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World of Hyatt is the boutique of the big hotel programs. Its footprint is smaller than Marriott's or Hilton's, around 1,400 hotels plus roughly 700 Mr & Mrs Smith boutique properties added in 2024, yet its points are widely considered among the most valuable hotel currency for US travelers. Fewer hotels, richer redemptions.
The portfolio runs from Park Hyatt and Andaz at the high end, through the all-inclusive Inclusive Collection (Hyatt Ziva, Zilara, Secrets, and Dreams), down to dependable Hyatt Place and Hyatt House for road trips, plus hundreds of Mr & Mrs Smith boutique stays in places Hyatt didn't previously reach. One big change to know: as of May 20, 2026, Hyatt replaced its old chart of off-peak, standard, and peak nights with one that now has five levels: Lowest, Low, Moderate, Upper, and Top. Hyatt doesn't call it dynamic pricing, but functionally that's the direction, with wider bands and a new Top rate of 75,000 points a night for its priciest hotels, up from the old ceiling of 45,000. For now only a limited set of hotels and nights have moved into the Upper and Top tiers, with broader adoption expected in the years ahead.
Every brand below earns and redeems in this one program.
The actual numbers. Get your nerd on, memorize the cheap ones.
The cheat sheet.
═══════════════════════════════════════════════════════════ CURRENT AWARD CHART (in effect through May 19, 2026) ═══════════════════════════════════════════════════════════
Hotels — Standard Room (full points):
| Category | Off-peak | Standard | Peak |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 3,500 | 5,000 | 6,500 |
| 2 | 6,500 | 8,000 | 9,500 |
| 3 | 9,000 | 12,000 | 15,000 |
| 4 | 12,000 | 15,000 | 18,000 |
| 5 | 17,000 | 20,000 | 23,000 |
| 6 | 21,000 | 25,000 | 29,000 |
| 7 | 25,000 | 30,000 | 35,000 |
| 8 | 35,000 | 40,000 | 45,000 |
Hotels — Club room (full points):
| Category | Off-peak | Standard | Peak |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 5,500 | 7,000 | 8,500 |
| 2 | 10,500 | 12,000 | 13,500 |
| 3 | 14,000 | 17,000 | 20,000 |
| 4 | 18,000 | 21,000 | 24,000 |
| 5 | 24,000 | 27,000 | 30,000 |
| 6 | 29,000 | 33,000 | 37,000 |
| 7 | 34,000 | 39,000 | 44,000 |
| 8 | 45,000 | 50,000 | 55,000 |
Hotels — Standard Suite (full points):
| Category | Off-peak | Standard | Peak |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 6,500 | 8,000 | 9,500 |
| 2 | 11,500 | 13,000 | 14,500 |
| 3 | 17,000 | 20,000 | 23,000 |
| 4 | 21,000 | 24,000 | 27,000 |
| 5 | 29,000 | 32,000 | 35,000 |
| 6 | 36,000 | 40,000 | 44,000 |
| 7 | 43,000 | 48,000 | 53,000 |
| 8 | 56,000 | 61,000 | 66,000 |
Hotels — Premium Suite (full points):
| Category | Off-peak | Standard | Peak |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 7,000 | 10,000 | 13,000 |
| 2 | 13,000 | 16,000 | 19,000 |
| 3 | 18,000 | 24,000 | 30,000 |
| 4 | 24,000 | 30,000 | 36,000 |
| 5 | 34,000 | 40,000 | 46,000 |
| 6 | 42,000 | 50,000 | 58,000 |
| 7 | 50,000 | 60,000 | 70,000 |
| 8 | 70,000 | 80,000 | 90,000 |
All-inclusive resorts — Standard Room (full points, single/double occupancy):
| Category | Off-peak | Standard | Peak |
|---|---|---|---|
| A | 12,000 | 15,000 | 18,000 |
| B | 17,000 | 20,000 | 23,000 |
| C | 21,000 | 25,000 | 29,000 |
| D | 25,000 | 30,000 | 35,000 |
| E | 35,000 | 40,000 | 45,000 |
| F | 42,000 | 50,000 | 58,000 |
Inclusive Collection brands: Impression by Secrets, Hyatt Ziva, Hyatt Zilara, Zoëtry, Secrets, Breathless, Dreams, Hyatt Vivid (coming soon), Bahia Principe, Alua, Sunscape. Suite/Club rates exist for all-inclusives but aren't enumerated here yet — fall back to general guidance for those.
