Terms of Service for StoryTalks.site

Last Updated: September 17, 2025

Welcome to StoryTalks.site (“we,” “us,” or “our”). These Terms of Service (“Terms”) govern your access to and use of our website (the “Site”), including all content, features, and services provided thereon. The Site offers informative articles on topics such as history, geography, world views, science, technology, business, finance, pets, and animals. By accessing or using the Site, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree, please do not use the Site.

These Terms incorporate our Privacy Policy by reference, which explains how we handle your data.

1. Eligibility

You must be at least 18 years old or the age of majority in your jurisdiction to use the Site. By using the Site, you represent that you meet these requirements. The Site is not intended for children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect information from them.

2. User Accounts

Currently, the Site does not require user accounts for general access. However, if you subscribe to newsletters, leave comments, or use any interactive features, you may need to provide contact information. You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of any account details and for all activities under your account. Notify us immediately of any unauthorized use.

3. Intellectual Property Rights

All content on the Site, including text, images, graphics, articles, and any other materials (“Content”), is owned by us or our licensors and protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws. You may access and view the Content for personal, non-commercial use only. You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, or create derivative works from the Content without our prior written consent.

User-Generated Content: If you submit comments, feedback, or other materials (“UGC”), you grant us a perpetual, irrevocable, royalty-free license to use, reproduce, modify, and display such UGC on the Site and in related marketing. You represent that your UGC does not infringe third-party rights and complies with these Terms.

4. User Conduct and Prohibited Activities

You agree to use the Site lawfully and respectfully. Prohibited activities include:

Posting harmful, defamatory, obscene, or illegal content.
Harassing, threatening, or impersonating others.
Uploading viruses, malware, or engaging in hacking attempts.
Scraping, data mining, or automated collection of Content.
Commercial solicitation without permission.
Violating any applicable laws or third-party rights.

We reserve the right to remove any UGC that violates these Terms and to suspend or terminate access for violators.

5. Third-Party Links and Content

The Site may include links to third-party websites or services. We do not endorse or control these sites and are not responsible for their content, privacy practices, or availability. Your interactions with them are at your own risk.

6. Disclaimers and Limitations of Liability

The Site and Content are provided “as is” without warranties of any kind, express or implied, including accuracy, completeness, or fitness for a particular purpose. We do not guarantee the Site will be error-free, secure, or uninterrupted.

To the fullest extent permitted by law, we disclaim liability for any indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages arising from your use of the Site, even if advised of the possibility. Our total liability shall not exceed $100. Some jurisdictions do not allow such limitations, so these may not apply to you.

7. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless us, our affiliates, officers, directors, employees, and agents from any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, or expenses (including attorneys’ fees) arising from your use of the Site, violation of these Terms, or infringement of third-party rights.

8. Termination

We may terminate or suspend your access to the Site at any time, without notice, for any reason, including violation of these Terms. Upon termination, your right to use the Site ceases immediately. Sections that by nature survive termination (e.g., disclaimers, indemnification) shall remain in effect.

9. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution

These Terms are governed by the laws of [specify jurisdiction, e.g., the State of California, United States], without regard to conflict of laws principles. Any disputes arising from these Terms or the Site shall be resolved exclusively in the courts of [specify location, e.g., San Francisco, California]. You waive any objections to venue or jurisdiction.

10. Changes to These Terms

We may update these Terms from time to time. The “Last Updated” date will reflect changes, and we may notify you via email or Site notice for material updates. Continued use after changes constitutes acceptance. Review these Terms periodically.

11. Miscellaneous

These Terms constitute the entire agreement between you and us regarding the Site. If any provision is deemed invalid, the remainder shall remain enforceable. Our failure to enforce any right does not waive it. You may not assign these Terms without our consent; we may assign them freely.

12. Contact Us

For questions about these Terms, contact:

Email: terms@storytalks.site

Thank you for visiting StoryTalks.site. We hope you enjoy our content and use the Site responsibly.