Knowvas Terms of Service

Effective Date:October 1, 2025

Welcome to Knowvas, a digital platform that provides access to eBooks, audiobooks, comics, eMagazines, eNewspapers, videos, and interactive content. By accessing or using Knowvas, you agree to comply with and be bound by these Terms of Use. Please read them carefully before using our services.

Knowvas is owned and operated by Knowvas Technology Limited, with its principal place of business in Lagos, Nigeria (hereinafter referred to as “Knowvas,” “the Platform,” “we,” “our,” or “us”).

GENERAL

Acceptance of Terms

By creating an account, accessing, or using the Knowvas Platform, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Use, along with our Privacy Policy and any other applicable policies referenced herein. If you do not agree to these Terms, you must not access or use the Platform.

Changes to Terms

Knowvas reserves the right to update, modify, or replace these Terms of Use at any time. Any changes will be effective immediately upon posting on the Platform, unless otherwise stated. We may also notify users of material changes by email or through in-app notifications. Your continued use of the Platform after any changes indicates your acceptance of the revised Terms. If you do not agree with the updated Terms, you must stop using the Platform.

Use of Information

Knowvas provides information for personal and educational purposes. The platform’s resources should not be considered legal, financial, or professional advice. We aim to provide reliable information, but we do not guarantee accuracy, completeness, or usefulness. You agree to use Knowvas at your own risk.

Eligibility

You must be at least 13 years old to register for an account or use the services of Knowvas. By agreeing to these terms, you affirm that you are of legal age or have obtained parental or guardian consent to use the platform.

Account Registration and Security

To access certain features of the platform, you may be required to create an account. You agree to provide accurate, complete, and up-to-date information during registration.

You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials and for all activities that occur under your account. Notify us immediately if you suspect unauthorized access to your account.

Intended Use and Experience

Knowvas is designed for users who seek informative content and an interactive community experience. It offers articles, resources, and discussions on a range of topics. By using the platform, you agree to use the content responsibly, without engaging in harassment, unlawful activities, or sharing misleading information.

Knowvas is intended to provide a smooth and engaging user experience. Our team continuously refines content to enhance user engagement. While we work hard to ensure a high-quality experience, some content may be user-generated. We do not guarantee the accuracy of user-contributed information and advise you to exercise caution when interacting with the content and community.

Content Usage and Access

Knowvas provides access to ebooks, audiobooks, interactive content, comics, videos and more. Your use of this content is for personal, non-commercial purposes unless otherwise stated.

You agree not to modify, distribute, reproduce, sell, or rent any content from the platform without the explicit consent of the content owner or Knowvas.

We reserve the right to revoke access to content at any time, for any reason, without liability.

Prohibited Activities

When using Knowvas, you agree not to:

• Violate any laws or regulations.
• Post harmful, offensive, or misleading content.
• Impersonate another person or entity.
• Engage in activities that disrupt the platform or compromise user security.

Subscription and Payment

Plans and Benefits — Knowvas provides access to content through free use, direct purchases, and paid subscription plans. The specific subscription tiers, along with the benefits available under each plan, are published on the Platform and may be updated from time to time.

Payment Authorization — By enrolling in a paid subscription plan, you expressly authorize Knowvas to charge the payment method you provide for the applicable fees. All fees are non-refundable, except where expressly stated otherwise in these Terms or as required by applicable law.

Refund Policy for Errors — While subscription and purchase fees are generally non-refundable, Knowvas will provide refunds or credits in cases of accidental multiple charges, technical errors in processing payments, or where required by law. Any such refunds will be made to the original payment method within a reasonable timeframe.

Cancellation and Renewal — You may cancel your subscription at any time through your account settings. Following cancellation, you will continue to have access to paid content until the end of your current billing cycle, after which your subscription will not renew.

Purchased Content — Content purchased on a one-time basis is stored in your Knowvas digital library and will remain accessible to you, subject to these Terms. Direct purchase items are not downloadable and may only be accessed through the Knowvas app or browser.

Streaming Requirement — All content, whether purchased individually or accessed under a subscription plan, is provided solely on a streaming basis. An active internet connection is required to access any content through the Platform.

Failed or Declined Payments — If a payment for a subscription or purchase is declined or cannot be processed, Knowvas reserves the right to suspend or restrict your access to paid content until the payment is successfully settled. You remain responsible for all unpaid amounts.

Account Suspension for Non-Compliance — Knowvas may suspend or terminate your subscription or account if you fail to make payments when due, or if you are found to be in violation of these Terms or engaged in fraudulent activity.

Price Changes — Knowvas reserves the right to modify subscription fees or pricing for content at any time. Any change in subscription pricing will take effect at the start of your next billing cycle, and you will be notified in advance in accordance with applicable law.

