TERMS OF SERVICE

Last Updated: March 26, 2026

AGREEMENT TO TERMS

By accessing www.thebrief.ing (“Site”) or purchasing products from The Briefing (“we,” “us,” or “our”), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service (“Terms”). If you do not agree to these Terms, do not use our Site or purchase our products.

  1. DEFINITIONS

“The Briefing” or “we” or “us” refers to the company operating www.thebrief.ing “You” or “Customer” refers to the individual accessing our Site or purchasing our products “Products” refers to digital books (PDFs) and physical books (paperback/hardcover) “Subscription” refers to our monthly book subscription service “Services” refers to all products and services offered by The Briefing

  1. SUBSCRIPTION TERMS

2.1 Subscription Plans

We offer the following subscription plans:

  • Digital Subscription: $10/month (PDF only)
  • Paperback Subscription: $19/month (physical book + digital PDF, worldwide shipping included)
  • Hardcover Subscription: $26/month (hardcover book + digital PDF, limited availability)

2.2 Billing and Renewal

  • Subscriptions are billed monthly on the date you subscribe
  • Subscriptions automatically renew each month unless cancelled
  • You will be charged on the same day each month
  • We will send a reminder email before each billing cycle

2.3 Cancellation

  • You may cancel your subscription at any time
  • Cancellation takes effect at the end of your current billing period
  • You retain access to all books received during your subscription
  • No refunds for partial months
  • To cancel, email support@thebrief.ing or use your account dashboard

2.4 Changes to Subscription Plans

We reserve the right to:

  • Change subscription pricing with 30 days advance notice
  • Modify subscription features with notice
  • Discontinue subscription plans with 60 days notice

Current subscribers will be grandfathered at their existing price for 12 months from any price change.

  1. ONE-TIME PURCHASES

3.1 Individual Books

You may purchase individual books without a subscription:

  • Digital books (PDF): One-time purchase, instant download
  • Physical books (paperback/hardcover): One-time purchase, shipped within 3-5 business days

3.2 Payment

Payment is due at time of purchase. We accept:

  • Credit cards (Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover)
  • PayPal
  • Other payment methods as offered at checkout
  1. DELIVERY TERMS

4.1 Digital Products

  • Digital books (PDFs) are delivered via email within 24 hours of purchase
  • Download links are valid for 30 days
  • You may re-download books from your account dashboard at any time
  • File format: PDF optimized for reading on tablets, e-readers, and computers

4.2 Physical Products

  • Physical books ship within 3-5 business days of order
  • Shipping times vary by location (see Shipping Policy for details)
  • You will receive tracking information via email
  • Books are printed on-demand using Amazon KDP or similar services

4.3 Subscription Delivery Schedule

  • Digital books: Delivered on the 1st of each month
  • Physical books: Shipped on the 1st of each month, arrive within 7-14 days depending on location
  1. REFUND POLICY

5.1 30-Day Money-Back Guarantee

We offer a 30-day money-back guarantee on all purchases:

  • Request a refund within 30 days of purchase
  • No questions asked
  • Full refund to original payment method
  • See our Refund Policy page for complete details

5.2 Subscription Refunds

  • First month: Full refund if cancelled within 30 days
  • Subsequent months: Refund available for current month if requested within 30 days of billing

5.3 Physical Book Returns

  • Physical books may be returned within 30 days for full refund
  • Books must be in original condition
  • Return shipping costs are your responsibility unless product is defective
  • Contact support@thebrief.ing for return authorization
  1. INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY

6.1 Ownership

All content on The Briefing, including but not limited to:

  • Book content and text
  • Graphics, logos, and design
  • Website code and functionality
  • Product names and branding

is owned by The Briefing or licensed to us and protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

6.2 License to Use

When you purchase a book, we grant you a:

  • Non-exclusive license to access and use the content
  • Personal, non-commercial use only
  • Right to download and store for personal reference

6.3 Restrictions

You may NOT:

  • Reproduce, distribute, or sell our content
  • Share digital files with others
  • Use content for commercial purposes
  • Remove copyright notices or attributions
  • Create derivative works without permission
  • Use automated tools to scrape or download content

Violation may result in account termination and legal action.

  1. USER ACCOUNTS

7.1 Account Creation

To purchase products, you must:

  • Be at least 18 years old
  • Provide accurate and complete information
  • Maintain the security of your account credentials
  • Notify us immediately of unauthorized access

7.2 Account Security

You are responsible for:

  • All activity under your account
  • Maintaining confidential passwords
  • Notifying us of any security breaches

We are not liable for losses due to unauthorized account access.

