Terms of Service

These Terms of Service (“Terms”) govern your access to and use of the Smutes website and services (the “Service”). By accessing or using Smutes, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree with any part of these Terms, please do not use our Service.

1. Service Description

Smutes is an independent digital publishing platform providing access to a curated collection of romance fiction, including stories with mature themes. We publish written fiction across various romance subgenres. We comply with Estonian legislation and the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

2. Mature Content Notice

Smutes publishes romance fiction that may include mature themes intended for adult readers. All content on Smutes consists of written fiction created by authors. Content may include romantic themes, mature language, and subject matter intended for readers aged 18 and older. All characters in romantic situations are fictional and portrayed as adults. Our platform does not contain photographs, videos, or visual depictions of real individuals.

3. Eligibility

You may use Smutes only if you are 18 years of age or older. By using our Service, you represent and warrant that you are at least 18 years old and have the legal capacity to enter into these Terms. We do not knowingly allow access to users under 18. If we become aware that a user is under 18, their account will be terminated.

4. Prohibited Content

The following content is strictly prohibited on Smutes:

• Content that is defamatory, obscene, or illegal
• Content depicting minors in any sexual or romantic context
• Content promoting illegal activities or violence
• Content depicting non-consensual scenarios presented approvingly
• Content that violates any applicable laws
• Content that infringes on intellectual property rights

All content is clearly labeled as fiction. Any resemblance to real persons, living or dead, is purely coincidental.

5. Intellectual Property Rights

• Content Ownership: All books, stories, and content on Smutes are owned by their respective authors or Smutes. You may not reproduce, distribute, or transmit any content without proper authorization.
• Platform: The Smutes platform, including design, layout, and functionality, is owned by Smutes and protected by copyright and other intellectual property laws.
• Limited License: We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, revocable license to access and read content on Smutes for personal, non-commercial purposes only.

6. User Content and Feedback

Any feedback, suggestions, or ideas you provide to us regarding Smutes may be used by us without any obligation to compensate you. You retain ownership of any content you submit, but grant us a license to use it in connection with our Service.

7. Acceptable Use Policy

You agree not to use Smutes for:

• Sharing your account credentials with others
• Circumventing age verification or access controls
• Downloading, copying, or redistributing content
• Uploading or distributing illegal, harmful, or harassing content
• Violating copyright or intellectual property rights
• Attempting to gain unauthorized access to our systems
• Engaging in commercial activities without authorization
• Using automated systems to access the Service
• Violating any applicable laws or regulations

8. User Accounts

If you create an account on Smutes, you are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your login information. You agree to accept responsibility for all activities that occur under your account. You must notify us immediately of any unauthorized use of your account. Accounts are for individual use only and may not be shared.

9. Disclaimers

Smutes is provided “as is” without warranties of any kind. We do not warrant that:

• The Service will be uninterrupted, timely, or error-free
• The Service will meet your specific requirements
• Any defects in the Service will be corrected
• The Service is free from viruses or malicious code

All content is fictional and for entertainment purposes only. Smutes does not endorse or encourage any activities depicted in our fiction content.

10. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, Smutes shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, including loss of data, revenue, or profits, arising from your use or inability to use the Service, even if we have been advised of the possibility of such damages.

11. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Smutes and its officers, directors, employees, and agents from any claims, damages, losses, or expenses arising from your violation of these Terms, misuse of the Service, or misrepresentation of your age or eligibility.

12. Termination

We may terminate or suspend your account if you violate these Terms, engage in fraudulent activity, or provide false age information. We will make reasonable efforts to notify you of termination when possible. Upon termination, your license to access content ends. You may also delete your account at any time through your account settings.

13. Changes to These Terms

We may modify these Terms at any time. Changes become effective immediately upon posting to the website. For material changes, we will provide notice via email or prominent website notification. Your continued use of Smutes following the posting of revised Terms means that you accept and agree to the changes.

14. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Estonia, without regard to its conflict of law provisions. Any legal action or proceeding related to your use of Smutes will be exclusively brought in the courts of Estonia.

15. Contact Information

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