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Terms of Service
Terms of Service
Last Updated: March 3, 2026
These Terms of Service (“Terms”) govern access to and use of the Readz platform (the “Service”) operated by Star Labs, Ltd., a Delaware corporation (“Star Labs,” “we,” “us,” or “our”).
By executing an Order Form, creating an account, or accessing or using the Service, the customer identified in the applicable Order Form (“Customer,” “you,” or “your”) agrees to be bound by these Terms.
The Order Form, these Terms, and any referenced schedules constitute the “Agreement.”
If you are entering into this Agreement on behalf of an entity, you represent that you have authority to bind that entity.
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1. Definitions
“Administrator” means the individual designated by Customer to administer the Service.
“Commencement Date” means the subscription start date specified in the Order Form.
“Customer Data” means data, content, files, designs, publications, and other materials submitted to or created within the Service by Customer or its Users.
“Initial Term” means the initial subscription term set forth in the Order Form.
“Renewal Term” means each renewal period following the Initial Term.
“Service” means the Readz SaaS platform and related applications, tools, APIs, and features provided by Star Labs.
“Subscription Fees” means the fees specified in the Order Form.
“Term” means the Initial Term together with any Renewal Terms.
“Users” means Customer’s employees, contractors, or agents authorized to access the Service.
2. Subscription Grant
Subject to this Agreement and payment of applicable Subscription Fees, Star Labs grants Customer a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, non-sublicensable right during the Term to access and use the Service for Customer’s internal business purposes.
All rights not expressly granted are reserved by Star Labs.
2.1 Usage Limits
Access is subject to usage limits specified in the Order Form (including Users, storage, projects, or feature tiers). Exceeding limits may result in additional fees or restricted access.
2.2 Service Modifications
Star Labs may update or enhance the Service from time to time. We will not materially reduce core functionality during a paid Term without reasonable notice.
2.3 Support and Additional Services
Star Labs provides standard customer support for the Service through online documentation and email support at support@readz.com
Support services may vary depending on the Customer’s subscription plan.
Additional support services, onboarding, implementation, training, or other professional services may be provided upon request and may be subject to additional fees. The scope, pricing, and terms of such services will be specified in an applicable Order Form or other written agreement referencing this Agreement.
Delivery of such services may require reasonable cooperation from Customer, including the timely provision of content, information, and other materials necessary for Star Labs to perform the services.
3. Acceptable Use and Restrictions
Customer shall not:
• Resell, sublicense, lease, or commercially exploit the Service
• Reverse engineer, decompile, or attempt to extract source code
• Circumvent security controls
• Conduct load testing or penetration testing without written consent
• Access data belonging to other customers
• Use the Service for unlawful purposes
Star Labs may suspend access for violations of this Section.
4. Customer Responsibilities
4.1 Account Security
Customer is responsible for all activity under its accounts and must notify Star Labs of unauthorized access.
4.2 Customer Data
Customer retains all rights in Customer Data. Star Labs does not claim ownership.
Customer represents that it has all necessary rights to use and upload Customer Data.
Customer is responsible for maintaining backups. The Service is not intended as a long-term archival system.
4.3 Compliance
Each party agrees to comply with applicable privacy and data protection laws.
5. Intellectual Property
Star Labs retains all rights, title, and interest in:
• The Service
• Software and code
• Documentation
• Trademarks
• Improvements and derivative works
This Agreement does not transfer ownership.
6. Fees and Payment
6.1 Subscription Fees
Customer shall pay all Subscription Fees specified in the Order Form.
Unless otherwise stated:
• Fees are billed in advance.
• Fees are non-cancelable and non-refundable except as expressly provided.
• Commitments apply for the full Term.
Star Labs may adjust pricing for Renewal Terms with at least thirty (30) days’ prior notice.
6.2 Payment Methods
(a) Credit Card or Electronic Payment (Standard Plans)
For subscriptions paid electronically:
• Customer authorizes recurring charges at the start of each Term.
