Terms of Service
Last updated: April 2026
1. Overview
Welcome to Poetix.
Poetix is a non-linear narrative design platform that allows users to create branching stories using a visual editor, collaborate with others, and publish interactive stories that readers can play on the web.
By using Poetix, you agree to these Terms of Service ("Terms"). If you do not agree, please do not use the service.
2. Your Account
To use certain features, you must create an account.
You agree to:
- Provide accurate information
- Keep your login credentials secure
- Be responsible for all activity under your account
You may delete your account at any time.
We reserve the right to suspend or terminate accounts that violate these Terms.
3. Your Content
Ownership
You retain full ownership of all content you create in Poetix, including:
- Stories and their narrative content
- Scenes, beats, and branching paths
- Characters and story variables
License to Poetix
To operate the service, you grant Poetix a limited, non-exclusive, worldwide license to host, store, process, display, and publish your content solely for the purpose of providing and improving the service.
We do not claim ownership of your content.
Public Content
If you choose to publish or share your content publicly, you understand that:
- It may be viewed and played by other users
- It may be shared via links
- It may be featured within the platform
You can control whether your content is public or private.
4. Collaboration
Poetix allows you to collaborate with others on stories.
- You control who you invite
- Collaborators may view or edit based on permissions
- You are responsible for managing access
Poetix is not responsible for disputes between collaborators.
5. Reading and Sharing Content
Poetix allows users to read and play interactive stories published by others.
By using the platform, you agree:
- Not to copy, reproduce, or redistribute others' content without permission
- To respect the rights of creators
6. Acceptable Use
You agree not to use Poetix to:
- Violate any laws or regulations
- Upload or publish content you do not have rights to
- Share harmful, abusive, hateful, or illegal content
- Distribute malware or malicious code
- Exploit or interfere with the platform
We reserve the right to remove content or suspend accounts that violate these rules.
7. Intellectual Property
All rights to the Poetix platform are owned by us, including:
- Software
- Design
- Branding
- Platform features and systems
You may not copy, modify, or distribute any part of the platform without permission.
8. Privacy
Your use of Poetix is also governed by our Privacy Policy.
9. Termination
You may stop using Poetix at any time.
We may suspend or terminate access if:
- You violate these Terms
- Required by law
- Necessary to protect the platform or users
10. Disclaimer
Poetix is provided "as is" without warranties of any kind.
We do not guarantee:
- Continuous availability
- Error-free operation
- That content will meet your expectations
11. Limitation of Liability
To the maximum extent permitted by law, Poetix will not be liable for:
- Loss of data
- Loss of content
- Loss of profits
- Indirect or consequential damages
12. Changes to Terms
We may update these Terms from time to time.
If we do, we will update the "Last updated" date. Continued use of Poetix means you accept the updated Terms.
13. Contact
For questions or support:
Email: support@poetix.app