Terms of Use

Last updated 7 January 2026

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing and using https://dmskazka.com (the "Website"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Use. If you do not agree to these terms, please do not use the Website.

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. Changes will be effective upon posting. Your continued use of the Website after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the modified Terms.

2. Copyright and Intellectual Property

2.1 Ownership

All content on this Website, including but not limited to text, literary works, excerpts, stories, articles, images, graphics, logos, and design elements (the "Content"), is protected by copyright and other intellectual property laws.

The Content is owned by Dmitry Skazka or its licensors and is protected under applicable copyright laws and international treaties.

2.2 All Rights Reserved

Unless otherwise stated, all rights to the Content are reserved. No part of the Content may be reproduced, distributed, transmitted, displayed, published, or broadcast without prior written permission from the copyright owner.

2.3 Permitted Use

You may:

• View and read the Content for personal, non-commercial purposes
• Share links to the Website on social media or other platforms
• Quote brief excerpts (up to 300 words) with proper attribution and a link back to the original source

2.4 Prohibited Use

You may NOT:

• Copy, reproduce, or republish substantial portions of the Content without written permission
• Use the Content for commercial purposes without authorization
• Modify, adapt, or create derivative works based on the Content
• Remove or alter any copyright notices, author attributions, or other proprietary markings
• Use automated systems (bots, scrapers) to extract or collect Content from the Website
• Present the Content as your own work or falsely attribute it to another author

2.5 Proper Attribution

When quoting or referencing Content from this Website, you must:

• Clearly identify the author: Dmitry Skazka
• Include a link to the original source on this Website
• Indicate if any modifications were made to the quoted text
• Not imply endorsement by the author unless explicitly given

3. User Conduct

When using this Website, you agree to:

• Use the Website in a lawful manner
• Not attempt to gain unauthorized access to any part of the Website
• Not transmit any malicious code, viruses, or harmful software
• Not engage in any activity that disrupts or interferes with the Website's operation
• Respect the intellectual property rights of the author and third parties

4. Third-Party Links

This Website may contain links to third-party websites or resources. These links are provided for convenience only. We do not control or endorse these external sites and are not responsible for their content, privacy practices, or terms of use.

5. Content Nature and Disclaimer

5.1 Creative and Fictional Content

The Content on this Website may include creative writing, fiction, poetry, essays, and other literary works intended for entertainment and artistic purposes.

5.2 Fictional Nature

Any characters, events, places, and situations depicted in fictional works are products of the author's imagination or are used fictitiously. Any resemblance to actual persons (living or dead), events, or locations is entirely coincidental unless explicitly stated otherwise.

5.3 Views and Opinions

Views, opinions, beliefs, and perspectives expressed in the Content, whether through characters, narratives, or essays, are those of the author or fictional characters and do not necessarily reflect the views of any organization, institution, or third party.

The presentation of particular viewpoints, lifestyles, or situations in creative works does not constitute endorsement or recommendation of such viewpoints or behaviors.

5.4 No Professional Advice

The Content on this Website is not intended to provide and should not be construed as:

• Legal, medical, financial, or professional advice
• Psychological or therapeutic guidance
• Factual or scientific information (unless explicitly stated)

If you require professional advice, please consult a qualified expert in the relevant field.

5.5 Emotional Impact and Sensitive Content

Some Content may explore complex emotional, social, or philosophical subjects that may not be suitable for all audiences.

By using this Website, you acknowledge that exposure to such content is at your own discretion and risk.

5.6 Individual Responsibility

You are responsible for:

• Determining whether the Content is suitable for you
• Managing your own emotional and psychological responses to the Content
• Deciding how to interpret and apply any ideas or themes from the Content to your own life

5.7 No Liability for Impact

We are not responsible for:

• Emotional, psychological, or other personal reactions to the Content
• Any decisions or actions you take based on or inspired by the Content
• Disagreement with or offense taken to ideas, themes, or perspectives presented in the Content
• Any consequences arising from your interpretation or application of the Content

6. Disclaimer of Warranties

The Website and Content are provided "as is" without warranties of any kind, either express or implied.

We do not warrant that:

• The Website will be available at all times or free from errors
• The Content is accurate, complete, or current (except for explicitly factual materials)
• Any defects will be corrected
• The Content will meet your expectations or be suitable for your particular purpose

7. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, we shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages arising from:

• Your use or inability to use the Website
• Any errors or omissions in the Content
• Any unauthorized access to or use of the Website
• Any interruption or cessation of the Website

8. Copyright Infringement Claims

If you believe that any Content on this Website infringes your copyright, please contact us with the following information:

• Identification of the copyrighted work claimed to be infringed
• Identification of the material that is claimed to be infringing
• Your contact information (email address)
• A statement that you have a good faith belief that the use is not authorized
• A statement that the information provided is accurate

Contact: mail@dmskazka.com

9. Permissions and Licensing

9.1 Requesting Permission

For permission to use Content beyond the scope of permitted use outlined in Section 2.3, please contact us at mail@dmskazka.com with:

• Description of the Content you wish to use
• Intended use (publication, adaptation, translation, etc.)
• Format and medium (print, digital, audio, etc.)
• Territory and duration of use

We will review requests on a case-by-case basis.

9.2 Translation Rights

Translation rights for published works may be subject to agreements with publishers. Please inquire about availability.

10. Termination

We reserve the right to terminate or suspend access to the Website at any time, without notice, for any reason, including violation of these Terms.

11. General Provisions

These Terms shall be interpreted in accordance with principles of fairness and good faith. In the event of any dispute, parties agree to first attempt resolution through direct communication.

12. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.

13. Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy and Cookie Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and us regarding use of the Website.

14. Contact Information

For questions about these Terms of Use, copyright permissions, or other inquiries, please contact us:

Email: mail@dmskazka.com