KIKIBUN TERMS OF USE

1. Introduction

Welcome to Kikibun (“Service”), an educational platform operated by an individual (“we,” “us,” or “our”) who is not a registered company or legal entity. Kikibun provides English language learning tools including dictation, readings, grammar exercises, and dictionary features.

By accessing or using the Service, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Use (“Terms”). If you do not agree with any part of these Terms, you must not use the Service.

2. Eligibility

You may only use Kikibun if:

• You are at least the age of majority in your jurisdiction;
• You have the legal capacity and authority to enter into these Terms.

By using Kikibun, you represent and warrant that you meet all the eligibility criteria stated above.

3. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using Kikibun, you confirm that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms and all applicable laws. If you do not agree, you should immediately stop using the Service.

4. Modifications to the Terms

We reserve the right, in our sole discretion, to change, modify, or update these Terms at any time. When we do, we will post the updated Terms on our website or within the Service and update the “Last Updated” date at the top of this page. Your continued use of Kikibun after any such changes constitute your acceptance of the revised Terms.

5. Description of the Service

5.1. General Functionality

Kikibun provides English language learning tools including dictation, readings, grammar exercises, and dictionary features.

5.2. Audio Content

Audio content may be generated using artificial intelligence models, including open-source models such as Kokoro, as well as commercial AI providers like Google and Amazon.

5.3. Updates and Improvements

We may, at our discretion and without obligation, update, improve, or change the functionality of Kikibun. We do not guarantee that any specific feature or part of the Service will always be available.

6. User Conduct

When using Kikibun, you agree NOT to:

• Violate any applicable laws, regulations, or these Terms.
• Use the Service for any unlawful, harmful, threatening, abusive, harassing, defamatory, or otherwise objectionable purpose.
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to, interfere with, or disrupt any servers or networks connected to Kikibun.
• Transmit viruses, malware, or other malicious code that could harm Kikibun, other users, or third parties.
• Collect or harvest any personal data about other users.
• Use Kikibun texts and audio content to share that infringes on any intellectual property or privacy rights of a third party.

7. Privacy

Your use of Kikibun is also subject to our Privacy Policy, which describes how we collect, use, and protect your personal information. By using Kikibun, you consent to all actions taken by us concerning your information in compliance with our Privacy Policy.

8. Intellectual Property

Ownership.

Kikibun and its licensors own all rights, title, and interest in and to Kikibun, including any underlying software, technology, and content. Kikibun is operated by an individual and is not a registered company or legal entity.

User Content License.

If you submit, upload, or otherwise provide any content (“User Content”) to Kikibun, you grant Kikibun a non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free, sublicensable, and transferable license to use that content as described below. If you only use the Service without submitting any content, this license does not apply.

Trademarks.

All trademarks, service marks, logos, trade names, and other proprietary designations related to Kikibun are owned or claimed by the individual operator of Kikibun. The use of the ™ symbol indicates that these marks are claimed as trademarks by the operator but are not registered with any governmental trademark office. The copyright symbol © is used to indicate ownership of the original content and materials on this site. Copyright protection arises automatically upon creation and does not require formal registration.

9. Disclaimers

No Warranty.

The Service is provided on an “as is” and “as available” basis. To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, we disclaim all warranties of any kind, whether express or implied, including but not limited to implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, and non-infringement.

Accuracy of Information.

We do not guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or timeliness of any information or data provided by Kikibun. Any reliance on such information is at your own risk.

No Professional Advice.

Kikibun is an educational platform designed to assist with learning English through various exercises and materials. However, it does not guarantee any specific learning outcomes or proficiency. Kikibun is not a substitute for professional language instruction or personalized tutoring. Users should not rely solely on this platform for their language education and are encouraged to seek additional resources or professional guidance as needed.

10. Limitation of Liability

Kikibun, operated by an individual, shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, including but not limited to loss of profits, data, use, or goodwill, arising from or related to your use of Kikibun.

11. Indemnification

You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless the operator of Kikibun from and against all claims, damages, liabilities, losses, costs, and expenses (including reasonable attorneys’ fees) arising out of or in any way connected with:

• Your use of Kikibun;
• Your breach or alleged breach of these Terms;
• Your violation of any law or the rights of a third party.

12. Third-Party Services

Kikibun may integrate, incorporate, or otherwise link to third-party services or content. We do not endorse or assume responsibility for such third-party services. Your interactions with these third-party services are governed by their own terms and policies.

13. Term and Termination

Term.

These Terms remain in effect as long as you use Kikibun.

Termination by You.

You may stop using Kikibun at any time.

Termination by Us.

We may suspend or terminate your access to Kikibun at any time for any reason, including but not limited to violation of these Terms.

Effect of Termination.

Upon termination, your rights to use Kikibun will immediately cease, and you must discontinue all use of the Service.

14. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution

These Terms and your use of Kikibun shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the jurisdiction where the operator of Kikibun resides, without regard to its conflict of law provisions. Any disputes arising out of or in connection with these Terms shall be resolved exclusively in the courts located in that jurisdiction, unless otherwise required by applicable law.

15. Changes to the Service

We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue Kikibun (in whole or in part) at any time, with or without notice to you. We will not be liable to you or any third party for any such modifications, suspension, or discontinuation.

16. General

Severability.

If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions will continue in full force and effect.

No Waiver.

Any failure by us to enforce any right or provision under these Terms does not constitute a waiver of future enforcement of that right or provision.

Entire Agreement.

These Terms, along with any other agreements referenced herein (including our Privacy Policy), constitute the entire agreement between you and the operator of Kikibun regarding your use of Kikibun.

Assignment.

You may not assign or transfer these Terms or any rights or obligations herein without our prior written consent. We may freely assign or transfer these Terms.