BookReverb Terms of Service

Updated: May 1, 2025

This page outlines the terms and conditions that govern your use of BookReverb (“we,” “us,” or “our”), available athttps://bookreverb.com (the “Site”).

By accessing or using any part of the Site or our services (“Services”), you agree to comply with these Terms of Service. If you do not agree, please do not use the Site.

1. General Terms

• By using the Site or Services, including creating an account, posting a book, or funding a campaign, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service.
• We may update these Terms at any time. Changes take effect immediately upon posting.
• You agree not to use the Site in any way that could harm BookReverb or other users, including attempting unauthorized access, disrupting functionality, or violating platform rules.
• We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or terminate access to any part of the Site or Services at any time.

2. Third-Party Sites

• BookReverb may include links to third-party websites, including Amazon, Google, and others.
• Users are responsible for understanding and complying with the terms of any third-party platform they use, including but not limited to Amazon’s Community Guidelines.

3. User-Generated Content

• Publishers may upload materials related to their books (e.g., covers, descriptions, sample PDFs).
• By uploading content, you grant BookReverb a non-exclusive, royalty-free, worldwide license to display, distribute, and promote the content in connection with our Services.
• Copyright violations should be reported to: support@bookreverb.com.

4. Platform Use

• Users must be 18 or older to create an account or use the Services.
• Books submitted to BookReverb must be published and available for purchase or download at the time of listing.
• We reserve the right to suspend or remove any user or book at our discretion.
• All participation is voluntary. We do not require reviews or dictate review content.

5. Amazon Compliance & Liability

• BookReverb is designed to align with Amazon’s Community Guidelines regarding ARCs.
• Amazon does not provide formal approvals for third-party services.
• You acknowledge that your use of BookReverb is at your own risk.
• BookReverb shall not be liable for any consequences of using the Services, including account restrictions or content removal on Amazon or elsewhere.
• We do not guarantee the permanence of reviews or reader activity.
• We make no guarantees regarding increases in sales, visibility, or reviews.

6. Deposits, Payments, and Refund Policy

• Publishers fund their accounts (“Deposits”) in order to launch campaigns. Deposits are prepaid allocations of platform credits to be applied toward reader compensation and platform fees.
• Deposits do not represent a cash account, stored value account, or escrow account and hold no independent cash value.
• All Deposits are final once processed. They are not refundable on demand and may only be refunded at our sole discretion.
• If a refund is granted, it may be subject to deductions for processing fees, prior allocations, or policy violations.
• You agree not to initiate a chargeback or payment dispute with your bank or credit card company for Deposits made to BookReverb.
• Filing a chargeback may result in immediate suspension or termination of your account, and BookReverb reserves the right to pursue recovery of funds, fees, and damages.
• By accepting these Terms, you acknowledge that Deposits are committed funds allocated toward Services and do not constitute a withdrawable balance or retained earnings payable to you.

7. Campaign Safeguards and Moderation

• BookReverb reserves the right to remove, pause, or edit campaigns that are misleading or violate Amazon’s policies.
• Publishers may not offer bonuses or incentives that condition payment on a specific type of feedback or review.

8. Indemnification Clause

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless BookReverb and its affiliates, officers, agents, and employees from any claims, damages, losses, liabilities, costs, or expenses arising from your use of the Site or Services, including violations of Amazon’s or any third party’s policies, or from any payment disputes or chargebacks.

9. Intellectual Property

All content on BookReverb, including software, source code, design, branding, and user interface, is the property of BookReverb and may not be copied, distributed, modified, or reused without written permission.

10. Platform Reliability

• While we aim to maintain a stable and secure platform, BookReverb does not guarantee uninterrupted service.
• Please report any bugs, errors, or unexpected behavior to support@bookreverb.com.

11. Miscellaneous

• These Terms shall be governed by and interpreted under the laws of the United States of America.
• If any provision is found unenforceable, that provision shall be severed without affecting the remainder.
• For questions, support requests, or legal concerns, contact: support@bookreverb.com.