Version: 1.0 • Last Updated: September 12, 2025
This policy document explains the rules, requirements, subscription models, posting fees, download charges, and revenue distribution for authors posting books on SmartToolsCloud. Please read carefully before posting your book.
1. All books must be original and created by the submitting author.
2. Plagiarism, copied, or unauthorized translations are strictly prohibited.
3. Every book must have a clear and descriptive title.
4. Each submission must include a cover image and PDF file.
5. The minimum posting fee is $3 for standard authors.
6. Custom posting requires a $5 base fee plus taxes.
7. Books must be uploaded in PDF format only.
8. Cover images must be in JPG or PNG format with good resolution.
9. Maximum PDF size should not exceed 50MB.
10. Maximum cover image size should not exceed 5MB.
11. Metadata must be accurate and reflect book content.
12. Misleading titles or false descriptions will lead to rejection.
13. All books will start in “pending” status before approval.
14. Moderators will review every submission manually.
15. Approval may take up to 72 hours after submission.
16. Books with hateful or offensive content will be banned.
17. Authors may not post extremist or violent material.
18. Pornographic or sexually explicit content is prohibited.
19. Books must not promote discrimination or racism.
20. Religious sensitivity must be respected in all content.
21. Books giving financial advice must include disclaimers.
22. Medical advice books must include health disclaimers.
23. Legal advice books must clearly mention limitations.
24. Misuse of brand names in titles is not allowed.
25. Spam or bulk posting the same content is prohibited.
26. Authors must maintain a professional tone in writing.
27. Broken or unreadable PDFs will be rejected.
28. Fake covers or misleading images are not permitted.
29. Books must be categorized correctly.
30. Fiction and non-fiction categories must not be mixed.
31. Children’s books must be safe for minors.
32. Educational books must contain factual information.
33. Authors must not encourage illegal activities.
34. Content violating intellectual property will be removed.
35. Books that encourage self-harm are not allowed.
36. Political propaganda is not accepted.
37. Authors may update their book after approval with review.
38. Any updated book will go back to pending status.
39. Rejected books cannot be re-posted without changes.
40. Refunds for posting fees are not provided.
41. Authors are responsible for their own tax obligations.
42. Payment details must be accurate for payout.
43. Authors must provide valid identity when requested.
44. Accounts with fake details may be suspended.
45. Authors are not allowed to sell duplicate versions.
46. Multi-part books must be posted with proper numbering.
47. Books must have at least 20 pages to qualify.
48. Very short content will be rejected.
49. Authors may not promote external links in books.
50. In-book advertisements must be clearly marked.
51. Free sample books must be marked as “sample”.
52. Authors cannot trick users with false pricing.
53. The platform reserves the right to remove any book.
54. Authors agree to the platform’s terms automatically.
55. Violations may lead to permanent account ban.
56. Earnings are credited only for valid downloads.
57. Manipulation of downloads is prohibited.
58. Fake accounts for boosting sales are not allowed.
59. Download activity is logged for security.
60. Books promoting scams will be banned.
61. Copyright takedown requests will be honored.
62. Government takedown orders will be followed.
63. Authors may not threaten readers or staff.
64. Harassment through books is not allowed.
65. Books must respect community standards.
66. Political neutrality is encouraged.
67. Controversial topics will be carefully reviewed.
68. Hate symbols are banned in covers or PDFs.
69. Duplicate posting under multiple accounts is banned.
70. Each author can have only one verified account.
71. Subscription readers can only access approved books.
72. Authors may not bypass subscription rules.
73. Fraudulent chargebacks will ban accounts.
74. Books cannot contain viruses or malicious files.
75. Technical violations may result in suspension.
76. Accounts inactive for 12 months may be archived.
77. Payouts are monthly to registered bank/PayPal.
78. Minimum payout threshold is $20.
79. Earnings will be rounded to the nearest cent.
80. Taxes are deducted before payout if required.
81. Authors must follow international copyright laws.
82. DRM protection may be applied to PDFs.
83. Authors must not share user personal data.
84. Privacy policy compliance is mandatory.
85. Books containing personal attacks are not allowed.
86. Satire is allowed but must be respectful.
87. Authors may not impersonate others.
88. Fake author names are not permitted.
89. Authors must keep their account secure.
90. Sharing login credentials is prohibited.
