> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.blockforecast.io/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# BlockForecast Terms: Geo-Restrictions and Acceptable Use

> A plain-English summary of the BlockForecast Terms of Service, covering geo-restrictions, acceptable use, and creator responsibilities.

Before you trade, create markets, or use the BlockForecast API, you agree to the Terms of Service. This page gives you a plain-English summary of the most important points. It does not replace the full legal text — the authoritative version is always the document published at [blockforecast.io/terms](https://blockforecast.io/terms).

<Note>
  This page is a summary for orientation purposes only. The full Terms of Service at [blockforecast.io/terms](https://blockforecast.io/terms) is the legally binding document. If there is any conflict between this summary and the full text, the full text controls.
</Note>

## Key points

### Who can use BlockForecast

BlockForecast is available globally, but access is restricted in certain jurisdictions where operating a decentralized prediction market would be legally problematic. The **full list of restricted countries** is maintained in the Terms of Service at [blockforecast.io/terms](https://blockforecast.io/terms). This list may change as the regulatory environment evolves.

<Warning>
  If you are located in a restricted jurisdiction, you are not permitted to use the platform. Using a VPN to circumvent geo-restrictions is also prohibited under the Terms and may result in account termination and forfeiture of funds.
</Warning>

### Acceptable use

You agree to use BlockForecast only for lawful purposes. Prohibited uses include, but are not limited to:

* Attempting to manipulate market outcomes
* Using the platform to launder funds or circumvent sanctions
* Bypassing geo-restrictions via VPN or proxy
* Automated activity that violates the API rate limits or scrapes the platform without authorization
* Creating markets with the intent to mislead or defraud other users

### Market creator responsibilities

If you are an approved creator, you take on additional responsibilities under the Terms. These include:

* Listing markets with clear, unambiguous resolution criteria
* Ensuring your markets resolve against verifiable public sources
* Not creating markets where you have a material conflict of interest that could affect resolution
* Following the platform's content guidelines for acceptable market topics

Creator fees (0.5% of each trade) are earned subject to compliance with these responsibilities. BlockForecast may suspend or terminate creator access for violations.

### AI oracle and resolution

Markets on BlockForecast resolve through the multi-agent AI oracle. You acknowledge that:

* Resolution is automated by default — there is no guarantee of manual review
* The oracle's outcome is final unless a valid dispute is raised under the [Resolution Policy](/how-it-works/resolution-policy)
* BlockForecast's decision on any manual override is final

### Intellectual property

BlockForecast owns the platform, its software, and its documentation. You retain rights to the content you submit (e.g. market descriptions), but you grant BlockForecast a license to display and process that content on the platform.

### Limitation of liability

BlockForecast's liability is limited to the maximum extent permitted by law. The platform is provided as-is. Trading prediction markets involves financial risk — you may lose the funds you trade.

## Read the full Terms

The complete Terms of Service, including the geo-restriction list, dispute procedures, and all legal definitions, is published at:

[blockforecast.io/terms →](https://blockforecast.io/terms)

For questions about the Terms, contact [support@blockforecast.io](mailto:support@blockforecast.io).