Digital Product Policy

Own Your Publishing

Effective Date: September 1, 2026
Last Updated: September 1, 2026

1. Overview

This policy governs the purchase, download, and use of digital products sold on Own Your Publishing (https://ownyourpublishing.com).

Digital products include:

• EPUB files (e-books)
• PDF documents
• Audio files
• Any downloadable content

2. License Grant

2.1 What You Own vs. What You License

You own:

• Your purchase receipt
• The right to read the content for personal use
• A copy on your device(s)

You do NOT own:

• The copyright or intellectual property
• The right to redistribute or share
• The right to modify the content
• Commercial usage rights

2.2 License Type

When you purchase a digital product, you receive a personal, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to:

• Read the content on personal devices you own
• Print for personal use (reasonable number of copies)
• Access the content after purchase (subject to service continuation)

This license is for personal use only. Commercial use is prohibited.

3. Download Rights & Limitations

3.1 Download Entitlement

Upon purchase, you are entitled to:

• One download of your purchased file
• Access for 30 days from purchase date
• Re-downloads during the 30-day window (if needed)

3.2 Download Link Expiration

Download links expire after 30 days for security reasons:

• After 30 days, links become invalid
• No additional charges to request a new link
• Contact us for re-download access
• Response within 24-48 hours

3.3 How to Download

1. Purchase the product
2. Receive email with download link
3. Click link to download file
4. Save to your device
5. Open with compatible reader (EPUB reader, PDF viewer, etc.)

3.4 Storage & Backups

We recommend:

• Save your file to multiple devices or cloud storage
• Create personal backups
• Use a dedicated e-reader app

We are not responsible for:

• Lost files (you must maintain backups)
• Device malfunction or data loss
• File corruption (though rare)

4. Permitted Use

You may:

• Read the content on devices you own
• Print physical copies for personal use (reasonable quantity)
• Highlight, annotate, or bookmark for personal study
• Share quotes or excerpts (with attribution) in reviews or social posts
• Reference content in personal writing or presentations

4.1 Personal Use Definition

Personal use means:

• Reading for entertainment or education
• Not for profit or commercial gain
• Within your household or immediate circle
• Educational use by students for non-commercial purposes

Personal use does NOT include:

• Sharing the entire file
• Republishing the content
• Using for commercial purposes
• Selling or licensing to others

5. Prohibited Uses

5.1 Absolute Prohibitions

You may NOT:

Distribution:

• Share, email, or upload the file to others
• Post the file on file-sharing sites (torrent, Dropbox, Google Drive, etc.)
• Distribute through messaging apps or cloud services
• Make the file publicly available

Commercial Use:

• Sell or resell the file
• Use for business or commercial purposes
• Incorporate into products or services sold to others
• License or sublicense the content

Modification & Adaptation:

• Alter, edit, or modify the content
• Create derivative works
• Translate without permission
• Reformat and republish

Circumvention:

• Attempt to remove DRM or protection
• Bypass access restrictions
• Reverse-engineer or decompile
• Extract code or methodology

AI & Machine Learning:

• Use for training AI models or chatbots
• Feed into language models
• Use for machine learning purposes
• Extract data for algorithmic purposes

Plagiarism:

• Copy passages without attribution
• Claim authorship of the work
• Republish as your own

5.2 Consequences of Violation

Violations may result in:

• Account suspension or termination
• Loss of access to library
• Forfeiture of purchase
• Legal action
• Takedown notices
• Damages and attorney fees

6. Digital Rights Management (DRM)

6.1 Our Approach

Own Your Publishing's digital products may include:

• DRM-free: No protection (most common)
• Watermarking: Personal identifier embedded in file
• DRM-protected: Encryption or copy protection

6.2 Watermarking

If your file is watermarked:

• Your personal information is embedded in the file
• This identifies you as the licensed user
• If the file is found online elsewhere, we can trace it to your account

6.3 DRM Circumvention

We prohibit circumventing DRM through:

• Removal software or tools
• Decryption attempts
• Modification of files
• Bypass techniques

Legal note: In most jurisdictions, circumventing DRM is illegal even if you own the file.

7. Device & Platform Flexibility

7.1 Multi-Device Access

You may read your purchased file on:

• Multiple personal devices (laptop, tablet, phone, e-reader)
• Different operating systems (Windows, Mac, iOS, Android, etc.)
• Compatible reading apps (Kindle, Apple Books, Adobe Digital Editions, etc.)

7.2 Cross-Platform Compatibility

EPUB files work with:

• Adobe Digital Editions
• Apple Books
• Google Play Books
• Calibre
• Most e-readers and tablets

You are responsible for:

• Choosing compatible applications
• Managing your files across devices
• Maintaining backups

8. Format & Compatibility

8.1 Available Formats

Most products are available as:

• EPUB (standard e-book format, works on most devices)
• PDF (universal, works on any device)
• Kindle-compatible formats (for Amazon devices)

8.2 Format Conversions

• You may convert EPUB to other formats for personal use
• Conversion is your responsibility
• We recommend Calibre (free software)
• We are not responsible for conversion errors or issues

8.3 Technical Support

We support:

• Download and access issues
• Link expiration and re-requests
• Format compatibility questions

We do NOT support:

• App troubleshooting (contact app developer)
• Device-specific issues
• Format conversion assistance
• DRM removal or circumvention

9. Refunds & Returns

Digital products are non-refundable after download.

