1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing and using MangaBuddy (the "Service"), you accept and agree to be bound by the terms and provision of this agreement. If you do not agree to abide by the above, please do not use this service.

These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your use of our website located at manga-buddy.bitbucket.io (the "Service") operated by MangaBuddy ("us", "we", or "our").

2. Description of Service

MangaBuddy is a free online platform that provides access to manga content. Our service allows users to:

  • Read manga titles from our extensive library
  • Create user accounts for personalized features
  • Bookmark and track reading progress
  • Participate in community discussions and reviews
  • Access content across multiple devices

We strive to provide a high-quality, user-friendly manga reading experience while maintaining community standards and legal compliance.

3. User Accounts and Registration

While registration is not required to access basic reading features, creating an account provides additional benefits. When you create an account, you agree to:

  • Provide accurate, current, and complete information
  • Maintain the security of your password and account
  • Promptly update account information as needed
  • Accept responsibility for all activities under your account
  • Notify us immediately of any unauthorized access

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate accounts that violate these terms or engage in inappropriate behavior.

4. Acceptable Use Policy

Users of MangaBuddy agree to use the service responsibly and in accordance with these guidelines:

Permitted Uses:

  • Personal, non-commercial reading and enjoyment
  • Sharing recommendations and reviews within the community
  • Participating in discussions and forums respectfully
  • Using bookmarking and progress tracking features

Prohibited Activities:

  • Commercial redistribution or reproduction of content
  • Attempting to reverse engineer or hack the platform
  • Posting spam, harassment, or inappropriate content
  • Creating multiple accounts to circumvent restrictions
  • Using automated tools to access or scrape content
  • Interfering with other users' enjoyment of the service

5. Community Guidelines

MangaBuddy fosters a welcoming community for all manga enthusiasts. Community members are expected to:

  • Treat other users with respect and courtesy
  • Provide constructive feedback and reviews
  • Avoid spoilers in public discussions without warnings
  • Report inappropriate content or behavior
  • Respect diverse opinions and preferences
  • Follow applicable laws and regulations

Violations of community guidelines may result in content removal, account warnings, or permanent suspension.

6. Intellectual Property Rights

The content available on MangaBuddy, including manga titles, images, text, and other materials, are protected by intellectual property laws. Users acknowledge that:

  • Content is provided for personal, non-commercial use only
  • Original creators and publishers retain all rights to their works
  • MangaBuddy respects intellectual property rights and responds to valid takedown requests
  • Users may not reproduce, distribute, or create derivative works without permission

We encourage users to support manga creators through official publications when available.

7. Privacy and Data Protection

Your privacy is important to us. Our Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you use our service. By using MangaBuddy, you agree to our data collection and use practices as outlined in our Privacy Policy.

We implement appropriate security measures to protect your personal information and maintain the confidentiality of your reading preferences and account details.

8. Service Availability and Modifications

We strive to maintain continuous service availability, but cannot guarantee uninterrupted access. MangaBuddy reserves the right to:

  • Modify, update, or discontinue features as needed
  • Perform maintenance that may temporarily affect availability
  • Remove or modify content based on legal requirements
  • Update these Terms of Service with reasonable notice

Significant changes to our terms will be communicated to users through the platform or email notifications.

9. Disclaimers and Limitations

MangaBuddy is provided "as is" without warranties of any kind. We disclaim all warranties, express or implied, including but not limited to:

  • Merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose
  • Accuracy, completeness, or reliability of content
  • Uninterrupted or error-free service operation
  • Security of data transmission or storage

Our liability for any damages arising from your use of the service is limited to the maximum extent permitted by law.

10. Termination

Either party may terminate this agreement at any time. You may stop using our service at any point. We may suspend or terminate your access for violations of these terms or other reasons at our discretion.

Upon termination, your account data may be retained according to our Privacy Policy, but access to personalized features will be discontinued.

11. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution

These Terms are governed by applicable international laws regarding online services. Any disputes arising from the use of MangaBuddy should first be addressed through our contact channels for amicable resolution.

We encourage users to reach out with concerns before pursuing formal dispute resolution processes.

12. Contact Information

For questions about these Terms of Service, please contact us through:

We aim to respond to all inquiries within 24-48 hours during business days.

13. Updates to Terms

We may update these Terms of Service periodically to reflect changes in our practices, legal requirements, or service offerings. Continued use of MangaBuddy after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated terms.

Major changes will be highlighted and users will be notified through appropriate channels before implementation.