Website Terms of Use
Last Updated: 05/07/26
1. AGREEMENT TO TERMS
These Terms of Use constitute a legally binding agreement made between you, whether personally or on behalf of an entity (“you”) and Chapter One Media LLC (“Company,” “we,” “us,” or “our”), concerning your access to and use of the chapter1.media website as well as any other media form, media channel, mobile website, or related, linked, or otherwise connected thereto (collectively, the “Site”).
By accessing the Site, you confirm that you have read, understood, and agreed to be bound by all of these Terms of Use. IF YOU DO NOT AGREE WITH ALL OF THESE TERMS OF USE, THEN YOU ARE EXPRESSLY PROHIBITED FROM USING THE SITE AND YOU MUST DISCONTINUE USE IMMEDIATELY.
Application-Only Enrollment: Accessing this Site or submitting a contact form does not constitute enrollment. Enrollment in the “Novel Generator” requires a successful Admissions Call and the execution of a separate Student Enrollment Agreement. The Company reserves the right to deny any applicant for any reason during the screening phase to ensure cohort compatibility.
2. INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY RIGHTS
Unless otherwise indicated, the Site is our proprietary property and all source code, databases, functionality, software, website designs, audio, video, text, photographs, and graphics on the Site (collectively, the “Content”) and the trademarks, service marks, and logos contained therein (the “Marks”) are owned or controlled by us or licensed to us, and are protected by copyright and trademark laws and various other intellectual property rights and unfair competition laws of the United States. The Company reserves the right to display screenshots, links, and descriptions of websites created for Students within the Program as part of the Company’s professional portfolio and marketing materials, unless otherwise agreed upon in writing.
Strict Usage Policy: The Content and the Marks are provided on the Site “AS IS” for your information and personal use only. Except as expressly provided in these Terms of Use, no part of the Site and no Content or Marks may be copied, reproduced, aggregated, republished, uploaded, posted, publicly displayed, encoded, translated, transmitted, distributed, sold, licensed, or otherwise exploited for any commercial purpose whatsoever, without our express prior written permission.
3. EDUCATIONAL DISCLAIMER (NO GUARANTEES)
The information provided on this Site and in our courses is for educational and informational purposes only.
- No Professional Advice: We are not literary agents, publishers, lawyers, or therapists. Writing can be a therapeutic process, but our coaching does not constitute mental health counseling.
- No Guarantee of Results: You agree that the Company has not made any guarantees about the results of taking any action, whether recommended on this Site or not. The Company provides education and tools to help you write a book, but we do not guarantee that you will finish your manuscript, sign with a literary agent, receive a publishing deal, or earn any money. You recognize that the publishing industry is highly competitive and subjective.
4. USER REPRESENTATIONS
By using the Site, you represent and warrant that: (1) all registration information you submit will be true, accurate, current, and complete; (2) you have the legal capacity and you agree to comply with these Terms of Use; (3) you are not a minor in the jurisdiction in which you reside; and (4) you will not access the Site through automated or non-human means, whether through a bot, script, or otherwise. (5) Fraudulent Activity: We utilize advanced identity verification (Stripe Identity) and fraud detection protocols. Any attempt to submit fraudulent applications or utilize stolen financial data will be reported to the FBI’s Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3) and the New York County District Attorney’s Office.
UNSOLICITED SUBMISSIONS AND APPLICATION MATERIALS: When you apply for the “Novel Generator” program, you may be asked to submit writing samples, loglines, or personal statements (“Application Materials”). You retain full ownership and copyright of your Application Materials. However, by submitting them to the Site, you grant the Company a limited, internal license to review and evaluate your work for admissions purposes. Furthermore, you acknowledge that the Company and its instructors review numerous manuscripts and concepts. You agree that you will not be entitled to any compensation, credit, or legal recourse if the Company or its partners independently create, develop, or publish material that happens to be similar to your Application Materials.
5. PRICING AND FINANCIAL DISCLOSURES
Private Disclosure Model: Chapter One Media operates as a boutique, application-based incubator. Tuition rates and investment schedules are not publicly listed and are disclosed exclusively to qualified applicants during the Admissions Selection phase.
Superseding Agreement: Any pricing, fees, or payment terms discussed orally or via electronic communication are preliminary. The final and binding financial obligations are governed exclusively by a separate, bilateral Student Enrollment Agreement executed between you and the Company. In the event of a conflict between this Site’s content and the Enrollment Agreement, the Enrollment Agreement shall prevail.
6. PROHIBITED ACTIVITIES
You may not access or use the Site for any purpose other than that for which we make the Site available. The Site may not be used in connection with any commercial endeavors except those that are specifically endorsed or approved by us. Specifically, you agree not to:
- Systematically retrieve data or other content from the Site to create or compile, directly or indirectly, a collection, compilation, database, or directory without written permission from us.
