Terms of Use

**Last Updated February 1, 2024**

PLEASE READ THESE TERMS OF USE (“TERMS”) CAREFULLY BEFORE USING WWW.AUTHORSEQUITY.COM (THE “WEBSITE”), AS THEY AFFECT YOUR LEGAL RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS.

This Website is owned and operated by Authors Equity, Inc. (“Authors Equity,” “we,” “our,” or “us”). These Terms apply to all interactive features or downloads that are owned or controlled by Authors Equity, are available through the Website, or that interact with the Website and post these Terms. These Terms govern your use of the Website, regardless of how you access it, and by using the Website, you agree to these Terms. IF YOU DO NOT AGREE, DO NOT USE THE WEBSITE.

In certain instances, both these Terms and separate guidelines, policies, or rules that may be posted on the Website or made available to you (“Additional Terms”) may apply to a service or feature offered via the Website. The Additional Terms are incorporated by reference into these Terms. To the extent there is a conflict, the Additional Terms will control unless they expressly state otherwise.

**Changes to Terms**

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. Any changes will be effective immediately upon posting to the Website. Your continued use of the Website after changes have been posted signifies your acceptance of those changes.

**TABLE OF CONTENTS**

1. Website Ownership and Permitted Use

2. Submitted Content

3. Prohibited Submissions

4. User Registration

5. Acceptable Use Policy

6. Mobile Features

7. Third-Party Links

8. Warranty Disclaimer

9. Limitation of Liability

10. Waiver of Unknown Claims

11. Indemnification

12. Copyright Policy

13. Non-U.S. Users

14. Term and Termination

15. Arbitration/Governing Law

16. Miscellaneous

**1. Website Ownership and Permitted Use**

The Website is owned and operated by Authors Equity, Inc., a C corporation incorporated in Delaware with business operations in New York. All intellectual property on the Website is owned by us or our licensors and is protected by U.S. and international copyright laws. You may not use any part of the Website or its content unlawfully or as prohibited by these Terms.

**2. Submitted Content**

Any content you submit to Authors Equity, such as comments, feedback, or other contributions, are non-confidential and will be treated as such. By submitting content, you grant Authors Equity a royalty-free license to use that content.

**3. Prohibited Submissions**

We do not accept unsolicited submissions of manuscripts, proposals, scripts, or other creative works to avoid potential misunderstandings. Any unsolicited submissions become our property without any obligation to you.

**4. User Registration**

To access certain Website features, you may need to register and provide certain information. You agree to maintain the accuracy of this information.

**5. Acceptable Use Policy**

You must comply with all applicable laws and regulations and agree not to violate the security of the Website or misuse any information or content available on the Website.

**6. Mobile Features**

Mobile Features may be available and are subject to additional terms and carrier charges.

**7. Third-Party Links**

The Website may include links to other websites, which are not governed by this Terms of Use.

**8. Warranty Disclaimer**

The Website is provided "as is," and we disclaim all warranties, to the extent permitted by law.

**9. Limitation of Liability**

Our liability is limited – Authors Equity is not liable for indirect damages that are a result of using the Website.

**10. Waiver of Unknown Claims**

By using the Website, you waive any claims that you do not currently know exist.

**11. Indemnification**

You agree to indemnify Authors Equity against all claims arising from your breach of these Terms.

**12. Copyright Policy**

Follows the DMCA guidelines for copyright infringement claims.

**13. Non-U.S. Users**

The Website is controlled within the United States and not intended for use outside the U.S.

**14. Term and Termination**

These Terms are effective until terminated by either you or Authors Equity.

**15. Arbitration/Governing Law**

Disputes arising under these Terms will be resolved by arbitration in Delaware, governed by Delaware law, without regard to its conflict of law principles.

**16. Miscellaneous**

These Terms constitute the entire agreement between you and Authors Equity.