Miraval Resorts (full points):
| Award type | Off-peak | Standard | Peak |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard Room – Single Occupancy | 40,000 | 45,000 | 50,000 |
| Standard Room – Double Occupancy | 57,500 | 65,000 | 72,000 |
| Standard Suite – Single Occupancy | 65,000 | 75,000 | 85,000 |
| Standard Suite – Double Occupancy | 82,500 | 95,000 | 107,000 |
| Premium Suite – Single Occupancy | 95,000 | 105,000 | 115,000 |
| Premium Suite – Double Occupancy | 112,500 | 125,000 | 137,000 |
Includes $175 daily resort credit per person, all meals, and wellness activities. Berkshires bookable online; other Miravals require calling (866) 792-3395.
Points + Cash — Hotels (Standard Room):
| Category | Off-peak | Standard | Peak |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,750 + cash | 2,500 + cash | 3,250 + cash |
| 2 | 3,250 + cash | 4,000 + cash | 4,750 + cash |
| 3 | 4,500 + cash | 6,000 + cash | 7,500 + cash |
| 4 | 6,000 + cash | 7,500 + cash | 9,000 + cash |
| 5 | 8,500 + cash | 10,000 + cash | 11,500 + cash |
| 6 | 10,500 + cash | 12,500 + cash | 14,500 + cash |
| 7 | 12,500 + cash | 15,000 + cash | 17,500 + cash |
| 8 | 17,500 + cash | 20,000 + cash | 22,500 + cash |
50% of the points required for a free night, plus 50–70% off the standard cash rate.
Points + Cash — Hotels (Standard Suite):
| Category | Off-peak | Standard | Peak |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 3,250 + cash | 4,000 + cash | 4,750 + cash |
| 2 | 5,750 + cash | 6,500 + cash | 7,250 + cash |
| 3 | 8,500 + cash | 10,000 + cash | 11,500 + cash |
| 4 | 10,500 + cash | 12,000 + cash | 13,500 + cash |
| 5 | 14,500 + cash | 16,000 + cash | 17,500 + cash |
| 6 | 18,000 + cash | 20,000 + cash | 22,000 + cash |
| 7 | 21,500 + cash | 24,000 + cash | 26,500 + cash |
| 8 | 28,000 + cash | 30,500 + cash | 33,000 + cash |
Hotel suites via Points + Cash: book by phone — (800) 544-9288 (US/Canada).
Points + Cash — Hotels (Premium Suite): [TODO: Add when needed.]
Points + Cash — Miraval:
| Award type | Off-peak | Standard | Peak |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard Room – Single | 20,000 + cash | 22,500 + cash | 25,000 + cash |
| Standard Room – Double | 28,750 + cash | 32,500 + cash | 36,000 + cash |
| Standard Suite – Single | 32,500 + cash | 37,500 + cash | 42,500 + cash |
| Standard Suite – Double | 41,250 + cash | 47,500 + cash | 53,500 + cash |
| Premium Suite – Single | 47,500 + cash | 52,500 + cash | 57,500 + cash |
| Premium Suite – Double | 56,250 + cash | 62,500 + cash | 68,500 + cash |
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Upgrade a new paid stay online; existing stays via (800) 544-9288.
═══════════════════════════════════════════════════════════ NEW CHART (effective May 20, 2026) ═══════════════════════════════════════════════════════════
Replaces the simple peak/standard/off-peak chart with five tiers: Lowest / Low / Moderate / Upper / Top. Wider bands, more dates pricing into Upper and Top.
Known anchor points:
136 properties also change categories on May 20: 112 going up, 24 going down.
Where your points punch above their weight.
Where this currency genuinely shines.
The award chart moved from three tiers to five (Lowest, Low, Moderate, Upper, Top) across the same eight categories in May 2026. The good news for now: Hyatt is rolling this out gradually - only a limited number of nights at a limited set of hotels actually price into the new Upper and Top levels in 2026, with broader adoption in the years that follow. So most of these sweet spots still hold; just compare a few date ranges before you commit.