Intellectual Property

All content on Knowvas is protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws. Users and creators retain full rights to their respective works unless otherwise agreed upon.

You agree not to infringe upon the intellectual property rights of any publishers, content creators or the platform itself.

Unauthorized distribution, reproduction, or use of content beyond personal consumption is strictly prohibited and may result in legal action.

If you believe that content on Knowvas infringes upon your copyright, you may submit a copyright infringement notice to Knowvas by sending us a message at support@knowvas.com. Knowvas will review and respond to copyright infringement notices in compliance with the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA) or applicable copyright laws.

User Conduct

• Post, upload, or share any content that is harmful, defamatory, obscene, offensive, or illegal.
• Engage in fraudulent, abusive, or deceptive practices.
• Attempt to hack, reverse-engineer, or manipulate the platform’s systems or content.
• Use bots, scripts, or any automated systems to unfairly engage with or access content on the platform.

Content Submission and Publishing

Users may submit and publish content (ebooks, audiobooks, comics, videos etc.) on Knowvas through the designated publishing tools. By submitting content, you grant Knowvas a limited license to distribute your content as part of the platform.

You retain full ownership of your content, but Knowvas reserves the right to remove any content that violates these Terms or is otherwise deemed inappropriate.

Interactive Features and User-Generated Content

Users may engage in interactive content such as commenting, reviews, or discussions. You are responsible for the content you create and share.

Any content that violates these Terms, including abusive or harmful content, will be removed, and may result in the suspension or termination of your account.

Platform Changes and Discontinuation of Services

Knowvas continually strives to improve its offerings and may change, limit, suspend, or discontinue certain features or parts of the platform at our discretion. Users acknowledge that the availability of specific content, features, or functionalities is not guaranteed, and Knowvas is not liable for any modifications or temporary or permanent removal of services.

Privacy Policy

Your privacy is important to us. Please review our Privacy Policy to understand how we collect, use, and protect your personal data.

Third-Party Services and Links

Knowvas may include links to third-party websites or services. These links are provided for your convenience, and we are not responsible for the content or privacy practices of these third-party sites.

Use of third-party services may be subject to additional terms and conditions provided by those services.

Limitation of Liability

Knowvas is provided on an “as is” and “as available” basis. We make no warranties or guarantees of any kind regarding the operation of the platform or the availability of content.

We will not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages arising from the use of or inability to use the platform, including but not limited to loss of data, loss of revenue, or interruption of service.

Independent Content Creator Clause

Creators on Knowvas are independent and responsible for ensuring their content complies with applicable laws and standards. Knowvas does not endorse or validate the accuracy, reliability, or legality of creator-published content and is not liable for damages arising from user reliance on such content. Users acknowledge that they are responsible for their interactions with and engagement in creator content.

Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Knowvas, its employees, affiliates, and partners from any claims, damages, liabilities, and expenses (including legal fees) arising from your use of the platform or any violation of these Terms.

Termination

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your account at any time, without notice, for violation of these Terms or any other reason at our sole discretion.

Upon termination, you will lose access to your account and any content associated with it, including subscriptions and earnings.

Modifications to Terms

Knowvas reserves the right to update or modify these Terms of Use at any time. You will be notified of significant changes, and continued use of the platform after such changes implies acceptance of the updated terms.

Governing Law

These Terms of Use are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Federal Republic of Nigeria, without regard to its conflict of laws principles.

PUBLISHER’S AGREEMENT

This Publisher’s Agreement (the “Agreement”) is entered into between: Knowvas AND Publisher, (hereinafter referred to as "Publisher", "Author", “Creator” or "you").

This Agreement governs the terms under which the Publisher may submit and distribute content through Knowvas. By accepting to publish on our platform, the Publisher agrees to the following terms and conditions:

Grant of License

The Publisher grants Knowvas a non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-based license to distribute, sell, and market the Publisher’s content (ebooks, audiobooks, interactive content, comics, magazines, videos etc.) on the Knowvas platform. The rights granted include, but are not limited to:

• The right to store, display, and sell the content to users of the platform.
• The right to use excerpts, summaries, and other promotional materials provided by the Publisher for marketing purposes.

This license is granted for the duration of this Agreement and is subject to the Publisher retaining all ownership rights to the content.

Content Quality and Compliance

Content must comply with Knowvas’s standards and community guidelines, which include prohibitions on illegal or harmful materials.

Knowvas reserves the right to review, approve, or remove any Content that does not meet our standards.

