Publisher Responsibilities for White-Label Webstore Services
Appcharge provides a white-label service enabling game publishers to operate branded online storefronts. Player login to the webstore is approved by the publisher’s system in real time, allowing the publisher to reject unapproved accounts. As a result, Appcharge does not re-verify compliance with COPPA-related terms of use, as these terms are addressed during the player’s first login to the game. Publishers are responsible for verifying user identities and ensuring compliance with regulations, including age restrictions and parental consent under COPPA, before granting access to the game application. Only players approved by the publisher can subsequently log into the webstore. Appcharge functions as an extension of the publisher’s platform, providing technical infrastructure without assuming compliance verification responsibilities.
Appcharge Responsibilities as Merchant of Record for Checkout Transactions
In its role as Merchant of Record, Appcharge oversees compliance with financial transaction standards. Appcharge’s COPPA and age policy is incorporated into the End-User License Agreement (EULA). Users affirm their age eligibility by agreeing to the EULA, which specifies that they must meet the legal age requirements. Appcharge relies on the publisher’s verification of user compliance. If a user is found to be non-compliant, Appcharge terminates their access to its services.