All-inclusive resorts in Mexico and the Caribbean - Hyatt Ziva, Zilara, Secrets, and Dreams still run roughly 20,000-25,000 points/night with food, drinks, and activities included, often clearing outsized value. A handful of peak dates now price into Upper or Top, so check the calendar.
Aspirational Park Hyatts (Tokyo, Kyoto, Sydney) - where cash rates can top $1,500/night, these are still where points stretch furthest. At the Cat 8 ceiling the Top level now runs 75,000 points (up from the old 45,000 peak), so target lower-priced dates where you can.
Hidden low-category Park Hyatts (Mendoza, Chennai) - often under 10,000 points/night for genuinely nice properties. Some shifted in the 136-property category reshuffle, so reconfirm the category before booking.
Hyatt Place / Hyatt House on road trips - the new Lowest level is 3,000 points/night, so the floor is actually slightly better than before. 3,500-6,500 points still buys a clean room with free hot breakfast at Hyatt Place.
Free Night Certificates from the Chase Hyatt card - the annual Cat 1-4 cert pays back the $95 fee on a single use at most properties. Stack the second cert (after $15K spend) at high-tier Cat 4 dates and the math gets aggressive.
Globalist 4 PM late checkout - not a redemption, but quietly one of the most valuable Globalist benefits for transit days.
Brand Explorer Free Night Award — stay at five different Hyatt brands (Park Hyatt, Andaz, Hyatt Place, Hyatt Ziva, etc.) on either a paid Eligible Rate or a redeemed Free Night Award, and Hyatt issues a free night good at any Cat 1–4 property. Valid for one year. Counts brands, not nights — five one-night stays at five different brands hit the trigger. Each Hyatt brand is one count, so a Park Hyatt stay only credits "Park Hyatt" toward your next award once you've completed the current cycle. Great way to turn brand-curious trips into a built-in fifth night somewhere genuinely nice (think aspirational Park Hyatt at Cat 4, or a category jump on a Hyatt Place).
Under Canvas (glamping near US national parks): bookable through Mr & Mrs Smith ‚Üí World of Hyatt, so eligible stays earn base points and qualify for elite-night credit. Properties include ULUM Moab, The Fields of Michigan, and Bar N Ranch. Niche but excellent for park-adjacent trips where Hyatt's normal portfolio has nothing nearby.
The Venetian Resort Las Vegas: book through Hyatt to earn and redeem points on eligible nights at a property that isn't a Hyatt brand. One of the few ways to apply Hyatt points to a Strip stay without a transfer to MGM/Caesars.
Programs that transfer points in.
2 programs that transfer in.
Programs that transfer points or miles into Hyatt.
| From | Ratio | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Chase Ultimate Rewards | reserve1:1 preferred4:3 | World of Hyatt transfers are card-specific as of 2026: Sapphire Reserve keeps 1:1 (1,000 UR = 1,000 Hyatt); Sapphire Preferred and Ink Business Preferred transfer at 4:3 (1,000 UR = 750 Hyatt). The 4:3 cut applies immediately to new applicants (2026-06-15) and from 2026-10-01 for existing cardholders. Cash-earner Chase cards (Freedom, Ink Cash/Unlimited) reach Hyatt by pooling into a premium card first. |
| Bilt Rewards | 1:1 | No transfer fee. The crown-jewel redemption; outsized value at top properties. |
The status ladder. 4 rungs, each unlocking better lounges, bags, and bragging rights.
4 status levels.
10 tier-qualifying nights, OR 25,000 base points, OR holding a World of Hyatt credit card (per calendar year)
30 tier-qualifying nights, OR 50,000 base points (per calendar year)
60 tier-qualifying nights, OR 100,000 base points (per calendar year)
1,000,000 lifetime Base Points (no longer requires 10 years at Globalist; nights stayed don't count toward the threshold — only base points)
Club lounges and breakfast: who gets in.
Who gets in, who doesn't, and the carve-outs.
World of Hyatt does not participate in any airline-style alliance, but it has its own club-lounge program at properties that have a lounge:
Many participating Mr & Mrs Smith boutique properties don't have a club-lounge concept at all — they're typically smaller, design-forward hotels — so club benefits don't apply there.
