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By accessing or using the Philosophy & Ethics Library (the “Library”), you accept these Terms of Use. If you do not agree, please do not use the site. Continued use after any changes constitutes acceptance of the updated terms.

Lawful Personal Use

The Library is offered for lawful, personal, non-commercial purposes. You may browse, read, and download ebooks for your own private study, research, or enjoyment. Any commercial use, republication, or redistribution of the content without prior written permission is prohibited.

Prohibited Misuse

You must not use the Library in any way that violates applicable law or infringes the rights of others. Prohibited conduct includes, but is not limited to: uploading or transmitting viruses or malicious code; attempting to circumvent security measures; using the site for any fraudulent or deceptive activity; and harassing, threatening, or abusing other users or Library staff.

Automated Extraction and Interference

Automated tools, such as scrapers, crawlers, or bots, are not permitted to extract or reproduce content from the Library without express written authorization. You must not interfere with the proper functioning of the site, including by imposing an unreasonable load on its infrastructure.

Bibliographic and Transcription Limitations

The Library provides digital transcriptions and editorial notes for works of literature and philosophy. Every effort is made to ensure accuracy, but transcriptions may contain errors, omissions, or inconsistencies introduced during digitization. Bibliographic data is provided as a guide and may not reflect the most current scholarship. The Library does not guarantee that any transcription is a perfect reproduction of the original text.

Jurisdiction-Dependent Copyright and Public-Domain Status

Works in the Library are believed to be in the public domain in many jurisdictions, but copyright laws vary by country. It is your responsibility to verify the legal status of any work before downloading, distributing, or using it in your jurisdiction. Some works may still be under copyright in certain countries. The Library does not represent that every ebook is free of copyright restrictions worldwide.

User Responsibility

You are solely responsible for your use of the Library and for compliance with all applicable laws. You must not rely on the Library’s content as a substitute for professional advice, legal or otherwise. If you believe any material infringes your copyright or other rights, please contact the editor at the address provided on the site.

Third-Party Links

The Library may contain links to external websites or resources. These are provided for convenience only and do not imply endorsement. The Library has no control over, and assumes no responsibility for, the content, privacy practices, or availability of such external sites.

Technical Availability

The Library is provided on an “as available” basis. We strive to maintain reliable access but do not guarantee uninterrupted or error-free operation. The site may be temporarily unavailable for maintenance, updates, or due to factors beyond our control. We reserve the right to modify or discontinue any part of the service without notice.

Editorial Notes and Presentation

Editorial content, including introductions, reading companions, and commentary, represents the views of the editor and is provided for educational and informational purposes. These notes are not peer-reviewed academic publications and should be considered as one perspective among many. The Library may update or revise editorial content at any time.

Rights-Holder Notices

If you are a rights-holder and believe that any material on the Library infringes your copyright, please contact the editor with a detailed notice. We will respond promptly and take appropriate action, which may include removing the material. The Library respects intellectual property rights and expects users to do the same.

Reasonable Warranty Disclaimer

THE LIBRARY AND ITS CONTENT ARE PROVIDED “AS IS” WITHOUT ANY WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, OR NON-INFRINGEMENT. NO WARRANTY IS MADE REGARDING THE ACCURACY, COMPLETENESS, OR RELIABILITY OF THE CONTENT. SOME JURISDICTIONS DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES, SO THE ABOVE EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.

Proportionate Liability Limitation

TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, THE LIBRARY AND ITS EDITOR SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES ARISING FROM YOUR USE OF THE SITE, EVEN IF ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. IN NO EVENT SHALL TOTAL LIABILITY EXCEED THE AMOUNT PAID BY YOU, IF ANY, FOR ACCESSING THE LIBRARY.

Suspension of Abusive Access

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate access to the Library for any user who violates these Terms, engages in abusive behavior, or whose actions may harm the site or other users. Such actions may be taken without prior notice.

Service Changes

The Library may change, add, or remove features at any time. We may also update these Terms of Use. Continued use after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the revised terms. It is your responsibility to review the Terms periodically.

Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable or invalid, that provision shall be limited or eliminated to the minimum extent necessary, and the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.

For questions or concerns, please contact the editor at [email protected].