Terms & Conditions

1. Acceptance of Terms:

By accessing or using PaperBacks, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to be bound by these Terms & Conditions. If you do not agree with any part of these terms, please refrain from using our platform.

This agreement constitutes a legally binding contract between you and PaperBacks. By using the platform, you affirm that you are at least the age of majority in your jurisdiction and have the legal capacity to enter into this agreement.

2. Intellectual Property:

All content on the PaperBacks website, including text, images, logos, and software, is protected by intellectual property laws, including copyright and trademark laws. The content is the property of PaperBacks or its licensors. You may not use, modify, distribute, or reproduce any content without prior written permission from PaperBacks.

You may access and use the content on PaperBacks solely for personal, non-commercial purposes. You are not granted any rights or licenses to use the content for any other purpose without the prior written permission of PaperBacks.

• Restrictions: You may not, under any circumstances, modify, reproduce, distribute, publish, transmit, display, perform, or create derivative works from any content on the PaperBacks platform without the express written permission of PaperBacks. This includes removing copyright or other proprietary notices from the content.


• Trademarks: The trademarks, service marks, logos, and trade names displayed on PaperBacks are the registered or unregistered trademarks of PaperBacks or its licensors. You are prohibited from using any trademarks without the prior written permission of PaperBacks or the respective trademark owner.


• User-Generated Content: By submitting any user-generated content on the PaperBacks platform, such as comments, reviews, or feedback, you grant PaperBacks a non-exclusive, royalty-free, perpetual, irrevocable, and fully sublicensable right to use, reproduce, modify, adapt, publish, translate, distribute, and display such content worldwide in any media.


• Infringement: If you believe that any content on the PaperBacks platform infringes upon your intellectual property rights, please promptly notify PaperBacks by contacting us using the provided contact information. PaperBacks will investigate the claim and take appropriate action, including removing or disabling access to the infringing content.


• Reporting Copyright Infringement: PaperBacks respects the intellectual property rights of others. If you believe that your copyrighted work has been infringed upon, please provide PaperBacks with the necessary information, including identification of the copyrighted work, description of the infringing material, your contact information, and a statement verifying the accuracy of the information provided.

3. User Responsibilities:

When using the PaperBacks platform, you are responsible for the accuracy and legality of any information you provide. You must not engage in any activity that may disrupt the operation of the platform or compromise the security of user accounts. You agree to use the platform only for lawful purposes and in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations.

• Account Security: You are responsible for maintaining the security and confidentiality of your PaperBacks account credentials. This includes your username, password, and any other authentication information. You should not share your account details with anyone else or allow unauthorized access to your account.


• Accurate Information: You agree to provide accurate and up-to-date information when creating an account or using any features on PaperBacks. It is your responsibility to ensure that the information you provide is truthful, complete, and not misleading.


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  Lawful Use: You must use the PaperBacks platform in compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and policies. You agree not to engage in any activities that are illegal, infringe upon the rights of others, or violate any contractual agreements or intellectual property rights.


• Prohibited Content: You must not upload, post, or transmit any content that is unlawful, defamatory, obscene, threatening, or harmful. This includes content that promotes violence, discrimination, harassment, or any form of illegal or inappropriate activity.


• Respectful Interaction: You agree to interact with other users, administrators, and staff of PaperBacks in a respectful and courteous manner. Harassment, bullying, or any form of disrespectful behavior will not be tolerated.


• Compliance with Policies: You are responsible for familiarizing yourself with and complying with all applicable policies, guidelines, and terms set forth by PaperBacks. This includes our Terms & Conditions, Privacy Policy, and any additional community guidelines or rules that may be specified.


• Reporting Violations: If you come across any violations of these user responsibilities or notice any inappropriate behavior or content on the PaperBacks platform, it is your responsibility to report it to the appropriate channels provided by PaperBacks. This helps maintain a safe and respectful environment for all users.

4. Privacy and Data Protection:

At PaperBacks, we value your privacy and handle personal information in accordance with applicable data protection laws. Our Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, store, and protect user data. By using PaperBacks, you consent to our data practices as described in the Privacy Policy.

• Collection of Personal Information: When you use PaperBacks, we may collect certain personal information from you, such as your name, email address, and other contact details. This information is collected to provide you with a personalized experience and improve our services.


• Use of Personal Information: We use the personal information collected to operate and maintain the PaperBacks platform, deliver relevant content, improve user experience, and communicate with you regarding your account or any updates to our services. We may also use aggregated and anonymized data for statistical analysis and research purposes.


• Data Security: We take appropriate measures to protect your personal information and ensure its security. This includes implementing industry-standard security measures to safeguard against unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction of your personal data. However, please note that no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.


• Sharing of Personal Information: We do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties. However, we may share your personal information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in delivering our services, such as hosting providers, payment processors, and analytics providers. These service providers are contractually obligated to handle your information securely and in accordance with applicable data protection laws.


• Cookies and Tracking Technologies: PaperBacks may use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience, analyze user behavior, and deliver personalized content. You have the option to disable cookies through your browser settings, but please note that this may impact certain features and functionality of the platform.


• Third-Party Websites and Services: PaperBacks may include links to third-party websites or services. Please note that these third-party sites have their own privacy policies and terms of service, which we recommend reviewing. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these third-party sites.


• Children's Privacy: PaperBacks is intended for users who are at least 13 years old. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13. If we become aware that we have inadvertently collected personal information from a child under 9, we will take steps to delete the information as soon as possible.


• Data Retention: We will retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in these Terms & Conditions, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law. Upon your request or termination of your account, we will delete or anonymize your personal information, except as required by law.


• Changes to the Privacy Policy: We reserve the right to modify or update our Privacy Policy at any time. Any changes will be reflected on the PaperBacks website. It is your responsibility to review the Privacy Policy periodically for any updates or changes.

5. Privacy and Data Protection:

PaperBacks strives to provide accurate and reliable information, but we do not guarantee the completeness, timeliness, or accuracy of the content on our platform. You acknowledge that your use of PaperBacks is at your own risk. PaperBacks and its affiliates, directors, officers, employees, and agents will not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages arising from the use or inability to use our platform.

6. Modifications to Terms & Conditions:

PaperBacks reserves the right to modify or update these Terms & Conditions at any time without prior notice. Any changes will be effective immediately upon posting on the PaperBacks website. It is your responsibility to review the Terms & Conditions periodically for any updates or changes. Your continued use of PaperBacks after any modifications constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms & Conditions.

7. Governing Law and Jurisdiction:

These Terms & Conditions are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Uganda. Any disputes arising from the use of PaperBacks shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of the Republic of Uganda.

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