Terms of Service

Your agreement to use ReadRebels services

Last updated: January 2025

Welcome to ReadRebels! These Terms of Service help you understand your rights and responsibilities when you use ReadRebels to discover and enjoy premium Asian fiction. We've written them in plain language whenever possible, though some legal terminology is required.

PLEASE READ THESE TERMS CAREFULLY. By accessing or using our Services, you agree to be bound by these Terms and all policies referenced herein, including our Community Guidelines and Privacy Policy. If you do not agree to all of these terms, do not access or use our Services.

Table of Contents

1. Acceptance of Terms

By creating an account, accessing, or using our Services, you confirm that:

  • You can form a binding contract with us
  • You accept these Terms and agree to comply with them
  • You have read and understood our Community Guidelines and Privacy Policy
  • You meet the eligibility requirements outlined in Section 2

These Terms constitute a legal agreement between you and ReadRebels. If you are using our Services on behalf of an organization, you are agreeing to these Terms for that organization and representing that you have the authority to bind that organization to these Terms.

2. Eligibility and Account Registration

Age Requirements

To use our Services, you must be at least 13 years of age (or such other age as required by applicable law in your jurisdiction to use online services without parental consent). If you are between the ages of 13 and 18 (or the age of legal majority in your jurisdiction), you may only use the Services under the supervision of a parent or legal guardian who agrees to be bound by these Terms.

Account Creation

  • You may need to create an account to access certain features
  • You agree to provide accurate, current, and complete information during registration
  • You must update your information to keep it accurate, current, and complete
  • You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials
  • You may not create multiple accounts or share your account with others

Account Security

You are responsible for all activities that occur under your account. You agree to notify us immediately at support@readrebels.com of any unauthorized use of your account. We are not liable for any loss or damage arising from unauthorized use of your account.

3. Use of the Services

Permitted Use

Subject to your compliance with these Terms, we grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, non-sublicensable license to access and use the Services for your personal, non-commercial entertainment purposes.

Prohibited Conduct

You agree not to engage in any activity that:

Legal and Safety Violations:

  • Violates any applicable local, state, national, or international law or regulation
  • Promotes, encourages, or facilitates illegal activities
  • Threatens, harasses, or intimidates any person
  • Violates the rights of any third party, including privacy, publicity, or intellectual property rights

Platform Integrity Violations:

  • Violates our Community Guidelines (incorporated by reference into these Terms)
  • Attempts to circumvent any security measures or access restrictions
  • Interferes with or disrupts the Services or servers/networks connected to the Services
  • Attempts to gain unauthorized access to any portion of the Services

4. Intellectual Property Rights

Our Content

The Services and all materials therein, including but not limited to:

  • Software, applications, and user interfaces
  • "AI-Crafted Translations" of Asian literature
  • AI-created original stories and novels
  • Images, text, graphics, illustrations, logos, audio, videos, and music
  • Trademarks, service marks, copyrights, and patents
  • All associated intellectual property rights

(collectively, "Our Content") are the exclusive property of ReadRebels and its licensors. Except as explicitly provided herein, nothing in these Terms grants you any license or right to use Our Content.

User-Generated Content

Your Rights: You retain ownership of any intellectual property rights in content you post, upload, or make available on the Services ("User-Generated Content").

License to ReadRebels: By posting User-Generated Content, you grant ReadRebels a worldwide, non-exclusive, royalty-free, sublicensable, and transferable license to use, reproduce, distribute, prepare derivative works of, display, and perform your User-Generated Content in connection with operating and improving the Services, promoting ReadRebels, developing new features, and complying with legal obligations.

5. Content Availability and AI Technology

AI-Crafted Translations

Our Services include "AI-Crafted Translations" of Asian literature. These translations are produced using advanced artificial intelligence technology. You acknowledge and understand that:

  • AI translations may contain errors, inaccuracies, or imperfections
  • Translations may not perfectly capture the nuance, style, or intent of the original work
  • We continuously work to improve translation quality but cannot guarantee perfection
  • Cultural references, idioms, or language-specific elements may be altered in translation
  • We welcome user feedback to help improve our translation quality

AI-Created Original Content

Our Services may include original stories and novels created by artificial intelligence. This content is:

  • Clearly labeled as AI-created for transparency
  • Created specifically for ReadRebels using proprietary AI systems
  • Subject to the same content guidelines as human-authored works
  • Continuously improved based on user feedback and advancing technology

Content Disclaimer

All content is provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis. We do not guarantee the accuracy, completeness, timeliness, uninterrupted availability, or that content will meet your specific preferences or requirements.

