Terms of Service

1. Agreement to Terms

These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your access to and use of Movie Covers ("Service," "we," "us," or "our"), including our website, mobile applications, and any related services. By accessing or using our Service, you agree to be bound by these Terms.

If you do not agree to these Terms, you may not access or use the Service. We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time, and such modifications will be effective immediately upon posting.

2. Eligibility

You must be at least 13 years old to use this Service. By using the Service, you represent and warrant that:

• You are at least 13 years of age
• You have the legal capacity to enter into these Terms
• You will comply with all applicable laws and regulations
• All information you provide is accurate and complete

If you are under 18, you confirm that you have obtained permission from a parent or legal guardian to use this Service.

3. Account Registration and Security

3.1 Account Creation

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

• Provide accurate, current, and complete information
• Maintain and update your information to keep it accurate
• Maintain the security of your password
• Accept responsibility for all activities under your account
• Notify us immediately of any unauthorized use

3.2 Account Termination

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your account at any time for violations of these Terms, fraudulent activity, or any other reason we deem appropriate. You may also delete your account at any time through your account settings.

4. User-Generated Content

4.1 Your Content

You retain ownership of content you create and post on Movie Covers ("User Content"), including reviews, ratings, lists, and comments. By posting User Content, you grant us a worldwide, non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use, reproduce, modify, adapt, publish, and display your content in connection with the Service.

4.2 Content Guidelines

You agree that your User Content will not contain:

• Illegal, harmful, threatening, or abusive material
• Hate speech, discrimination, or harassment
• Sexually explicit or pornographic content
• Excessive profanity or offensive language
• Spam, advertising, or promotional content
• False or misleading information
• Copyrighted material without authorization
• Personal information of others without consent
• Malware, viruses, or harmful code

4.3 Content Moderation

We reserve the right to review, monitor, edit, or remove any User Content at our discretion without notice. We are not obligated to monitor User Content but may do so to ensure compliance with these Terms and applicable laws.

4.4 Reporting Violations

If you encounter content that violates these Terms, please report it using the flag/report feature available on the content. We will review reported content and take appropriate action.

5. Prohibited Conduct

You agree not to engage in any of the following prohibited activities:

• Violating laws or regulations
• Infringing on intellectual property rights
• Impersonating another person or entity
• Harassing, threatening, or bullying other users
• Attempting to gain unauthorized access to the Service
• Interfering with the proper functioning of the Service
• Using automated systems (bots, scrapers) without permission
• Manipulating ratings, reviews, or rankings
• Creating multiple accounts for fraudulent purposes
• Collecting user information without consent
• Reverse engineering or decompiling the Service

6. Intellectual Property Rights

6.1 Our Content

The Service and its original content (excluding User Content), features, and functionality are owned by Movie Covers and are protected by international copyright, trademark, patent, trade secret, and other intellectual property laws.

6.2 Third-Party Content

Movie information, posters, and metadata are provided by The Movie Database (TMDB) and are subject to their terms and conditions. We do not claim ownership of third-party content displayed on our Service.

6.3 DMCA Compliance

We respect intellectual property rights. If you believe your copyrighted work has been infringed, please contact us with:

• Identification of the copyrighted work
• Location of the infringing material
• Your contact information
• A statement of good faith belief
• A statement of accuracy under penalty of perjury
• Physical or electronic signature of the copyright owner

Send DMCA notices to: support@movie-covers.com

7. Advertising

Our Service displays advertisements through Google AdSense and other advertising partners. By using the Service, you acknowledge and agree that:

• Advertisements may be displayed throughout the Service
• Third-party advertisers may use cookies and tracking technologies
• We are not responsible for the content of third-party advertisements
• Clicking on advertisements is at your own risk
• You may opt out of personalized advertising through ad settings

8. Privacy

Your privacy is important to us. Please review our Privacy Policy to understand how we collect, use, and protect your information. By using the Service, you agree to the collection and use of information as described in our Privacy Policy.

9. Disclaimers and Limitations of Liability

9.1 Service Provided "As Is"

THE SERVICE IS PROVIDED ON AN "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" BASIS WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, OR NON-INFRINGEMENT.

9.2 No Warranty

We do not warrant that:

• The Service will be uninterrupted, secure, or error-free
• The information provided will be accurate or reliable
• Defects will be corrected
• The Service will meet your requirements

9.3 Limitation of Liability

TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, MOVIE COVERS SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, OR ANY LOSS OF PROFITS OR REVENUES, WHETHER INCURRED DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY, OR ANY LOSS OF DATA, USE, GOODWILL, OR OTHER INTANGIBLE LOSSES.

9.4 Third-Party Links

Our Service may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for the content, privacy policies, or practices of third-party sites. You access third-party sites at your own risk.

10. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Movie Covers and its officers, directors, employees, and agents from any claims, damages, losses, liabilities, and expenses (including legal fees) arising from:

• Your use of the Service
• Your User Content
• Your violation of these Terms
• Your violation of any rights of another person or entity

11. Dispute Resolution and Governing Law

11.1 Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the jurisdiction in which Movie Covers operates, without regard to conflict of law principles.

11.2 Dispute Resolution

Any disputes arising from these Terms or the Service shall first be attempted to be resolved through good-faith negotiation. If negotiation fails, disputes may be resolved through binding arbitration or in the courts of competent jurisdiction.

12. General Provisions

12.1 Entire Agreement

These Terms constitute the entire agreement between you and Movie Covers regarding the Service and supersede all prior agreements and understandings.

12.2 Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable, the remaining provisions will remain in full force and effect.

12.3 Waiver

Our failure to enforce any right or provision of these Terms will not be considered a waiver of those rights.

12.4 Assignment

You may not assign or transfer these Terms without our prior written consent. We may assign our rights and obligations without restriction.

13. Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify or replace these Terms at any time. If a revision is material, we will provide at least 30 days' notice prior to any new terms taking effect. Your continued use of the Service after changes become effective constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.

14. Contact Us

If you have any questions about these Terms, please contact us:

• Email: support@movie-covers.com
• Website: Contact Form