7.3 Account Termination

We may suspend or terminate your account if you:

  • Violate these Terms
  • Engage in fraudulent activity
  • Share account credentials
  • Abuse our services or support team
  1. PROHIBITED USES

You may not use our Site or Services to:

  • Violate any laws or regulations
  • Infringe intellectual property rights
  • Transmit harmful code or viruses
  • Attempt to gain unauthorized access
  • Harass or harm other users
  • Engage in commercial spam
  • Scrape or harvest data
  • Impersonate others
  • Upload malicious content
  1. DISCLAIMERS

9.1 Content Accuracy

While we strive for accuracy, The Briefing books are for informational purposes only:

  • Content is not professional advice (legal, medical, financial, etc.)
  • Research is synthesized from published sources
  • You use information at your own risk
  • Always consult qualified professionals for specific advice

9.2 Service Availability

We do not guarantee:

  • Uninterrupted access to our Site
  • Error-free operation
  • Compatibility with all devices
  • Availability of specific books

9.3 Third-Party Services

We use third-party services (payment processors, shipping carriers, email providers):

  • We are not responsible for their actions or failures
  • Their terms and privacy policies apply
  • Service interruptions may occur
  1. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW:

10.1 No Consequential Damages

We are not liable for:

  • Indirect, incidental, or consequential damages
  • Lost profits or revenue
  • Lost data or content
  • Business interruption
  • Personal injury or property damage

10.2 Maximum Liability

Our total liability to you for any claim is limited to:

  • The amount you paid us in the 12 months before the claim, OR
  • $100

whichever is greater.

10.3 Exceptions

These limitations do not apply where prohibited by law or for:

  • Death or personal injury caused by our negligence
  • Fraud or fraudulent misrepresentation
  • Other matters that cannot be limited by law
  1. INDEMNIFICATION

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless The Briefing and its officers, employees, and agents from:

  • Claims arising from your use of our Services
  • Your violation of these Terms
  • Your violation of others’ rights
  • Your violation of applicable laws
  1. DISPUTE RESOLUTION

12.1 Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of [YOUR STATE/COUNTRY], without regard to conflict of law principles.

12.2 Informal Resolution

Before filing a claim, contact us at legal@thebrief.ing to resolve the dispute informally. We’ll work in good faith to reach a resolution.

12.3 Arbitration (US Customers)

If informal resolution fails, disputes will be resolved by binding arbitration under the American Arbitration Association rules, except:

  • Small claims court actions
  • Intellectual property disputes
  • Claims for injunctive relief

12.4 Class Action Waiver

You agree to resolve disputes individually, not as part of a class action or consolidated proceeding.

12.5 Jurisdiction

For non-arbitrable disputes, you consent to exclusive jurisdiction in [YOUR COUNTY/STATE] courts.

  1. FORCE MAJEURE

We are not liable for delays or failures caused by events beyond our reasonable control:

  • Natural disasters
  • War, terrorism, or civil unrest
  • Government actions
  • Internet or utility failures
  • Strikes or labor disputes
  • Pandemics or health emergencies
  • Supplier or carrier failures
  1. MODIFICATIONS TO TERMS

14.1 Right to Modify

We may modify these Terms at any time. Changes will be effective:

  • Immediately upon posting to the Site, OR
  • On the date specified in the updated Terms

14.2 Notice of Changes

Material changes will be communicated via:

  • Email notification to active subscribers
  • Prominent notice on our Site

14.3 Acceptance of Changes

Continued use of our Services after changes constitutes acceptance. If you don’t agree, cancel your subscription and stop using our Services.

  1. SEVERABILITY

If any provision of these Terms is found unenforceable, the remaining provisions remain in full effect.

  1. ENTIRE AGREEMENT

These Terms, along with our Privacy Policy, Refund Policy, and Shipping Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and The Briefing.

  1. CONTACT INFORMATION

For questions about these Terms:

Email: legal@thebrief.ing Support: support@thebrief.ing Website: www.thebrief.ing/contact Mail: The Briefing, [YOUR BUSINESS ADDRESS]

Response time: We aim to respond within 3-5 business days.

  1. SPECIFIC TERMS BY PRODUCT TYPE

18.1 Digital Books (PDF)

  • Instant delivery via email
  • DRM-free files
  • Unlimited downloads from your account
  • Compatible with most devices
  • No returns after download (30-day money-back guarantee still applies)

18.2 Physical Books (Paperback/Hardcover)

  • Print-on-demand via Amazon KDP
  • Standard book quality
  • Shipped worldwide
  • May be returned within 30 days
  • International shipping times vary

18.3 Monthly Subscription

  • New book each month
  • Topic announced 7 days before release
  • Cannot choose specific topics (curated by us)
  • Digital version delivered on 1st of month
  • Physical version ships on 1st of month
  • Cancel anytime, effective end of billing period
  1. PRIVACY

Your privacy is important. See our Privacy Policy at www.thebrief.ing/privacy for details on:

  • Data collection and use
  • Cookies and tracking
  • Third-party sharing
  • Your rights and choices
  1. ACCESSIBILITY

We strive to make our Site accessible to all users. If you experience accessibility issues, contact support@thebrief.ing.

  1. CONSENT TO ELECTRONIC COMMUNICATIONS

By using our Services, you consent to receive electronic communications from us, including:

  • Order confirmations
  • Shipping notifications
  • Account updates
  • Newsletters (you can opt out)
  • Service announcements

These communications may be delivered via email or notifications on our Site.

ACKNOWLEDGMENT

BY CLICKING “I AGREE,” CREATING AN ACCOUNT, OR USING OUR SERVICES, YOU ACKNOWLEDGE THAT YOU HAVE READ, UNDERSTOOD, AND AGREE TO BE BOUND BY THESE TERMS OF SERVICE.

END OF TERMS OF SERVICE

Last Updated: March 26, 2026 Version: 1.0