Who we are

Our website address is: https://successful-publishing.com.

Comments

When visitors leave comments on the site we collect the data shown in the comments form, and also the visitor’s IP address and browser user agent string to help spam detection.

An anonymized string created from your email address (also called a hash) may be provided to the Gravatar service to see if you are using it. The Gravatar service privacy policy is available here: https://automattic.com/privacy/. After approval of your comment, your profile picture is visible to the public in the context of your comment.

Media

If you upload images to the website, you should avoid uploading images with embedded location data (EXIF GPS) included. Visitors to the website can download and extract any location data from images on the website.

Cookies

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If you visit our login page, we will set a temporary cookie to determine if your browser accepts cookies. This cookie contains no personal data and is discarded when you close your browser.

When you log in, we will also set up several cookies to save your login information and your screen display choices. Login cookies last for two days, and screen options cookies last for a year. If you select “Remember Me”, your login will persist for two weeks. If you log out of your account, the login cookies will be removed.

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Embedded content from other websites

Articles on this site may include embedded content (e.g. videos, images, articles, etc.). Embedded content from other websites behaves in the exact same way as if the visitor has visited the other website.

These websites may collect data about you, use cookies, embed additional third-party tracking, and monitor your interaction with that embedded content, including tracking your interaction with the embedded content if you have an account and are logged in to that website.

Who we share your data with

f you request a password reset, your IP address will be included in the reset email.

How long we retain your data

If you leave a comment, the comment and its metadata are retained indefinitely. This is so we can recognize and approve any follow-up comments automatically instead of holding them in a moderation queue.

For users that register on our website (if any), we also store the personal information they provide in their user profile. All users can see, edit, or delete their personal information at any time (except they cannot change their username). Website administrators can also see and edit that information.

What rights you have over your data

If you have an account on this site, or have left comments, you can request to receive an exported file of the personal data we hold about you, including any data you have provided to us. You can also request that we erase any personal data we hold about you. This does not include any data we are obliged to keep for administrative, legal, or security purposes.

Where your data is sent

Visitor comments may be checked through an automated spam detection service.

Terms of Service

Welcome to successful-publishing.com

These Terms of Service (“Terms”), which we may update from time to time, govern your use of our services at successful-publishing.com (the “Site”) and constitute a binding agreement (“Agreement”) between you (“User”) and successful-publishing.com.

By accessing or using the services available through our Site, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree to all the terms and conditions, you must not use our services.

1. About successful-publishing.com

successful-publishing.com provides a platform for authors and publishers (“Author” or “Store”) to sell and distribute ebooks directly to consumers (“End Users”). We act as a marketplace and not as a publisher, and thus do not assume any of the legal rights or responsibilities that publishers might hold.

2. Account Registration and Requirements

To access certain features of the Site, you must register for an account. By registering, you agree to provide accurate, current, and complete information and to update such information to keep it accurate, current, and complete.

3. Content Rights and Responsibilities

  • Uploading Content: When you upload content to Successful-publishing.com, you represent and warrant that you hold all necessary rights to distribute the content and that it does not infringe on any third-party rights, including copyright, privacy, or publicity rights.
  • Royalties and Payments: Successful-publishing.com will distribute royalties from the sale of ebooks as agreed upon in the publisher or author agreement. We reserve the right to handle financial transactions and to withhold payment in cases of suspected fraud or breach of these Terms.
  • Age Restriction: Users must be 18 years or older to access the Site and engage in any transactions due to the adult content.
  • DMCA Compliance: In compliance with the Digital Millennium Copyright Act, we provide a process for the submission of complaints regarding content posted on our website.

4. Prohibited Conduct

You agree not to engage in unacceptable use of the Site, which includes, without limitation, unauthorized access to or alteration of data, interference with our system’s integrity, and the use of the Site to send spam or other unsolicited communications.

5. Privacy and Data Protection

Our Privacy Policy, incorporated by reference into these Terms, explains how we handle the personal data you provide to us on the Site. By using the Service, you agree to the collection and use of this information.

6. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Successful-publishing.com, its directors, employees, and agents, from and against any claims, losses, damages, liabilities, including legal fees and expenses, arising out of your use of the Site, your breach of these Terms, or your violation of the rights of any third party.

