Welcome to Booktainment (https://booktainment.in/). By using our website and services, you agree to comply with and be bound by the following terms and conditions. Please read them carefully before using our platform. If you do not agree to these terms, please refrain from using our website and services.
1. Acceptance of Terms
By accessing or using Booktainment, you agree to these Terms and Conditions, Privacy Policy, and any other legal notices, conditions, or guidelines posted on the website. We reserve the right to amend these terms at any time without notice. It is your responsibility to review these terms periodically for updates.
2. Definitions
- “Platform” refers to the website Booktainment (https://booktainment.in/) and all related services.
- “Seller” refers to authors, scriptwriters, or publishers who list their content for sale or licensing on the platform.
- “Buyer” refers to filmmakers, production houses, OTT platforms, and any other individuals or entities interested in purchasing AV rights.
- “AV Rights” refers to Audio-Visual rights, which allow buyers to adapt books, stories, or scripts into an audio-visual format.
- “Content” refers to any books, scripts, stories, or related works listed on the platform.
3. Eligibility
To use our platform, you must be at least 18 years old and legally capable of entering into binding contracts. By using Booktainment, you represent and warrant that you meet these requirements.
4. User Registration
To access certain features of our platform, users must register and create an account. You agree to provide accurate, current, and complete information during the registration process and to update such information as needed. Each user is responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of their account credentials and for all activities that occur under their account.
5. Listing Content as a Seller
- Content Ownership: By listing content on Booktainment, you represent and warrant that you are the rightful owner of the content or have obtained all necessary rights, licenses, or permissions to list and sell the AV rights of the content.
- Content Guidelines: Sellers must provide accurate, truthful, and complete information about their content, including synopses, genres, target audience, pricing, and terms of sale.
- Grant of Rights: Sellers may choose to offer AV rights on either an exclusive or non-exclusive basis. It is the seller’s responsibility to clearly state the type of rights offered and any specific conditions associated with them.
- Compliance with Laws: Sellers must ensure that their content complies with all applicable copyright, intellectual property, and other laws.
6. Purchasing AV Rights as a Buyer
- Due Diligence: Buyers are responsible for conducting their own due diligence regarding the content listed on the platform. Booktainment does not provide any warranties or guarantees regarding the accuracy or legality of the content.
- Negotiation and Agreement: Buyers and sellers must negotiate terms directly. Booktainment is not a party to any agreement between users.
- Payment: Payments for AV rights are processed securely through our platform. Buyers agree to pay the agreed-upon fees and any applicable taxes for the purchase of AV rights.
7. Fees and Payments
- Listing Fees: Sellers may be subject to a nominal listing fee for publishing their content on the platform.
- Commission Fees: Booktainment charges a commission fee on successful transactions. The fee percentage is subject to change, and any changes will be communicated to users.
- Payment Processing: Payments are processed through a secure payment gateway. Booktainment is not responsible for any issues arising from payment transactions conducted outside of the platform.
8. Intellectual Property Rights
- Platform Content: All content on the platform, including text, graphics, logos, and software, is the property of Booktainment or its content suppliers and is protected by copyright and other intellectual property laws.
- User Content: Users retain ownership of the content they list on the platform. By listing content, users grant Booktainment a limited, non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use, display, and distribute the content for the purpose of operating the platform.
9. Prohibited Activities
Users agree not to engage in any of the following prohibited activities:
- Posting false, misleading, or fraudulent content.
- Infringing on any third party’s intellectual property rights.
- Engaging in any form of harassment, abuse, or illegal activity.
- Attempting to gain unauthorized access to other users’ accounts or Booktainment’s systems.
10. Dispute Resolution
- Between Users: Booktainment encourages users to resolve disputes amicably. However, if a resolution cannot be reached, Booktainment provides a mediation service to facilitate discussions and help both parties reach a fair agreement.
- Platform Involvement: Booktainment is not a party to any transaction between users and does not guarantee the performance or legality of any transaction. However, we may intervene in cases of fraud, misconduct, or breach of our terms.
11. Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, Booktainment, its affiliates, and its employees shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, including but not limited to loss of profits, data, or goodwill arising from your use of the platform.
12. Indemnification
Users agree to indemnify and hold harmless Booktainment, its affiliates, and employees from any claims, damages, losses, or expenses (including legal fees) arising from their use of the platform, violation of these terms, or infringement of any intellectual property or other rights.
13. Termination
Booktainment reserves the right to suspend or terminate any user’s account and access to the platform at any time, without notice, for any reason, including but not limited to a breach of these terms.
14. Governing Law
These Terms and Conditions are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of [Your Jurisdiction]. Any disputes arising from these terms will be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts in [Your Jurisdiction].
15. Changes to Terms and Conditions
Booktainment reserves the right to modify these Terms and Conditions at any time. Users will be notified of any significant changes via email or a notice on the platform. Continued use of the platform after changes have been made constitutes acceptance of the revised terms.
16. Contact Information
For any questions or concerns regarding these Terms and Conditions, please contact us at [contact@booktainment.in].