Privacy Policy and Terms of Service

Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy explains our online and software information practices. It may be changed or updated from time to time. By visiting this website and/or using our software, you accept the practices described in this Policy.

Cookies

We use cookies for one thing only: keeping you logged in or keep items in your cart. That's it. No tracking, no ads, no creepy stuff. The cookies we use are simple and contain no personally identifying info. We do not use third-party cookies.

We Don’t Sell Your Contact Information

While using this site, you may choose to submit personal information through email or online forms. We will use this information to process your requests — but we will not intentionally sell, share, or distribute your personal information to third parties, except as required by law or university policy.

Nutshell

We believe that the best way to keep your information safe is to simply not possess it in the first place. If you create an account or make a purchase, we collect and store only the minimum amount of information necessary to make our site work for you, and no more.

Last updated: June 17, 2025

California Digital Goods Disclosure

For California residents: In accordance with California law (AB 2426), we want to be clear about what you're purchasing when you buy ebooks from us:

  • You are purchasing a license: When you "buy" or "purchase" an ebook, you are obtaining a license to access and use the digital content, not an unrestricted ownership interest.
  • Access may be revoked: Your access to purchased ebooks may be revoked if we lose the rights to distribute that content or under other circumstances outlined in our Terms of Service.
  • License restrictions apply: Your use of ebooks is subject to the license terms and conditions specified at the time of purchase and in our Terms of Service.

For complete details about your rights and restrictions regarding digital content purchases, please review our Terms of Service below, particularly Section 3: Digital Content License.

This disclosure is provided in compliance with California law to ensure transparency about the nature of digital goods transactions.

Terms of Service

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing, browsing, or using E4Books, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service and our Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, you must not use our services.

2. Account Registration

To access our digital library, you must:

  • Be at least 13 years of age (or the minimum age in your jurisdiction)
  • Provide accurate, current, and complete registration information
  • Maintain the security and confidentiality of your account credentials
  • Accept responsibility for all activities under your account
  • Notify us immediately via our support form of any unauthorized use

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate accounts that violate these terms.

3. Digital Content License

When you purchase or access content through E4Books:

  • You receive a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to access the content
  • Content is licensed for personal, non-commercial educational use only
  • You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, or create derivative works without written permission
  • Publishers may impose additional restrictions on specific content

4. Intellectual Property

All content available through E4Books is protected by copyright and other intellectual property laws. Unauthorized use may result in civil and criminal penalties.

5. Prohibited Uses

You agree not to:

  • Share, sell, or transfer your account or login credentials
  • Use automated systems (bots, scrapers, etc.) to access content
  • Attempt to bypass, disable, or circumvent security measures or DRM
  • Upload or transmit viruses, malware, or harmful code
  • Use the service for any illegal or unauthorized purpose
  • Systematically download content for redistribution
  • Interfere with or disrupt the service or servers

6. Payment Terms

  • All prices are in USD unless otherwise specified
  • All payments are processed securely through Stripe, Inc.
  • By providing payment information, you authorize us to charge your selected payment method
  • We do not store your credit card information on our servers
  • Prices may change at any time, but changes won't affect completed purchases
  • You are responsible for all applicable taxes

7. Refund Policy

Digital content purchases are generally final. Refunds may be granted within 30 days of purchase if:

  • Content is defective or significantly not as described
  • Technical issues prevent access despite reasonable troubleshooting

Refund requests must be submitted via our support form with order details. Refunds are processed through the original payment method and may take 5-10 business days to appear on your statement, depending on your bank or card issuer.

8. DMCA Compliance

We respect intellectual property rights. To report copyright infringement, submit a DMCA notice via our support form including:

  • 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
  • Your physical or electronic signature

9. Privacy

Your use of our services is also governed by our Privacy Policy.

10. Disclaimers and Limitation of Liability

The service is provided "as is" without warranties of any kind. To the maximum extent permitted by law, E4Books shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, or any loss of profits or revenues.

In no event shall our total liability exceed the amount you paid for the specific content giving rise to the claim.

We are not responsible for any fees charged by your bank, credit card issuer, or other financial institution.

11. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless E4Books, its affiliates, and their respective officers, directors, employees, and agents from any claims arising from your breach of these terms or violation of any law.

12. Modifications to Service and Terms

We reserve the right to:

  • Modify or discontinue any part of the service with 30 days notice
  • Update these terms at any time

Material changes will be notified via email or service announcement. Continued use after changes constitutes acceptance.

13. Termination

Either party may terminate this agreement at any time. Upon termination:

  • Your access to purchased content may be revoked
  • No refunds will be provided for unused portions
  • Sections that by their nature should survive will remain in effect

14. General Provisions

  • Entire Agreement: These terms constitute the entire agreement between you and E4Books
  • Severability: If any provision is found unenforceable, the remaining provisions will continue in effect
  • No Waiver: Our failure to enforce any right or provision is not a waiver
  • Assignment: You may not assign these terms without our written consent

Last updated: June 17, 2025