SparknotesAI — Terms of Use

1) Introduction

Welcome to SparknotesAI ("SparknotesAI," "we," "us," or "our"). These Terms & Conditions ("Terms") govern your access to and use of our website and related services (the "Services"). By using the Services, you agree to these Terms. If you do not agree, stop using the Services.

You must be 13+ to use the Services. If you are under the age of majority in your jurisdiction, you must have a parent/guardian's consent.

2) Description of Services

SparknotesAI provides transformative educational summaries, analyses, and related media for books, podcasts, and other works. Content may include text, images, diagrams, and audio created by our editorial processes. We may add, change, or remove features at any time.

3) Limited License & Acceptable Use

We grant you a limited, revocable, non-transferable license to access and use the Services for personal, educational purposes, subject to these Terms. You agree not to:

• Copy, scrape, reproduce, redistribute, or create derivative works from our content without prior written permission.
• Circumvent or attempt to circumvent DRM, security, or access controls (including by bots, scrapers, or similar tools).
• Use the Services for any unlawful purpose or to interfere with the operation of the Services.

We may suspend or terminate access for violations.

4) Intellectual Property

Unless noted otherwise, all content on the Services (text, images, diagrams, audio, design, and layout) is owned by SparknotesAI and protected by applicable IP laws. No rights are granted except as expressly stated in these Terms.

5) Copyright & Fair Use (17 U.S.C. § 107)

Our summaries and analyses are provided for educational and commentary purposes. They transform the referenced works by adding context, analysis, critique, and interpretation, and may include links to purchase or access the originals. We do not claim ownership of the underlying works and encourage reading/viewing the originals for full understanding.

We do not engage in DRM circumvention and expect users to comply with copyright and anti-circumvention laws.

6) Accounts

Some features may require an account. If you register, you must provide accurate information and keep your credentials secure. You are responsible for all activity on your account. We may disable accounts that violate these Terms.

7) Subscriptions & Payments

The Services may include free and paid plans. Prices, billing terms, auto-renewal, and cancellation details will be disclosed at the time of purchase. Unless required by law, fees are non-refundable once a billing period starts.

8) Links & Affiliate Disclosure

The Services may link to third-party sites. Some links may be affiliate links, meaning we may earn a commission if you purchase through them. We are not responsible for third-party sites, products, or policies.

9) Accuracy, Educational Purpose & "Not a Substitute"

The Services and all content are provided "as is" for educational purposes. We do not guarantee accuracy, completeness, or reliability. Our materials are not a substitute for the original works.

10) DMCA Takedown

If you believe content on the Services infringes your copyright, email a notice to kaycbas@gmail.com with:

1. Identification of the copyrighted work.
2. The specific content/location you believe is infringing.
3. Your contact information.
4. A statement of good-faith belief that the use is unauthorized.
5. A statement made under penalty of perjury that the notice is accurate and you are authorized to act.

Upon a valid notice, we will investigate and remove/disable access as appropriate.

11) Dispute Resolution; Arbitration; Class-Action Waiver

Binding Arbitration. Except for claims that may be brought in small-claims court, any dispute arising out of or relating to these Terms or the Services will be resolved by binding arbitration administered by the American Arbitration Association (AAA) under its applicable rules. Arbitration may be conducted remotely unless otherwise agreed.

Class-Action Waiver. Disputes will be resolved only on an individual basis; class, consolidated, or representative actions are not permitted.

Opt-Out: You may opt out of arbitration and the class-action waiver by emailing kaycbas@gmail.com with the subject "Arbitration Opt-Out" within 30 days of first accepting these Terms; include your name and a statement that you are opting out.

12) Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, SparknotesAI will not be liable for indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, or for lost profits, revenues, or data, arising from or related to your use of the Services. Our aggregate liability to you will not exceed the amount you paid to us in the 12 months before the claim (if any).

13) Changes to the Services or Terms

We may update the Services and/or these Terms from time to time. We'll indicate changes by updating the "Last Updated" date above. Your continued use of the Services after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms.

14) Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of California, without regard to conflict-of-laws rules.

15) Contact

Questions about these Terms or the Services? Email kaycbas@gmail.com.