• Customer must maintain valid payment information.
• Failed payments may result in suspension.
Credit card payment is the default method for subscriptions below invoice eligibility thresholds.
(b) Invoice-Based Payment (Annual Plans Only)
Invoice billing is available only for approved annual subscription plans with a minimum contract value of $1,500 per year, or such other minimum as specified in the Order Form.
For approved invoice plans:
• Fees are invoiced at the beginning of each Term.
• Invoices are due within thirty (30) days unless otherwise specified.
• Overdue amounts may result in suspension.
(c) Purchase Orders (Enterprise Plans)
Purchase orders (“POs”) may be accepted for approved enterprise annual plans.
POs are for administrative purposes only.
No additional or inconsistent PO terms modify this Agreement unless expressly agreed in writing by Star Labs.
In case of conflict, this Agreement controls.
6.3 Taxes
Fees exclude applicable taxes. Customer is responsible for all taxes except those based on Star Labs’ net income.
6.4 Late Payments
Overdue amounts may accrue interest at the lesser of:
• 1.5% per month, or
• The maximum permitted by law.
6.5 Suspension for Non-Payment
Star Labs may suspend access if undisputed amounts remain unpaid thirty (30) days after notice.
7. Term and Renewal
7.1 Term
The Agreement begins on the earlier of:
(i) the Commencement Date specified in an applicable Order Form, or
(ii) the date Customer first activates or purchases a subscription through the Readz website.
Unless otherwise specified in an applicable Order Form, the Initial Term is twelve (12) months. Subscription Fees may be billed monthly or annually as specified in the Order Form or during the signup process; however, billing frequency does not alter the duration of the Initial Term.
7.2 Automatic Renewal
Unless otherwise specified in an applicable Order Form, the subscription automatically renews for successive Renewal Terms equal to the Initial Term unless either party provides written notice of non-renewal at least thirty (30) days prior to the end of the then-current Term.
7.3 Termination for Cause
Either party may terminate this Agreement if the other party materially breaches this Agreement and fails to cure such breach within thirty (30) days after receiving written notice.
7.4 Effect of Termination
Upon termination or expiration of this Agreement:
- Customer’s access to the Service and the Readz design studio will cease.
- Star Labs will retain Customer Data for up to thirty (30) days following termination, after which such data will be permanently deleted from the Service.
- Previously published public content may remain temporarily accessible through existing URLs unless removed or disabled by Star Labs.
8. Confidentiality
Each party agrees to protect Confidential Information with reasonable care and use it only to perform under this Agreement.
Confidentiality obligations survive termination.
9. Warranties and Disclaimer
Star Labs warrants that the Service will be provided in a professional manner consistent with industry standards.
EXCEPT AS EXPRESSLY STATED, THE SERVICE IS PROVIDED “AS IS” WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND.
10. Indemnification
10.1 By Star Labs
Star Labs will defend Customer against claims that authorized use of the Service infringes third-party intellectual property rights.
10.2 By Customer
Customer will defend Star Labs against claims arising from Customer Data or violation of this Agreement.
11. Limitation of Liability
EXCEPT FOR PAYMENT OBLIGATIONS AND INDEMNIFICATION:
• Neither party is liable for indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages.
• Each party’s aggregate liability shall not exceed the fees paid in the twelve (12) months preceding the claim.
12. Force Majeure
Neither party is liable for delays due to events beyond reasonable control.
13. Governing Law
This Agreement is governed by the laws of the State of California.
The parties consent to exclusive jurisdiction in Los Angeles County, California.
14. General Provisions
• No assignment without written consent, except in connection with merger or acquisition.
• If a provision is unenforceable, the remainder remains valid.
• No waiver unless in writing.
• This Agreement supersedes all prior agreements.
• Purchase order terms are rejected unless expressly accepted in writing.
• There are no third-party beneficiaries to this Agreement.