Terms of Service

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing and using ReadNext ("the Service"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service ("Terms"). If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use the Service.

2. Description of Service

ReadNext is a book recommendation website that helps users discover new books based on their preferences. The Service operates entirely in your browser and uses the Google Books API to provide book information and recommendations.

3. Use of the Service

3.1 Permitted Use

You may use the Service for personal, non-commercial purposes to discover book recommendations.

3.2 Prohibited Use

You agree not to:

• Use the Service for any illegal purposes or activities
• Attempt to overwhelm the Service with excessive requests or automated traffic
• Use the Service in any way that could damage, disable, or impair the Service
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any part of the Service

4. Content and Recommendations

4.1 Third-Party Content

The book information, recommendations, titles, descriptions, and cover images displayed on the Service are provided by the Google Books API. ReadNext does not create, control, or endorse this content.

4.2 No Responsibility for Content

ReadNext makes no representations or warranties about the accuracy, completeness, or suitability of any book recommendations, titles, descriptions, or cover images. You acknowledge that:

• Recommendations are generated algorithmically based on available data
• Content may include materials that some users find offensive, inappropriate, or objectionable
• ReadNext is not responsible for the content of books recommended or displayed through the Service

4.3 User Discretion

You are solely responsible for evaluating and deciding whether to purchase or read any books discovered through the Service.

5. Third-Party Services

5.1 External APIs and Services

The Service integrates with third-party services including:

• Google Books API for book data and recommendations
• Amazon for book purchase links

Your use of these third-party services is subject to their respective terms of service and privacy policies.

5.2 External Links

The Service may contain links to external websites (such as Amazon). ReadNext is not responsible for the content, terms, or privacy practices of these external sites.

6. Service Modifications

ReadNext reserves the right to:

• Modify, suspend, or discontinue the Service at any time
• Change these Terms at any time by posting updated Terms on the Service

Your continued use of the Service after any changes constitutes acceptance of the new Terms.

7. Disclaimer of Warranties

THE SERVICE IS PROVIDED "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED. READNEXT DISCLAIMS ALL WARRANTIES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO:

• MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE
• ACCURACY OR RELIABILITY OF RECOMMENDATIONS
• UNINTERRUPTED OR ERROR-FREE SERVICE
• SECURITY OF DATA TRANSMISSION

8. Limitation of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, READNEXT SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO:

• DAMAGES ARISING FROM THIRD-PARTY CONTENT OR RECOMMENDATIONS
• LOST PROFITS OR DATA
• SERVICE INTERRUPTIONS

9. Privacy

Your privacy is important to us. Please review our Privacy Policy, which explains how we handle information when you use the Service.

10. Termination

These Terms remain in effect until terminated. ReadNext may terminate your access to the Service at any time without notice. You may stop using the Service at any time.

11. General Provisions

11.1 Entire Agreement

These Terms constitute the entire agreement between you and ReadNext regarding the Service.

11.2 Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable, the remaining provisions will remain in full force and effect.

11.3 No Waiver

ReadNext's failure to enforce any right or provision of these Terms shall not constitute a waiver of such right or provision.

12. Contact Information

If you have any questions about these Terms of Service, you can contact us at: readnext@proton.me