Welcome to Pocke Vibes (“we,” “our,” or “us”). These Terms and Conditions govern your participation in our Write2Earn Program (“Program”) and use of our website and services. By participating in the Program and using the services provided by Pocke Vibes, you (“you,” “your,” or “author”) agree to be bound by these Terms. Please read them carefully before submitting your work or engaging with our platform.
1. Eligibility
To participate in the Write2Earn Program, your novel must meet the following criteria:
- Be an original, long-form fiction novel in Hindi language.
- Meet performance standards based on reader engagement.
- Be selected for inclusion in the Program after review by our team.
2. Revenue & Incentives
The Write2Earn Program provides the opportunity for authors to earn revenue through:
- Sponsored by Readers & Ads: Revenue will be generated through reader engagement and advertisements.
- Lifetime Revenue Share: Authors will receive minimum 45% revenue share after applicable taxes and payment gateway charges.
- Incentive Rewards: Authors may be eligible for additional incentives sponsored by Pocke Vibes once their novel is approved for the Program.
Once your novel is approved and selected for the Program, it will remain eligible for these rewards as long as its performance remains satisfactory.
3. Revenue Share
- Minimum 45% Revenue Share: Authors will receive at least 45% of the revenue generated, after deduction of taxes and payment gateway charges.
- Payment with Incentive: After your novel is approved, the revenue share will be 30% with an additional incentive based on performance.
- Payment Schedule: Revenue share payments will be processed and transferred to your bank account between the 1st and 7th day of each month.
- Minimum Payout: Payments will only be made if the revenue share amount reaches a minimum of ₹100. Any amount below this will be carried over to the next month.
- Deficit Payment: If there is a deficit in your revenue share, the remaining amount will be paid in the next month.
4. Incentive Programs
- New Novel Bonus: Authors are eligible for a one-time bonus based on the word count of the approved novel.
- 1,50,000 words: ₹18,000
- Monthly Update Bonus: Authors can earn an incentive for updating their novels regularly, based on word count:
- Up to 50,000 words: Incentive rate of ₹0.10 per word.
- Incentive Rates:
- Daily chapter updates: ₹0.12 per word
- Miss more than 2 days: ₹0.10 per word
- Miss more than 5 days: ₹0.07 per word
- Miss more than 15 days: No payment for that period
Incentives are dependent on your novel’s performance and regularity in updates. If the novel’s performance drops, it may no longer be eligible for these rewards.
5. Novel Selection & Performance Criteria
- Pocke Vibes reserves the right to select or reject any novel based on its performance and engagement with readers.
- The novel’s performance is evaluated based on factors such as reader engagement, chapter updates, and overall feedback.
- If the performance of your novel is deemed insufficient, it may be removed from the Program or excluded from further incentives.
6. Account and Payment Information
- Authors must provide accurate bank account details to receive revenue share payments.
- It is your responsibility to keep your account information updated. Failure to provide correct details may result in delayed payments.
7. Subscription Plans & User Payments
- Unlocking Locked Chapters: Users can unlock locked chapters by making a one-time payment or subscribing to a plan. Subscription fees are subject to the terms and conditions provided during the subscription process.
- Refund Policy: Once a user has made a payment and subscribed, no refund will be provided in case of cancellation before the subscription term ends.
- Subscription Changes: Pocke Vibes reserves the right to change or modify subscription plans at any time without prior notice. Any changes will be communicated to users through the platform or email.
8. Taxes & Legal Compliance
- All revenue earned through the Write2Earn Program is subject to applicable taxes as per Indian laws. Authors are responsible for ensuring that they comply with any tax obligations.
- Authors agree to indemnify and hold Pocke Vibes harmless from any tax-related issues arising from their participation in the Program.
9. Modification of Terms
- Pocke Vibes reserves the right to modify or update these Terms and Conditions at any time. Any changes will be communicated to you via email or on our website. Continuing to use the platform after such changes constitutes your acceptance of the modified Terms.
10. Termination and Suspension
- Pocke Vibes may suspend or terminate your participation in the Program if you violate these Terms or fail to meet the necessary performance criteria.
- In case of termination, any payments due to you will be processed according to the current month’s revenue, provided the minimum payout is met.
11. Limitation of Liability
- Pocke Vibes is not liable for any loss, damage, or disruption caused by errors, omissions, or technical issues related to the platform or payment processing.
- We make no guarantees regarding the success or income generated by your novel under the Write2Earn Program, as this depends on reader engagement and other factors outside our control.
12. Governing Law
- These Terms and Conditions are governed by the laws of India. Any disputes that arise from or in connection with these Terms will be resolved in the courts located in [Insert City], India.
13. Contact Information
For any questions or concerns regarding these Terms, please contact us at [Insert Email Address].
By submitting your novel to the Write2Earn Program or using the platform, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to these Terms and Conditions.
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