The high-leverage moves. Read this before you transfer a single mile.
The smart-money plays.
Resort fees, blackout dates, points expiry, the stuff nobody tells you until you've been burned once.
The fine print, decoded.
Points expire after 24 months of inactivity. Holding a World of Hyatt credit card (personal or business) keeps points active indefinitely. Once forfeited, points typically cannot be reinstated.
Points sharing is unusually flexible — and getting better. Historically required a paper/PDF form, with combining limited to once per 30 days. Hyatt is rolling out Digital Points Sharing in 2026, moving the process to the app and website. (Rollout timing varies by region; check the program FAQ for current availability in your region.) The "one combine per 30 days" rule may not be the whole story going forward; check the program FAQ before assuming the old limits apply. There's no fee, no relationship requirement, and combining typically resets the 24-month expiration on both accounts.
The new May 20, 2026 chart is dynamic pricing in disguise. Hyatt isn't using the term, but the five tiers (Lowest / Low / Moderate / Upper / Top) widen the bands and let Hyatt push more dates into Upper and Top. Cat 8 Top hits 75,000 points (up from 45,000 peak — a 67% jump). 136 properties also change categories: 112 going up, 24 going down.
Mr & Mrs Smith properties don't all follow the standard category chart. Some price dynamically. Check before assuming it's a deal.
5-tier award chart launches May 20, 2026. The 3-tier model (Off-Peak / Standard / Peak) becomes 5 tiers: Lowest / Low / Moderate / Upper / Top. The Top tier on Cat 8 properties reaches 75,000 points/night - up to +67% from the prior 45K Cat 8 peak. The Lowest tier on Cat 1-3 properties drops 500-1,000 points/night versus prior off-peak. Net effect skews price hikes, especially at the high end.
136 hotels shift category in 2026 alongside the chart change: 112 properties move up, 24 move down. About 90% of the portfolio is unchanged this year. The new 5-tier framework adds capacity for Hyatt to surface Upper / Top pricing on demand peaks without broad future category resets.
Gifted-award cap: 10 per calendar year per recipient (as of June 7, 2025). You can still transfer as many eligible awards as you want, but no one Member can receive more than 10 gifted awards per year. Plan ahead if you're funneling Suite Upgrades or Guest of Honor Awards to a family member.
Peloton: 100 Bonus Points per eligible workout at participating Hyatt hotels (in-room access to select classes where available). Trivial individually, but stacks fast on extended stays at participating properties.
American Airlines: dual-earn via account linking. Link your AAdvantage® and World of Hyatt accounts and earn both miles AND points on eligible activity, plus access to AA-specific Milestone Reward choices (Preferred Seat / Main Cabin Extra coupons at the 20- and 40-night milestones; Gold status at 70 nights; Platinum at 100). The link is one-time, name on both accounts must match.
Every Hyatthotel you can book today. Sort, filter, and search by name, brand, city, region, or category. Categories shift over time — verify on the program's site before booking. Coming-soon properties are hidden by default; toggle them on if you want a peek.