91. Passwords must be kept confidential.
92. Authors must use real payment details.
93. Fraudulent payments will be reported.
94. The platform may suspend payouts if fraud is detected.
95. Authors cannot request payouts before schedule.
96. Books once deleted cannot be restored.
97. Authors are responsible for backup copies.
98. Platform reserves the right to change pricing policies.
99. Continued posting means acceptance of changes.
100. Authors acknowledge compliance with all government laws.
101. Authors must provide accurate and truthful information in their profiles.
102. Authors must verify their identity when required by the platform.
103. Fake profiles or impersonation will result in account termination.
104. Authors must not attempt to bypass moderation or approval systems.
105. Any attempt to hack or manipulate the system will lead to legal action.
106. Authors are responsible for maintaining the quality of their books.
107. Books with corrupted pages or unreadable text will be rejected.
108. Authors must clearly mention if their book is part of a series.
109. Each book in a series must be uploaded separately with numbering.
110. Authors may not submit incomplete drafts for publishing.
111. Authors must keep backups of their manuscripts.
112. Platform is not responsible for lost files or data.
113. Authors must not share their login credentials with others.
114. Multiple people using the same account is not allowed.
115. Each author account is meant for one individual only.
116. Organizations must apply separately for team accounts.
117. Authors may not sell, rent, or transfer their accounts.
118. Payment accounts must belong to the same person as the author profile.
119. Third-party payment accounts are not accepted.
120. Authors must regularly update their payment information.
121. Expired or invalid payment methods will delay payouts.
122. Authors are responsible for all bank charges during payout.
123. Payment disputes must be raised within 30 days of payout.
124. Authors must follow country-specific financial regulations.
125. The platform may freeze accounts under investigation.
126. Accounts linked to illegal activity will be permanently banned.
127. Authors must comply with international publishing standards.
128. Authors must ensure proper spelling and grammar in books.
129. Poorly formatted books may be rejected.
130. PDF files must be properly paginated and structured.
131. Authors may include a table of contents for easier navigation.
132. Authors may not include malicious links in their PDFs.
133. Advertising inside books must not mislead readers.
134. All advertisements must be clearly labeled as ads.
135. Books disguised as ads will be rejected.
136. Authors may not include affiliate links without disclosure.
137. Any revenue-sharing schemes must be transparent.
138. Ponzi schemes or get-rich-quick scams are prohibited.
139. Books must be suitable for a general audience unless categorized otherwise.
140. Explicit content must carry warnings if allowed by law.
141. Authors must declare sensitive content during submission.
142. Books containing graphic violence will be carefully reviewed.
143. Satirical or humorous content must not promote hate.
144. Authors must respect cultural sensitivities in their works.
145. Books containing discriminatory language will be rejected.
146. Authors must not harass staff through book content.
147. Harassment of other authors is strictly prohibited.
148. Cyberbullying through published material will not be tolerated.
149. Defamatory content against individuals or groups is banned.
150. Authors must declare co-authors during submission.
151. Revenue sharing between co-authors must be handled externally.
152. The platform will only pay the registered account owner.
153. Authors must not claim works of others as their own.
154. Books under copyright dispute may be temporarily suspended.
155. Final decisions on copyright disputes rest with legal authorities.
156. Authors must not publish leaked or confidential material.
157. Unauthorized publication of government documents is prohibited.
158. Books encouraging criminal activity are forbidden.
159. Authors must follow intellectual property laws globally.
160. Using copyrighted images without permission is not allowed.
161. Cover images must not violate trademarks.
162. Authors must ensure covers are not offensive.
163. Misuse of famous personalities on covers is prohibited.
164. Authors must respect privacy of living individuals.
165. Unauthorized biographies will be reviewed carefully.
166. Authors must not spread false information in non-fiction works.
167. Factual claims must be backed by reliable sources.
168. Educational content must maintain accuracy.
169. Scientific books must use verified data.
170. Religious books must avoid offensive interpretations.
171. Political books must follow election laws of relevant countries.
172. Books targeting specific groups unfairly are banned.
