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Terms of Use

Last updated: June 2025

These terms explain how HanziQuest may be used. They are written in plain language because learning Mandarin should already be the hard part.

1. Acceptance of Terms

  • By using HanziQuest, you agree to these Terms of Use.
  • If you do not agree with these terms, please do not use the site.

2. Description of Service

  • HanziQuest is a free educational website for learning Mandarin Chinese.
  • The site provides browser-based mini-games for HSK vocabulary, pinyin, and sentence practice.
  • The site also provides Chinese myth stories with vocabulary cards and quizzes.
  • No account, registration, or payment is required to use HanziQuest.

3. Educational Purpose

  • HanziQuest content is designed for educational purposes only.
  • Mandarin Chinese is a complex language. The games and stories are learning aids, not comprehensive courses.
  • Vocabulary and sentence data may contain errors or omissions.
  • You should verify important translations, grammar points, or study decisions with authoritative sources.

4. Accuracy Disclaimer

  • We strive for accuracy, but we cannot guarantee that every Chinese character, pinyin spelling, translation, or grammar explanation is error-free.
  • HSK vocabulary lists are based on the official HSK curriculum, but the site may not be exhaustive or fully aligned with every test update.
  • Story content is simplified for learning purposes and may not reflect the full original myth, legend, or literary source.

5. Intellectual Property

  • The site design, code, and original learning content are owned by HanziQuest.
  • Chinese myths and legends referenced in stories are part of cultural heritage and are not claimed as proprietary.
  • HSK is a registered trademark of the Chinese Ministry of Education. HanziQuest is not affiliated with or endorsed by the HSK test organization.
  • You may not copy, redistribute, or resell the site's original content without permission.

6. User Conduct

  • Use HanziQuest only for its intended educational purpose.
  • Do not attempt to disrupt, overload, attack, or misuse the service.
  • Do not use automated tools to scrape or extract site content at scale.

7. Limitation of Liability

  • HanziQuest is provided "as is" without warranties.
  • We are not liable for learning outcomes, translation errors, grammar mistakes, or decisions made based on the content.
  • We are not responsible for any loss of progress data stored in your browser's LocalStorage.

8. Modifications

  • We may update these terms at any time.
  • Continued use of HanziQuest after changes means you accept the updated terms.
  • Changes will be reflected in the "Last updated" date.

9. Contact

If you have questions about these terms, please visit the Contact page.