7. Disclaimers and Limitations of Liability

Successful-publishing.com provides the Site and services “as is” and without any warranty or condition, express, implied, or statutory. We specifically disclaim any implied warranties of title, merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose and non-infringement. We assume no liability or responsibility for any errors or omissions in the content of the Site, any failures, delays, or interruptions in the delivery of any content contained on the Site, any losses or damages arising from the use of the content provided on the Site, or any conduct by users of the Site.

8. Dispute Resolution

Any disputes arising under or in connection with these Terms shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the state and federal courts of Hamilton County, Ohio.

9. Termination

Successful-publishing.com may terminate your access to all or any part of the Site at any time, with or without cause, with or without notice, effective immediately.

10. Intellectual Property

  • Rights: All rights in the Site and its content, unless otherwise specified, are owned by Successful-publishing.com or its licensors(eg. “Author” or “Store”. Users may not use, copy, modify, or distribute any intellectual property from the Site without prior written permission from the owner.
  • Infringement Claims: If you believe that your intellectual property rights have been violated, please notify us through our DMCA compliance process. We respond promptly to these notices and reserve the right to take appropriate action, including removing the offending content from the Site.

11. Modification of Terms

Successful-publishing.com reserves the right, at our discretion, to modify these Terms at any time. Such modifications will be effective immediately upon posting. We will notify you of any changes by updating the “Last Updated” date of these Terms and you waive any right to receive specific notice of each such change. Please ensure that you check the applicable Terms every time you use our Site so you understand which Terms apply.

12. Governing Law

These Terms and your use of the Site are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Ohio, United States, without regard to its conflict of law principles.

13. Severability

If any provision or part of a provision of these Terms is unlawful, void, or unenforceable, that provision or part of the provision is deemed severable from these Terms and does not affect the validity and enforceability of any remaining provisions.

14. No Waiver

Our failure to exercise or enforce any right or provision of these Terms will not constitute a waiver of such right or provision. Any waiver of any provision of these Terms will be effective only if in writing and signed by a duly authorized representative of Successful-publishing.com.

15. Customer Support

Successful-publishing.com provides customer support services without warranty of any kind. The availability and functionality of these services may vary, and they are subject to withdrawal or change without notice.

16. Contact Information

If you have any questions about these Terms or the Services, please contact us at our Contact Form.

Prohibited Content Policy

At Successful-publishing.com, we are committed to maintaining a safe and lawful environment for our users and content providers. To ensure compliance with legal standards and our ethical guidelines, we strictly prohibit certain types of content on our platform. Below are the categories of content that are not permitted:

1. Erotica – Forbidden

2. Romance – Allowed with scrutiny

          There must never be any sort of sexual context on the cover design, tags, keywords, or description. All covers must be PG-10 at the most.

  • Misclassification: Misclassifying books to avoid enforcement of our content policies, such as listing erotic content under non-erotic categories, is grounds for immediate termination of the user’s account.

Compliance and Enforcement

  • We take these prohibitions seriously and will actively monitor submissions for compliance. Violations of these policies may result in a range of actions, including but not limited to the removal of content, suspension of account privileges, or termination of accounts.
  • Authors, publishers, and users are encouraged to report any content that they believe violates these guidelines. Successful-publishing.com will review all such reports promptly and take appropriate action.

By using our service, you agree to adhere to this Prohibited Content Policy and ensure that all content uploaded or distributed through our platform complies with these guidelines as well as all applicable laws and regulations.

Artificial Intelligence

  • Use of AI: While Successful-publishing.com allows the submission of content generated through Artificial Intelligence (AI), it must meet our high-quality standards. All AI-generated stories must undergo thorough human review before submission to ensure they adhere to our content guidelines and maintain a high level of craftsmanship and authenticity.
  • Requirement for Human Review: AI-generated content must not be submitted without significant human oversight and revision. The content must reflect a level of depth and complexity consistent with manually written narratives.
  • Consequences of Non-Compliance: If it is discovered that an AI-generated story has been submitted without proper human review, we will terminate the responsible account immediately. This policy is in place to maintain the integrity and quality of content on our platform.