173. Authors must update metadata if book content changes significantly.
174. Mislabeling genres is not acceptable.
175. Books must not falsely claim awards or recognition.
176. Misleading bestseller tags will result in penalties.
177. Authors must not inflate reviews through fake accounts.
178. Fake reader testimonials are prohibited.
179. Authors must not bribe readers for reviews.
180. Review manipulation leads to permanent ban.
181. Authors must respond to support queries politely.
182. Abuse of support staff will result in account action.
183. Authors must follow GDPR and privacy regulations.
184. Collecting reader data without consent is prohibited.
185. Books must not contain spyware or hidden trackers.
186. QR codes inside books must be safe and secure.
187. Authors must not redirect readers to unsafe websites.
188. Platform reserves the right to scan books for safety.
189. Books failing safety scans may be rejected.
190. Authors are encouraged to proofread thoroughly before upload.
191. Authors must declare the language of the book accurately.
192. Multilingual books must specify all included languages.
193. Authors must not use misleading language labels.
194. Books must be tagged with proper keywords.
195. Keyword stuffing is not allowed in metadata.
196. Irrelevant tags may lead to rejection.
197. Platform may edit metadata for clarity.
198. Authors must respect decisions made by moderators.
199. Appeals against rejection can be submitted once per book.
200. Authors acknowledge that final approval lies with the platform.
201. Readers have the right to access books only after successful purchase or subscription.
202. Readers must receive complete and functional PDF files without corruption.
203. Books that fail to download properly can be re-downloaded at no extra cost.
204. Subscription readers can only view books approved by moderators.
205. Free previews or samples must be clearly marked as such.
206. Readers must be able to differentiate between free and paid books.
207. Books must not contain misleading watermarks or fake “free” labels.
208. Refunds for readers are only provided in rare cases of technical failure.
209. Readers must not redistribute downloaded PDFs illegally.
210. Unauthorized sharing of books may lead to account suspension.
211. Readers may report books they find offensive or harmful.
212. Reports are reviewed fairly and books may be removed if necessary.
213. The platform reserves the right to hide books under investigation.
214. Readers are protected from malicious content through moderation.
215. Books containing malware will be permanently removed.
216. Readers must not attempt to hack DRM protection systems.
217. Breaking DRM may result in legal consequences.
218. Readers may not demand refunds for personal preference reasons.
219. Refunds are not provided if the reader simply dislikes the book.
220. Readers must respect authors’ intellectual property.
221. Illegal resale of PDFs is strictly prohibited.
222. Readers must use their own accounts for purchases.
223. Sharing login details with others is not allowed.
224. Each account is intended for a single individual.
225. Family sharing options are not supported currently.
226. Readers must not misuse subscription features.
227. Download limits under subscription must be respected.
228. Circumventing download limits is a violation of policy.
229. Readers must not attempt to exploit payment loopholes.
230. Any suspicious activity may lead to temporary suspension.
231. Readers should contact support for genuine technical issues.
232. Abusive language in support tickets is not tolerated.
233. Readers must not threaten authors or staff members.
234. Reader reviews must be respectful and honest.
235. Fake or spam reviews will be removed.
236. Coordinated review manipulation is prohibited.
237. Reviews must reflect genuine personal experience.
238. Readers may not post offensive comments in reviews.
239. Personal attacks in reviews will result in deletion.
240. Readers must follow community guidelines at all times.
241. Reporting abuse through false claims is prohibited.
242. Malicious reporting may result in account warnings.
243. The platform protects readers from financial fraud.
244. Payment gateways are secured with encryption.
245. Readers must not attempt chargeback fraud.
246. Fraudulent chargebacks may result in legal action.
247. All reader activity is logged for safety and audit.
248. Data collected is used only for service improvements.
249. Readers’ personal data will not be sold to third parties.
250. Privacy of readers is respected under GDPR laws.
251. Subscription fees are billed monthly or annually as chosen.
252. Readers must cancel subscriptions before renewal date if desired.
253. No refunds are provided after subscription renewal.
254. Readers must update billing details to avoid interruption.
255. Failed subscription payments may suspend access temporarily.
