Terms of Service

Last updated: June 2026

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using PBookShare, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service. If you do not agree, please do not use the service.

2. Service Description

PBookShare is a free platform that enables users to list books they own and connect with nearby readers for borrowing and sharing. We facilitate connections but are not a party to any book-lending arrangement between users.

3. User Accounts

You must provide a valid email address to register. You are responsible for maintaining the security of your account credentials. Each person may only maintain one account.

4. Acceptable Use

You agree to:

• List only books you actually own or have permission to share
• Provide accurate location information (city-level)
• Return borrowed books within the agreed timeframe
• Treat other users with respect and courtesy
• Not use the platform for commercial purposes

5. Limitation of Liability

PBookShare is provided "as is" without warranties of any kind. We are not responsible for: the condition of books exchanged between users; failure of users to return borrowed books; any disputes between users; loss, damage, or theft of books.

6. User Content

You retain ownership of content you submit (book listings, descriptions, profile information). By posting content, you grant PBookShare a non-exclusive license to display this content to other users of the platform for the purpose of operating the service.

7. Account Termination

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate accounts that violate these terms, post inappropriate content, or abuse other users. You may delete your account at any time from your profile settings.

8. Intellectual Property

The PBookShare name, logo, and platform design are the property of PBookShare. Book cover images and metadata are used for identification purposes under fair use.

9. Changes to Terms

We may update these terms periodically. Continued use of the service after changes constitutes acceptance of the revised terms. Material changes will be communicated via email.

10. Governing Law

These terms are governed by the laws of the United States. Any disputes shall be resolved through binding arbitration.

11. Contact

Questions about these terms? Contact us at support@pbookshare.com.