Terms of Service

Last Updated: October 15, 2025

Agreement to Terms

Welcome to MonkeyReading! By accessing or using our speed reading training platform at https://monkeyreading.com, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service. If you do not agree to these terms, please do not use our service.

Description of Service

MonkeyReading provides:

  • AI-generated reading passages for speed reading practice
  • Comprehension testing and assessment
  • Performance tracking (WPM, accuracy, progress)
  • Global leaderboards and competitive features
  • Multiple reading modes (Normal and RSVP)
  • Customizable reading preferences

Account Registration

To use MonkeyReading, you must:

  • Be at least 13 years of age
  • Provide accurate and complete registration information
  • Maintain the security of your account credentials
  • Accept responsibility for all activities under your account
  • Notify us immediately of any unauthorized access

You may register using email/password or through Google OAuth. You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account.

Acceptable Use

You agree NOT to:

  • Use the service for any illegal purpose
  • Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems
  • Interfere with or disrupt the service
  • Use bots or automated systems to manipulate scores
  • Share or sell your account credentials
  • Harass, abuse, or harm other users
  • Upload malicious code or viruses
  • Scrape or copy our content without permission
  • Reverse engineer or decompile our software

AI-Generated Content

Reading passages and comprehension questions are generated using Google Gemini AI. While we strive for accuracy and quality:

  • Content is generated in real-time and may vary in quality
  • We do not guarantee factual accuracy of generated passages
  • Content is for educational and practice purposes only
  • Generated content is not stored after your session ends

User Content and Data

Regarding your data:

  • You retain ownership of your account information
  • Your reading statistics are stored to track your progress
  • Your name and statistics may appear on the public leaderboard (you can opt out)
  • We may use aggregated, anonymized data to improve our service
  • You can delete your account and data at any time through your profile settings

Intellectual Property

MonkeyReading, including its design, code, algorithms, and branding, is owned by us and protected by intellectual property laws. You may not:

  • Copy, modify, or distribute our code or design
  • Use our name, logo, or branding without permission
  • Create derivative works based on our service
  • Remove or alter any copyright notices

Service Availability

We strive to provide reliable service, but:

  • We do not guarantee uninterrupted or error-free service
  • We may modify, suspend, or discontinue features at any time
  • We may perform maintenance that temporarily affects availability
  • We are not liable for any downtime or data loss

Pricing and Payments

MonkeyReading is currently free to use. If we introduce paid features in the future:

  • We will notify users in advance
  • Existing free features will remain free
  • Clear pricing will be displayed before purchase
  • Refund policies will be clearly stated

Disclaimer of Warranties

MonkeyReading is provided "AS IS" and "AS AVAILABLE" without warranties of any kind, either express or implied, including but not limited to:

  • Merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose
  • Accuracy or reliability of content
  • Uninterrupted or error-free operation
  • Security or freedom from viruses

Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, MonkeyReading and its operators shall not be liable for:

  • Indirect, incidental, or consequential damages
  • Loss of data, profits, or business opportunities
  • Damages arising from use or inability to use the service
  • User-generated content or third-party actions

Our total liability shall not exceed the amount you paid us in the past 12 months (currently $0 as the service is free).

Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless MonkeyReading from any claims, damages, or expenses arising from:

  • Your use of the service
  • Your violation of these terms
  • Your violation of any third-party rights
  • Your account activities

Termination

We may terminate or suspend your account:

  • For violation of these terms
  • For fraudulent or abusive behavior
  • At our discretion with or without notice

You may terminate your account at any time through your profile settings. Upon termination, your data will be deleted according to our Privacy Policy.

Modifications to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms of Service at any time. We will notify users of significant changes via email or platform notice. Continued use after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated terms.

Governing Law

These terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with applicable laws, without regard to conflict of law provisions. Any disputes shall be resolved through binding arbitration.

Contact Information

For questions about these Terms of Service, contact us at:

Email: legal@monkeyreading.com
Website: https://monkeyreading.com

By using MonkeyReading, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service and our Privacy Policy.