6. Payments, Subscriptions, and Refunds

Coin System

ReadRebels operates a virtual coin system where you can purchase coins to unlock premium content. Coin purchases are processed through secure third-party payment processors. All coin transactions are final and non-transferable between accounts.

Subscriptions

We offer subscription plans that provide monthly coin allowances and premium features. Subscriptions automatically renew unless cancelled before the next billing cycle. You can cancel your subscription at any time from your account settings.

Refund Policy

  • Coin purchases are non-refundable. But they do not expire and are used to unlock content
  • Subscriptions are monthly and can be cancelled at any time. Premium benefits will stay active until end of billing cycle. There is no pro-rated refunds.
  • Support requests must be submitted to support@readrebels.com with order details

7. Third-Party Links and Services

Our Services may contain links to third-party websites, applications, or services. We do not control and are not responsible for the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party sites or services. You acknowledge and agree that ReadRebels is not liable for any damage or loss caused by your use of any third-party content, goods, or services.

8. Privacy and Data Protection

Your privacy is important to us. Our collection, use, and disclosure of your personal information is governed by our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated into these Terms by reference. By using our Services, you consent to our Privacy Policy.

9. Termination

Termination by You

You may terminate your account at any time by contacting support@readrebels.com. Upon termination, you will lose access to your account, purchased content, and any unused coins.

Termination by ReadRebels

We may suspend or terminate your account if you violate these Terms, engage in prohibited conduct, or for any other reason at our sole discretion. We will provide notice when reasonably practicable.

10. Disclaimers of Warranties

IMPORTANT: THE SERVICES ARE PROVIDED "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, WHETHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED.

TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, READREBELS DISCLAIMS ALL WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, NON-INFRINGEMENT, AND ANY WARRANTIES ARISING FROM COURSE OF DEALING OR USAGE OF TRADE.

11. Limitation of Liability

LIMITATION: TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, READREBELS SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, INCLUDING LOSS OF PROFITS, DATA, USE, OR GOODWILL.

OUR TOTAL LIABILITY FOR ANY CLAIM RELATED TO THE SERVICES SHALL NOT EXCEED THE AMOUNT YOU PAID TO READREBELS IN THE TWELVE (12) MONTHS PRECEDING THE CLAIM.

12. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless ReadRebels and its officers, directors, employees, and agents from any claims, losses, damages, liabilities, costs, and expenses (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising from:

  • Your use of the Services
  • Your violation of these Terms
  • Your User-Generated Content
  • Your violation of any rights of another party

13. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution

Governing Law

These Terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the jurisdiction where ReadRebels is incorporated, without regard to conflict of law principles.

Dispute Resolution

Any disputes arising from these Terms or your use of the Services shall be resolved through binding arbitration, except for claims that may be brought in small claims court. Both parties waive the right to a jury trial and the right to participate in class action lawsuits.

14. Changes to the Terms

We may modify these Terms at any time. Material changes will be communicated through email, in-app notifications, or posting on our website. Your continued use of the Services after changes become effective constitutes acceptance of the new Terms.

15. Miscellaneous Provisions

Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found unenforceable, the remaining provisions will remain in full force and effect.

Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy and Community Guidelines, constitute the entire agreement between you and ReadRebels.

Assignment

You may not assign or transfer these Terms without our written consent. We may assign our rights and obligations without restriction.

Questions About These Terms?

For questions about these Terms of Service, please contact us:

  • Legal Matters: legal@readrebels.com
  • General Support: support@readrebels.com
  • Privacy Questions: privacy@readrebels.com

By using ReadRebels, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service.

Thank you for joining ReadRebels, where we're genuinely passionate about bringing you incredible Asian fiction while supporting the talented authors who create these amazing stories.