Please Note
Content Authenticity
While many stories on Epic Storyum are based on real events and personal experiences, some may include fictional elements for dramatic effect. Each story is categorized to help you understand its nature, whether it’s historical, based on personal experiences, or inspired by real events.
Submission Guidelines
We welcome story submissions from our community. All submissions are subject to review and must adhere to our content guidelines. Stories containing hate speech, explicit content, or any material that violates our community standards will not be accepted. For more details, please refer to our Site Rules and FAQ page.
#Privacy and Anonymity
We respect the privacy of our contributors. If you prefer to submit a story anonymously, please indicate this in your submission, and we will ensure your identity remains confidential. For more information on how we handle personal data, please review our Privacy Policy below.
#Community Engagement
We encourage respectful and constructive engagement in our forum and comment sections. Please be considerate of others' opinions and experiences. Any form of harassment, discrimination, or inappropriate behavior will not be tolerated and may result in the suspension of your account.
#Copyright and Usage
By submitting a story to Epic Storyum, you grant us the right to publish and share your content on our platform. You retain the copyright to your work. For more details, please refer to our Terms of Use.
#Content Reporting
If you encounter any issues or inappropriate content on our site, please report it to us immediately using the Report Problem found on the relevant page. We take such reports seriously and will address them promptly.
#Support and Donations
Epic Storyum relies on the support of our community to maintain and grow our platform. If you enjoy our content and would like to support us, please consider making a donation. Visit our Support Us page for more information.
#Updates and Changes
We may update our policies and guidelines from time to time to ensure the best experience for our users. Please check this section regularly for any updates. Your continued use of the site signifies your acceptance of any changes.
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Terms of Use
Welcome to Epic Storyum. By accessing or using our website, you agree to comply with and be bound by the following terms and conditions:
1. Acceptance of Terms
By using Epic Storyum, you accept these Terms of Use in full. If you disagree with any part of these terms, you must not use our website.
2. Intellectual Property Rights
Unless otherwise stated, we or our licensors own the intellectual property rights in the website and material on the website. You may view, download for caching purposes only, and print pages for your personal use, subject to the restrictions set out below.
3. Prohibited Uses
You must not:
- Republish material from this website without prior permission.
- Sell, rent, or sub-license material from the website.
- Reproduce, duplicate, copy, or otherwise exploit material on our website for a commercial purpose.
- Edit or modify any material on the website.
4. User Content
By submitting content to Epic Storyum, you grant us a worldwide, irrevocable, non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use, reproduce, adapt, publish, translate, and distribute your content in any existing or future media. You also grant us the right to sub-license these rights.
5. Limitation of Liability
Epic Storyum will not be liable for any indirect, special, or consequential loss or damage arising out of or in connection with the use of our website.
6. Account Termination
We may terminate your access to the website without notice if you violate these terms or any applicable law.
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Privacy Policy
We are committed to protecting your privacy. This policy outlines how we handle your personal information:
1. Information Collection
We may collect, store, and use the following kinds of personal information:
- Information about your computer and your visits to and use of this website.
- Information that you provide when registering with our website.
- Information that you provide for the purpose of subscribing to our email notifications and/or newsletters.
- Information that you provide when submitting stories or content to our website.
2. Use of Information
Personal information submitted to us will be used for the purposes specified in this policy or on the relevant pages of the website. We may use your personal information to:
- Administer the website.
- Personalize the website for you.
- Enable your use of the services available on the website.
- Send you non-marketing commercial communications.
- Send you email notifications that you have specifically requested.
- Send you our newsletter if you have signed up for it.
3. Data Security
We will take reasonable technical and organizational precautions to prevent the loss, misuse, or alteration of your personal information.
4. Cookies
Our website uses cookies. By using our website and agreeing to this policy, you consent to our use of cookies in accordance with the terms of this policy.
5. Third-Party Sharing
We will not, without your express consent, provide your personal information to any third parties for the purpose of direct marketing.
6. Your Rights
You may instruct us to provide you with any personal information we hold about you; provision of such information will be subject to the supply of appropriate evidence of your identity.
7. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at epicstoryum@gmail.com
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Cookie Policy
Our website uses cookies. By using our website, you consent to our use of cookies:
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are files that are stored on your browser or device by websites, apps, online media, and advertisements. They are used to remember your preferences and tailor content to you.
2. Types of Cookies We Use
- Essential Cookies: Necessary for the operation of our website.
- Performance Cookies: Collect information about how visitors use our website.
- Functionality Cookies: Remember choices you make and improve your experience.
- Targeting Cookies: Deliver advertisements more relevant to you and your interests.
3. Managing Cookies
You can control and/or delete cookies as you wish. You can delete all cookies that are already on your computer and set most browsers to prevent them from being placed. However, if you do this, you may have to manually adjust some preferences every time you visit a site, and some services and functionalities may not work.
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Submission Guidelines
**We welcome your story submissions. To ensure a positive experience for all, please follow these guidelines:**
1. Content Standards
- Stories should be original and not published elsewhere.
- Content must be respectful and appropriate for a general audience.
- No hate speech, explicit content, or material that violates our community standards.
2. Submission Process
- Submit your story through our forum page.
- Include a brief summary and any relevant images.
- Our editorial team will review your submission and notify you of its status.
3. Plagiarism
- We take plagiarism seriously. Ensure all content is your own work or properly attributed.
- Plagiarized content will be rejected, and repeat offenders may be banned.
4. Content License
- By submitting your story, you grant Epic Storyum a worldwide, irrevocable, non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use, reproduce, adapt, publish, translate, and distribute your content in any existing or future media.
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Content License Agreement
**By submitting your content to Epic Storyum, you agree to the following terms:**
1. License Grant
You grant us a worldwide, irrevocable, non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use, reproduce, adapt, publish, translate, and distribute your content in any existing or future media. You also grant us the right to sub-license these rights.
2. Copyright
You retain the copyright to your work. This agreement allows us to use your content while you maintain ownership.
3. Modifications
We reserve the right to edit your content for clarity, grammar, and relevance, while maintaining the original meaning and context.
4. Attribution
We will credit you as the author of the content unless you request to remain anonymous.
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DMCA Policy
**We respect intellectual property rights and comply with the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA):**
1. Reporting Infringement
If you believe that your copyright-protected work has been posted on Epic Storyum without your permission, you may submit a DMCA Notice to our designated agent at epicstoryum@gmail.com
2. Required Information
Your DMCA Notice must include:
- Your contact information.
- Identification of the copyrighted work claimed to be infringed.
- Identification of the infringing material and its location on our website.
- A statement that you have a good faith belief that the use of the material is not authorized by the copyright owner.
- A statement that the information in the notice is accurate and, under penalty of perjury, that you are authorized to act on behalf of the copyright owner.
- Your physical or electronic signature.
3. Counter-Notice
If you believe that your content was removed in error, you may file a counter-notice with our designated agent. Your counter-notice must include:
- Your contact information.
- Identification of the removed content and its location before removal.
- A statement under penalty of perjury that you have a good faith belief that the content was removed by mistake or misidentification.
- A statement that you consent to the jurisdiction of the federal court in your district and that you will accept service of process from the person who provided the original DMCA Notice.
- Your physical or electronic signature.
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Disclaimer
**The content on Epic Storyum is for informational and entertainment purposes only:**
1. No Warranties
We do not guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or usefulness of any content on our website. The content is provided "as is" without any warranties of any kind, either express or implied.
2. Not Professional Advice
The content on our website is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice. Always seek the advice of a qualified professional with any questions you may have regarding a particular matter.
3. External Links
Our website may contain links to external sites. We are not responsible for the content or practices of these sites. Visiting any linked site is at your own risk.
4. Limitation of Liability
Epic Storyum will not be liable for any damages of any kind arising from the use of this website or from any information, content, or services included on or otherwise made available to you through this website.
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Contact Us
For any questions, concerns, or support, please contact us at:
- Email: epicstoryum@gmail.com