Publisher’s Responsibilities

• Submit high-quality, complete content in a format that complies with Knowvas’s submission guidelines.
• Ensure that all content provided is free of viruses, malware, or other harmful software.
• Provide accurate information about the content, including title, author(s), pricing, metadata, and any other required details.
• Comply with all applicable laws regarding intellectual property, and warrant that the Publisher holds the rights to distribute the content on Knowvas.

Knowvas’s Responsibilities

• Host, display, market, and sell the Publisher’s content on its platform.
• Provide a user-friendly system for publishers to manage and track sales and content performance.
• Remit earnings from sales to the Publisher in accordance with the terms outlined in Section 22.
• Protect the Publisher’s intellectual property using appropriate digital rights management (DRM) measures, including encryption and access control, as per Knowvas’s capabilities.

Pricing and Discounts

The Publisher has the right to set the retail price of the content on Knowvas, subject to the platform’s pricing policies.

Knowvas may offer discounts, promotions, or free access to users, provided that such actions do not alter the Publisher’s royalty entitlement without prior consent.

Royalties and Payments

The Publisher will receive 60 % of the net sales revenue for each purchase or between ₦1 to ₦40 per read on subscription engagement of their content (refer to our engagement metrics documentation).

Knowvas reserves the sole right to determine the net sales revenue for each purchase and adjust the payout percentage at its discretion without consulting the publisher. These changes will apply to both purchase and subscription payouts.

The Publisher’s earnings are based on net sales, defined as the revenue earned by Knowvas after deducting transaction fees, taxes, and platform processing costs.

Payments will be remitted to the Publisher at a period determined solely by Knowvas, provided the Publisher’s earnings exceed ₦9,999.99 and the Publisher initiates action to withdraw payment.

Payments will be made via bank details registered or supplied by the publisher at the point of registration or via the publisher's dashboard, and the Publisher is responsible for providing accurate payment information.

Intellectual Property

The Publisher retains full ownership of all intellectual property rights to their content.

Knowvas will not modify or claim ownership of the Publisher’s content but will have the right to distribute and sell the content as outlined in this Agreement.

The Publisher warrants that all content submitted does not infringe on any third-party rights, including copyrights, trademarks, or any other intellectual property rights.

Term and Termination

This Agreement will remain in effect until terminated by either party.

The Publisher may terminate this Agreement at any time by providing 30 days' written notice to Knowvas.

Knowvas reserves the right to terminate this Agreement and remove the Publisher’s content from the platform at any time, for any reason, including but not limited to a breach of this Agreement or violation of intellectual property laws.

Upon termination, Knowvas will cease selling the Publisher’s content but may retain a copy of the content for record-keep, and legal purposes.

Content Review and Removal

Knowvas reserves the right to review all content submitted to the platform for quality and compliance with the platform’s standards.

If content is found to violate these standards or any applicable laws, Knowvas may remove the content from the platform and notify the Publisher of the reasons for removal.

Marketing and Promotion

Knowvas may promote the Publisher’s content through its marketing channels, including but not limited to email newsletters, social media, and featured listings on the platform.

The Publisher is encouraged to provide marketing materials (e.g., cover images, promotional excerpts) to support these efforts.

Confidentiality

Both parties agree to maintain the confidentiality of proprietary or sensitive information shared in the course of this Agreement, including but not limited to financial data, personal information, and business strategies.

Indemnification

The Publisher agrees to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Knowvas, its affiliates, employees, and partners from any claims, damages, liabilities, and expenses (including legal fees) arising from the Publisher’s breach of this Agreement, including but not limited to claims of intellectual property infringement.

Limitation of Liability

Knowvas will not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages arising from the Publisher’s use of the platform, including but not limited to loss of revenue, data, or profits.

Governing Law

This Agreement is governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Federal Republic of Nigeria, without regard to its conflict of laws principles.

Entire Agreement

This Agreement constitutes the entire understanding between the Publisher and Knowvas and supersedes all prior agreements, whether written or oral.

Amendments

Any amendments to this Agreement will be made available within the Publisher's dashboard on Knowvas's platform. By continuing to upload content or use the platform after any amendments, the Publisher agrees to the updated terms without the need for a physical signature.

Notices

Notices under this Agreement will be communicated electronically. All communication from Knowvas will be sent via email to the address the Publisher has registered on the platform or display on the publisher dashboard within Knowvas platform. The Publisher agrees to check the box signifying agreement to the terms of this Agreement.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF

By checking the box during the registration or content submission process on Knowvas's platform, the Publisher acknowledges and agrees to the terms of this Agreement as of the Effective Date. This digital action constitutes a legally binding acceptance, and no physical signature is required by either party.

By submitting Content to the Platform, you agree to all terms and conditions stated in these documents.

