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These Terms of Use explain how you may access and use HeroReads, including the website, applications, and services for readers and creators. By creating an account or using HeroReads you agree to these terms.
You must be able to form a binding contract under the laws of your country to use HeroReads. In some regions younger users may need permission from a parent or guardian. You are responsible for keeping your login details secure and for all activity on your account.
You agree to use HeroReads in a lawful, respectful, and honest way. You must not harm the service, attempt to break security, or use the platform to harass, deceive, or abuse other people.
Readers can browse, follow, and unlock stories as permitted by HeroReads. You must not copy, distribute, or reuse stories outside HeroReads without permission from the copyright owner, except where allowed by law.
Creators keep ownership of their original works. By uploading content to HeroReads, creators give HeroReads permission to host, display, promote, and distribute the content inside the platform and in related marketing materials, subject to applicable law.
Plagiarism, hate content, child sexual content, promotion of self harm, and calls for real world violence are not allowed. HeroReads may remove such content, restrict access, or suspend accounts where needed to protect the community.
HeroReads may offer coins, subscriptions, or other paid features. Prices and features may change from time to time. All purchases follow the payment terms displayed at the time of purchase. Local taxes or bank charges may apply.
Eligible creators may earn a share of revenue from coins, tips, and other paid features linked to their stories. HeroReads will show how earnings are calculated and when payouts are made. HeroReads may adjust payout rules with notice where required.
The HeroReads brand, logo, platform design, and underlying technology belong to HeroReads or its partners. You must not copy or reuse these elements without written permission.
You agree to interact with other users respectfully. Bullying, threats, spam, and deceptive behaviour are not allowed. HeroReads may restrict or remove accounts that cause harm to the community.
HeroReads may suspend or close accounts that break these terms, cause serious risk, or misuse the platform. You may stop using HeroReads at any time. Some rights and obligations, for example unpaid earnings or legal responsibilities, may continue after an account is closed.
HeroReads may update these Terms of Use when needed. When important changes are made, we will make a reasonable effort to notify users inside the platform or by email. Continuing to use HeroReads after changes means you accept the updated terms.
HeroReads is provided on an as is and as available basis. Within the limits of applicable law, HeroReads is not responsible for indirect or special losses that result from your use of the service. Nothing in these terms removes rights that the law gives you and that cannot be limited.
The laws of the main operating country of HeroReads will govern these terms, unless another law is required in your location. Any disputes that cannot be resolved informally may be handled by the appropriate courts in that region.
If you have questions about these Terms of Use, please contact the HeroReads team through the Contact page or support channel.