- Use any information obtained from the Site in order to harass, abuse, or harm another person.
- Use the Site as part of any effort to compete with us or otherwise use the Site and/or the Content for any revenue-generating endeavor or commercial enterprise.
7. COPYRIGHT INFRINGEMENTS (DMCA NOTICE)
We respect the intellectual property rights of others. If you believe that any material available on or through the Site infringes upon any copyright you own or control, please immediately notify our Designated Copyright Agent using the contact information provided below (a “Notification”).
A copy of your Notification will be sent to the person who posted or stored the material addressed in the Notification. Please be advised that pursuant to federal law you may be held liable for damages if you make material misrepresentations in a Notification. Thus, if you are not sure that material located on or linked to by the Site infringes your copyright, you should consider first contacting an attorney.
Designated Copyright Agent: Chapter One Media LLC Email: legacy@chapter1.media (Note: Please include “DMCA Copyright Notice” in the subject line of your email for expedited routing).
8. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY
IN NO EVENT WILL WE OR OUR DIRECTORS, EMPLOYEES, OR AGENTS BE LIABLE TO YOU OR ANY THIRD PARTY FOR ANY DIRECT, INDIRECT, CONSEQUENTIAL, EXEMPLARY, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, INCLUDING LOST PROFIT, LOST REVENUE, LOSS OF DATA, OR OTHER DAMAGES ARISING FROM YOUR USE OF THE SITE, EVEN IF WE HAVE BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES.
9. GOVERNING LAW AND EXCLUSIVE JURISDICTION
These Terms shall be governed by and defined following the laws of the State of New York. You irrevocably consent that any legal action, dispute, or proceeding arising out of or relating to your use of the Site shall be brought exclusively in the Civil Court of the City of New York (New York County) or the Supreme Court of the State of New York (New York County). You explicitly waive any right to bring a claim in Small Claims Court. You acknowledge that the value of the services provided by the Company exceeds the jurisdictional limit of the Small Claims Court ($10,000), and you agree that any dispute must be handled in the higher-level Civil or Supreme Courts of New York County.
WAIVER OF JURY TRIAL: THE PARTIES HEREBY UNCONDITIONALLY WAIVE THEIR RIGHT TO A JURY TRIAL OF ANY AND ALL CLAIMS OR CAUSES OF ACTION ARISING FROM OR RELATING TO THESE TERMS.
10. INDEMNIFICATION
You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold us harmless, including our subsidiaries, affiliates, and all of our respective officers, agents, partners, and employees, from and against any loss, damage, liability, claim, or demand, including reasonable attorneys’ fees and expenses, made by any third party due to or arising out of: (1) your use of the Site; (2) your breach of these Terms of Use; (3) any breach of your representations and warranties set forth in these Terms of Use; or (4) your violation of the rights of a third party, including but not limited to intellectual property rights.
11. ELECTRONIC COMMUNICATIONS
Visiting the Site, sending us emails, and completing online forms constitute electronic communications. You consent to receive electronic communications, and you agree that all agreements, notices, disclosures, and other communications we provide to you electronically, via email and on the Site, satisfy any legal requirement that such communication be in writing.
12. MODIFICATIONS AND INTERRUPTIONS
We reserve the right to change, modify, or remove the contents of the Site or these Terms at any time or for any reason at our sole discretion without notice. We will alert you about any changes by updating the “Last Updated” date of this document, and you waive any right to receive specific notice of each such change. It is your responsibility to periodically review these Terms to stay informed of updates. Your continued use of the Site represents your acceptance of any changes.
13. THIRD-PARTY WEBSITES AND CONTENT
The Site may contain links to other websites (“Third-Party Websites”), including portfolios or websites built for our alumni. Such Third-Party Websites are not investigated, monitored, or checked for accuracy, appropriateness, or completeness by us, and we are not responsible for any Third-Party Websites accessed through the Site. Inclusion of, linking to, or permitting the use or installation of any Third-Party Websites does not imply approval or endorsement thereof by us.
14. SEVERABILITY
If any provision or part of a provision of these Terms of Use is determined to be unlawful, void, or unenforceable, that provision or part of the provision is deemed severable from these Terms of Use and does not affect the validity and enforceability of any remaining provisions.
15. FORMAL NOTICES AND CONTACT
This contact information is provided exclusively for formal legal notices, DMCA copyright infringement claims, and specific inquiries regarding the enforcement of these Terms of Use. To resolve a formal complaint regarding the Site, please contact us at:
Chapter One Media LLC
legacy@chapter1.media
