Last Updated: October 2025
Welcome to Readin5 (“we,” “our,” “us,” or “the Site”). These Terms of Service (“Terms”) govern your use of the website located at https://readin5.com/ and any related services, including mobile versions, newsletters, content syndication, and communication channels provided by Readin5.
By accessing or using our website, you agree to these Terms and our Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, you must immediately discontinue use of the website.
1. Eligibility and Acceptance
You must be at least 13 years of age to use Readin5. If you are under 18, you may only use the site with the involvement of a parent or guardian.
By using the site, you confirm that you are legally capable of entering into binding agreements and that all information you provide is accurate and current.
2. Use of the Website
You agree to use Readin5 for lawful purposes only. You may not use our services to:
- Violate any local, national, or international law or regulation.
- Infringe the intellectual property rights of others.
- Transmit or distribute any malicious, defamatory, or harmful material.
- Engage in unauthorized scraping, mining, or data harvesting.
- Attempt to gain unauthorized access to Readin5 systems or data.
3. Account Registration
Some features of Readin5 may require you to create an account. You agree to:
- Provide accurate, complete, and updated information.
- Keep your password secure and confidential.
- Notify us immediately of unauthorized use of your account.
We reserve the right to suspend or terminate accounts that violate these Terms.
4. Intellectual Property Rights
All materials on Readin5, including articles, images, videos, code, and design elements, are owned by Readin5 or its licensors. Content is protected under copyright, trademark, and other applicable intellectual property laws.
You may not reproduce, republish, modify, or distribute any content from Readin5 without prior written consent, except where sharing buttons or RSS feeds are explicitly provided.
5. User-Generated Content
If you submit content to Readin5 (e.g., comments, articles, reviews, or feedback), you grant us a non-exclusive, royalty-free, perpetual, and worldwide license to use, reproduce, edit, publish, and display that content in connection with the website.
You are solely responsible for your submissions and agree that they will not:
- Contain false, misleading, or unlawful statements.
- Infringe the rights of any third party.
- Contain spam or promotional material not approved by us.
We may remove or edit any content that violates these Terms or is deemed inappropriate.
6. Editorial Policy and Accuracy
Readin5 strives to maintain high editorial standards and accuracy. However, all content is provided for informational and entertainment purposes only and should not be taken as professional advice.
We do not guarantee the completeness or reliability of any article. Users should verify information before taking action based on it.
7. Third-Party Links and Services
Readin5 may contain links to external websites and third-party services. These are provided for convenience only. We have no control over the content or practices of third-party sites and disclaim all responsibility for any loss or damage resulting from your use of them.
When you leave our site, you are encouraged to review the terms and privacy policies of any third-party service.
8. Advertising, Sponsorships, and Affiliate Disclosure
Our site may display sponsored posts, affiliate links, or advertising banners. Some links may earn us a commission at no extra cost to you. This helps support the free content we provide.
We maintain editorial independence; compensation does not influence the topics, articles, or opinions expressed. Google AdSense and similar networks may collect cookies to personalize ads. By using Readin5, you consent to such practices as outlined in our Privacy Policy.
9. Privacy and Data Protection
Your privacy is important to us. Please refer to our Privacy Policy for information about how we collect, use, and protect your personal data. By using Readin5, you consent to our data practices as described therein.
10. Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, Readin5, its owners, employees, and affiliates shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages resulting from:
- The use or inability to use our website.
- Any errors, omissions, or inaccuracies in the content.
- Unauthorized access to your data or transmissions.
This limitation applies even if we have been advised of the possibility of such damages.
11. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Readin5 and its affiliates from any claims, damages, or expenses arising from your use of the website, violation of these Terms, or infringement of third-party rights.
12. Disclaimer of Warranties
The website is provided “as is” and “as available.” We make no representations or warranties of any kind, express or implied, regarding the operation of the site, the content, or the materials available on it.
13. Termination
We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your access to Readin5 at any time, without notice, for conduct that we believe violates these Terms or is harmful to other users or the website.
14. Governing Law and Jurisdiction
These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the jurisdiction where Readin5 operates. Any legal actions arising from or related to these Terms shall be brought exclusively in the competent courts of that jurisdiction.
15. Modifications to the Terms
We reserve the right to revise these Terms at any time by posting the updated version on this page. Continued use of the website after changes means you accept the new Terms. The “Last Updated” date will reflect the most recent revision.
16. Contact Information
For questions or concerns about these Terms of Service, please contact us:
Email: contact@readin5.com
Website: https://readin5.com/