Legal Considerations and Terms of Service

1. arXiv API Usage and Compliance

1.1 Authorized Use of arXiv Content

ArchivePapers operates in full compliance with arXiv.org's terms of use and API guidelines:

  • We provide free access to all arXiv papers in their original PDF format
  • No modifications are made to the original scientific content
  • All papers remain freely accessible as intended by arXiv.org
  • We respect arXiv's rate limits and usage policies
  • Proper attribution is maintained for all academic content

1.2 Content Licensing

All scientific papers accessed through our app are subject to their original licenses:

  • Most arXiv papers are available under permissive licenses (CC BY, CC BY-SA, etc.)
  • Some papers may have specific licensing terms set by authors
  • Users must respect the original licensing terms of each paper
  • Commercial use depends on the individual paper's license

1.3 API Terms Compliance

Our app adheres to arXiv's API usage guidelines:

  • Requests are made at appropriate intervals to avoid server overload
  • We cache content locally to minimize repeated API calls
  • No automated bulk downloading or scraping is performed
  • User access patterns respect arXiv's fair use policies

2. Service Offerings and Pricing

2.1 Free Services

The following services are provided at no cost:

  • PDF Access: Complete access to all arXiv papers in original PDF format
  • Search and Browse: Full search capabilities across arXiv's database
  • Offline Reading: Local caching of papers for offline access
  • Account Features: User accounts, saved articles, and cross-device sync

2.2 Paid Services

We offer optional premium services for enhanced user experience:

  • PDF-to-HTML Conversion: $0.015 per page
  • Page Detection: Automatic page count detection for accurate pricing
  • Purpose: Improved mobile readability and accessibility
  • Content Integrity: No modifications to scientific content or conclusions
  • Format Enhancement: Better typography, responsive design, and mobile optimization

2.3 Service Limitations

Important clarifications about our conversion service:

  • We do not modify, edit, or alter scientific content
  • Conversions are format transformations only (PDF → HTML)
  • Original mathematical equations and figures are preserved
  • No editorial or peer review services are provided
  • We do not claim ownership of any scientific content

3. Intellectual Property Rights

3.1 Scientific Content

  • All scientific papers remain the intellectual property of their original authors
  • ArchivePapers claims no ownership over academic content
  • Citations and authorship information are preserved in all formats
  • Users must respect original copyright and licensing terms

3.2 App Technology

  • The ArchivePapers app and its underlying technology are proprietary
  • Our conversion algorithms and user interface are protected intellectual property
  • Third-party libraries and services are used under appropriate licenses

4. User Responsibilities

4.1 Acceptable Use

Users must:

  • Use the service for legitimate academic and research purposes
  • Respect the intellectual property rights of authors
  • Comply with applicable laws and regulations
  • Not attempt to reverse engineer or circumvent security measures

4.2 Prohibited Activities

Users may not:

  • Use the service for automated bulk downloading
  • Share account credentials with others
  • Attempt to access or modify other users' data
  • Use the service to violate copyright laws
  • Engage in activities that could harm the service or other users

5. Third-Party Services

5.1 Service Providers

Our app integrates with the following third-party services:

  • arXiv.org: Source of all scientific papers
  • Firebase/Google Cloud: Authentication and data storage
  • Google Play: In-app purchase processing
  • Mathpix: PDF-to-HTML conversion technology

5.2 Third-Party Terms

Use of our service is also subject to the terms of service of:

  • arXiv.org terms of use
  • Google Firebase terms of service
  • Google Play terms of service
  • Mathpix API terms of service

6. Disclaimer and Limitations

6.1 Service Availability

  • We strive for high availability but cannot guarantee 100% uptime
  • Service may be interrupted for maintenance or technical issues
  • Conversion quality may vary depending on the original PDF structure

6.2 Content Accuracy

  • We do not verify or validate the accuracy of scientific content
  • Users should verify information independently
  • Conversion process may occasionally introduce formatting errors
  • Original PDF format should be considered authoritative

6.3 Liability Limitations

  • Service is provided "as is" without warranties
  • We are not liable for decisions made based on accessed content
  • Maximum liability is limited to the amount paid for services

7. Data Protection and Privacy

Our data handling practices are governed by:

  • Our comprehensive Privacy Policy
  • GDPR compliance for EU users
  • CCPA compliance for California users
  • Industry-standard security practices

8. Payment and Refunds

8.1 Payment Processing

  • All payments are processed securely through Google Play In-App Purchase
  • We do not store credit card information
  • Receipts are provided for all transactions
  • Page count is automatically detected for accurate pricing

8.2 Refund Policy

  • Refunds are handled according to the app store's policies
  • Technical issues with conversions may be eligible for refunds
  • Refund requests should be submitted within 30 days

9. Termination

We may terminate or suspend access to our service:

  • For violations of these terms
  • For suspected fraudulent activity
  • If required by law or regulation
  • Upon user request for account deletion

10. Changes to Terms

We may update these terms periodically. Users will be notified of significant changes through:

  • In-app notifications
  • Email notifications to registered users
  • Updates to this webpage

11. Contact Information

For legal questions or concerns:

  • Email: olekshodzko@gmail.com
  • General Support: olekshodzko@gmail.com
  • Website: https://archivepapers.github.io

12. Governing Law

These terms are governed by the laws of the jurisdiction where our service is operated, without regard to conflict of law principles.