AI-Generated Images Policy

  • Use of AI-Generated Images: Successful-publishing.com permits the use of images created through Artificial Intelligence (AI) technologies, provided they are of high quality and suitable for commercial use.
  • Licensing Requirements: All AI-generated images must be accompanied by appropriate commercial licenses to ensure they can be legally used on our platform. This includes ensuring that the images do not infringe on any copyrights or proprietary rights.
  • Compliance Reviews: We review accounts prior to publishing to verify that all AI-generated images meet our licensing requirements. This process helps ensure that all content on our platform complies with legal standards and maintains the high quality our users expect.
  • Consequences of Non-Compliance: Failure to comply with these licensing requirements can result in immediate account termination. We take these measures seriously to protect the rights of all parties and maintain the integrity of our platform.

Cover Image Guidelines

  • Adult content: Restricted.
  • Enforcement of Guidelines: These guidelines are strictly enforced to ensure that our content remains appropriate for our platform while adhering to various content distribution standards and regulations.
  • Implications for Non-Compliance: Failure to adhere to these cover image guidelines can result in the rejection of the submitted content or the removal of existing content from our platform. We encourage all authors and publishers to carefully review and comply with these standards to avoid any disruptions in the availability of their works on Successful-publishing.com.

Payment and Fees

Commission Structure

  • Commission Rate: Successful-publishing.com charges a commission of 10% on all sales made through the platform. This commission is deducted from the gross sales amount before the net proceeds are disbursed to the author or publisher.
  • Changes to Commission Rates
  • Review and Adjustment: The commission rate is subject to review and potential adjustment on a six-month basis. Our goal is to reduce the commission to 10% within the next year, aiming to make the platform more financially accessible for authors and publishers.
  • Notification of Changes: All registered users will be notified of any changes to the commission rates at least 30 days before any new rates take effect. This notice will be provided via email and will also be posted prominently on the platform.

Payment Distribution

  • Payment Schedule: Payments to authors and publishers are processed monthly. Payments are made for sales occurring in a given month, typically disbursed within 30 days of the month’s end.
  • Payment Methods: We offer payments via direct deposit, PayPal, or other electronic payment methods. Authors and publishers are responsible for providing accurate and up-to-date payment information and for any fees associated with their chosen payment method.

Financial Responsibilities

  • Taxes: Authors and publishers are responsible for paying any taxes associated with their earnings from the site. Successful-publishing.com will provide necessary documentation for tax purposes, such as 1099 forms for U.S. residents, where applicable.
  • Accounting Queries: Should you have any questions regarding your payments, or if discrepancies arise, please contact us immediately. We strive to resolve all queries promptly and transparently.

By selling on Successful-publishing.com, authors and publishers agree to these payment and fee structures. We recommend keeping informed about any changes to this policy through regular reviews of our Terms of Service and updates communicated via our platform and emails.

Bi-Monthly Same-Day Payouts

  • Eligibility for Same-Day Payouts: After an initial 30-day holding period for newly registered accounts or new payment methods, authors and publishers may be eligible for same-day payouts of approved funds. This feature is available twice monthly, allowing for more flexible and timely access to earnings.
  • Schedule for Same-Day Payouts: Eligible users can request same-day payouts, which may occur twice per month at no charge. The specific dates will be communicated in advance each month and can be found in the user’s account dashboard. Additional same-day payouts after two uses for the allotted month may be completed with only a transaction fee of up to an additional 3% or $5, whichever is higher.
  • Process for Requesting Payouts: To qualify for a same-day payout, requests must be submitted through the platform’s payment interface by 12:00 PM (noon) local time on the scheduled payout day. Requests submitted after this cutoff will be processed on the next scheduled payout day.
  • Availability and Limitations: Same-day payouts are subject to the availability of funds and the operational capabilities of our payment processing partners. While we aim to provide this service consistently, please be aware that external factors such as banking holidays and processing delays can affect the availability of funds.
  • Payout Methods: Payouts will be processed using the payment method specified in the user’s account settings. It is crucial for users to maintain up-to-date and accurate payment information to facilitate timely and correct payment distribution.

This bi-monthly same-day payout option is designed to enhance the financial flexibility for our authors and publishers, helping them to better manage their earnings efficiently and predictably.