Knowvas reserves the right to amend this Agreement, and we will notify you of any substantial changes.

Contact Information

For any questions or concerns regarding this Term of Use, please contact us at: support@knowvas.com

Privacy Policy

Welcome to Knowvas.com. Your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy describes how Knowvas.com ("knowvas" "we," "our," or "us") collects, uses, and discloses your personal information. By using Knowvas, you consent to our collection, use, and sharing of your personal information as described in this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

We collect personal information to improve our services, offer a personalized experience, and ensure secure use of the platform. Types of information we collect include:

• Account Information: When you register on Knowvas, we collect your name, email address, and other contact information.
• Usage Data: We collect information about your activity on the platform, such as search history, pages viewed, and interactions with content. This helps us understand how users engage with Knowvas.
• Device Information: To optimize our platform, we collect data on your device type, operating system, IP address, and browser information.
• Cookies and Tracking Technologies: We use cookies, web beacons, and similar tracking technologies to understand how users navigate Knowvas, tailor content to users’ interests, and improve user experience.

3. How We Use Your Information

• Improving Services: To analyze usage trends, enhance features, and deliver a better platform experience.
• Personalization: To provide content, recommendations, and features based on your interests and usage patterns.
• Communication: To respond to inquiries, send updates, and inform you about changes in our services, promotions, or new features.
• Security: To detect and prevent fraudulent activities, monitor account security, and maintain a safe environment for all users.

4. Legal Basis for Processing

We process your information based on legitimate interests, consent, or contractual necessity. For example, consent may be requested for marketing emails, while the processing of basic usage data supports legitimate interests, such as site improvement and personalization.

5. Disclosure of Information

• Service Providers: We engage trusted third parties to assist with technical support, data analysis, and customer service. These service providers only access personal data to perform tasks on our behalf and are obligated to protect your privacy.
• Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred to the acquiring entity.
• Legal Compliance: We may disclose information if required by law, such as to comply with a legal obligation or protect our rights, safety, or security.

6. Data Security

We implement security measures designed to protect your information. However, no online transmission can be guaranteed as completely secure. We encourage users to practice safe browsing habits.

7. International Transfers

If you access Knowvas from or outside Nigeria, please note that your information may be transferred to and processed in other countries. By using Knowvas, you consent to these transfers.

8. Your Rights and Choices

You have the right to access, update, or delete your personal information. If you wish to exercise any of these rights, contact us at support@knowvas.com. You may also opt-out of marketing communications by following the unsubscribe instructions in the email.

9. Children’s Privacy

Knowvas does not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13. If we become aware that a child has provided us with personal information, we will take steps to delete it.

10. Third-Party Service Providers

Knowvas may use trusted third-party services, such as analytics providers and advertising networks, to enhance the functionality and understanding of platform usage. These third parties may collect information regarding your interaction with Knowvas, including site usage data, device identifiers, and general demographic data, as per their own privacy policies. We ensure that any third-party service providers adhere to strict data privacy standards to protect user data.

11. Transaction Data with Creators

To support transparency in revenue distribution, Knowvas may share aggregated or anonymized engagement and transaction data with content creators. This data may include statistics on content views, engagement metrics, and revenue breakdowns associated with each piece of published content. Knowvas does not share personal information about users with creators.

12. Data Retention Period

Knowvas retains personal data as long as it is necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, including any legal, accounting, or reporting requirements. For example, transaction and account data are retained for 7 years to ensure compliance with financial regulations and to facilitate accurate revenue payouts. Users may request deletion of their personal data; however, some data may be retained as required by law.

13. International Transfers of Data

Knowvas is a Nigerian-based company, and your information may be transferred to and stored in countries outside of your own, including regions with different data protection standards. Knowvas employs industry-standard measures to protect these transfers and adheres to applicable safeguards, such as standard contractual clauses, to ensure that your data receives adequate protection.

14. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update our Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page, and your continued use of Knowvas after changes are implemented signifies your acceptance of the revised policy.

15. Contact Us

For questions about this Privacy Policy or Knowvas’s privacy practices, please contact us at: support@knowvas.com

Data Protection & Handling Policy

At Knowvas Technology Limited, we are committed to safeguarding the personal data of our publishers, authors, and readers in line with the Nigeria Data Protection Act (NDPA) 2023.