256. Readers may switch subscription plans when available.
257. Downgrading plans may limit book access.
258. Upgrading plans may unlock additional content.
259. Promotional offers are subject to change without notice.
260. Discount codes must be used before their expiry date.
261. Expired codes cannot be redeemed.
262. Readers may not sell or transfer discount codes.
263. Fraudulent use of coupons will lead to suspension.
264. Discount misuse may invalidate all active offers.
265. Readers must not attempt to generate fake codes.
266. The platform has the right to cancel fraudulent orders.
267. Readers must not exploit system bugs for free access.
268. Reporting bugs responsibly is encouraged.
269. Exploiting bugs without disclosure is prohibited.
270. Readers should ensure devices meet system requirements.
271. Outdated software may affect reading experience.
272. Platform is not responsible for device compatibility issues.
273. Readers must use stable internet connections for downloads.
274. Interrupted downloads may require retries.
275. The platform does not guarantee offline availability.
276. Readers must not attempt to bypass geographic restrictions.
277. Certain books may not be available in all countries.
278. Licensing laws apply based on reader location.
279. Readers are responsible for complying with local laws.
280. The platform is not liable for unlawful use by readers.
281. Books once purchased remain available unless removed for violation.
282. Removed books cannot be guaranteed for re-download.
283. Readers are encouraged to download purchased books promptly.
284. Storage of books is the reader’s responsibility.
285. The platform may archive inactive content.
286. Readers must check regularly for updates or revisions.
287. Updated versions may replace previous editions.
288. Major revisions may require re-purchase.
289. Readers cannot demand free access to updated editions.
290. The platform is not liable for outdated content accuracy.
291. Books containing time-sensitive data may become obsolete.
292. Readers must verify information independently when needed.
293. The platform is not liable for decisions based on book advice.
294. Readers accept that books represent authors’ opinions only.
295. Content is not official guidance unless certified.
296. Books may contain errors despite review.
297. Readers are advised to use critical judgment.
298. Authors, not the platform, are responsible for content accuracy.
299. The platform provides distribution, not content endorsement.
300. By purchasing or subscribing, readers agree to all terms.
301. Content must not promote hate speech in any form.
302. Books that glorify terrorism will be permanently banned.
303. Child exploitation content is strictly prohibited.
304. Any violation of international child protection laws will result in legal action.
305. Authors must avoid content that incites violence.
306. Books promoting self-harm or suicide are not permitted.
307. Platforms must comply with takedown requests from governments.
308. Legal subpoenas for data will be respected fully.
309. Authors must avoid spreading political propaganda unlawfully.
310. Books must not contain instructions for making weapons.
311. Content promoting drug abuse is prohibited.
312. Books must not glorify criminal lifestyles.
313. Any attempt to sell illegal products through books will be blocked.
314. Scam-related content will result in suspension.
315. Money-laundering schemes disguised as books are forbidden.
316. The platform reserves the right to forward criminal evidence to law enforcement.
317. Books must comply with copyright and intellectual property laws.
318. Unauthorized translations require permission from original authors.
319. Fanfiction must clearly state its unofficial status.
320. Books that copy brand names unfairly will be rejected.
321. Authors must not infringe on celebrity rights without consent.
322. Unauthorized autobiographies may be challenged legally.
323. Books must not disclose confidential government information.
324. Leaked documents are prohibited unless lawfully published.
325. Authors must comply with freedom of speech laws responsibly.
326. Satire is permitted but must not incite hatred.
327. Religious content must avoid blasphemy or disrespect.
328. Cultural heritage must be treated with dignity.
329. Books insulting national symbols will be removed.
330. Books that promote racism will be banned.
331. Discriminatory language based on gender is not allowed.
332. LGBTQ-related books must avoid offensive stereotypes.
333. Minority groups must not be misrepresented negatively.
334. Authors must respect ethical publishing standards.
335. Scientific works must reference credible sources.
336. Data manipulation in research books is prohibited.
337. Misreporting of historical facts is discouraged.
338. Books spreading conspiracy theories will be reviewed carefully.
339. Authors must not publish fake medical cures.
