Terms of Service
Last updated: 1 July 2025
Please read these Terms of Service carefully before using Quillorum. These terms constitute a legally binding agreement between you and Quillorum Ltd.
1. Acceptance of Terms
By accessing or using Quillorum ("the Platform"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service. If you do not agree to all terms, you may not access or use the Platform. These Terms apply to all visitors, authors, publishers, and readers who access the service.
2. Description of Service
Quillorum provides a private, secure environment for authors and publishers to share manuscript drafts with selected readers for the purpose of obtaining feedback, editorial review, and advance reader copy (ARC) opinions. Readers access the Platform by invitation only.
3. User Accounts
You must create an account to use the Platform. You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your login credentials and for all activity under your account. You agree to provide accurate information and to update it as necessary. We reserve the right to suspend or terminate accounts that violate these Terms.
4. Author Responsibilities
Authors and publishers uploading content to the Platform confirm they hold all necessary rights, licences, and permissions to share that content. You may not upload content that infringes third-party intellectual property rights, is defamatory, or violates applicable laws. Quillorum takes no ownership of your manuscripts or related materials.
5. Reader Responsibilities
Readers granted access to a manuscript agree to treat that content as strictly confidential. Readers may not reproduce, distribute, publish, or share any portion of a manuscript outside the Platform without the explicit written consent of the author. Violation of this clause constitutes a material breach of these Terms and may result in legal action.
6. Non-Disclosure Agreements
The Platform facilitates NDA execution between authors and readers. Signed NDAs are legally binding agreements between the author and reader. Quillorum acts solely as a technical intermediary and is not a party to any NDA signed through the Platform. We store signed NDAs on your behalf and provide copies upon request.
7. Subscriptions and Billing
Access to full Platform features requires a paid subscription. Subscription fees are charged at the start of each billing cycle. You may cancel at any time from your account settings; cancellation takes effect at the end of the current billing period. Refunds are issued at our discretion. Prices are subject to change with 30 days' notice.
8. Intellectual Property
Quillorum and its original content, features, and functionality are owned by Quillorum Ltd and are protected by applicable intellectual property laws. You may not copy, modify, distribute, or create derivative works based on the Platform or its technology without prior written consent.
9. Privacy
Our Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information. By using the Platform you agree to our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated into these Terms by reference.
10. Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, Quillorum shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising from your use of the Platform. Our total liability to you for any claim shall not exceed the amount you paid to us in the three months preceding the claim.
11. Governing Law
These Terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of England and Wales. Any disputes shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of England and Wales.
12. Changes to Terms
We may update these Terms from time to time. We will notify you of material changes by email or by posting a notice on the Platform at least 14 days before they take effect. Continued use of the Platform after changes constitutes acceptance.
If you have questions about these Terms, please contact us.