Effective Date: June 11, 2025
Welcome to StorySurvive (“StorySurvive,” “we,” “us,” or “our”). These Terms of Service (“Terms”) govern your access to and use of our website, services, and content related to true survival stories, podcasts, blogs, videos, and community engagement. By accessing or using StorySurvive, you agree to be legally bound by these Terms. Please read them carefully before using our website.
Table of Contents of Terms of Service
1. Acceptance of Terms of Service
By visiting or using StorySurvive, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to comply with these Terms, as well as our Privacy Policy and Cookie Policy. If you do not agree with any part of these Terms, please do not use our services.
These Terms apply to all visitors, users, and others who access or use the website.
2. Eligibility of Terms of Service
You must be at least 18 years old or the age of majority in your jurisdiction to use StorySurvive. By using our services, you represent and warrant that you meet this age requirement and have the legal capacity to enter into these Terms.
If you are under 18, you may only use StorySurvive with the involvement and consent of a parent or guardian.
3. User Accounts and Registration
Certain features of StorySurvive may require you to create an account. When registering, you agree to provide accurate, current, and complete information about yourself. You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials and for all activities that occur under your account.
You agree to notify us immediately of any unauthorized use or security breach related to your account. We reserve the right to suspend or terminate accounts that violate these Terms or pose security risks.
4. User Content and Submissions
4.1 Types of User Content
Users may submit various types of content, including but not limited to survival stories, comments, reviews, photos, audio, and video (“User Content”).
4.2 License Grant
By submitting User Content to StorySurvive, you grant us a worldwide, non-exclusive, royalty-free, sublicensable, and transferable license to use, reproduce, modify, distribute, publish, translate, publicly perform, and display such content in connection with our services.
4.3 Representations and Warranties
You represent and warrant that:
- You own or have the necessary rights to submit the User Content.
- The User Content is truthful, authentic, and does not infringe on any third-party rights.
- The User Content complies with all applicable laws and does not contain unlawful, harmful, defamatory, or offensive material.
4.4 Moderation and Removal
We reserve the right, but are not obligated, to review, edit, refuse, or remove any User Content that violates these Terms, is inappropriate, or may harm our community or reputation.
5. Acceptable Use Policy
You agree to use StorySurvive only for lawful purposes and in a manner consistent with these Terms. Prohibited activities include, but are not limited to:
- Posting or transmitting illegal, harmful, threatening, abusive, defamatory, obscene, or otherwise objectionable content.
- Impersonating any person or entity or falsely stating your affiliation.
- Using automated systems or software to extract data or access the site without permission.
- Interfering with or disrupting the security or functionality of the website.
- Violating intellectual property rights or privacy rights of others.
Violation of this policy may result in immediate suspension or termination of your access.
6. Intellectual Property Rights
6.1 Ownership
All content on StorySurvive, including text, graphics, logos, audio, video, and software, is owned or licensed by StorySurvive and protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.
6.2 Limited License
You are granted a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to access and use the website for personal, non-commercial purposes only. Any other use, including reproduction, distribution, or creation of derivative works, is strictly prohibited without prior written consent.
7. Third-Party Links and Content
StorySurvive may contain links to third-party websites, resources, or advertisements. These links are provided for convenience only. We do not endorse, control, or assume responsibility for the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third parties. Your use of third-party sites is at your own risk.
8. Disclaimers and Limitation of Liability
8.1 Content Accuracy
While we strive to provide accurate and up-to-date survival stories and information, StorySurvive makes no warranties or representations about the completeness, reliability, or suitability of the content. All content is provided “as is” and “as available.”
8.2 No Professional Advice
Content on StorySurvive is for informational and entertainment purposes only and should not be considered professional, medical, legal, or survival advice.
8.3 Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, StorySurvive and its affiliates, employees, and partners shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages arising from your use of the website or reliance on its content.
9. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless StorySurvive and its affiliates from any claims, damages, liabilities, costs, or expenses arising out of your violation of these Terms or your use of the website.
10. Termination and Suspension
We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your access to StorySurvive at any time, without notice, for violations of these Terms or other conduct that we deem harmful to our community or operations.
11. Changes to Terms
StorySurvive may update or modify these Terms at any time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. Your continued use of the website after changes indicates your acceptance of the new Terms.
12. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution
These Terms are governed by the laws of [Your Jurisdiction]. Any disputes arising from these Terms or your use of StorySurvive will be resolved through binding arbitration or in courts located within [Your Jurisdiction].
13. Privacy and Data Protection
Your privacy is important to us. Please review our [Privacy Policy] to understand how we collect, use, and protect your personal information.
14. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about these Terms or StorySurvive’s services, please contact us:
Email: [email protected]
