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Terms of Service

Last Updated: September 23rd, 2026

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using swiftlit.app (the "Site") or the Swiftlit mobile application (the "App"), collectively the "Services," you accept and agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree, please do not use the Services.


2. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

These Terms shall be governed and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Michigan, United States, without regard to its conflict of law provisions. You agree that any legal action or proceeding between Swiftlit Study LLC and you for any purpose concerning these Terms shall be brought exclusively in a federal or state court of competent jurisdiction sitting in Michigan.


Class Action Waiver:

YOU AND SWIFTLIT STUDY LLC AGREE THAT ANY PROCEEDINGS TO RESOLVE OR LITIGATE ANY DISPUTE WILL BE CONDUCTED SOLELY ON AN INDIVIDUAL BASIS. NEITHER YOU NOR SWIFTLIT STUDY LLC WILL SEEK TO HAVE ANY DISPUTE HEARD AS A CLASS ACTION, PRIVATE ATTORNEY GENERAL ACTION, OR IN ANY OTHER PROCEEDING IN WHICH EITHER PARTY ACTS OR PROPOSES TO ACT IN A REPRESENTATIVE CAPACITY.


3. Intellectual Property

The Services and their original content, features, and functionality—including but not limited to the "Swiftlit" name, logo, bird illustrations, source code, and text—are owned by Swiftlit Study LLC and are protected by United States and international copyright, trademark, trade secret, and other intellectual property laws.


4. Scope of License and Use

  • License Grant: Subject to your compliance with these Terms, Swiftlit Study LLC grants you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, non-sublicensable license to download, install, and use the App and Site strictly for your personal, non-commercial use on a device that you own or control.

  • Restrictions: You may not copy, reverse-engineer, disassemble, attempt to derive the source code of, modify, or create derivative works of the Services, any updates, or any part thereof.

  • Your Content: You retain all rights to the notes, flashcards, and study materials you create or import into the Services.

  • Data Loss Warning: Data created in the "Set Creator" is stored in your browser's local cache. Data created in the App (such as flashcards, study progress, feed bookmarks, and highlights) is stored locally on your device's filesystem.

    • The App offers an optional Cloud Sync feature allowing you to back up and synchronize your study data and Flight feeds across devices using your personal Apple iCloud or Google Drive account. Cloud Sync is provided "as-is." When resolving sync conflicts between devices (e.g., choosing "Device Overwrites Cloud" or "Cloud Overwrites Device"), you are solely responsible for your selection. Swiftlit Study LLC maintains no independent copies or servers storing your backup data, and you agree not to hold Swiftlit Study LLC liable for data loss, unintended overwrites, sync conflicts, or service interruptions caused by third-party cloud providers (Apple or Google). If you do not use Cloud Sync, or if you clear your browser cache, delete the App, or lose your device, your data may be permanently lost. You remain solely responsible for periodically backing up your data.

5. Subscriptions and Refunds

  • Pro Features: Certain features of the App may require a paid subscription ("Pro").

  • Billing: Subscriptions are billed through your Apple ID or Google Play account. You must manage or cancel subscriptions directly through your device settings (Apple or Google). Swiftlit Study LLC cannot cancel subscriptions on your behalf.

  • Refunds: Refund requests must be directed to Apple or Google, as they handle the transaction processing and we do not have the ability to issue refunds on their platforms.

6. Feature-Specific Disclaimers & Safety

  1. "Roast Mode" Notifications: The App includes an optional feature known as "Roast Mode." By enabling this feature, you acknowledge and accept that the notifications sent by the App will be satirical, sarcastic, sassy, and potentially harsh in tone. These messages are intended solely for motivational and entertainment purposes. You agree that Swiftlit Study LLC is not liable for any emotional distress or personal offense arising from the nature of these notifications.

  2. Coffee Tools & Hot Water Warning: The App includes timers, guides, and tools regarding the brewing of coffee and tea. You acknowledge that brewing coffee inherently involves the use of boiling water, heating elements, and hot equipment. You agree to exercise extreme caution when handling hot liquids. You agree to release, hold harmless, and not hold Swiftlit Study LLC liable for any physical injury, burns, scalding, equipment malfunctions, or property damage resulting from your preparation or consumption of beverages, handling of hot liquids, or use of coffee and tea tools within the App.

  3. Content Disclaimer: The "About" section and other areas of these Services may contain content reflecting the personal, philosophical, and religious views of the creators (including Christian theological texts, "Gospel tracts," literature keys, free study sets, optional blog lists, links, etc). By accessing these Services, you acknowledge that this content is protected under free speech and freedom of religion, you are viewing this content voluntarily, and you agree that Swiftlit Study LLC is not liable (and you agree not to hold Swiftlit Study LLC liable) for any personal offense, emotional, or psychological distress taken regarding this content.

