These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your use of the Elyn mobile application and related services. By using our service, you agree to be bound by these Terms.
1. Acceptance of Terms
By downloading, installing, or using the Elyn app, 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 to these Terms, you may not use our service.
2. Description of Service
Elyn is a social video platform that allows users to:
- Create, upload, and share video content
- Discover and view videos from other users
- Communicate with other users through messaging
- Create and manage user profiles
- Organize content with tags and categories
- Block or report inappropriate content or users
3. User Accounts
3.1 Account Creation
To use our service, you must create an account. You are responsible for:
- Providing accurate and complete information
- Maintaining the security of your account credentials
- All activities that occur under your account
- Notifying us immediately of any unauthorized use
3.2 Account Requirements
- You must be at least 13 years old to create an account
- You may only create one account per person
- You must provide a valid email address
- You are responsible for keeping your account information up to date
4. User Content and Conduct
4.1 Content Ownership
You retain ownership of the content you create and share on Elyn. By posting content, you grant us a limited license to display, distribute, and promote your content within our service.
4.2 Prohibited Content
You may not post, share, or create content that:
- Violates any applicable laws or regulations
- Infringes on intellectual property rights of others
- Contains hate speech, harassment, or threats
- Is sexually explicit or inappropriate for minors
- Promotes violence, self-harm, or dangerous activities
- Contains false or misleading information
- Spam, advertising, or commercial content without permission
4.3 User Conduct
You agree to:
- Use the service in compliance with all applicable laws
- Respect other users and their content
- Not attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems
- Not interfere with the proper functioning of the service
- Report inappropriate content or behavior
5. Privacy and Data Protection
Your privacy is important to us. Our collection and use of your information is governed by our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated into these Terms by reference. By using our service, you consent to the collection and use of your information as described in our Privacy Policy.
6. Intellectual Property Rights
6.1 Our Rights
Elyn and its original content, features, and functionality are owned by us and are protected by international copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.
6.2 Your Rights
You retain ownership of your content. However, by posting content on our platform, you grant us a non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use, display, and distribute your content in connection with our service.
7. Service Availability
We strive to provide reliable service, but we cannot guarantee that our service will be available at all times. We may experience downtime for maintenance, updates, or technical issues. We reserve the right to modify or discontinue our service at any time.
8. User Safety and Moderation
8.1 Content Moderation
We reserve the right to review, moderate, and remove content that violates these Terms or our Community Guidelines. We may also suspend or terminate accounts that repeatedly violate our policies.
8.2 Reporting
Users can report inappropriate content or behavior through our reporting system. We will investigate reports and take appropriate action.
8.3 Blocking and Privacy Controls
Users have the ability to block other users and control the visibility of their content. We encourage users to use these tools to maintain a positive experience.
9. Termination
9.1 Termination by You
You may terminate your account at any time through the app settings or by contacting us directly.
9.2 Termination by Us
We may suspend or terminate your account if you violate these Terms or engage in harmful behavior. We will provide notice when reasonably possible.
9.3 Effect of Termination
Upon termination, your right to use the service will cease immediately. We may delete your account and associated data, though some information may be retained as required by law.
10. Disclaimers and Limitations of Liability
Disclaimer: Our service is provided "as is" without warranties of any kind. We disclaim all warranties, express or implied, including but not limited to warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, and non-infringement.
To the maximum extent permitted by law, we shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, including but not limited to loss of profits, data, or use, arising out of or relating to your use of our service.
11. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Elyn and its officers, directors, employees, and agents from any claims, damages, losses, or expenses (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising out of or relating to your use of the service or violation of these Terms.
12. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution
These Terms are governed by the laws of the United States. Any disputes arising from these Terms or your use of our service will be resolved through binding arbitration in accordance with the rules of the American Arbitration Association.
13. Changes to Terms
We may update these Terms from time to time. We will notify users of material changes through the app or by email. Your continued use of the service after changes become effective constitutes acceptance of the new Terms.
14. Severability
If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable or invalid, the remaining provisions will remain in full force and effect.
15. Contact Information
If you have any questions about these Terms of Service, please contact us at:
- Email: support@elyn.com
- Through the app's support section
Effective Date: These Terms of Service are effective as of September 1, 2025, and were last updated on September 1, 2025.