Effective Date: August 30, 2025
Last Updated: August 30, 2025

Terms of Service

Raven Archives Platform Terms of Use

1. Introduction and Acceptance of the Terms of Use

Welcome to Raven Archives! These Terms of Use (the "Terms") form a legal agreement between you ("you" or "User") and Raven Archives ("we", "us", or "our") regarding your use of our website and services (collectively, the "Platform").

By accessing, browsing, or using our Platform in any way, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree with any part of these Terms, you must not use our Platform.

We may update these Terms from time to time. When we do, we will post the updated Terms on this page and update the "Last Updated" date above. Your continued use of the Platform after any changes constitutes your acceptance of the new Terms.

Age Requirement: You must be at least 13 years old to use our Platform. If you are under 18, you represent that you have your parent's or legal guardian's permission to use the Platform and that they agree to these Terms on your behalf.

2. Description of Service

Raven Archives is an online platform that provides access to digital content, including but not limited to novels, stories, and related reading materials. Our services may include:

  • Access to free and premium digital content
  • User account creation and management
  • Virtual currency system for purchasing premium content
  • Community features and user interaction tools

We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue any aspect of our services at any time, with or without notice.

3. User Accounts and Registration

Account Creation:

To access certain features of the Platform, you may need to create an account. When creating an account, you must provide accurate, complete, and current information. You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials and for all activities that occur under your account.

Account Security:

You must notify us immediately of any unauthorized use of your account or any other breach of security. We will not be liable for any losses caused by any unauthorized use of your account.

Account Termination:

You may terminate your account at any time by contacting our customer support. We reserve the right to terminate or suspend your account at our sole discretion for violations of these Terms.

4. Intellectual Property Rights

Our Content:

All content on the Platform, including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, images, audio clips, digital downloads, and software, is the property of Raven Archives or its content suppliers and is protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

Limited License:

Subject to these Terms, we grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to access and use the Platform for your personal, non-commercial use only.

Prohibited Uses of Content:

Except as explicitly allowed by these Terms or by fair use under applicable law, you must not:

- Reproduce or Distribute: Copy, reproduce, distribute, publicly display, or publicly perform any content from the Platform without our prior written consent. This includes not publishing our content on other websites or platforms, and not sharing full text in public forums. Sharing brief excerpts with attribution for discussion or review may be considered fair use, provided no profit is derived, but wholesale copying is not permitted.
- Modify or Derive: Modify, translate, adapt, or create derivative works based upon any content from the Platform without prior written permission.
- Commercial Use: Use any content from the Platform for commercial purposes unless you have a separate written agreement with us.
- Remove Notices: Remove, alter, or obscure any copyright, trademark, or other proprietary notices on the Platform's content.
- Reverse Engineer or Exploit: Reverse engineer, decompile, or disassemble any of our software or technology, nor attempt to extract the source code of any part of the Platform.
- Circumvent Technical Measures: Circumvent, remove, or tamper with any digital rights management (DRM) or technical protection measures applied to the content or the Platform.
- Automated Access/Extraction: Use any robot, bot, scraper, crawler, or other automated means to access or extract content from the Platform except as expressly permitted.
- Downloading Content: Do not download the novels or other content for any purpose other than temporary personal viewing.
- AI/ML Use: Use the Platform content to develop, train, or improve artificial intelligence or machine learning models without our prior written consent.

5. User Conduct and Community Guidelines

You agree to use the Platform in a manner that is lawful, respectful, and in accordance with these Terms. You must not:

  • Violate any applicable laws or regulations
  • Harass, abuse, or harm other users
  • Post or transmit harmful, offensive, or inappropriate content
  • Impersonate others or provide false information
  • Engage in spamming or other disruptive behavior
  • Attempt to gain unauthorized access to other users' accounts
  • Interfere with the proper functioning of the Platform

6. Access and Use Restrictions

Use Restrictions:

Raven Archives strives to provide a smooth and secure reading experience. In using our Platform, you agree to comply with certain technical and usage restrictions designed to protect our services and community. You must only use the Platform as intended and refrain from any activities that could harm us or other Users, or that violate the integrity of the Platform. In particular, you agree not to:

