for EU/EEA users).
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Article 5 (License and Intellectual Property)
1. The Company grants Users a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license
to use the Game for personal, non-commercial purposes. This license may not
be assigned, sold, leased, or sublicensed.
2. Users may not modify, reverse engineer, reproduce, or distribute the Game.
3. All copyrights and intellectual property rights to content within the Game
(including graphics, music, sound, code, characters, story, and UI) belong
to the Company.
4. Users are permitted to share content created in relation to the Game (such
as screenshots and videos) for non-commercial purposes. Commercial use
requires prior written consent from the Company.
5. The Company may terminate the License after notifying the User in the event
of a Terms violation.
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Article 6 (Service Provision and Changes)
1. The Company may modify game content, systems, and item structures as
operationally required.
2. Updates may change the performance or value of existing items, and no
separate compensation will be provided for such changes. However, the
Company will provide advance notice of significant changes.
3. Some features of the Game require a network (internet) connection.
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Article 7 (Steam Account and Platform)
1. This Game is provided through the Steam platform operated by Valve
Corporation.
2. Users are responsible for the security of their Steam accounts. The Company
is not responsible for damages resulting from account theft or hacking,
unless caused by the Company's own fault.
3. Valve Corporation's terms of service take precedence with respect to Steam
platform policies.
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Article 8 (Network Features and Game Item Generation)
1. The Game uses a network (internet) connection for certain features,
including item generation.
2. Game Items generated through the network are digital content within the Game
and do not represent real-world assets or investment instruments.
3. The Company is not responsible for item generation failures caused by
unstable network connections, server maintenance, or force majeure events.
4. Users must not use unauthorized methods (such as hacks, macros, or
third-party programs) during item generation.
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Article 9 (Marketplace Transactions)
1. Game Items may be traded using Steam Points through the Steam Marketplace.
2. Marketplace transactions are governed by Valve Corporation's Steam Terms of
Service and Marketplace policies. The Company does not directly intervene in
Steam platform trading policies.
3. The Company is not responsible for profits, losses, or disputes arising from
transactions, which are handled under Steam platform policies.
4. Abnormal transactions, deliberate price manipulation, and fraudulent
activities are strictly prohibited and may result in usage restrictions upon
detection.
5. The Company may modify item attributes for economic balance purposes and is
not responsible for changes in trading value resulting from such
modifications.
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Article 10 (Refund Policy)
1. The Game is provided free of charge, and refunds do not apply to the Game
itself.
2. Refunds for DLC (Downloadable Content) are handled entirely in accordance
with Valve Corporation's Steam Refund Policy, and the Company has no
authority to process refunds directly.
3. Users wishing to request a DLC refund should do so directly through Steam
Customer Support at store.steampowered.com/support.
4. Steam Point transactions on the Steam Marketplace are also subject to Valve
Corporation's policies, and the Company has no authority to process refunds
for such transactions.
5. Consumer rights guaranteed by applicable mandatory laws (such as consumer
protection laws and EU Consumer Rights Directive) are preserved regardless
of these Terms.
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Article 11 (User Obligations)
1. Users must not engage in the following activities:
- Using unauthorized methods such as hacks, macros, or auto programs
- Exploiting in-game bugs or vulnerabilities
- Price manipulation, fraud, or abnormal transactions in the Marketplace
- Infringing upon the Company's intellectual property rights
- Using Game content for unauthorized commercial purposes
- Violating applicable laws and regulations
2. The Company may operate automated systems to detect fraudulent activities.
3. Upon confirmation of a violation, the Company may take the following
actions:
- Warning and prior notice
- Temporary suspension of game access
- Item recovery
- Permanent ban from the Game
4. Users may appeal the Company's sanctions by submitting a request to
help@nugemstudio.com. The Company will notify the User of the outcome
within 14 days of receipt.
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Article 12 (Service Changes and Suspension)
1. The Company may modify or suspend service content as operationally or
technically required.
2. In the event of a service suspension, the Company will provide at least
30 days' advance notice via Steam announcements. However, post-hoc notice
may be given in cases of force majeure.