Additional Limitations of Liability

General Limitation of Liability: To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, SUCCESSFUL-PUBLISHING.COM shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, or any loss of profits or revenues, whether incurred directly or indirectly, or any loss of data, use, goodwill, or other intangible losses, resulting from (a) your access to, use of, or inability to access or use the services; (b) any conduct or content of any third party on the services; (c) any content obtained from the services; and (d) unauthorized access, use, or alteration of your transmissions or content, whether based on warranty, contract, tort (including negligence) or any other legal theory, whether or not SUCCESSFUL-PUBLISHING.COM has been informed of the possibility of such damage, and even if a remedy set forth herein is found to have failed of its essential purpose.

Specific Disclaimers as to ‘As Is’ Services: SUCCESSFUL-PUBLISHING.COM does not warrant, endorse, guarantee, or assume responsibility for any product or service advertised or offered by a third party through the SUCCESSFUL-PUBLISHING.COM service or any hyperlinked website or service, and SUCCESSFUL-PUBLISHING.COM will not be a party to or in any way monitor any transaction between you and third-party providers of products or services.

Financial Limitations: In no event will SUCCESSFUL-PUBLISHING.COM’s aggregate liability for all claims relating to the services exceed the greater of $100 USD or the amount you paid SUCCESSFUL-PUBLISHING.COM, if any, in the last 12 months.

Indemnification: You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless SUCCESSFUL-PUBLISHING.COM, its officers, directors, employees, and agents, from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, and expenses, including, without limitation, reasonable legal and accounting fees, arising out of or in any way connected with your access to or use of the services or content, or your violation of these Terms.

Basis of the Bargain: You acknowledge that SUCCESSFUL-PUBLISHING.COM has set its prices and entered into the Terms of Service with you in reliance upon the warranty disclaimers and the limitations of liability set forth herein, that the warranty disclaimers and the limitations of liability set forth herein reflect a reasonable and fair allocation of risk between you and SUCCESSFUL-PUBLISHING.COM, and that the warranty disclaimers and the limitations of liability set forth herein form an essential basis of the bargain between you and SUCCESSFUL-PUBLISHING.COM.

Essential Services Provision: SUCCESSFUL-PUBLISHING.COM’s services are controlled and operated from its facilities in the United States. SUCCESSFUL-PUBLISHING.COM makes no representations that the SUCCESSFUL-PUBLISHING.COM service is appropriate or available for use in other locations. Those who access or use the SUCCESSFUL-PUBLISHING.COM service from other jurisdictions do so at their own volition and are entirely responsible for compliance with all applicable local laws and regulations, including but not limited to export and import regulations. You may not use the SUCCESSFUL-PUBLISHING.COM service if you are a resident of a country embargoed by the United States, or are a foreign person or entity blocked or denied by the United States government.

Jurisdictional Limitations: Unless explicitly stated otherwise, all materials found on the SUCCESSFUL-PUBLISHING.COM service are solely directed to individuals, companies, or other entities located in the United States. SUCCESSFUL-PUBLISHING.COM does not represent that materials on the SUCCESSFUL-PUBLISHING.COM service are appropriate or available for use outside the United States. Risk of use in such foreign locations rests entirely with you.

Exclusions: Some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion of certain warranties or the limitation or exclusion of liability for incidental or consequential damages. Accordingly, some of the above limitations may not apply to you. In such cases, SUCCESSFUL-PUBLISHING.COM’s liability will be limited to the fullest extent permitted by applicable law.

Modification of Terms: SUCCESSFUL-PUBLISHING.COM reserves the right, at its sole discretion, to modify or replace any of these terms, or change, suspend, or discontinue the service (including without limitation, the availability of any feature, database, or content) at any time by posting a notice on the SUCCESSFUL-PUBLISHING.COM site or by sending you notice through the service, via e-mail or by another appropriate means of electronic communication. We may also impose limits on certain features and services or restrict your access to parts or all of the service without notice or liability. It is your responsibility to check the terms of this Agreement periodically for changes. Your continued use of the service following the posting of any changes to the terms of this Agreement constitutes acceptance of those changes.

Force Majeure: SUCCESSFUL-PUBLISHING.COM shall not be liable for any failure to perform its obligations hereunder where such failure results from any cause beyond SUCCESSFUL-PUBLISHING.COM’s reasonable control, including, without limitation, mechanical, electronic, or communications failure or degradation.

By agreeing to these terms, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by them. If you have any questions about these provisions or how they apply to you, you should seek legal advice to ensure that you fully understand and comply with them.