BuzzerBeater Rules of Conduct

Implications

• Owning or operating more than one team/account, except in Utopia, leads to a permanent ban without warning.
• Bidding above market rates on players can be seen as money transfer between accounts and may result in a ban.
• Users are encouraged to report suspicious Transfer List overbids to maintain fairness.
• Users must report overbids on their players, failure to do so may result in fines.
• Transfers between friends, relatives, or colleagues are scrutinized and may lead to fines or bans.
• Sharing passwords or account babysitting is prohibited and may result in a ban.
• Spamming users through any BuzzerBeater communication channels is not allowed and may lead to temporary or permanent restrictions.
• Any hacking attempts against BuzzerBeater will result in a ban.
• Use of data mining tools or intensive bandwidth software on BuzzerBeater is forbidden and will lead to an account ban.
• Banned users can appeal after 30 days, but account restoration is very rare.
• The official rules and terms are only those written in American English, translations are unofficial.

Things to watch out for

• Strict enforcement of one account per user rule, with severe penalties for violations.
• High scrutiny of player transfers to prevent unfair practices, with potential for severe penalties.
• Responsibility on users to report any suspicious activities, with penalties for non-compliance.
• Zero tolerance for spam and hacking, leading to immediate and permanent bans.

FAQs

What happens if I accidentally create or operate more than one team/account?

Even if it's accidental, operating multiple teams/accounts is against the rules and will result in a permanent ban of all associated accounts.

How should I handle receiving an overbid for a player I'm selling?

You must report any overbids to the GMs immediately to avoid potential fines or bans for your team.

Can I share my account with a friend or family member if I'm unable to manage it temporarily?

No, sharing your password or account access is strictly prohibited and can lead to a ban for all parties involved.