| Property ▲ | Brand | Location | Cat | Points (off / std / peak) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7Pines Resort Ibiza | 7Pines Resort | Ibiza, Spain | 7 | 25,000 / 30,000 / 35,000 |
| 7Pines Resort Sardinia | 7Pines Resort | Sardinia, Italy | 8 | 35,000 / 40,000 / 45,000 |
| Alila Bangsar Kuala Lumpur | Alila | Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia | 2 | 6,500 / 8,000 / 9,500 |
| Alila Diwa Goa | Alila | Goa, India | 3 | 9,000 / 12,000 / 15,000 |
| Alila Dong'ao Island Zhuhai | Alila | Zhuhai, China | 5 | 17,000 / 20,000 / 23,000 |
| Alila Fort Bishangarh | Alila | Jaipur, India | 5 | 17,000 / 20,000 / 23,000 |
| Alila Hinu Bay | Alila | Mirbat, Oman | 5 | 17,000 / 20,000 / 23,000 |
| Alila Jabal Akhdar | Alila | Jabal Akhdar, Oman | 7 | 25,000 / 30,000 / 35,000 |
| Alila Kothaifaru Maldives | Alila | —, Maldives | 7 | 25,000 / 30,000 / 35,000 |
| Alila Manggis | Alila | Manggis, Indonesia | 2 | 6,500 / 8,000 / 9,500 |
| Alila Marea Beach Resort Encinitas | Alila | Encinitas, United States | 7 | 25,000 / 30,000 / 35,000 |
| Alila Mayakoba | Alila | Playa del Carmen, Mexico | 6 | 21,000 / 25,000 / 29,000 |
| Alila Napa Valley | Alila | St. Helena, United States | 8 | 35,000 / 40,000 / 45,000 |
| Alila Seminyak | Alila | Seminyak, Indonesia | 6 | 21,000 / 25,000 / 29,000 |
| Alila Shanghai | Alila | Shanghai, China | 5 | 17,000 / 20,000 / 23,000 |
| Alila Solo | Alila | Solo, Indonesia | 1 | 3,500 / 5,000 / 6,500 |
| Alila Ubud | Alila | Ubud, Indonesia | 4 | 12,000 / 15,000 / 18,000 |
| Alila Ventana Big Sur | Alila | Big Sur, United States | 8 | 35,000 / 40,000 / 45,000 |
| Alila Villas Uluwatu | Alila | Uluwatu, Indonesia | 8 | 35,000 / 40,000 / 45,000 |
| Alila Wuzhen | Alila | Wuzhen, China | 4 | 12,000 / 15,000 / 18,000 |
| Alua Atl√°ntico Golf ResortAll-inclusive | Alua | Tenerife, Spain | A | 12,000 / 15,000 / 18,000 |
| Alua BoccaccioAll-inclusive | Alua | Mallorca, Spain | A | 12,000 / 15,000 / 18,000 |
| Alua Calas de Mallorca ResortAll-inclusive | Alua | Mallorca, Spain | A | 12,000 / 15,000 / 18,000 |
| Alua CalviaAll-inclusive | Alua | Mallorca, Spain | A | 12,000 / 15,000 / 18,000 |
| Alua Golf TrinidadAll-inclusive | Alua | Mallorca, Spain | A | 12,000 / 15,000 / 18,000 |
| Alua Gran Camp de MarAll-inclusive | Alua | Mallorca, Spain | A | 12,000 / 15,000 / 18,000 |
| Alua Helios BayAll-inclusive | Alua | Obzor, Bulgaria | A | 12,000 / 15,000 / 18,000 |
| Alua Illa de MenorcaAll-inclusive | Alua | Menorca, Spain | A | 12,000 / 15,000 / 18,000 |
| Alua LeoAll-inclusive | Alua | Mallorca, Spain | A | 12,000 / 15,000 / 18,000 |
| Alua Suites FuerteventuraAll-inclusive | Alua | Fuerteventura, Spain | A | 12,000 / 15,000 / 18,000 |
| Alua Suites Las RocasAll-inclusive | Alua | Mallorca, Spain | A | 12,000 / 15,000 / 18,000 |
| Alua TenerifeAll-inclusive | Alua | Tenerife, Spain | A | 12,000 / 15,000 / 18,000 |
| AluaSoul CarolinaAll-inclusive | AluaSoul | Mallorca, Spain | A | 12,000 / 15,000 / 18,000 |
| AluaSoul Costa AdejeAll-inclusive | AluaSoul | Tenerife, Spain | A | 12,000 / 15,000 / 18,000 |
| AluaSoul IbizaAll-inclusive | AluaSoul | Ibiza, Spain | A | 17,000 / 20,000 / 23,000 |
| AluaSoul Mallorca ResortAll-inclusive | AluaSoul | Mallorca, Spain | B | 17,000 / 20,000 / 23,000 |
| AluaSoul MenorcaAll-inclusive | AluaSoul | Menorca, Spain | B | 17,000 / 20,000 / 23,000 |
| AluaSoul Orotava ValleyAll-inclusive | AluaSoul | Tenerife, Spain | A | 12,000 / 15,000 / 18,000 |
| AluaSoul PalmaAll-inclusive | AluaSoul | Mallorca, Spain | A | 12,000 / 15,000 / 18,000 |
| AluaSoul Sunny BeachAll-inclusive | AluaSoul | Sunny Beach, Bulgaria | B | 17,000 / 20,000 / 23,000 |
| AluaSoul ZakynthosAll-inclusive | AluaSoul | Zakynthos, Greece | A | 12,000 / 15,000 / 18,000 |