Data We Collect

We only collect data necessary to provide our services:

• Personal Information: name, email, phone number
• Date of Birth: to safeguard underage users from accessing mature content
• Gender: for demographic classification and analytics
• Payment Information: bank details for royalty payouts
• Publishing Content: book/audiobook files, cover images, metadata
• Reader Engagement Data: subscriptions, reading/listening preferences, analytics

How We Use Your Data

Your data is processed lawfully and fairly for:

• Account creation, publishing, and subscription services
• Royalty payments and financial transactions
• Protecting underage readers from inappropriate content
• Enhancing user experience and improving platform features
• Analytics and demographic insights (without disclosing personal details)
• Securing content against piracy and unauthorized sharing

We do not sell or share your personal data with third parties without your consent.

Data Security

• All content and personal data are encrypted and securely stored on AWS servers.
• Each reading or listening session is protected with custom encryption.
• Access to your data is restricted to authorized personnel only.
• In case of a breach, NDPA requires us to notify the Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC) within 72 hours.

Your Rights (NDPA, Sections 33–39)

As a data subject, you have the right to:

• Request access to your data
• Correct or delete your personal data
• Withdraw consent at any time
• Restrict or object to processing
• Request data portability

To exercise these rights, email support@knowvas.com.

Data Retention

Data will only be stored for as long as necessary to provide our services, comply with legal obligations, or resolve disputes.

You may request deletion of your account and associated data at any time.

Cross-Border Transfers

If your data is stored outside Nigeria (via AWS or other servers), Knowvas ensures compliance with NDPA provisions by using adequate safeguards such as Standard Contractual Clauses and encryption.

Complaint & Redress Mechanism

If you have concerns about how your data is handled:

1. Step 1 – Internal Complaint:
   Contact us via support@knowvas.com or WhatsApp: +234 813 476 4684.
   We will acknowledge your complaint and respond within 7 working days.
2. Step 2 – Escalation to NDPC:
   If unresolved, you may escalate your complaint to the Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC) at https://ndpc.gov.ng.
3. Step 3 – Legal Remedies:
   You may also seek judicial redress under Section 49 of the NDPA.

Updates to This Policy

This policy may be updated periodically in compliance with Nigerian law and best practices. Users will be notified of any major changes.

Cookie Policy

Last Updated: October 1, 2025

This Cookie Policy explains how Knowvas Technology Limited (“Knowvas”, “we”, “our”, “us”) uses cookies and similar tracking technologies when you visit or use our platform (www.knowvas.com and publisher.knowvas.com).

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They allow us to recognize your browser, store preferences, and improve your overall experience.

2. Types of Cookies We Use

• Strictly Necessary Cookies: Required for the platform to function (e.g., log-in, secure payments, protecting your account). You cannot opt out of these.
• Performance & Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how users interact with Knowvas (e.g., page visits, clicks, reading behavior) so we can improve the platform. Examples include Google Analytics, PostHog, or similar tools.
• Functional Cookies: Allow us to remember your preferences (e.g., language, login sessions).
• Advertising & Social Media Cookies: Track activity across sites for tailored ads and to allow content sharing on social platforms.

3. Consent and Control

When you first visit Knowvas, you will see a cookie banner asking for your consent to non-essential cookies (Performance, Functional, and Advertising). You can:

• Accept All Cookies
• Reject Non-Essential Cookies
• Manage Preferences

You can also change your cookie preferences anytime in your browser settings or through our Cookie Settings link.

4. Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies are placed by third parties (e.g., payment processors, social media platforms, analytics providers). We do not control these cookies, and their use is governed by the privacy policies of the respective providers.

5. Managing Cookies

Most browsers let you block or delete cookies. However, blocking essential cookies may impact the platform’s functionality.

• Chrome: Manage cookies in Chrome
• Firefox: Manage cookies in Firefox
• Safari: Manage cookies in Safari

6. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted with a new “Last Updated” date.

7. Contact Us

For questions about this Cookie Policy, please contact us at: support@knowvas.com

Engagement Metrics

Engagement is the measure of how users interact with your content on the platform. For publishers, engagement is calculated based on how many readers have either purchased your content or accessed it through a subscription plan. This is designed to encourage long-term interaction with your content rather than just one-time purchases.

At Knowvas, we’re committed to ensuring fair and transparent compensation for the creative efforts of our publishers. To achieve this, we have developed an engagement-based revenue model that rewards publishers not just for content sales, but also for how much their content is consumed by our users. Here’s an overview of how our engagement metrics work and how your earnings are calculated.

Engagement Metrics: Tracking Reader Interactions

Our platform goes beyond traditional "purchase and download" models by incorporating advanced engagement metrics that track how readers and listeners interact with your content. This allows us to measure user interaction in a way that reflects the true value your work provides. Key engagement metrics include:

• Pages Read: For ebooks, magazines, comics or newspapers, our system tracks the time users spend reading your content, ensuring that more engaged readers who spend more time with your content contribute more to your earnings.
• Listening Time: For audiobooks, the total time users spend listening to your content is recorded, ensuring that longer and highly-engaged listening sessions are accounted for.
• Completion Rate: We track how much of your content is completed by readers or listeners. This helps identify content that keeps users engaged throughout, which may increase your earnings.
• User Feedback: Reviews, ratings, and other user interactions are also considered as engagement metrics, though they do not directly impact earnings. They help improve the visibility of your content, leading to more engagement.