  4. Flight, RSS Feeds, and E-Book Content (Project Gutenberg & EPUBs): The App includes a reading sub-app known as "Flight," which allows you to subscribe to RSS/Atom feeds and read digital books (EPUBs):

    1. Third-Party RSS Feeds: RSS feeds, articles, and external links are authored and maintained entirely by third-party publishers. Swiftlit Study LLC does not control, endorse, or monitor third-party feeds, and you agree that Swiftlit Study LLC is not liable for the accuracy, legality, copyright compliance, or content of any third-party feeds or web pages accessed through Flight.

    2. Public Domain & Project Gutenberg: Flight allows you to search and download public domain e-books from Project Gutenberg via the Gutendex API. While Project Gutenberg books are generally public domain in the United States, copyright laws vary by country. If you reside outside the United States, you are solely responsible for verifying the copyright status of books you download under your local laws. Swiftlit Study LLC is an independent software developer and is not endorsed by, sponsored by, or affiliated with Project Gutenberg or the Literary Archive Foundation.

    3. User-Imported EPUBs: You are solely responsible for any local EPUB files you import into Perch. You represent and warrant that you own or have the necessary rights and licenses to import and view such files on your device.

  5. Speed Reader, Rapid Visual Display, and Eye Strain Warning: The App includes speed-reading tools utilizing Rapid Serial Visual Presentation (RSVP), flashing words at high speeds in a single focal location:

    1. Eye Fatigue and Strain: Prolonged use of high-speed reading displays, rapid flashing text, or intense screen sessions may cause digital eye strain (asthenopia), eye irritation, dryness, fatigue, blurred vision, or headaches. You agree to use this feature responsibly, set reading speeds to comfortable levels, take frequent visual breaks (such as looking at distant objects every 20 minutes), and limit continuous usage.

    2. Photosensitivity and Seizures: A small percentage of individuals may experience seizures, dizziness, altered vision, or disorientation when exposed to rapidly flickering lights or high-frequency changing visual patterns. If you experience eye pain, headaches, dizziness, nausea, or visual discomfort while using the speed reader, immediately discontinue use.

    3. Disclaimer of Liability: You agree not to hold Swiftlit Study LLC liable for eye strain, headaches, visual discomfort, fatigue, or any physiological, medical, or optical symptoms resulting from your use of the speed reader or display modes.

7. Ephemeral & Edwin's Shield (App Blocking)

The App includes features designed to intentionally block access to other applications and websites on your device to improve focus and redeem time. To bypass these blocks, you must complete a time-consuming literature typing test. By using these features, you acknowledge and agree that:

​You may be temporarily unable to access certain apps or websites, including communication or social apps, during an active block. You agree to assume all risks and agree not to hold Swiftlit Study LLC liable for any missed communications, inability to make or receive emergency calls or messages, lost productivity, business interruption, financial losses, or any other consequences resulting from your intentional or unintentional inability to access blocked applications, websites, or device settings.

​If you utilize a trusted third party to set a device-level Screen Time Passcode (as suggested by the App for added friction), you acknowledge that Swiftlit Study LLC has no technical ability or obligation to recover, reset, or bypass any device-level passcode, and you release Swiftlit Study LLC from any and all liability or device reset costs associated with a forgotten passcode or locked device.

​IMPORTANT: While an Ephemeral lock is actively engaged, you will be intentionally prevented from uninstalling the Swiftlit application or bypassing the restrictions easily. This is by design to ensure the efficacy of the tool. You assume full responsibility for any locks you initiate. Within iOS, removing "Screen Time" permissions for Swiftlit in the IOS Settings will disable any active locks. Android will require you to remove all locks within the App before being able to access the device settings to take permissions away or uninstall Swiftlit.


8. Disclaimer of Warranties

YOU EXPRESSLY ACKNOWLEDGE AND AGREE THAT USE OF THE SERVICES IS AT YOUR SOLE RISK. TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, THE SERVICES ARE PROVIDED "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE," WITH ALL FAULTS AND WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, AND SWIFTLIT STUDY LLC HEREBY DISCLAIMS ALL WARRANTIES AND CONDITIONS WITH RESPECT TO THE SERVICES, EITHER EXPRESS, IMPLIED, OR STATUTORY, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES AND/OR CONDITIONS OF MERCHANTABILITY, OF SATISFACTORY QUALITY, OF FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, OF ACCURACY, OF QUIET ENJOYMENT, AND OF NONINFRINGEMENT OF THIRD-PARTY RIGHTS. NO ORAL OR WRITTEN INFORMATION OR ADVICE GIVEN BY SWIFTLIT STUDY LLC OR ITS AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVE SHALL CREATE A WARRANTY.