340. Health-related claims must be supported by data.
341. Books offering investment advice must include disclaimers.
342. Gambling promotion is not allowed unless legally approved.
343. Books must not contain pyramid schemes.
344. Authors may not trick readers into unlawful payments.
345. False claims of certifications are banned.
346. Authors must disclose sponsorships if present.
347. Endorsements inside books must be real and verifiable.
348. Authors must not impersonate legal or medical professionals.
349. Credentials must be genuine if mentioned.
350. Misuse of academic titles is prohibited.
351. Authors are accountable for misleading readers.
352. Legal notices must be respected by all authors.
353. Platform reserves the right to block repeat offenders.
354. Books found illegal in one jurisdiction may be restricted regionally.
355. Regional bans may apply depending on law.
356. Authors must not encourage readers to break laws.
357. Content inciting protests or riots is prohibited.
358. Books cannot include instructions for cybercrime.
359. Authors must avoid hacking guides.
360. Malware disguised as books will be blocked instantly.
361. Authors may not include phishing links in PDFs.
362. Platform scans files for viruses before distribution.
363. Detected harmful files will be quarantined.
364. Repeated malware uploads result in permanent ban.
365. Books must not exploit sensitive tragedies for profit.
366. Disaster-related content must be factual and respectful.
367. False charity appeals through books are prohibited.
368. Books may not impersonate government publications.
369. Authors must not use fake seals or stamps.
370. False legal notices inside books are banned.
371. Defamation of individuals is not allowed.
372. False accusations may result in lawsuits.
373. Authors are liable for slanderous statements.
374. Platform will cooperate with defamation claims.
375. Books must not manipulate vulnerable audiences.
376. Exploiting children for sales is strictly prohibited.
377. Targeting elderly people with scams is banned.
378. Manipulating emotional trauma for profit is unethical.
379. Authors must respect mental health sensitivity.
380. Authors may not promote dangerous challenges.
381. Encouraging risky stunts is prohibited.
382. Self-destructive behavior promotion will result in removal.
383. Authors must not glamorize addictions.
384. Books glorifying alcohol misuse are not allowed.
385. Smoking promotion is discouraged unless educational.
386. Authors must mark content warnings where necessary.
387. Trigger warnings should be included for sensitive topics.
388. Violent imagery in books must be minimized.
389. Books depicting torture are not allowed.
390. Authors must handle mature content responsibly.
391. Crime-related fiction is allowed but must not encourage crime.
392. Authors must separate fact and fiction clearly.
393. Historical fiction must not rewrite facts offensively.
394. Alternate history books must disclose they are fictional.
395. Authors may not exploit ongoing wars for propaganda.
396. Books that spread fake news are prohibited.
397. Disinformation campaigns will be blocked.
398. Authors may not publish AI-generated books without disclosure.
399. Transparency in creation tools is required.
400. AI-generated works must follow the same rules as human works.
401. The platform reserves the right to update these policies at any time.
402. Updated policies apply to all authors automatically once published.
403. Continued posting after updates means acceptance of new rules.
404. Authors must regularly review the policy page for changes.
405. The platform reserves the right to suspend accounts without prior notice if rules are broken.
406. Suspended accounts may appeal within 14 days of action.
407. Appeals will be reviewed by a moderation team fairly.
408. Repeated violations after appeal may result in permanent ban.
409. Platform reserves the right to permanently remove any content.
410. Authors must not attempt to re-register with banned credentials.
411. Duplicate accounts by banned users will also be terminated.
412. The platform may block IP addresses of repeat violators.
413. Authors must cooperate during investigations of violations.
414. Failure to respond to compliance queries may result in suspension.
415. Authors must provide valid government identification if requested.
416. Failure to provide identification may delay payouts.
417. Authors under investigation cannot withdraw funds until cleared.
418. Fraudulent use of identity documents will lead to legal action.
419. The platform is not liable for disputes between co-authors.
420. Revenue distribution agreements between co-authors must be external.
421. Authors may not transfer ownership of published books without approval.
422. Selling accounts or books outside the platform is prohibited.
423. Unauthorized resale of platform content is forbidden.