Publisher Earnings Calculation

We offer two primary revenue streams for publishers: Single or Direct Purchase Sales and Subscription Engagement. Here’s how earnings are calculated for both:

Single Purchase Sales

When a user purchases your content (ebook, audiobook, or other digital formats) as a one-time purchase, you earn a percentage of the net sales revenue.

• Net Sales Revenue is the price of the content after applicable taxes, fees, and platform costs are deducted.
• Your Earnings: Publishers receive 60% of the net sales revenue for each purchase of their content. For example, if your content is purchased for ₦2,500 and the net sales revenue is ₦2,062.5 after fees, you would earn ₦1,237.5 from that sale.

Note: Knowvas reserves the sole right to adjust the payout percentage without consultation with the creator or publisher.

Subscription Engagement

In our subscription model, earnings are based on user engagement, rewarding you for how much of your content is consumed by subscribers.

• Per-Read Payment: We pay publishers a set amount between ₦1 to ₦40 per read (or equivalent in USD), meaning you earn each time a reader engages with your content through the subscription plan. A “read” is counted when a user engages with a minimum threshold (e.g., 50% or more) of your content.

Adjustments & Flexibility

Knowvas retains the right to review and adjust the payout structure. As the platform grows, we may adjust the percentage payout for both single purchase and subscription models. These adjustments will always be communicated to creators or publishers, ensuring a fair and transparent process.

Reporting & Analytics

To ensure full transparency, we provide detailed analytics and reports on how your content is performing, including:

• Total Purchases: A breakdown of how many users have purchased your content.
• Pages Read / Listening Hours: Detailed insights on how many pages were read or how long audiobooks were listened to.
• Completion Rates: The percentage of users who completed your content.
• Earnings Breakdown: A clear report on your earnings, both from single purchases and subscription engagement.

Maximizing Your Earnings

To maximize your earnings on Knowvas, we recommend focusing on:

• Engaging Content: Content that captivates users and encourages longer reading or listening sessions will naturally earn more through our engagement-based model.
• Regular Updates: Releasing fresh content regularly helps to maintain user interest and engagement with your work.
• User Interaction: Encouraging readers to leave reviews and ratings can improve visibility and lead to higher engagement.

Free Books and Engagement

Free books generally do not contribute to engagement metrics or generate earnings for publishers. However, there is an exception for publishers who choose to include their free books in subscription plans during publishing.

Subscription-Based Free Books

If a publisher opts to offer a book for free as part of the subscription plan, engagement will be calculated for that free book. However, only users who are subscribed will have access to the free book under the subscription plan. This allows publishers to strategically include free content while still benefiting from user engagement. In such cases, the same engagement metric (₦1 to ₦40 per read) will apply to these free books within the subscription package.

Publishing Guidelines

Introduction

At Knowvas, we are committed to building a safe, sustainable, and empowering platform for authors, publishers, and creators across Africa and beyond. These guidelines ensure that published works meet global standards of quality, legality, and reader protection, while our Content Protection Policy guarantees that your intellectual property remains safe from unauthorized use or piracy.

By publishing on Knowvas, you agree to comply with these policies.

Publisher Guidelines

Ownership & Rights

• You must own or have the legal right to publish and distribute all submitted content.
• Copyright remains 100% with the author/publisher; Knowvas only licenses content for distribution on its platform.
• Plagiarism, piracy, or misrepresentation of authorship is strictly prohibited.
• By publishing on Knowvas, the Publisher grants Knowvas a non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-based license to distribute, sell, and market the Publisher’s content (ebooks, audiobooks, interactive content, comics, magazines, videos etc.) on the Knowvas platform.

Content Standards

Content must be free of:

• Hate speech, terrorism, violence promotion, or illegal activities
• Child sexual abuse/exploitation material (CSAM)
• Excessive adult/explicit material not properly classified as 18+
• Defamatory, discriminatory, or misleading information

Works must comply with applicable laws in Nigeria, Africa, and international publishing standards.

Formatting & Quality

• eBooks: Must be in EPUB or PDF format.
• Comics, Magazines, Newspapers: PDF only.
• Audiobooks: MP3 formats, properly edited and optimized for listening.
• Covers: Recommended Size is 1500 x 2200 px, high-quality, non-pixelated, and free of copyrighted imagery in JPG or JPEG format.
• Each work must include a title page, author name, ISBN if available, and appropriate metadata.

