Rebind Publishing LLC Terms of Service

Last Updated: Sep 23, 2024

At Rebind Publishing LLC, we believe in leveraging AI for Good. Our platform harnesses the power of artificial intelligence to enhance reading experiences while promoting ethical, fair, and positive outcomes for individuals and communities worldwide.

These Terms and Conditions (“Terms”) govern your use of Rebind Publishing LLC’s online platform, including the website and any associated digital products and services (collectively, the “Platform”). By accessing or using the Platform, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree with any part of these Terms, you must not use the Platform.

1. Use of the Platform

1.1. Eligibility: By using the Platform, you represent and warrant that you are at least 18 years old and have the legal capacity to enter into these Terms.

1.2. Permitted Use: You may use the Platform to:

1.2.1. Purchase Books: Users are allowed to browse and purchase digital books through the Platform. Once a purchase is completed, the digital book will be available in the user’s account for personal use.

1.2.2. Read Purchased Books: Users can access and read any books they have purchased directly through the Platform. Reading must be done online.

1.2.3. Content Access: Purchased books are for personal use only. You agree not to share, distribute, or resell any content accessed or purchased on the Platform.

1.2.4. Subscription Services: If you have subscribed to a service or a membership plan, the use of books and other features will be governed by the terms of your subscription.

1.3. Prohibited Activities: You agree not to:

  • Use the Platform in any way that violates any applicable law or regulation.

  • Use the Platform to transmit spam, chain letters, or other unsolicited communications.

  • Interfere with or disrupt the Platform or servers or networks connected to the Platform.

  • Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any portion of the Platform.

If you violate any of these prohibited activities, we reserve the right to suspend or terminate your account. However, we will provide notice of the violation and offer an opportunity for you to rectify the issue within 7 days before permanent termination of your account. If the issue remains unresolved or if there is repeated misconduct, termination may proceed.

1.4. Prohibited Use of Content:

Any use of excerpts, facsimiles, or reproductions of content from the Platform, including but not limited to text, images, or other media, outside the bounds of educational purposes or social benefit is strictly prohibited. Users must ensure that any use of such content aligns with the principles of advancing education, accessibility, and social good, in accordance with our AI for Good mission.

Examples of unacceptable uses include, but are not limited to:

  • Reproducing or sharing Platform content for commercial purposes not authorized by Rebind Publishing LLC.

  • Using excerpts or facsimiles of content in a way that promotes harmful, offensive, or unethical behavior.

  • Distributing content in contexts that do not align with the social benefit or educational goals of the Platform.

Violations of this policy may result in immediate suspension or termination of your account. However, in most cases, we will first notify you of the violation and provide an opportunity to appeal or correct the behavior within a reasonable time frame. Only after repeated or severe violations will permanent termination occur.

1.5. Protection of Rebinders’ Likeness:

The likeness, identity, and representation of Rebinders on the Platform are protected under applicable intellectual property and publicity rights laws. Any reproduction, distribution, modification, or use of the likeness, identity, or persona of Rebinders without the express permission of Rebind Publishing LLC is strictly prohibited.

You agree not to:

  • Use the Rebinders’ likeness, persona, or representation in any context outside of the Platform without written consent from Rebind Publishing LLC.

  • Modify, impersonate, or otherwise misrepresent the identity of the Rebinders for personal or commercial gain.

  • Create derivative works based on the Rebinders’ likeness or use them in a manner inconsistent with the Platform’s educational and social benefit mission.

Unauthorized use of the Rebinders’ likeness may result in suspension or termination of your account. Prior to permanent termination, we will notify you of the violation and give you the opportunity to cease unauthorized use or provide an explanation. If the issue is not rectified, further actions, including legal steps, may be taken.

2. Acceptable Use

Our AI-driven features are designed with the goal of promoting education, accessibility, and social benefit. We are committed to ensuring that our technology serves as a positive force, advancing literacy and making content accessible to diverse audiences.

When using Rebind.ai, you agree to:

2.1. Respect Privacy and Rights: Do not infringe upon others’ intellectual property, privacy, or proprietary rights.

2.2. Prohibited Content: Do not upload or share unlawful, harmful, harassing, or offensive content (e.g., hate speech, spam, viruses).

2.3. Security and Account Integrity: Keep your account secure and do not share access credentials.

2.4. Prohibited Activities: Avoid any actions that may disrupt the Platform services, including unauthorized access attempts, impersonation, or misuse of personal data.

2.5. Legal Compliance: Follow all applicable laws and regulations during your use of the Platform.

2.6. Daily Usage Limits: To ensure fair access for all users and to promote a balanced reading experience, we impose daily limits on the amount of content you can access through our Platform.

2.6.1. Paid Subscription Limits: Subscribers are allowed to read up to 30 chapters or 150,000 words per 24-hour period depending on their subscription plan. Notifications will be provided as users approach their limits, and access will be restricted once the limit is exceeded until the next 24-hour period.