3. Upon service termination, the Company will provide at least 30 days' prior
notice via in-game announcements and Steam. During this notice period, users
may request a copy of their personal data held directly by the Company by
contacting help@nugemstudio.com.
4. Game Items and Game Data will be deleted upon service termination. The
Company bears no obligation to compensate for such deletion unless otherwise
required by applicable mandatory law.
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Article 13 (Disclaimer)
1. The Company is not liable for service interruptions caused by force majeure
events such as natural disasters, war, hacking, or server failures.
2. The Company is not liable for damages caused by the User's own fault.
3. The Company is not liable for service changes resulting from policy changes
by Steam or Valve Corporation.
4. The Company's liability for damages is limited to the maximum extent
permitted by applicable laws.
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Article 14 (Governing Law and Dispute Resolution)
1. These Terms shall be interpreted and applied in accordance with the laws of
the Republic of Korea.
2. In the event of a dispute arising from the use of the Game, the Company and
the User shall in principle resolve it through mutual consultation.
3. If no agreement is reached, the competent court shall be determined in
accordance with the Civil Procedure Act.
4. For international users, applicable mandatory local laws — including EU
consumer protection laws — may take precedence over these Terms.
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Article 15 (Miscellaneous)
1. Matters not specified in these Terms shall be governed by applicable laws
and the Steam platform's terms of service.
2. If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid under applicable law,
the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.
3. The Company does not use tracking cookies or third-party analytics SDKs
within the Game beyond Steam's built-in platform telemetry, which is
governed by Valve Corporation's Privacy Policy.
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PRIVACY POLICY
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Effective Date: June 6, 2026
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Article 1 (Information We Collect and Legal Basis)
TBH: Task Bar Hero follows a strict data minimization policy: data is stored only
when it is actually necessary. The Company looks up additional information only
when the potential use of cheat software is detected. As a result, for the vast
majority of users, no information beyond a Steam ID is ever stored.
The Company collects information in only two situations:
[1. Collected on first access — applies to all users]
Item : Steam ID (collected once)
Purpose : To identify your game account and provide game and Steam
Marketplace services.
Legal Basis : Contract performance (GDPR Art. 6(1)(b))
[2. Collected only upon cheat detection]
The following information is collected ONLY when the Game's anti-cheat system
detects the potential use of cheat software or other abnormal activity. It is
NOT collected from users during normal play.
Items : - Game version
- Cumulative playtime
- File integrity / tampering status
- Other game progress data (hero information, stage progress,
item information, etc.)
Purpose : To detect cheating and ensure a fair play environment.
Legal Basis : Legitimate interests — fraud prevention and fair play
(GDPR Art. 6(1)(f))
Note: Steam Marketplace transactions are processed on the Steam platform, and the
related transaction records are held by Valve Corporation under its own Privacy
Policy — not by the Company. (See Article 4.)
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Article 2 (Purpose of Collection)
Collected information is used solely for the following purposes:
- Account identification and provision of game services (Steam ID)
- Detection of cheating and maintaining a fair play environment
(cheat-detection data)
- Responding to sanction-related appeals and legal disputes arising from
cheat detection
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Article 3 (Retention Period)
Collected personal information is retained for the following periods, in
accordance with the data minimization principle (GDPR Art. 5(1)(e)).
[Steam ID]
Retention : For the duration of active service use; deleted within 30 days of
service termination.
Basis : Contract performance
[Cheat-detection data]
Retention : Collected only when cheat detection occurs. Retained for up to
1 year from the date of detection, solely to process the resulting
sanction and any related appeal, after which it is deleted.
Basis : Legitimate interests — fair play and dispute handling
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Article 4 (Third-Party Disclosure)
1. The Company does not provide personal information to third parties without
the User's consent, except as required by applicable law.
2. For Steam platform integration, the following data is shared with Valve
Corporation (acting as an independent data controller under its own Privacy
Policy): Steam ID and game session authentication data. No additional
personal data is transferred to Valve beyond what is technically required
for platform operation.