Book/Content Categories

During the publishing process, you must assign your content to no more than three (3) categories. If an exact category is not available, you should select the most relevant or nearest option. Knowvas will update and expand its category list from time to time to reflect new content types and market needs. Your selected categories will be used to classify, recommend, and display your content appropriately to users.

Allowable File Sizes

• Full eBook (EPUB): 30 MB
• Sample for Preview eBook (EPUB): 5 MB
• Cover Page (JPEG): 2 MB
• Full Magazines, Comics, Newspapers, or eBooks in PDF: 30 MB
• Sample for Preview Magazines, Comics, Newspaper (PDF): 7 MB

Tags

You are required to enter a maximum of three (3) tags when publishing your content. Tags are mandatory and play a critical role in the discoverability of your work by helping users find relevant books, audiobooks, and other content.

Tagging Tips:

• Be Specific – Choose tags that directly describe your content (e.g., “African History”, “Romance Fiction”, “Business Strategy”).
• Use Keywords Readers Search For – Think of what your target audience would type into the search bar.
• Avoid Repetition – Do not duplicate your title, author name, or categories as tags; use tags to add additional context.
• Relevance Matters – Tags should reflect your content’s actual theme, genre, or subject to avoid misleading users.
• Keep it Simple – Use short, clear terms rather than long phrases.

Examples of Good vs. Bad Tags

Good Tags (helpful & relevant):

• African Literature
• Christian Devotional
• Romantic Comedy
• Entrepreneurship
• Climate Change

Bad Tags (misleading or unhelpful):

• Best Book Ever (too generic)
• Free Download (Knowvas content is not downloadable)
• Author Name (already listed separately)
• Motivation Inspiration Success Love Life (too many words, confusing)
• Harry Potter (misleading if unrelated)

Review & Approval Process

Every submission undergoes automated + manual review before publication.

Reasons for rejection may include:

• Failure to meet formatting/technical standards
• Violation of content policies
• Offensive or inappropriate material

Rejected content remains visible in your dashboard for editing or removal. Knowvas does not claim ownership of unpublished works.

Ebook Cover Upload Guidelines

To ensure consistency and quality across the platform, please follow these cover submission rules:

Not Allowed

• 3D mockup covers (angled, book-spine, or stacked versions).
• Slanted covers displayed on a platform or device screen.
• Covers that are not full front-facing (partial or cropped).
• Perspective or tilted cover displays.
• Covers missing the book title or author name.
• No misleading or unrelated images.
• No offensive, violent, or explicit imagery.

Allowed

• Front-facing, flat cover image only (no angles or mockups).
• Recommended size: 1500 x 2200 px
• File format: JPG/JPEG
• File size: Maximum 2MB
• Must include:
  • Book Title (clear & readable)
  • Author Name
• Ensure the cover design aligns with the tone of the content (e.g., business, romance, academic).

Tip: Always design/upload a professional flat cover image - this is the version readers see first on Knowvas.

Content Protection Policy

At Knowvas, your work is your asset. We use advanced digital rights protection to ensure safety against piracy and unauthorized sharing.

Digital Protection Features

• No downloads: Books and audiobooks can only be read or listened to within the Knowvas app/browser.
• Dynamic encryption: Each session is uniquely encrypted, preventing file leaks.
• Streamed audio encryption: Protects audiobooks against ripping.

Anti-Piracy & Enforcement

• If your work is found on unauthorized platforms, our Content Protection Team assists with takedown notices, provided your content was not earlier listed as downloadable content.
• Authors may request DMCA (Digital Millennium Copyright Act) takedown support for stolen works.
• Knowvas will suspend or ban accounts that infringe on other people’s copyrights.

Age & Reader Protection

• AI-powered moderation automatically classifies sensitive/adult content.
• 18+ content is restricted to verified adult readers only.
• Offensive or harmful works will not be published.

Contract Duration & Termination

• Publishing on Knowvas is non-exclusive — you may also publish on other platforms, but Knowvas takes no responsibility for the way your content is protected on other platforms.
• You may remove your work anytime from your dashboard.
• Knowvas reserves the right to remove content that violates these guidelines.

Support & Resources

• Telephone: +234 813 476 4684
• Tutorials: YouTube Channel
• Publisher Webinars: Regular sessions to guide authors on formatting, publishing, and marketing — Join Webinar
• Support Email: support@knowvas.com
• WhatsApp Community: Join Here
• Social Media Platforms: X, Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn — @knowvasng

At Knowvas, we believe in empowering African creators while protecting their works against piracy. By following these guidelines, you help us maintain a trusted, secure, and professional digital publishing ecosystem.

