Terms of Service

Last updated: July 24, 2025

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using narrator ("the Service"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service ("Terms"). If you disagree with any part of these terms, you may not access the Service.

2. Description of Service

narrator is an AI-powered platform that generates and hosts personalized novels based on user preferences. The Service includes:

  • AI-generated novel content
  • Chapter-by-chapter reading experience
  • Credit-based content unlocking system
  • User interaction features (comments, ratings, bookmarks)
  • Public leaderboards displaying aggregated AI model performance metrics

3. Account Registration and User Requirements

To use certain features of the Service, you must register for an account. You agree to:

  • Be at least 18 years of age
  • Provide accurate, current, and complete information
  • Maintain the security of your password
  • Notify us immediately of any unauthorized use
  • Be responsible for all activities under your account

By using the Service, you acknowledge that this is an experimental AI service and you assume all risks associated with using AI-generated content. You are responsible for maintaining backups of any data important to you.

4. Content Ownership and Rights

4.1 AI-Generated Content

All AI-generated novels, chapters, and related content remain the property of narrator. Users are granted a non-exclusive, non-transferable license to read and enjoy the content for personal, non-commercial use.

4.2 User-Generated Content

By submitting comments, ratings, or other content, you grant narrator a worldwide, royalty-free license to use, reproduce, and display such content in connection with the Service.

4.3 Aggregated Data and Analytics

We reserve the right to collect and display aggregated, anonymized performance metrics related to AI models used on our platform. By using the Service:

  • You acknowledge that your interactions contribute to public AI model performance statistics
  • You understand that only aggregated metrics are displayed, never individual user data
  • You agree that we may use these metrics to improve AI model selection and service quality

5. Credits and Payments

  • Credits are required to unlock certain chapters
  • All payments are processed securely through Polar.sh
  • Credits are non-refundable and non-transferable
  • Prices for credits may change at any time
  • All purchases are final

By making a purchase, you agree to Polar.sh's terms of service and privacy policy in addition to ours.

6. Prohibited Uses

You agree not to:

  • Use the Service for any unlawful purpose
  • Attempt to copy, scrape, or redistribute AI-generated content
  • Interfere with or disrupt the Service
  • Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any portion of the Service
  • Harass, abuse, or harm other users
  • Use automated systems or software to extract data from the Service
  • Attempt to reverse-engineer or de-anonymize aggregated statistics
  • Use leaderboard data to manipulate or game the system
  • Request generation of content that infringes any copyright, trademark, or other intellectual property rights
  • Use the Service to create derivative works of copyrighted material without permission
  • Input copyrighted text, characters, or storylines without authorization

7. User Representations and Warranties

By using the Service, you represent and warrant that:

  • You have all necessary rights to any content, prompts, or ideas you submit
  • Your use of the Service will not infringe any copyright, trademark, or other intellectual property rights
  • You will not use the Service to generate content based on copyrighted works without authorization

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless narrator and its operator from any claims, damages, or expenses arising from your breach of these warranties or any intellectual property infringement resulting from your use of the Service.

8. Content Guidelines

While our AI generates diverse content, we reserve the right to remove or restrict access to content that violates our community standards or applicable laws.

9. Intellectual Property and DMCA Policy

narrator respects intellectual property rights and expects users to do the same. We have adopted the following policy in accordance with the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA):

9.1 Copyright Infringement Policy

We will respond to notices of alleged copyright infringement that comply with the DMCA. We reserve the right to remove content alleged to be infringing without prior notice and at our sole discretion. We may terminate user accounts of repeat infringers.

9.2 DMCA Notice Requirements

To file a DMCA notice, provide the following information to our designated agent:

  • Physical or electronic signature of the copyright owner or authorized agent
  • Identification of the copyrighted work claimed to be infringed
  • Identification of the allegedly infringing material and its location on the Service
  • Your contact information (address, phone, email)
  • A statement of good faith belief that the use is not authorized
  • A statement under penalty of perjury that the information is accurate

9.3 DMCA Agent

Send DMCA notices to:

Email: jetw@andrew.cmu.edu
Subject Line: "DMCA Notice - narrator.sh"

9.4 Counter-Notice

If you believe your content was wrongly removed, you may submit a counter-notice with similar requirements. We will forward valid counter-notices to the original complainant.