3. Steam Marketplace transactions are processed on the Steam platform. The
related transaction records are collected and held by Valve Corporation
under its own Privacy Policy, not by the Company.
4. Where data transfers to Valve Corporation (US) occur, they are conducted
under Valve's Standard Contractual Clauses or equivalent mechanism as
permitted under GDPR Chapter V.
For Valve Corporation's Privacy Policy, visit:
store.steampowered.com/privacy_agreement
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Article 5 (User Rights)
[5-1. Rights regarding data held directly by the Company]
For personal data held directly by the Company (your Steam ID, and any data
collected upon cheat detection), Users may exercise the following rights by
contacting help@nugemstudio.com:
- Right of Access (GDPR Art. 15)
Request a copy of your personal data held by the Company.
- Right to Rectification (GDPR Art. 16)
Request correction of inaccurate personal data.
- Right to Erasure / "Right to be Forgotten" (GDPR Art. 17)
Request deletion of your personal data.
- Right to Restriction of Processing (GDPR Art. 18)
Request restriction of processing in certain circumstances.
- Right to Data Portability (GDPR Art. 20)
Request your data in a machine-readable format.
- Right to Object (GDPR Art. 21)
Object to processing based on legitimate interests.
The Company will respond within 30 days of receipt of a valid request.
[5-2. Rights regarding data held by Valve Corporation (Steam platform)]
In-game progress data and Steam Inventory data are stored and managed by Valve
Corporation as an independent data controller. For these data, Users should
submit requests directly to: store.steampowered.com/contact
[5-3. Right to lodge a complaint]
EU/EEA Users have the right to lodge a complaint with their local Data
Protection Authority (DPA) if they believe their data protection rights have
been violated.
A list of EU DPAs is available at:
edpb.europa.eu/about-edpb/about-edpb/members_en
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Article 6 (International Users)
1. EU/EEA Users: All rights under the GDPR (Regulation (EU) 2016/679) are
guaranteed. Legal bases for each category of data processing are specified
in Article 1 above. The Company does not transfer personal data outside the
EEA unless adequate safeguards are in place pursuant to GDPR Chapter V.
2. California (US) Users: Rights under the CCPA are guaranteed, including the
right to know, right to delete, and right to opt out of the sale of personal
information. The Company does not sell Users' personal information to third
parties.
3. Users in Other Regions: Applicable local personal data protection laws
may apply.
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Article 7 (Privacy Officer)
For inquiries regarding personal data processing, please contact us below.
Privacy Officer : Data Protection Division, Nugem Studio
Email : help@nugemstudio.com
Response Hours : Weekdays 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM (KST)
Response Time : Within 30 days of receipt of a valid request
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Article 8 (Amendments to Privacy Policy)
This Privacy Policy may be revised in accordance with changes in applicable law
or service. Any revisions will be announced at least 7 days prior to the
effective date via in-game notices or Steam announcements.
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DOCUMENT CHANGE LOG
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v1.3 — Announced May 29, 2026 / Effective June 6, 2026
Data collection disclosure corrected to reflect actual data minimization
practice:
- Rewrote "Information We Collect" to a two-tier model: only Steam ID is
collected on first access; additional data is collected solely upon cheat
detection (Privacy Art. 1)
- Removed data categories that are not actually collected: marketplace
transaction records, device/access information, bug reports & error logs
(Privacy Art. 1, 3)
- Narrowed processing purposes accordingly (Privacy Art. 2)
- Updated retention periods to match (Privacy Art. 3)
- Clarified that Steam Marketplace records are held by Valve, not the Company
(Privacy Art. 4)
v1.2 — Announced May 28, 2026 / Effective June 5, 2026
- Changed contact email to help@nugemstudio.com
- Terms effective immediately upon first publication; subsequent amendments
effective 7 days after announcement (ToS Art. 3; Privacy Art. 8)
v1.1 — May 28, 2026
GDPR compliance update:
- Added per-data-type legal bases (Privacy Art. 1)
- Clarified consent mechanism as checkbox + confirm button (ToS Art. 3)
- Revised data retention by data type (Privacy Art. 3)
- Added data subject rights with GDPR article references (Privacy Art. 5)
- Clarified Valve data-sharing scope and SCCs (Privacy Art. 4)
- Added EU DPA complaint right (Privacy Art. 5-3)
- Updated Minor definition for EU age thresholds (ToS Art. 2)
- Added service termination data export notice (ToS Art. 12)
- Added tracking/analytics SDK disclaimer (ToS Art. 15)
v1.0 — May 27, 2026
Initial release.
