We’re updating our Terms of Service to clarify how we issue penalties and how we resolve disputes. These changes will go into effect on December 1, 2024. You can read the new terms in full by clicking this link, but here are the key changes:

How we issue penalties: We’ve made it clear that hardware bans are on the table in some cases if players break our rules. In addition, our User Rules (in Section 7) now apply not only while playing our games, but also while broadcasting our games. For example, if you engage in criminal behavior while streaming one of our games, we can ban you. Lastly, acting really badly in one of our games can get you banned from accessing any of our games.

How we resolve disputes: We’ve updated our dispute resolution process and our arbitration agreement. Before a formal dispute, there’s a 60-day negotiation period to try and work things out. If a claim is still unresolved after that, either you or Riot can proceed with arbitration (in most cases). As for arbitration, we’ve added some new procedures for how to administer “mass arbitrations” (typically, where lots of similar claims are brought by the same law firm). You have the right to opt out of our arbitration agreement within 30 days of you accepting the updated Terms of Service. For more information on our dispute resolution terms as well as how to opt out, please read Section 16.

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