Terms of Service

Welcome to Copito Lyrics! We're excited to have you join our community of music lovers. These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your use of the Copito Lyrics website and services.

By accessing or using Copito Lyrics, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you don't agree with any part of these Terms, please don't use our services.

1. About Copito Lyrics

Copito Lyrics is a personal hobby project and community platform where music enthusiasts can:

• Discover and browse song lyrics from various artists and genres
• Read and contribute translations of lyrics in multiple languages
• Request songs to be added to the platform
• Connect with other music lovers who share similar interests

2. Copyright and Intellectual Property

2.1 Original Song Lyrics

The lyrics on this website are provided for:

• Educational and Appreciation Purposes: To help users learn about music, understand lyrics in different languages, and appreciate the artistry of songwriting
• Community Discussion: To facilitate discussion and cultural exchange among music fans
• Non-Commercial Use: Personal, non-commercial enjoyment only

We strongly encourage users to:

• Support artists by purchasing their music through legitimate channels (Spotify, Apple Music, iTunes, etc.)
• Attend concerts and buy official merchandise
• Follow artists on their official channels
• Respect copyright holders' rights

2.2 Translations and User Contributions

When you submit translations or other content to Copito Lyrics:

• You retain ownership of your original creative work (your translations)
• You grant Copito Lyrics a non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free license to display, distribute, and use your contributions on the platform
• You represent that your contributions do not infringe on anyone else's rights
• You understand that your contributions will be publicly visible and may be used by other community members for non-commercial purposes

2.3 Copito Lyrics Branding

The Copito Lyrics name, logo, design, and website content (excluding song lyrics and user contributions) are owned by the project creator. You may not use our branding without permission.

2.4 Copyright Concerns

If you are a copyright holder and believe content on Copito Lyrics infringes your rights, please contact us at copito.sama.22@gmail.com. We respect intellectual property rights and will respond to legitimate concerns promptly.

3. User Accounts

3.1 Account Creation

To access certain features, you may need to create an account. When creating an account, you agree to:

• Provide accurate, current, and complete information
• Maintain the security of your password
• Not share your account with others
• Notify us immediately of any unauthorized use of your account
• Be responsible for all activities that occur under your account

3.2 Age Requirements

You must be at least 13 years old to create an account. If you are under 18, you should have parental or guardian permission to use Copito Lyrics.

3.3 Account Termination

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate accounts that violate these Terms, engage in inappropriate behavior, or for any other reason at our discretion. You may also delete your account at any time through your profile settings or by contacting us.

4. User Conduct and Community Guidelines

Copito Lyrics is built on respect, kindness, and a shared love of music. We want everyone to feel welcome and safe in our community.

4.1 Acceptable Use

You agree to use Copito Lyrics in a way that is:

• Respectful: Treat other users, artists, and the community with respect and courtesy
• Constructive: Contribute positively to discussions and translations
• Legal: Comply with all applicable laws and regulations
• Appropriate: Share content suitable for a diverse, global audience
• Authentic: Be yourself and represent yourself honestly

4.2 Prohibited Conduct

The following behaviors are strictly prohibited and may result in account suspension or termination:

• Harassment and Bullying: No threatening, intimidating, stalking, or harassing other users
• Hate Speech: No content promoting hatred, violence, or discrimination based on race, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, disability, or any other protected characteristic
• Spam and Abuse: No spamming, flooding, or repeatedly posting disruptive content
• Impersonation: No pretending to be someone else, including other users, artists, or Copito Lyrics staff
• Illegal Content: No sharing illegal content, including pirated music files, malware, or content promoting illegal activities
• Explicit Content: No pornography, excessive violence, or other inappropriate adult content
• Copyright Violations: No uploading content you don't have the right to share
• System Abuse: No attempting to hack, compromise, or interfere with the website's functionality or security
• Commercial Exploitation: No using the platform for unauthorized commercial purposes or advertising
• Misinformation: No deliberately spreading false information about artists, songs, or other users

4.3 Reporting Violations

If you encounter content or behavior that violates these guidelines, please report it to us at copito.sama.22@gmail.com. We review all reports and take appropriate action.

4.4 Content Moderation

We reserve the right to remove any content that violates these Terms or that we determine to be inappropriate, harmful, or inconsistent with the community spirit of Copito Lyrics.

5. "As-Is" Service and Disclaimers

Specifically, we do not guarantee:

• Availability: The website may experience downtime, maintenance, or technical issues
• Accuracy: Lyrics, translations, and user-contributed content may contain errors or inaccuracies
• Completeness: Not all songs or translations will be available
• Timeliness: Updates, bug fixes, and new features may be delayed
• Security: While we take reasonable precautions, we cannot guarantee absolute security
• Continuity: The project may be discontinued at any time

TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, COPITO LYRICS DISCLAIMS ALL WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, AND NON-INFRINGEMENT.

6. Limitation of Liability

This is a free, non-commercial hobby project. To the maximum extent permitted by law:

• Copito Lyrics and its creator shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising from your use of the service
• We are not responsible for any loss of data, profits, revenue, or business opportunities
• We are not liable for errors, inaccuracies, or omissions in content
• We are not responsible for user-generated content or the actions of other users
• Our total liability for any claims related to Copito Lyrics is limited to the amount you paid to use the service (which is $0 for this free hobby project)

Use Copito Lyrics at your own risk. We are music enthusiasts sharing our passion, not a commercial service with extensive legal protections or support infrastructure.

7. Changes to the Service

As a hobby project, Copito Lyrics may evolve over time. We reserve the right to:

• Modify, suspend, or discontinue any aspect of the service at any time
• Change features, functionality, or content
• Limit or restrict access to certain features or content
• Discontinue the entire project if necessary

We'll try to provide notice of significant changes when possible, but we're not obligated to do so.

8. Changes to These Terms

We may update these Terms from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, legal requirements, or for other reasons. When we make significant changes:

• We'll post the updated Terms on this page with a new "Last Updated" date
• We may notify you via email or a notice on the website
• Your continued use of Copito Lyrics after changes take effect means you accept the updated Terms

We encourage you to review these Terms periodically.

9. Third-Party Services and Links

Copito Lyrics may contain links to third-party websites, services, or platforms (such as YouTube, Spotify, or artist pages). These links are provided for your convenience, but:

• We do not endorse or control third-party websites
• We are not responsible for their content, privacy practices, or terms
• Your use of third-party services is governed by their own terms and policies

We may also use third-party services (hosting, analytics, etc.) to operate Copito Lyrics. Your use of our services may be subject to those providers' terms as well.

10. Privacy

Your privacy is important to us. Our Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information. By using Copito Lyrics, you also agree to our Privacy Policy.

11. Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the jurisdiction where the project creator resides, without regard to conflict of law principles.

Any disputes arising from these Terms or your use of Copito Lyrics shall be resolved through informal negotiation first. If that fails, disputes may be subject to the courts of the applicable jurisdiction.

12. Severability

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

13. Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and Copito Lyrics regarding your use of the service.

14. Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or feedback about these Terms or Copito Lyrics in general, we'd love to hear from you: