Terms of Service

Last updated: [DATE]

Acceptance of Terms

By accessing and using Alexandria, you accept and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service. If you do not agree to these terms, please do not use our service.

Description of Service

Alexandria is a digital library platform dedicated to providing access to sacred texts, spiritual literature, and wisdom traditions from around the world. Our service includes:

  • Access to a curated collection of sacred and spiritual texts
  • AI-powered chat functionality for exploring text meanings
  • Personalized reading recommendations and progress tracking
  • Search and categorization tools
  • Community features for shared learning

User Accounts

To access certain features of Alexandria, you must create an account. You agree to:

  • Provide accurate and complete information
  • Maintain the security of your account credentials
  • Update your information as necessary
  • Accept responsibility for all activities under your account
  • Notify us immediately of any unauthorized use

Acceptable Use

You agree to use Alexandria only for lawful purposes and in accordance with these terms. You may not:

  • Use the service for any commercial purpose without permission
  • Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems
  • Upload or share content that violates intellectual property rights
  • Engage in harassment, hate speech, or harmful behavior
  • Use automated systems to scrape or download content
  • Interfere with the proper functioning of the service

Content and Intellectual Property

Alexandria contains texts and materials from various sources, including public domain works, licensed content, and original materials. You acknowledge that:

  • All content is provided for educational and personal spiritual development
  • Reproduction or distribution of copyrighted materials requires permission
  • Alexandria's original features and interface are protected by intellectual property laws
  • You retain rights to any content you create or upload (subject to our license to display it)

AI-Powered Features

Alexandria's AI chat and recommendation features are designed to enhance your understanding of sacred texts. Please note:

  • AI responses are generated tools and should not replace personal spiritual guidance
  • We do not guarantee the accuracy or completeness of AI-generated content
  • Your interactions with AI features may be used to improve our services
  • AI interpretations should be considered alongside traditional scholarly sources

Privacy and Data

Your privacy is important to us. Our collection and use of your personal information is governed by our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated into these terms by reference.

Service Availability

We strive to maintain Alexandria's availability, but we cannot guarantee uninterrupted service. We reserve the right to:

  • Modify or discontinue features with reasonable notice
  • Perform maintenance that may temporarily affect service
  • Suspend accounts that violate these terms
  • Update our systems and security measures

Disclaimers

Alexandria is provided "as is" without warranties of any kind. We disclaim all warranties, express or implied, including but not limited to:

  • Accuracy or completeness of content
  • Suitability for spiritual or religious purposes
  • Uninterrupted or error-free operation
  • Security of data transmission

Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Alexandria and its operators shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages arising from your use of our service, including but not limited to loss of data, spiritual guidance decisions, or personal insights.

Termination

You may terminate your account at any time. We may terminate or suspend your access to Alexandria if you violate these terms, with or without notice. Upon termination:

  • Your right to access the service ceases immediately
  • We may delete your account data after a reasonable period
  • Provisions regarding intellectual property and liability survive termination

Governing Law

These terms are governed by the laws of [JURISDICTION] without regard to conflict of law principles. Any disputes will be resolved in the courts of [JURISDICTION].

Changes to Terms

We may update these Terms of Service periodically. We will notify users of material changes by posting the updated terms on this page and updating the "last updated" date. Continued use of Alexandria after changes constitutes acceptance of the new terms.

Contact Information

If you have questions about these Terms of Service, please contact us at:

Email: [CONTACT_EMAIL]
Address: [BUSINESS_ADDRESS]

Spiritual Guidance Disclaimer

Alexandria is designed as an educational and exploratory tool for sacred texts. It is not a substitute for:

  • Personal spiritual guidance from qualified teachers or clergy
  • Professional counseling or therapy
  • Medical or mental health advice
  • Authoritative religious instruction

We encourage users to seek appropriate guidance from qualified spiritual advisors and to approach all texts with discernment and respect for their sacred nature.