Terms of Service

These terms govern your use of EviDark and establish the foundation for our community.

Last updated: September 7, 2025
Effective: September 7, 2025
Terms Overview

User Responsibilities

What we expect from our community members

Content Guidelines

Rules for creating and sharing stories

Platform Security

How we protect our community

Legal Compliance

Your rights and our obligations

Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using EviDark, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service and all applicable laws and regulations. If you do not agree with any of these terms, you are prohibited from using or accessing this platform.

Important: These terms constitute a legally binding agreement between you and EviDark. Please read them carefully before using our platform.

User Accounts & Responsibilities

Account Creation

You must be at least 16 years old to create an account. You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials and for all activities that occur under your account.

Account Security

You must immediately notify us of any unauthorized use of your account. We are not liable for any losses resulting from unauthorized access to your account.

Accurate Information

You agree to provide accurate, current, and complete information during registration and to update such information to keep it accurate, current, and complete.

Content Guidelines

EviDark welcomes creative dark fiction while maintaining community standards. Here's what is and isn't allowed:

Dark Fiction & Horror

Original stories exploring dark themes, supernatural elements, and psychological horror

Mystery & Thriller

Suspenseful narratives, crime stories, and investigative fiction

Mature Themes

Content dealing with complex adult themes, properly tagged and age-appropriate

Explicit Violence

Gratuitous violence, gore, or content that glorifies real-world harm

Hate Content

Content promoting discrimination, hate speech, or targeting specific groups

Personal Information

Sharing personal details, contact information, or private data of real individuals

Note: Content that falls into gray areas will be reviewed by our moderation team. When in doubt, err on the side of community safety and creative expression within our guidelines.

Prohibited Activities

The following activities are strictly prohibited and may result in account suspension or termination:

Harassment, bullying, or threatening other users
Sharing content that promotes violence or illegal activities
Attempting to hack, spam, or disrupt platform functionality
Creating multiple accounts to manipulate engagement systems
Sharing copyrighted content without proper authorization
Posting content that violates privacy rights of others
Using the platform for commercial spam or unauthorized advertising
Impersonating other users or creating fake profiles
Intellectual Property Rights

Your Content

You retain all rights to content you create and publish on EviDark. By posting content, you grant us a non-exclusive license to display, distribute, and promote your content on our platform.

Platform Rights

EviDark's platform, design, features, and functionality are owned by us and protected by intellectual property laws. You may not copy, modify, or distribute any part of our platform without permission.

Copyright Compliance

We respect intellectual property rights and expect users to do the same. We will respond to valid copyright notices and may remove infringing content and suspend repeat offenders.

Privacy & Data Protection

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

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Enforcement & Consequences

Violation Consequences

Violations of these terms may result in warnings, content removal, temporary suspensions, or permanent account termination, depending on the severity and frequency of violations.

Appeal Process

If you believe an enforcement action was taken in error, you may appeal through our contact form within 30 days of the action.

Immediate Termination

We reserve the right to immediately terminate accounts for severe violations including illegal activities, threats of violence, or repeated harassment.

Disclaimers & Limitations

Service Availability

We strive to maintain continuous service but cannot guarantee uninterrupted access. We may temporarily suspend the service for maintenance or updates.

Content Disclaimer

User-generated content represents the views of individual authors, not EviDark. We do not endorse or guarantee the accuracy of user content.

Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, EviDark shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages arising from your use of the platform.

Changes to These Terms

We may modify these terms from time to time to reflect changes in our services, legal requirements, or community needs. When we make significant changes, we will notify users via email or platform notice.

Your continued use of EviDark after changes take effect constitutes acceptance of the new terms. If you disagree with changes, you may terminate your account before they take effect.

Questions About Terms?

If you have questions about these terms or need clarification on any policies, contact our support team.

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Community Guidelines

Learn more about our community standards and best practices for engaging on EviDark.

Community Guidelines

Governing Law & Jurisdiction

These terms are governed by applicable laws without regard to conflict of law principles. Any disputes arising from these terms or your use of EviDark will be resolved through binding arbitration or in courts of competent jurisdiction. By using our platform, you consent to the exclusive jurisdiction of these courts.