Terms of Service

1. Scope and Acceptance

These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern the use of the mobile application "Novel Romance" (hereinafter "App"), including all related services, features, and content, provided by Digital App Group GmbH, registered in Germany (hereinafter "Provider", "we", "us", or "our").

By downloading, installing, registering for, or using the App, you ("User", "you", or "your") acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree to these Terms, you must not use the App.

These Terms apply to all versions of the App, including the iOS version available on the Apple App Store and the Android version available on the Google Play Store, as well as any future platforms on which the App may become available.

2. Description of Services

Novel Romance is a digital platform for reading, discovering, and enjoying romantic stories. The App provides the following services:

• Access to a curated library of thousands of romantic stories across various sub-genres, which is continuously expanded
• A personalized reading experience with features such as reading progress tracking, bookmarks, and a favorites list
• Both free and premium content, accessible through credits or subscriptions
• Offline reading capabilities, allowing downloaded stories to be read without an active internet connection
• A reading history to help you return to previously read stories
• The App is currently available in English and German

The Provider reserves the right to modify, expand, restrict, or discontinue any feature or service of the App at any time, with or without prior notice. This includes the right to add or remove stories from the library.

3. Eligibility and Registration

To use the App, you must be at least 16 years of age. By registering, you confirm that you meet this age requirement. If you are under 18 years of age, you confirm that you have obtained the consent of your parent or legal guardian to use the App and accept these Terms.

Full use of the App requires registration with a valid email address. During registration, you are obligated to provide truthful and complete information. You may also choose a username and upload a profile picture.

You are solely responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your login credentials. You must notify us immediately at digitalappgroupde@gmail.com if you become aware of any unauthorized use of your account. You are liable for all activities that occur under your account, unless the unauthorized access was caused by the Provider.

Each person may only maintain one user account. The creation of multiple accounts by the same person is prohibited and may result in the suspension or deletion of all associated accounts.

4. In-App Purchases, Credits, and Subscriptions

4.1 Credits

Credits are a virtual currency within the App that can be used to unlock premium stories and content. Credits can be purchased via in-app purchases through the Apple App Store or Google Play Store. The following rules apply to credits:

• Credits are non-transferable between accounts
• Credits cannot be exchanged for cash or monetary value
• Credits have no expiration date as long as your account remains active
• All unused credits will be forfeited upon deletion of your account
• The Provider reserves the right to adjust credit pricing at any time; credits already purchased will not be affected

4.2 Subscriptions

The App may offer subscription plans that provide enhanced access to premium content. Subscriptions are billed on a recurring basis (e.g., weekly, monthly, or annually) as specified at the time of purchase. The following terms apply:

• Subscriptions automatically renew at the end of each billing period unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period
• You can manage and cancel your subscription through your Apple App Store or Google Play Store account settings
• Upon cancellation, you retain access to subscription benefits until the end of the current billing period
• Free trial periods, if offered, automatically convert to a paid subscription unless cancelled before the trial ends

4.3 Payments and Refunds

All payments are processed through the respective app store (Apple App Store or Google Play Store). The payment terms, methods, and refund policies of the respective store apply. The Provider does not process payments directly and has no access to your payment information. For refund requests, please contact the respective app store directly or reach out to us at digitalappgroupde@gmail.com.

5. Content and Availability

The stories and content available in the App are provided for entertainment purposes only. The Provider does not guarantee that specific stories will remain available indefinitely. Stories may be added, modified, or removed from the library at any time.

Some stories may contain mature themes, including but not limited to romantic and emotional content intended for adult readers. The Provider strives to provide appropriate content ratings and warnings where applicable.

The Provider endeavors to ensure the App is available at all times but does not guarantee uninterrupted or error-free operation. Temporary disruptions may occur due to maintenance, updates, or technical issues beyond the Provider's control. The Provider is not liable for any loss or inconvenience caused by such disruptions.

6. Offline Reading and Downloaded Content

The App allows you to download stories for offline reading. Downloaded content is stored locally on your device and is subject to the same usage restrictions as online content. You may not extract, copy, or redistribute downloaded content. Downloaded content may become unavailable if the corresponding story is removed from the library or if your account is terminated.

7. Usage Rights and Intellectual Property

All content within the App, including but not limited to stories, texts, illustrations, images, graphics, logos, trademarks, user interface designs, and software, is the property of the Provider or its licensors and is protected by copyright and other intellectual property laws.