 

9. Limitation of Liability

TO THE EXTENT NOT PROHIBITED BY LAW, IN NO EVENT SHALL SWIFTLIT STUDY LLC, ITS DIRECTORS, EMPLOYEES, PARTNERS, OR AFFILIATES BE LIABLE FOR PERSONAL INJURY OR ANY INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, INDIRECT, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES WHATSOEVER, INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, DAMAGES FOR LOSS OF PROFITS, LOSS OF DATA (INCLUDING BROWSER CACHE CLEARING, APP DELETION, OR CLOUD SYNCHRONIZATION OVERWRITES AND CONFLICTS), BUSINESS INTERRUPTION, EMOTIONAL DISTRESS, PHYSICAL INJURIES SUSTAINED WHILE USING COFFEE-RELATED FEATURES, INABILITY TO ACCESS BLOCKED APPLICATIONS DURING AN EPHEMERAL LOCK, EYE STRAIN, VISUAL FATIGUE, OR PHYSICAL DISCOMFORT RESULTING FROM THE SPEED READER OR EXTENDED SCREEN READING, THIRD-PARTY CONTENT ACCESSED THROUGH RSS FEEDS OR E-BOOK LIBRARIES, OR ANY OTHER COMMERCIAL DAMAGES OR LOSSES, ARISING OUT OF OR RELATED TO YOUR USE OF OR INABILITY TO USE THE SERVICES, HOWEVER CAUSED, REGARDLESS OF THE THEORY OF LIABILITY (CONTRACT, TORT, OR OTHERWISE) AND EVEN IF SWIFTLIT STUDY LLC HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES.

IN NO EVENT SHALL SWIFTLIT STUDY LLC'S TOTAL LIABILITY TO YOU FOR ALL DAMAGES (OTHER THAN AS MAY BE REQUIRED BY APPLICABLE LAW IN CASES INVOLVING PERSONAL INJURY) EXCEED THE AMOUNT OF FIFTEEN DOLLARS ($15.00). THE FOREGOING LIMITATIONS WILL APPLY EVEN IF THE ABOVE STATED REMEDY FAILS OF ITS ESSENTIAL PURPOSE.


10. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Swiftlit Study LLC and its officers, directors, employees, and agents from and against any and all claims, liabilities, damages, losses, costs, expenses, or fees (including reasonable attorneys' fees) that such parties may incur as a result of or arising from your (or anyone using your account/device's) violation of these Terms.


11. Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA) Policy

We respect the intellectual property rights of others. It is our policy to respond to any claim that Content posted on the Service infringes a copyright or other intellectual property infringement of any person.

A. Notification of Infringement: If you are a copyright owner, or authorized on behalf of one, and you believe that the copyrighted work has been copied in a way that constitutes copyright infringement that is taking place through the Service, you must submit your notice in writing to our Copyright Agent via email at legal@swiftlit.app and include in your notice a detailed description of the alleged infringement.

B. DMCA Notice Requirements: To be effective, the notification must be in writing and contain the following information:

  • An electronic or physical signature of the person authorized to act on behalf of the owner of the copyright's interest.

  • A description of the copyrighted work that you claim has been infringed.

  • A description of where the material that you claim is infringing is located on the Service (e.g., URL).

  • Your address, telephone number, and email address.

  • A statement by you that you have a good faith belief that the disputed use is not authorized by the copyright owner, its agent, or the law.

  • A statement by you, made under penalty of perjury, that the above information in your notice is accurate and that you are the copyright owner or authorized to act on the copyright owner's behalf.

12. Termination

We may terminate or suspend your license to use our Services immediately, without prior notice or liability, for any reason whatsoever, including without limitation if you breach the Terms. Upon termination, your right to use the Services will immediately cease.


13. Changes

We reserve the right, at our sole discretion, to modify or replace these Terms at any time. By continuing to access or use our Services after those revisions become effective, you agree to be bound by the revised terms. 

If any provision of these Terms is found to be unlawful, void, or for any reason unenforceable, then that provision shall be deemed severable from these Terms and shall not affect the validity and enforceability of any remaining provisions.


14. Apple-Specific Terms:

If you downloaded the App from the Apple App Store, you acknowledge that these Terms are concluded between you and Swiftlit Study LLC only, and not with Apple Inc. Apple has no obligation whatsoever to furnish any maintenance or support services with respect to the App. To the maximum extent permitted by applicable law, Apple has no warranty obligation whatsoever with respect to the App. You acknowledge that Apple and Apple's subsidiaries are third-party beneficiaries of these Terms, and that upon your acceptance of these Terms, Apple will have the right (and will be deemed to have accepted the right) to enforce these Terms against you as a third-party beneficiary.


15. Contact Us

If you have any questions about these Terms, please contact us at: legal@swiftlit.app.