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Terms of Service & Privacy Policy
Effective Date: June 6, 2026
Developer: Nugem Studio & Tesseract Studio
Contact: help@nugemstudio.com
IMPORTANT NOTICE
Please read these Terms carefully before playing TBH: Task Bar Hero.
By clicking the Confirm button at launch, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree, you may not use the Game.
=================
TERMS OF SERVICE
=================
Article 1 (Purpose)
These Terms of Service (hereinafter "Terms") govern the rights, obligations,
responsibilities, and personal data processing between Nugem Studio and
Tesseract Studio (hereinafter "Company") and users in connection with the use of
TBH: Task Bar Hero (hereinafter "Game").
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Article 2 (Definitions)
The terms used in these Terms are defined as follows.
1. "Game" refers to TBH: Task Bar Hero and all related services provided by the
Company.
2. "User" refers to any person who explicitly agrees to these Terms via the
consent process and uses the Game.
3. "Minor" refers to any person under the age of 18 under the laws of the
Republic of Korea. For users in the European Union, "Minor" additionally
refers to any person under the age of 16 (or such lower age as permitted by
the applicable EU Member State law, but no lower than 13). For users in
other jurisdictions, the age threshold defined by applicable local law shall
apply.
4. "Legal Guardian" refers to a parent or legal guardian of a Minor.
5. "Game Item" refers to digital content generated or acquired through the
in-game network features.
6. "Marketplace" refers to the Steam Marketplace where users may trade Game
Items using Steam Points.
7. "Game Data" refers to all data generated during gameplay, including play
logs, item holdings, and transaction history.
8. "License" refers to the limited, non-exclusive, revocable right to use the
Game.
9. "Personal Information" refers to information that identifies or can identify
an individual.
10. "Platform" refers to the Steam service operated by Valve Corporation.
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Article 3 (Effectiveness and Amendment of Terms)
1. These Terms become effective when the User explicitly consents by checking
the consent checkbox and clicking the confirmation button upon launching the
Game. Users who do not agree may not proceed with use of the Game.
2. These Terms become effective immediately upon first publication. The Company
may amend these Terms within the scope permitted by applicable laws. Any
subsequent amendments will be announced at least 7 days prior to the
effective date via in-game notices or Steam announcements.
3. If a User does not agree to the amended Terms, the User may discontinue use
of the Game. Continued use after the announcement of amendments shall be
deemed as consent to the amended Terms.
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Article 4 (Use by Minors)
1. Minors must obtain consent from their Legal Guardian prior to using the
Game. For EU/EEA users, the applicable age thresholds defined in
Article 2(3) above apply.
2. If a Minor uses the Game without the consent of their Legal Guardian, the
Legal Guardian may cancel such use. However, cancellation may be restricted
if the Minor misrepresented themselves as an adult.
3. Legal Guardians may request the Company to review a Minor's game usage
history and impose usage restrictions.
4. The Company implements measures to protect Minors in accordance with
applicable laws, including youth protection regulations and, where
applicable, the GDPR (for EU/EEA users).
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Article 5 (License and Intellectual Property)
1. The Company grants Users a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license
to use the Game for personal, non-commercial purposes. This license may not
be assigned, sold, leased, or sublicensed.
2. Users may not modify, reverse engineer, reproduce, or distribute the Game.
3. All copyrights and intellectual property rights to content within the Game
(including graphics, music, sound, code, characters, story, and UI) belong
to the Company.
4. Users are permitted to share content created in relation to the Game (such
as screenshots and videos) for non-commercial purposes. Commercial use
requires prior written consent from the Company.