424. The platform reserves the right to revoke unauthorized sales.
425. Authors may not publish political propaganda under false identity.
426. All political books must comply with election laws.
427. Governments may request regional restrictions on books.
428. The platform will comply with lawful government restrictions.
429. Authors must not evade regional bans with fake metadata.
430. Attempting to bypass bans may result in account closure.
431. Authors acknowledge that laws vary across jurisdictions.
432. Books available in one region may not be visible in another.
433. The platform will not refund purchases blocked by law.
434. Authors must not blame the platform for government restrictions.
435. All payouts are final after processing.
436. Disputed payouts must be raised before the next cycle.
437. Payout adjustments after cycle close are not possible.
438. Platform reserves the right to withhold payouts under investigation.
439. Authors must report suspected fraud in their accounts immediately.
440. Failure to report suspicious activity may lead to liability.
441. Authors are responsible for securing their login devices.
442. The platform is not liable for breaches due to weak passwords.
443. Password resets must be handled through secure official channels.
444. Sharing OTPs or reset codes is prohibited.
445. Authors must log out of public devices after use.
446. Authors must not use unauthorized scripts to automate posting.
447. Bots or auto-upload tools are prohibited.
448. Only official APIs may be used if provided.
449. Violations of API use may result in key revocation.
450. Authors may not scrape data from the platform.
451. Unauthorized data collection is prohibited.
452. Books must not embed trackers without disclosure.
453. Privacy of readers must be respected at all times.
454. Selling reader information is strictly forbidden.
455. Platform may take legal action against privacy breaches.
456. Books containing doxxing information will be banned.
457. Authors must not reveal personal addresses of individuals.
458. Publishing phone numbers without consent is prohibited.
459. Sensitive personal data cannot be included without permission.
460. Violations of privacy laws may result in account termination.
461. The platform reserves the right to cooperate with law enforcement fully.
462. Government requests for data will be honored within legal frameworks.
463. Authors consent to compliance with international law.
464. Authors cannot refuse data sharing when legally required.
465. The platform is not liable for consequences of government enforcement.
466. Authors must avoid posting books that endanger national security.
467. Content inciting rebellion or terrorism is banned.
468. Authors are prohibited from encouraging unlawful protests.
469. The platform will restrict books flagged by authorities.
470. Banned authors cannot request compensation for lost sales.
471. Authors acknowledge revenue loss risk from policy violations.
472. The platform may publish transparency reports on takedowns.
473. Authors agree their names may appear in such reports if needed.
474. Authors cannot sue the platform for following the law.
475. All disputes must be resolved under the platform’s jurisdiction.
476. The governing law of operations will be specified in terms.
477. Authors agree to binding arbitration in case of disputes.
478. Court cases may only proceed where legally allowed.
479. The platform reserves the right to terminate service entirely.
480. Authors will be notified in case of shutdown of services.
481. In shutdown scenarios, pending payouts will be processed first.
482. Authors must withdraw pending balances within 90 days.
483. After 90 days, unclaimed balances will be forfeited.
484. The platform will not be liable for expired balances.
485. Final closure notices will be posted on official channels.
486. Authors must follow announcements for service changes.
487. Failure to stay updated is the author’s responsibility.
488. Email notifications are considered official communication.
489. Authors must keep their email addresses updated.
490. The platform is not responsible for missed notifications.
491. Authors are encouraged to join community forums for updates.
492. Community discussions must remain respectful.
493. Abusive behavior in forums will result in account penalties.
494. Authors may share feedback to improve the platform.
495. Suggestions do not guarantee implementation.
496. The platform reserves full discretion over new features.
497. Authors cannot demand feature releases as entitlement.
498. By posting books, authors agree to abide by all rules.
499. This policy is binding from the moment of posting.
500. Authors acknowledge government compliance clause as final and enforceable.
If laws or regulations are violated, SmartToolsCloud reserves the right to share all relevant user and book data with government authorities. No excuses or appeals will be entertained later.