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Terms of Service

Effective date: May 11, 2026 — Last revised: June 5, 2026
These Terms apply exclusively to CosmicWriter software. They do not govern the Cosmic Horizons website (cosmichorizons.org) or its content.

Product: CosmicWriter desktop software
Developer: Mark Cox / Cosmic Horizons
Contact: [email protected]

1. Acceptance

By purchasing, downloading, or using CosmicWriter you agree to these Terms. If you do not agree, do not use the software.

2. License Grant

Upon purchase you receive a non-exclusive, non-transferable license to install and use CosmicWriter on up to two (2) personal computers that you own or control. You may not sublicense, sell, rent, lease, or otherwise transfer the software or your license key to any third party.

3. Restrictions

  • Do not reverse engineer, decompile, or disassemble the software.
  • Do not remove or alter any license, copyright, or proprietary notices.
  • Do not use the software to build a competing product or service.
  • Do not share, publish, or distribute your license key.
  • Do not use the software in violation of any applicable law, including laws governing the content you publish.

4. Third-Party Services

CosmicWriter connects to third-party APIs (AI providers, image providers, WordPress). Your use of those services is governed by their own terms. We are not responsible for the availability, accuracy, or cost of third-party APIs.

5. Updates

We may release updates to CosmicWriter from time to time. Updates are provided at our discretion and are not guaranteed. We reserve the right to change features or discontinue the software with reasonable notice.

6. No Warranty

CosmicWriter is provided "as is" without warranty of any kind, express or implied, including but not limited to warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, or non-infringement. We do not warrant that the software will be error-free or uninterrupted.

7. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, in no event shall Mark Cox or Cosmic Horizons be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, including loss of profits or data, arising out of your use of CosmicWriter, even if advised of the possibility of such damages. Our total liability shall not exceed the amount you paid for the software in the twelve months preceding the claim.

8. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Mark Cox, Cosmic Horizons, and their successors from and against any claims, damages, losses, liabilities, costs, and expenses (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising out of or related to: (a) your use of CosmicWriter; (b) any content you create, publish, or distribute using the software; (c) your violation of these Terms; or (d) your violation of any third-party rights.

9. Refund Policy

See our separate Refund Policy.

10. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of Illinois, United States, without regard to conflict of law principles. Any disputes shall be resolved in the courts of Madison County, Illinois.

11. Changes to These Terms

We may update these Terms at any time. We will note the effective date at the top of this page. If you are located in the EU/EEA, we will notify you of any material changes by email before they take effect. For all other users, continued use of CosmicWriter after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.

12. Contact

Questions about these Terms? Email [email protected].

© 2026 Mark Cox / Cosmic Horizons. All rights reserved.

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