5. The Company may terminate the License after notifying the User in the event
of a Terms violation.
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Article 6 (Service Provision and Changes)
1. The Company may modify game content, systems, and item structures as
operationally required.
2. Updates may change the performance or value of existing items, and no
separate compensation will be provided for such changes. However, the
Company will provide advance notice of significant changes.
3. Some features of the Game require a network (internet) connection.
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Article 7 (Steam Account and Platform)
1. This Game is provided through the Steam platform operated by Valve
Corporation.
2. Users are responsible for the security of their Steam accounts. The Company
is not responsible for damages resulting from account theft or hacking,
unless caused by the Company's own fault.
3. Valve Corporation's terms of service take precedence with respect to Steam
platform policies.
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Article 8 (Network Features and Game Item Generation)
1. The Game uses a network (internet) connection for certain features,
including item generation.
2. Game Items generated through the network are digital content within the Game
and do not represent real-world assets or investment instruments.
3. The Company is not responsible for item generation failures caused by
unstable network connections, server maintenance, or force majeure events.
4. Users must not use unauthorized methods (such as hacks, macros, or
third-party programs) during item generation.
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Article 9 (Marketplace Transactions)
1. Game Items may be traded using Steam Points through the Steam Marketplace.
2. Marketplace transactions are governed by Valve Corporation's Steam Terms of
Service and Marketplace policies. The Company does not directly intervene in
Steam platform trading policies.
3. The Company is not responsible for profits, losses, or disputes arising from
transactions, which are handled under Steam platform policies.
4. Abnormal transactions, deliberate price manipulation, and fraudulent
activities are strictly prohibited and may result in usage restrictions upon
detection.
5. The Company may modify item attributes for economic balance purposes and is
not responsible for changes in trading value resulting from such
modifications.
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Article 10 (Refund Policy)
1. The Game is provided free of charge, and refunds do not apply to the Game
itself.
2. Refunds for DLC (Downloadable Content) are handled entirely in accordance
with Valve Corporation's Steam Refund Policy, and the Company has no
authority to process refunds directly.
3. Users wishing to request a DLC refund should do so directly through Steam
Customer Support at store.steampowered.com/support.
4. Steam Point transactions on the Steam Marketplace are also subject to Valve
Corporation's policies, and the Company has no authority to process refunds
for such transactions.
5. Consumer rights guaranteed by applicable mandatory laws (such as consumer
protection laws and EU Consumer Rights Directive) are preserved regardless
of these Terms.
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Article 11 (User Obligations)
1. Users must not engage in the following activities:
- Using unauthorized methods such as hacks, macros, or auto programs
- Exploiting in-game bugs or vulnerabilities
- Price manipulation, fraud, or abnormal transactions in the Marketplace
- Infringing upon the Company's intellectual property rights
- Using Game content for unauthorized commercial purposes
- Violating applicable laws and regulations
2. The Company may operate automated systems to detect fraudulent activities.
3. Upon confirmation of a violation, the Company may take the following
actions:
- Warning and prior notice
- Temporary suspension of game access
- Item recovery
- Permanent ban from the Game
4. Users may appeal the Company's sanctions by submitting a request to
help@nugemstudio.com. The Company will notify the User of the outcome
within 14 days of receipt.
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Article 12 (Service Changes and Suspension)
1. The Company may modify or suspend service content as operationally or
technically required.
2. In the event of a service suspension, the Company will provide at least
30 days' advance notice via Steam announcements. However, post-hoc notice
may be given in cases of force majeure.
3. Upon service termination, the Company will provide at least 30 days' prior
notice via in-game announcements and Steam. During this notice period, users
may request a copy of their personal data held directly by the Company by
contacting help@nugemstudio.com.
4. Game Items and Game Data will be deleted upon service termination. The
Company bears no obligation to compensate for such deletion unless otherwise
required by applicable mandatory law.
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Article 13 (Disclaimer)
1. The Company is not liable for service interruptions caused by force majeure
events such as natural disasters, war, hacking, or server failures.
