Rules and Regulations for IndieVerseBooks

At IndieVerseBooks, we strive to create a safe, welcoming, and professional platform for authors and readers. To maintain the integrity of our platform, all users must adhere to the following rules and regulations:

1. General Rules

• Users must provide accurate and truthful information when creating an account or uploading content.
• Respectful communication is expected at all times. Harassment, bullying, or inappropriate behavior will not be tolerated.
• Any attempts to hack, disrupt, or misuse the platform will result in immediate account suspension.

2. Author-Specific Rules

2.1 Content Submission

• Only original works created by the author or with proper permissions may be uploaded.
• Authors are prohibited from uploading plagiarized, pirated, or unauthorized content.
• External links (e.g., Amazon, Audible) must lead to legitimate and relevant platforms for the uploaded books.

2.2 Prohibited Activities

• Uploading false or misleading information about books.
• Promoting unrelated products, services, or websites.
• Spamming the platform with repetitive or irrelevant content.

3. Reader-Specific Rules

• Readers must use the search and browsing tools responsibly to find books and authors.
• Comments or feedback left on the platform must be constructive and respectful.
• Readers are prohibited from sharing or redistributing authors’ content without explicit permission.

4. Prohibited Content

The following types of content are strictly prohibited on IndieVerseBooks:

• Content that violates copyright or intellectual property laws.

5. Account Usage

• Each user is allowed one account. Duplicate or fake accounts are not permitted.
• Users must keep their login credentials confidential. Sharing accounts is prohibited.
• If an account violates these rules, it may be suspended or terminated without prior notice.

6. External Links

• Authors are responsible for ensuring that all external links shared on their profiles or book uploads are functional and safe.
• IndieVerseBooks is not liable for issues arising from external purchases or services linked by authors.

7. Services and Communication

• Authors seeking services (e.g., book cover design, audiobook narration, etc… ) must engage with service providers respectfully.
• All communications should remain professional and within the scope of the platform’s purpose.
  
• Service providers are strictly prohibited from contacting authors to solicit services. Authors must initiate the first contact with service providers. To ensure secure transactions and facilitate potential refunds, all payments must be processed through approved platforms such as Fiverr, Upwork, PayPal, Payoneer, or Western Union.

8. Reporting Violations

• Users are encouraged to report any content or behavior that violates these rules.
• Our team will review reports, and appropriate action will be taken.

9. Consequences of Violations

• Minor violations may result in a warning or temporary account suspension.
• Serious violations, such as uploading prohibited content or repeated offenses, may result in permanent account termination.
• IndieVerseBooks reserves the right to take legal action against users engaging in illegal activities or causing harm to the platform.

10. Disclaimer

• IndieVerseBooks is not responsible for disputes between users (e.g., authors and readers or authors and service providers). However, we encourage users to resolve conflicts respectfully and can mediate in certain cases.

11. Changes to Rules and Regulations

• IndieVerseBooks reserves the right to update or modify these rules and regulations as needed.
• Users will be notified of significant changes, and continued platform use indicates acceptance of the updated rules.

By using IndieVerseBooks, you agree to abide by these rules and regulations. Failure to comply may result in account restrictions or removal from the platform.