- Interfere with the Platform: Do not interfere with or disrupt the operation of the Platform. This means you will not attempt to flood the site with requests, launch any form of denial-of-service attack, or otherwise burden our servers in an unreasonable way. You must also not use any device, software, or routine that interferes with the proper operation of the Website (such as injecting malicious code or automated scripts that slow down the service).
- Bypass Access Controls: Do not attempt to circumvent any access controls or limitations that we have placed on the Platform. Our Platform may employ measures like login requirements, content locks (for example, chapters that require waiting or payment), or API rate limiting. You agree not to bypass these measures. For example, you should not use unauthorized methods to unlock paid chapters without payment, nor use multiple accounts or VPNs to gain unfair advantages.
- Automated Data Collection: Do not use any robot, spider, scraper, crawler, or any automated means to access or extract data from Raven Archives without our prior written permission. The only exception is public search engine indexing for the purpose of search (in accordance with our robots.txt file). Any other automated reading or downloading of our content (for instance, to create an archive) is prohibited. This is to protect our intellectual property and ensure fair access for all Users.
- Unauthorized Access: Do not attempt to gain unauthorized access to any part of the Platform, such as other Users' accounts, our servers, or databases. This includes hacking, password mining, or any other illegitimate means of accessing data or features not intended for you. Attempting to probe, scan, or test the vulnerability of our systems or breach our security or authentication measures, is strictly prohibited and it is deemed a violation of these Terms, and may also violate the applicable law.
- Introduce Harmful Code: You must not attempt to upload, transmit, or distribute any viruses, worms, trojans, or other malicious code through the Platform. We work hard to keep the Platform safe; we expect Users not to undermine the safety.
- Frame or Mirror: You may not frame, mirror, or reproduce the appearance of the Website. For example, you should not create a separate website that looks like our Website and display our content through it. Also, you should not use techniques to embed any part of our Platform within another website or app without our prior written permission.
- Misuse Services: Do not use the Platform for any purpose that is not expressly permitted by these Terms. This includes not using any part of the Platform to develop or improve a competing service. You should also refrain from any activity that could manipulate or impair the integrity of any system features — for instance, do not abuse any reward systems or promotions in a manner not intended (such as using bots to collect daily login rewards).

We reserve the right to monitor the Platform for compliance with these Terms. If we detect violations of these Access and Use restrictions, we may take action including issuing warnings, suspending or terminating accounts, or employing technical measures to block offending activities (for example, blocking an IP address or user agent engaging in scraping). In serious cases, we may involve law enforcement or pursue legal action.

Service Modifications:

Raven Archives may at any time, without notice, modify, suspend, or discontinue any part of the Platform (such as introducing new features, or removing or limiting existing features). We are not liable to you or any third party for any modification or suspension of the service. We will try to provide advance notice for significant changes when feasible, but this may not always be possible.

Device and Connection:

You are responsible for obtaining and maintaining any equipment or auxiliary services needed to connect to and use the Platform (such as internet connections, compatible hardware or software, etc.). We cannot guarantee that the Platform will function on all devices or under all conditions (for example, older browsers or very low-bandwidth connections may not support our Platform). By adhering to these restrictions, you help ensure Raven Archives remains accessible and fair for everyone.

7. Paid Services and Virtual Currency

Raven Archives offers optional services that enhance the reading experience or provide access to locked content for a fee (the "Paid Services"). These may include the purchase of virtual currency and access to premium content. By making a purchase on the Platform, you agree to the following terms:

Virtual Currency (Credits):

Raven Archives offers virtual credits ("Credits") on the Platform that facilitate access to certain digital content.

  • Credits are the premium virtual currency available for acquisition through monetary means.
  • All Virtual Currency acquired remain subject to the limited, non-transferable, and revocable license granted herein and shall not confer any rights of ownership or monetary value beyond their usage within the Platform.
  • We may regulate, manage, modify, or discontinue Virtual Currency at any time, provided that doing so will not diminish the value of any unused Purchased Credits without offering an equivalent remedy as required by applicable law.

Pricing and Payment:

  • All prices for the Paid Services are displayed in a designated currency. The price you see at checkout is the total amount you will be charged for the service, unless otherwise indicated at the point of purchase.
  • When you initiate a purchase, you must select a valid payment method.
  • Raven Archives does not store your full credit card details on our servers; financial transactions on the Platform are processed securely through secure third parties.
  • You are responsible for any fees that your bank, payment institution, or payment service provider may charge in connection with the payment.