2. The Company is not liable for damages caused by the User's own fault.
3. The Company is not liable for service changes resulting from policy changes
by Steam or Valve Corporation.
4. The Company's liability for damages is limited to the maximum extent
permitted by applicable laws.
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Article 14 (Governing Law and Dispute Resolution)
1. These Terms shall be interpreted and applied in accordance with the laws of
the Republic of Korea.
2. In the event of a dispute arising from the use of the Game, the Company and
the User shall in principle resolve it through mutual consultation.
3. If no agreement is reached, the competent court shall be determined in
accordance with the Civil Procedure Act.
4. For international users, applicable mandatory local laws — including EU
consumer protection laws — may take precedence over these Terms.
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Article 15 (Miscellaneous)
1. Matters not specified in these Terms shall be governed by applicable laws
and the Steam platform's terms of service.
2. If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid under applicable law,
the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.
3. The Company does not use tracking cookies or third-party analytics SDKs
within the Game beyond Steam's built-in platform telemetry, which is
governed by Valve Corporation's Privacy Policy.
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PRIVACY POLICY
=================
Effective Date: June 6, 2026
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Article 1 (Information We Collect and Legal Basis)
TBH: Task Bar Hero follows a strict data minimization policy: data is stored only
when it is actually necessary. The Company looks up additional information only
when the potential use of cheat software is detected. As a result, for the vast
majority of users, no information beyond a Steam ID is ever stored.
The Company collects information in only two situations:
[1. Collected on first access — applies to all users]
Item : Steam ID (collected once)
Purpose : To identify your game account and provide game and Steam
Marketplace services.
Legal Basis : Contract performance (GDPR Art. 6(1)(b))
[2. Collected only upon cheat detection]
The following information is collected ONLY when the Game's anti-cheat system
detects the potential use of cheat software or other abnormal activity. It is
NOT collected from users during normal play.
Items : - Game version
- Cumulative playtime
- File integrity / tampering status
- Other game progress data (hero information, stage progress,
item information, etc.)
Purpose : To detect cheating and ensure a fair play environment.
Legal Basis : Legitimate interests — fraud prevention and fair play
(GDPR Art. 6(1)(f))
Note: Steam Marketplace transactions are processed on the Steam platform, and the
related transaction records are held by Valve Corporation under its own Privacy
Policy — not by the Company. (See Article 4.)
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Article 2 (Purpose of Collection)
Collected information is used solely for the following purposes:
- Account identification and provision of game services (Steam ID)
- Detection of cheating and maintaining a fair play environment
(cheat-detection data)
- Responding to sanction-related appeals and legal disputes arising from
cheat detection
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Article 3 (Retention Period)
Collected personal information is retained for the following periods, in
accordance with the data minimization principle (GDPR Art. 5(1)(e)).
[Steam ID]
Retention : For the duration of active service use; deleted within 30 days of
service termination.
Basis : Contract performance
[Cheat-detection data]
Retention : Collected only when cheat detection occurs. Retained for up to
1 year from the date of detection, solely to process the resulting
sanction and any related appeal, after which it is deleted.
Basis : Legitimate interests — fair play and dispute handling
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Article 4 (Third-Party Disclosure)
1. The Company does not provide personal information to third parties without
the User's consent, except as required by applicable law.
2. For Steam platform integration, the following data is shared with Valve
Corporation (acting as an independent data controller under its own Privacy
Policy): Steam ID and game session authentication data. No additional
personal data is transferred to Valve beyond what is technically required
for platform operation.
3. Steam Marketplace transactions are processed on the Steam platform. The
related transaction records are collected and held by Valve Corporation
under its own Privacy Policy, not by the Company.
4. Where data transfers to Valve Corporation (US) occur, they are conducted
under Valve's Standard Contractual Clauses or equivalent mechanism as
permitted under GDPR Chapter V.