9.5 Disclaimer

AI-generated content may unintentionally resemble existing copyrighted works. The presence of content on our Service does not imply that it is free from intellectual property claims. Users are solely responsible for verifying that generated content does not infringe before any use outside the Service.

10. Disclaimers

THE SERVICE IS PROVIDED "AS IS" WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND. WE DISCLAIM ALL WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.

AI-generated content may contain errors, inconsistencies, or unexpected elements. We do not guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or quality of generated content.

Leaderboard metrics and AI model performance statistics are provided for informational purposes only. Past AI model performance does not guarantee future results. We make no warranties regarding the accuracy or completeness of any performance metrics displayed.

Users are responsible for ensuring that any content generated does not infringe intellectual property rights. We do not monitor or pre-screen generated content for copyright compliance. The Service attempts to filter certain requests but cannot guarantee complete effectiveness.

This is a personal project maintained by an individual as a hobby. There is no guarantee of continuous service, availability, or support. The Service may be modified, suspended, or discontinued at any time without notice.

THE SERVICE DOES NOT PROVIDE PROFESSIONAL ADVICE. Any content generated should not be construed as medical, legal, financial, or other professional advice. The Service is for entertainment purposes only. Always consult qualified professionals for advice specific to your situation.

11. Limitation of Liability and Indemnification

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, NARRATOR SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES ARISING FROM YOUR USE OF THE SERVICE.

IN NO EVENT SHALL OUR TOTAL LIABILITY TO YOU EXCEED THE AMOUNT YOU HAVE PAID TO US IN THE TWELVE (12) MONTHS PRIOR TO THE EVENT GIVING RISE TO THE LIABILITY.

We specifically disclaim liability for:

  • Any loss of data, profits, revenue, or business opportunities
  • Service interruptions or unavailability
  • Issues arising from third-party AI providers
  • Content that may infringe intellectual property rights
  • Any actions taken based on AI-generated content

11.1 Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless narrator and its operator from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, and expenses, including reasonable attorney's fees, arising out of or in any way connected with:

  • Your access to or use of the Service
  • Your violation of these Terms
  • Your violation of any third-party rights, including intellectual property rights
  • Any content you generate, request, or use through the Service

12. Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting. Your continued use of the Service constitutes acceptance of the modified Terms.

13. Termination

We may terminate or suspend your account immediately, without prior notice, for any breach of these Terms or for any other reason at our sole discretion.

14. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution

These Terms shall be governed by the laws of California, United States, without regard to its conflict of law provisions.

14.1 Informal Resolution

Before filing any legal action, you agree to try to resolve disputes informally by contacting us. We'll try to resolve disputes informally for thirty (30) days after receiving notice.

14.2 Binding Arbitration

If informal resolution fails, all disputes will be resolved through binding arbitration, except those related to intellectual property rights. The arbitration will be conducted by JAMS under its Streamlined Arbitration Rules.

14.3 Class Action Waiver

You agree to bring claims only in your individual capacity and not as part of any class, collective, or representative action.

14.4 Venue and Jury Trial Waiver

Any legal action that is not subject to arbitration must be filed in the state or federal courts located in Allegheny County, Pennsylvania. Both parties waive any right to a jury trial.

15. Additional Terms

15.1 Export Controls and Sanctions

You may not use the Service if you are located in a country embargoed by the United States, or are on any U.S. government list of prohibited or restricted parties. You must comply with all applicable export and import laws and regulations.

15.2 Force Majeure

We shall not be liable for any failure or delay in performance under these Terms which is due to fire, flood, earthquake, governmental action, war, terrorism, epidemic, pandemic, labor conditions, power failures, Internet disturbances, or any other cause beyond our reasonable control.

15.3 Severability

If any provision of these Terms is held to be unenforceable or invalid, that provision will be modified to the minimum extent necessary, and the remaining provisions will continue in full force and effect.

15.4 Assignment

We may assign or transfer these Terms, in whole or in part, without restriction. You may not assign or transfer any rights or obligations under these Terms without our prior written consent.

15.5 Electronic Communications

By using the Service, you consent to receiving electronic communications from us. You agree that all agreements, notices, disclosures, and other communications satisfy any legal requirement that such communications be in writing.

15.6 Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and narrator regarding the Service and supersede all prior agreements and understandings.

16. Contact Information

For any questions about these Terms, please contact us at:

Email: jetw@andrew.cmu.edu