2.6.2. Limit Reset: Usage limits are tracked on a rolling 24-hour basis. For example, if you reach your limit at 2:00 PM, you will regain access to new content at 2:01 PM the following day.

2.6.3 Violation: Any attempt to bypass or manipulate these usage limits (e.g., by using multiple accounts) may result in suspension or termination of access to the Service.

3. Intellectual Property

3.1. Ownership: The Platform and its entire contents, features, and functionality (including but not limited to all information, software, text, displays, images, video, and audio, and the design, selection, and arrangement thereof) are owned by Rebind Publishing LLC and are protected by copyright, trademark, patent, trade secret, and other intellectual property or proprietary rights laws.

3.2. Limited License: Subject to these Terms, Rebind Publishing LLC grants you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to access and use the Platform for its intended purpose.

4. Privacy

We use AI technologies in accordance with our commitment to privacy and security. Our approach ensures that all data handling follows stringent ethical guidelines, in line with our mission to use AI for Good.

4.1. Privacy Policy: Your use of the Platform is also governed by our Privacy Policy https://rebind.ai/policy, which is hereby incorporated into these Terms by reference. Please review the Privacy Policy carefully for information about how we collect, use, and disclose information about you.

5. Disclaimer of Warranties

5.1. No Warranties: THE PLATFORM IS PROVIDED "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" WITHOUT ANY WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, WHETHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED. REBIND PUBLISHING LLC DISCLAIMS ALL WARRANTIES, WHETHER EXPRESS, IMPLIED, STATUTORY, OR OTHERWISE, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO ANY WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, NON-INFRINGEMENT, AND FITNESS FOR PARTICULAR PURPOSE.

6. Limitation of Liability

6.1. Limitation: IN NO EVENT SHALL REBIND PUBLISHING LLC BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, OR ANY LOSS OF PROFITS OR REVENUES, WHETHER INCURRED DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY, OR ANY LOSS OF DATA, USE, GOODWILL, OR OTHER INTANGIBLE LOSSES, ARISING OUT OF YOUR ACCESS TO OR USE OF OR INABILITY TO ACCESS OR USE THE PLATFORM.

7. Indemnification

7.1. Indemnity: You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Rebind Publishing LLC and its officers, directors, employees, agents, affiliates, successors, and assigns from and against any and all losses, damages, liabilities, deficiencies, claims, actions, judgments, settlements, interest, awards, penalties, fines, costs, or expenses of whatever kind, including reasonable attorneys' fees, arising from or relating to your use or misuse of the Platform or your breach of these Terms.

8. Changes to the Terms

8.1. Modification: Rebind Publishing LLC reserves the right, at its sole discretion, to modify or replace these Terms at any time. If a revision is material, we will provide at least 30 days' notice prior to any new terms taking effect. What constitutes a material change will be determined at our sole discretion.

9. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

9.1. Governing Law: These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Missouri without regard to its conflict of law provisions.

9.2. Jurisdiction: Any legal action or proceeding arising out of or related to these Terms or the Platform shall be instituted exclusively in the federal courts of the United States or the courts of the State of Missouri, and you irrevocably submit to the exclusive jurisdiction of such courts.

9.3. International Use: The Platform is controlled or operated (or both) from the United States and is not intended to subject Rebind to any non-U.S. jurisdiction or Law. The Platform may not be appropriate or available for use in some non-U.S. jurisdictions. Any use of the Platform is at your own risk, and you must comply with all applicable Law in doing so. Access to the Platform from countries or territories or by individuals where such access is illegal is prohibited. We may limit the Platform’s availability at any time, in whole or in part, to any person, geographic area, or jurisdiction that we choose.

9.4. Informal Dispute Resolution: Before pursuing formal legal action, you agree to first attempt to resolve any disputes or claims related to these Terms or the use of our Platform informally by contacting us at support@rebind.ai. Both parties will engage in good faith discussions to attempt to resolve the dispute for at least 30 days before initiating any legal proceedings.

10. Refund and Cancellation Policy

10.1. Refunds: You may request a full refund within 30 days of your purchase. Refund requests must be submitted via our support team at support@rebind.ai. Refunds will not be issued after 30 days or if you have violated our terms of service.

10.2. Cancellations: Recurring subscriptions can be canceled at any time by accessing your account settings or contacting support. Your account will be terminated within 24 hours and no partial refunds will be given for unused portions of your subscription term.

11. Account Suspension and Termination

If we detect a violation of our Terms, we may suspend or terminate your account. However, in most instances, we will:

  • Notify you of the violation and provide a detailed explanation.

  • Offer an opportunity to appeal the decision or rectify the issue within a specified time frame (typically 7 days).

If the issue is resolved within this period, your account access may be restored without further consequences. Repeated or severe violations may lead to permanent termination.

12. Contact Us

12.1. Questions: If you have any questions about these Terms, please contact us at privacy@rebind.ai.