For Valve Corporation's Privacy Policy, visit:
store.steampowered.com/privacy_agreement
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Article 5 (User Rights)
[5-1. Rights regarding data held directly by the Company]
For personal data held directly by the Company (your Steam ID, and any data
collected upon cheat detection), Users may exercise the following rights by
contacting help@nugemstudio.com:
- Right of Access (GDPR Art. 15)
Request a copy of your personal data held by the Company.
- Right to Rectification (GDPR Art. 16)
Request correction of inaccurate personal data.
- Right to Erasure / "Right to be Forgotten" (GDPR Art. 17)
Request deletion of your personal data.
- Right to Restriction of Processing (GDPR Art. 18)
Request restriction of processing in certain circumstances.
- Right to Data Portability (GDPR Art. 20)
Request your data in a machine-readable format.
- Right to Object (GDPR Art. 21)
Object to processing based on legitimate interests.
The Company will respond within 30 days of receipt of a valid request.
[5-2. Rights regarding data held by Valve Corporation (Steam platform)]
In-game progress data and Steam Inventory data are stored and managed by Valve
Corporation as an independent data controller. For these data, Users should
submit requests directly to: store.steampowered.com/contact
[5-3. Right to lodge a complaint]
EU/EEA Users have the right to lodge a complaint with their local Data
Protection Authority (DPA) if they believe their data protection rights have
been violated.
A list of EU DPAs is available at:
edpb.europa.eu/about-edpb/about-edpb/members_en
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Article 6 (International Users)
1. EU/EEA Users: All rights under the GDPR (Regulation (EU) 2016/679) are
guaranteed. Legal bases for each category of data processing are specified
in Article 1 above. The Company does not transfer personal data outside the
EEA unless adequate safeguards are in place pursuant to GDPR Chapter V.
2. California (US) Users: Rights under the CCPA are guaranteed, including the
right to know, right to delete, and right to opt out of the sale of personal
information. The Company does not sell Users' personal information to third
parties.
3. Users in Other Regions: Applicable local personal data protection laws
may apply.
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Article 7 (Privacy Officer)
For inquiries regarding personal data processing, please contact us below.
Privacy Officer : Data Protection Division, Nugem Studio
Email : help@nugemstudio.com
Response Hours : Weekdays 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM (KST)
Response Time : Within 30 days of receipt of a valid request
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Article 8 (Amendments to Privacy Policy)
This Privacy Policy may be revised in accordance with changes in applicable law
or service. Any revisions will be announced at least 7 days prior to the
effective date via in-game notices or Steam announcements.
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DOCUMENT CHANGE LOG
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v1.3 — Announced May 29, 2026 / Effective June 6, 2026
Data collection disclosure corrected to reflect actual data minimization
practice:
- Rewrote "Information We Collect" to a two-tier model: only Steam ID is
collected on first access; additional data is collected solely upon cheat
detection (Privacy Art. 1)
- Removed data categories that are not actually collected: marketplace
transaction records, device/access information, bug reports & error logs
(Privacy Art. 1, 3)
- Narrowed processing purposes accordingly (Privacy Art. 2)
- Updated retention periods to match (Privacy Art. 3)
- Clarified that Steam Marketplace records are held by Valve, not the Company
(Privacy Art. 4)
v1.2 — Announced May 28, 2026 / Effective June 5, 2026
- Changed contact email to help@nugemstudio.com
- Terms effective immediately upon first publication; subsequent amendments
effective 7 days after announcement (ToS Art. 3; Privacy Art. 8)
v1.1 — May 28, 2026
GDPR compliance update:
- Added per-data-type legal bases (Privacy Art. 1)
- Clarified consent mechanism as checkbox + confirm button (ToS Art. 3)
- Revised data retention by data type (Privacy Art. 3)
- Added data subject rights with GDPR article references (Privacy Art. 5)
- Clarified Valve data-sharing scope and SCCs (Privacy Art. 4)
- Added EU DPA complaint right (Privacy Art. 5-3)
- Updated Minor definition for EU age thresholds (ToS Art. 2)
- Added service termination data export notice (ToS Art. 12)
- Added tracking/analytics SDK disclaimer (ToS Art. 15)
v1.0 — May 27, 2026
Initial release.
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