9.1 Refund Eligibility

Refundable if:

• Not downloaded
• Requested within 30 days
• Not previously purchased

Non-refundable if:

• Downloaded (even if not read)
• More than 30 days have passed
• File is deemed corrupted by user error

See Refund Policy for complete details.

10. Account & Ownership

10.1 Account Bound

Your digital purchases are tied to your OYP account:

• Purchases belong to your account, not a device
• You can re-download from any device
• Changing devices doesn't require repurchase

10.2 Family Sharing

Allowed:

• You may share on your personal devices
• Family members using your devices may read

NOT allowed:

• Sharing account login (violates Terms of Service)
• Sharing file with others' devices
• Licensed reading by others outside your household

11. Content Restrictions

11.1 Age-Restricted Content

Some products are restricted to 18+ users:

• Age verification required at checkout
• By purchasing, you confirm you are 18+
• False age verification violates Terms of Service

11.2 Mature Content Warning

Products containing mature themes include warnings:

• Violence, explicit content, or disturbing themes
• Mental health warnings where applicable
• Reader discretion advised

You assume responsibility for reading age-appropriate content.

12. Liability & Technical Issues

12.1 Service Availability

We make reasonable efforts to maintain:

• Download links
• File availability
• Server uptime

We cannot guarantee:

• 100% uptime or availability
• Files never become corrupted
• All apps will be supported forever
• Links work indefinitely

12.2 File Corruption

If your file becomes corrupted:

• This is often due to download interruption
• Re-download the file
• Try a different app
• Contact us if repeated issues occur

12.3 Technical Failures

If OYP experiences technical issues:

• We will attempt to restore service quickly
• We will provide re-download access during outages
• We are not liable for temporary unavailability

13. Copyright & Intellectual Property

13.1 Author Rights

All content sold on OYP is copyrighted:

• Copyright belongs to the author/publisher
• Reproduction, distribution, or modification infringes copyright
• Infringement may result in takedown notices and legal action

13.2 Fair Use

Fair use allows limited use for:

• Education
• Criticism
• Commentary
• Parody
• News reporting

Fair use does NOT allow:

• Wholesale reproduction
• Commercial use
• Circumventing DRM
• Republication

13.3 Infringement Reporting

If you discover your work is infringed (shared illegally):

• Report to: acndintllc@gmail.com
• Include: Source URL, file details, proof of ownership
• We will investigate and take action

14. Third-Party Apps & Services

14.1 Reading Apps

We recommend but do not endorse:

• Adobe Digital Editions
• Apple Books
• Google Play Books
• Kindle/Amazon

These apps are third-party:

• We don't control their policies
• Their privacy policies apply to their apps
• Technical issues with apps contact their support

14.2 Cloud Services

You may store files in:

• Personal cloud storage (Google Drive, OneDrive, Dropbox—personal use only)
• Device backups (iCloud, Google Photos—personal use only)

Do NOT:

• Share cloud links with others
• Make files publicly accessible
• Upload to public repositories

15. Accessibility & Accommodations

15.1 Accessibility Formats

We commit to accessible digital products:

• EPUB files are generally accessible to screen readers
• PDFs may vary in accessibility
• Report accessibility issues to us

15.2 Accommodations

If you need accommodations:

• Contact: acndintllc@gmail.com
• Describe your accessibility needs
• We will work to provide suitable format if available

16. Updates & New Versions

16.1 File Updates

If we update a product:

• New version released with improvement or correction
• You can request the updated file anytime
• Original version remains valid

16.2 How to Get Updates

1. Email: acndintllc@gmail.com
2. Order number and current version
3. We provide updated file link

17. Disputes & Claims

17.1 Infringement Claims

If we receive a DMCA takedown notice or infringement claim:

• We will investigate
• If valid, content may be removed
• You are entitled to counter-notice

17.2 Resolving Issues

Technical issue? Contact us.
Content problem? Contact us.
IP dispute? Legal resolution required.

18. Termination of Access

We may terminate your access to digital products if you:

• Violate this policy
• Violate Terms of Service
• Violate author's copyright
• Engage in illegal activity

Upon termination:

• Download links are deactivated
• Future downloads are denied
• Account may be suspended

19. Jurisdiction & Compliance

This policy is governed by Connecticut law. You acknowledge that intellectual property is protected internationally:

• WIPO Copyright Treaty
• TRIPS Agreement
• DMCA (Digital Millennium Copyright Act)
• Similar international laws

20. Questions & Contact

For questions about digital product usage:

Email: acndintllc@gmail.com
Include:

• Order number
• Product name
• Specific question or issue

Response Time: 24-48 hours

21. Final Notes

21.1 Enforcement

We actively monitor for:

• Unauthorized distribution
• Copyright infringement
• Watermark usage tracking
• DRM circumvention

Violations are pursued legally.

21.2 Terms Acceptance

By downloading a digital product, you acknowledge:

• You have read this policy
• You accept all terms and conditions
• You will comply with usage restrictions
• Violation results in consequences outlined

Last Updated: September 1, 2026