Terms of Service
Welcome to Banned Ink. By accessing or using our website, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service. Please read them carefully before using our services.
Last Updated: January 23, 2026
Acceptable Use
When using Banned Ink, you agree to use our website responsibly and in accordance with these guidelines.
Permitted Use
You may use Banned Ink to:
- Browse and search our catalog of banned and challenged books
- Access educational resources about book censorship
- Subscribe to our newsletter for updates
- Share content from our site through legitimate means
- Use our affiliate links to purchase books
Prohibited Activities
You agree not to:
- Use automated systems to scrape or download content in bulk
- Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems
- Interfere with or disrupt the operation of our website
- Use our site for any unlawful purpose
- Misrepresent your identity or affiliation
- Upload malicious code or content
Note: Violation of these terms may result in termination of your access to our services without prior notice.
Affiliate Links & External Content
Our website contains affiliate links and references to external content. Here's what you should know.
Amazon Associates Disclosure
Banned Ink is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to Amazon.com.
When you click on affiliate links on our site and make a purchase, we may receive a small commission at no additional cost to you. This helps support our mission to track and raise awareness about book bans.
Our editorial content and book recommendations are not influenced by affiliate relationships. We recommend books based on their literary merit and relevance to our mission of promoting intellectual freedom.
External Links Disclaimer
Our website may contain links to external sites that are not operated by us. We have no control over, and assume no responsibility for, the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party sites or services.
We strongly advise you to review the terms and privacy policies of any external websites you visit through links on our site.
Intellectual Property & Content Ownership
Understanding the ownership and usage rights of content on Banned Ink.
Our Content
The original content on Banned Ink, including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, icons, and software, is the property of Banned Ink and is protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.
You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, or create derivative works from our content without explicit written permission, except as permitted by fair use doctrine.
Third-Party Content
Book descriptions, cover images, and metadata displayed on our site may be sourced from publishers, authors, or third-party databases. These materials remain the property of their respective owners.
We use such content under fair use for educational and informational purposes related to documenting book censorship. If you believe content infringes your rights, please contact us.
User Submissions
If you submit content to us (such as ban reports or contact form messages), you grant Banned Ink a non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use, modify, and display that content in connection with our services. You retain ownership of your original content.
Limitation of Liability
Important limitations regarding our liability and the use of our services.
Disclaimer of Warranties
Banned Ink is provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis. We make no warranties, expressed or implied, regarding the operation of our website or the information, content, or materials included on it.
We do not warrant that:
- The service will be uninterrupted or error-free
- Defects will be corrected
- The site is free of viruses or harmful components
- Information on the site is complete or accurate
Limitation of Damages
In no event shall Banned Ink be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising from your use of, or inability to use, our services.
Content Accuracy
While we strive to provide accurate information about book bans, we cannot guarantee the completeness or accuracy of all data. Ban statuses may change, and local regulations vary.
Maximum Liability
Our total liability to you for all claims arising from use of our services shall not exceed the amount you have paid us, if any, in the twelve months prior to the claim.
Additional Terms
Changes to Terms
We reserve the right to modify these Terms of Service at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting to this page. Your continued use of Banned Ink after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the modified terms. We encourage you to review these terms periodically.
Governing Law
These Terms of Service shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the United States. Any disputes arising from these terms or your use of our services shall be resolved in the appropriate courts.
Severability
If any provision of these Terms of Service is found to be unenforceable or invalid, that provision shall be limited or eliminated to the minimum extent necessary, and the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.
Questions About These Terms?
If you have any questions about these Terms of Service or need clarification on any provision, please don't hesitate to reach out.
Email: legal@bannedink.com
Or use our Contact Form for general inquiries.
Explore Banned Ink
Now that you understand our terms, discover banned books and join the fight for intellectual freedom.