No Transfers or Outside Trade:

You may not transfer Virtual Currency between accounts, or between our Platform and any other platform. Buying, selling, or trading Virtual Currency outside of the Platform is strictly prohibited.

Usage and Expiration:

Virtual Currency can be redeemed within the Platform for designated content or benefits. We reserve the right to adjust the value, usage rules, or availability of Virtual Currency and the content it can be exchanged for. Purchased Credits will not expire or be revoked, except as required by applicable law or as expressly provided in these Terms.

No Refunds on Virtual Currency:

Purchases of Virtual Currency are typically non-refundable, except where required by applicable law or at our discretion. Once you have redeemed Virtual Currency for content, the transaction is final. If you believe there has been an error with a Virtual Currency purchase or redemption, contact our support and we will investigate and, if warranted, correct the error.

8. Disclaimers of Warranty

"As Is" Service:

Raven Archives provides the Platform and all content "as is" and "as available", without any warranties of any kind, to the extent permitted by law, either express or implied. While we strive to offer the best experience, we do not guarantee that the Platform will always be error-free, uninterrupted, or meet your expectations. Use of the Platform is at your own risk.

No Guarantee of Availability:

Raven Archives does not guarantee that the Platform will be available at all times or in all locations. There may be times when the Platform is unavailable due to maintenance, upgrades, network issues, or unforeseen outages. We will try to minimize downtime, but we are not liable for any inconvenience or loss caused by interruptions of service.

Content Disclaimer:

The content on Raven Archives is primarily fictional and for entertainment. We do not warrant or represent that any information presented in the stories is factual or reliable. Some content may not be appropriate for everyone, and while we may provide content warnings, we make no guarantee that every potentially sensitive theme is labeled. Viewer discretion is advised.

9. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, Raven Archives and its affiliates shall not be liable to you for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, or any loss of profits or revenues, whether incurred directly or indirectly, or any loss of data, use, goodwill, or other intangible losses, arising out of or in connection with:

  • Your access to or use (or inability to access or use) of the Platform
  • Any conduct or content of any third party on the Platform
  • Any content obtained from the Platform
  • Unauthorized access, use, or alteration of your transmissions or content

In no event shall Raven Archives's total cumulative liability to you for all claims arising out of or relating to these Terms or your use of the Platform exceed the amount you have paid to Raven Archives within the twelve (12)-month period immediately preceding the event giving rise to the liability (or, if you have not paid us, then our liability is limited to a maximum of $50 USD).

10. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Raven Archives from and against any and all claims, liabilities, damages, losses, and expenses (including reasonable attorneys' fees and court costs) that arise out of or relate to:

  • Your use of the Platform
  • Your violation of these Terms
  • Your violation of any law or regulation
  • Your infringement of the rights of a third party

11. Termination

Voluntary Termination by You:

You are free to stop using Raven Archives at any time. If you wish to terminate your account, you may do so by contacting our customer support. Account termination will remove access to your account and to any account-specific content or benefits.

Termination by Raven Archives:

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your access to the Platform at our sole discretion, for any reason or no reason, with or without notice. This may include situations where we believe that you have violated these Terms or any applicable law.

Effect of Termination:

Upon termination of these Terms, all rights and licenses granted to you will immediately cease. You must discontinue all use of the Platform and its content. We may delete any data associated with your account; however, non-personally identifiable data may be retained.

11. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of India, without regard to its conflict of law provisions. Any disputes arising out of or relating to these Terms or the Platform shall be resolved through binding arbitration or in the courts of [Your Jurisdiction].

12. Miscellaneous

Severability:

If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable by a court of competent jurisdiction, such provision shall be enforced to the maximum extent permitted by law and the remaining provisions of these Terms will remain in full force and effect.

Entire Agreement:

These Terms constitute the entire agreement between you and Raven Archives regarding your use of the Platform. They supersede all prior or contemporaneous understandings, agreements, or representations, whether written or oral, regarding such subject matter.

Assignment:

Raven Archives may assign or transfer its rights and obligations under these Terms to another party. You may not transfer or assign your rights or obligations under these Terms to any other person or entity without our prior written consent.

13. Contact Information

If you have questions, concerns, or feedback regarding these Terms or Raven Archives's Platform, please feel free to reach out to us at:

Customer Support: contact@ravenarchives.com

We aim to respond promptly, typically within a few business days.