| AluaSun Cala AntenaAll-inclusive | AluaSun | Mallorca, Spain | A | 12,000 / 15,000 / 18,000 |
| AluaSun Continental ParkAll-inclusive | AluaSun | Mallorca, Spain | A | 12,000 / 15,000 / 18,000 |
| AluaSun Costa ParkAll-inclusive | AluaSun | Mallorca, Spain | A | 12,000 / 15,000 / 18,000 |
| AluaSun DoblemarAll-inclusive | AluaSun | La Manga, Spain | A | 12,000 / 15,000 / 18,000 |
| AluaSun Far MenorcaAll-inclusive | AluaSun | Menorca, Spain | A | 12,000 / 15,000 / 18,000 |
| AluaSun Helios BeachAll-inclusive | AluaSun | Obzor, Bulgaria | A | 12,000 / 15,000 / 18,000 |
| AluaSun Lago ParkAll-inclusive | AluaSun | Mallorca, Spain | A | 12,000 / 15,000 / 18,000 |
| AluaSun Lago RojoAll-inclusive | AluaSun | Torremolinos, Spain | A | 12,000 / 15,000 / 18,000 |
| AluaSun Marbella ParkAll-inclusive | AluaSun | Marbella, Spain | A | 12,000 / 15,000 / 18,000 |
Cards that earn Hyatt directly, or that transfer into it from a flexible-currency program.
World of Hyatt and Air Canada's Aeroplan launched a partnership: convert Hyatt points to Aeroplan at 2:1, or book Hyatt free nights with Aeroplan points from 25,000. Most useful for Amex and Capital One holders, since Chase and Bilt already transfer to Hyatt directly.
The World of Hyatt Credit Card is running an elevated welcome offer of up to 75,000 points (45,000 after $5,000 spend, plus up to 30,000 more), up from the usual 60,000. Limited-time, no published end date.
World of Hyatt extended its new-hotels bonus through October 31: 500 bonus points per qualifying night at one of 36 newly opened properties worldwide. There's no registration, and it stacks on top of your regular earning and other promos, so if a new Hyatt is already on your list, it's free points for doing nothing. Find the list at hyatt.com/newhotelbonus.
If you've got a few Hyatt stays lined up this summer, this one's easy: register by September 1, then earn 2,000 points for every two nights through September 7, up to 8,000 total. Award nights count, too. One catch worth knowing before you plan around it: your first stay after registering earns nothing, so it only pays off with two or more stays.
World of Hyatt will let members share points digitally with other members later in 2026, removing friction from a previously slow paper-form process. Exact launch date and transfer-fee structure are not yet public.
Outside the annual review, World of Hyatt moved 7 properties on Feb 25, 2026: Andaz Pattaya Jomtien Beach, Hyatt Centric Malta, Hyatt Regency Kotor Bay Resort, Hyatt Place San Antonio-Northwest/Medical Center, and Grand Hyatt Incheon all moved up one category. The opening-2026 Grand Hyatt Grand Cayman moved up two. The Barnett (JdV by Hyatt) moved down one.
Explorists, Globalists, Lifetime Globalists, and Chase World of Hyatt Credit Cardmembers will get earlier access to award-night inventory than the general member pool, launching later in 2026. Specific timing window not yet announced.
Bahia Principe officially joined the World of Hyatt Inclusive Collection on March 24, 2026, adding 22 all-inclusive resorts across the Dominican Republic, Mexico, Jamaica, and Spain. You can now earn and redeem Hyatt points at all participating properties.
Past offers for Hyatt — searchable, click to view the original.
Last reviewed: July 2026
Loyalty programs change rules, fees, transfer ratios, and award pricing all the time — sometimes without warning. We do our best to keep these pages current, but the program's own site is always the final word. Always confirm specifics directly with Hyatt before transferring miles or booking an award. Treat anything on this page as a starting point, not a guarantee. Crazy4Points is not responsible for actions taken based on information here — see our Terms of Service for full details.