Upon acceptance of these Terms, the Provider grants you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to access and use the App and its content solely for your personal, non-commercial use. This license does not include the right to:

• Copy, reproduce, distribute, publish, or publicly display any content from the App
• Modify, adapt, translate, or create derivative works based on the App or its content
• Reverse engineer, decompile, disassemble, or otherwise attempt to derive the source code of the App
• Use the App's content for any commercial purpose, including but not limited to resale, republication, or incorporation into other products or services
• Use automated systems, bots, scrapers, or similar technologies to access, extract, or collect content from the App
• Remove, alter, or obscure any copyright, trademark, or other proprietary notices from the App or its content

8. User Conduct

By using the App, you agree to the following rules of conduct:

• You will not use the App for any unlawful, abusive, or fraudulent purpose
• You will not publish, upload, or transmit any content that is offensive, defamatory, discriminatory, hateful, violent, obscene, or otherwise objectionable
• You will not harass, threaten, or intimidate other users
• You will not impersonate any person or entity, or falsely represent your affiliation with any person or entity
• You will respect the rights of other users, the Provider, and third parties, including intellectual property rights and privacy rights
• You will not attempt to circumvent, disable, or interfere with any security, technical, or access control measures of the App
• You will not introduce viruses, malware, or any harmful code into the App
• You will not use the App in a manner that could damage, overburden, or impair the App's infrastructure or interfere with other users' use of the App
• You will not share your account credentials with third parties or allow others to access the App through your account
• You will not attempt to gain unauthorized access to other users' accounts, the App's systems, or related networks

The Provider reserves the right to take appropriate action in response to violations of these rules, including but not limited to content removal, account suspension, or permanent account termination, without prior notice.

9. Third-Party Services and App Stores

The App is distributed through the Apple App Store and Google Play Store. Your use of these platforms is governed by their respective terms of service. The Provider is not responsible for the practices, policies, or actions of Apple Inc., Google LLC, or any other third-party platform.

The App may use third-party services for hosting, data storage, analytics, and other operational purposes. While the Provider selects these services with care, it is not responsible for the availability, accuracy, or security of third-party services beyond its contractual obligations with those providers. For details on data processing by third parties, please refer to our Privacy Policy.

10. Data Protection

The protection of your personal data is important to us. For detailed information on how we collect, process, store, and protect your data, please refer to our Privacy Policy. By using the App, you acknowledge that you have read and understood our Privacy Policy.

11. Warranty Disclaimer

The App and its content are provided "as is" and "as available" without warranties of any kind, whether express or implied. To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, the Provider disclaims all warranties, including but not limited to implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, and non-infringement. The Provider does not warrant that:

• The App will meet your specific requirements or expectations
• The App will be uninterrupted, timely, secure, or error-free
• The content provided through the App will be accurate, complete, or current
• Any defects in the App will be corrected within a specific timeframe

12. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, the Provider shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, including but not limited to loss of profits, data, use, or goodwill, arising out of or in connection with the use or inability to use the App.

The Provider's total liability for any claims arising from or related to these Terms or the use of the App shall not exceed the amount you have paid to the Provider in the twelve (12) months preceding the claim.

The Provider shall not be liable for damages arising from the use or unavailability of the App, unless caused by intent or gross negligence on the part of the Provider. Liability for slight negligence is limited to the breach of material contractual obligations (cardinal obligations), in which case liability is limited to foreseeable, typical damages.

These limitations of liability do not apply to liability for damages arising from injury to life, body, or health, or to mandatory statutory liability.

13. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless the Provider, its affiliates, officers, directors, employees, and agents from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, costs, or expenses (including reasonable legal fees) arising out of or related to your use of the App, your violation of these Terms, or your violation of any rights of a third party.

14. Termination

You may delete your user account at any time through the App's settings. Upon account deletion:

• All unused credits will be forfeited and cannot be recovered
• Your reading progress, favorites, and history will be permanently deleted
• Your personal data will be deleted in accordance with our Privacy Policy (within 30 days, unless retention is required by law)
• Active subscriptions must be cancelled separately through the respective app store

The Provider reserves the right to suspend or permanently delete user accounts in the event of a violation of these Terms, without prior notice and without obligation to refund any purchased credits or remaining subscription time.

The Provider may also terminate or suspend accounts that have been inactive for an extended period (12 months or more), after providing reasonable notice to the registered email address.

15. Changes to the Terms of Service

The Provider reserves the right to amend these Terms at any time. In the event of material changes, users will be notified through the App or via email to the address associated with their account. The updated Terms will include the date of the last revision.

Continued use of the App after the effective date of the revised Terms constitutes your acceptance of the changes. If you do not agree to the revised Terms, you must stop using the App and delete your account.

16. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Federal Republic of Germany, without regard to its conflict of law provisions.

For consumers residing in the European Union, mandatory consumer protection provisions of the country of residence shall remain unaffected. The Provider is neither obligated nor willing to participate in dispute resolution proceedings before a consumer arbitration board.

If any dispute arises in connection with these Terms, the parties shall first attempt to resolve the matter amicably. If no resolution is reached, the courts at the Provider's registered seat shall have jurisdiction, provided this is permissible under applicable law.

17. Severability

Should any provision of these Terms be or become invalid or unenforceable, the validity of the remaining provisions shall remain unaffected. The invalid or unenforceable provision shall be replaced by a valid provision that most closely reflects the economic purpose of the original provision.

18. Contact

If you have any questions, concerns, or complaints regarding these Terms or the App, please contact us at:

Digital App Group GmbH
Email: digitalappgroupde@gmail.com