Community Standards

Introduction

Knowvas is a secure, AI-powered digital publishing platform that empowers authors, publishers, and readers to connect through eBooks, audiobooks, comics, magazines, and more. To ensure a safe, creative, and professional community, we have established these Community Standards.

We will remove any content — including books, audiobooks, images, comments, or other uploads — that violates our Community Standards. In severe cases, we may suspend or permanently remove accounts.

Our rules apply to everyone and to all content on Knowvas. Enforcement is carried out through automated moderation, AI-powered tools, and human review.

In rare cases, exceptions may be made for works of educational, documentary, scientific, artistic, or newsworthy value.

Prohibited Content & Behavior

1. Violent Extremism: We do not allow content that threatens, incites, or glorifies violence. Content promoting dangerous individuals or organizations is prohibited.
2. Illegal Activities & Regulated Goods: Content promoting or enabling criminal activity (fraud, theft, human exploitation, counterfeiting) is not allowed. Instructions or trade of weapons, drugs, controlled substances, or counterfeit goods are prohibited. Depictions of criminal activity may be allowed only if clearly educational, artistic, or documentary.
3. Frauds & Scams: We do not allow schemes or deceptive content intended to exploit users financially or personally. Solicitation of “investment,” “get-rich-quick,” or similar fraudulent offers is prohibited.
4. Gambling: Content promoting gambling, betting, or casino-style services is not permitted.
5. Privacy & Data Protection: Publishing personal data, personally identifiable information (PII), or confidential information is strictly prohibited.
6. Violent & Graphic Content: Gratuitous depictions of gore, extreme violence, or sadistic content are not allowed.
7. Suicide, Self-Harm, & Dangerous Acts: We do not allow content that promotes or glorifies suicide, self-harm, eating disorders, or unsafe practices.
8. Hateful Behavior: Content must not attack or incite violence against individuals or groups based on race, ethnicity, nationality, religion, gender, sexual orientation, disability, or other protected attributes. Hate speech, slurs, or hateful ideologies are not tolerated.
9. Harassment & Bullying: Respectful expression of views is welcome, but degrading, humiliating, or harassing content is prohibited. Sexual harassment, intimidation, or unwanted advances in comments, messaging, or works will lead to removal.
10. Adult Content & Exploitation: Explicit sexual content, pornography, and sexually exploitative material are not allowed. Depictions of non-consensual sexual acts, sextortion, or abuse will be reported to relevant authorities.
11. Child Safety & Well-Being: Exploitation, abuse, or endangerment of minors is strictly prohibited. We report any child sexual abuse material (CSAM) to the relevant authorities.

Enforcement

Violations may result in removal of content, suspension, or permanent account bans. Repeated violations will lead to stricter actions. Knowvas reserves the right to notify legal authorities in cases of criminal activity.

Building Together

Knowvas is not just a platform but a movement to empower African creators and safeguard creativity. By following these standards, you contribute to a safe, inclusive, and piracy-free publishing ecosystem.

Definitions

For the purpose of these Terms of Service, the following terms shall have the meanings set out below:

• “Knowvas” / “Platform” / “Service” – refers to Knowvas Technology Limited, including its website, mobile applications, publisher portal, and all related services.
• “Account” – means the registered profile created by a User, Author, or Publisher to access the services provided by Knowvas.
• “Author” / “Publisher” / “Creator” – refers to any individual or entity that uploads, publishes, distributes, or otherwise makes content available on Knowvas.
• “User” / “Reader” / “Customer” – refers to any individual or entity that accesses, streams, or consumes content through Knowvas.
• “Content” / “Book” / “Publication” – refers to all digital works uploaded to Knowvas, including eBooks, audiobooks, comics, magazines, newspapers, videos, and interactive materials.
• “Royalties” / “Earnings” – means the payments due to Authors/Publishers under Knowvas’ monetization models (Direct Sales or Subscription Reads) after applicable fees and deductions.
• “Direct Sales” / “Single Purchase” – means the monetization model where readers purchase a single item, and the Author/Publisher earns a percentage of the sale price.
• “Subscription Reads” – means the monetization model where readers access content under a subscription plan, and Authors/Publishers earn based on completed reads.
• “Intellectual Property Rights (IPR)” / “IP” – means all copyrights, trademarks, trade secrets, moral rights, and other rights relating to the content uploaded to Knowvas.
• “DMCA” – refers to the Digital Millennium Copyright Act, which governs copyright takedown notices and safe-harbour protections.
• “Support Services” – refers to the assistance provided by Knowvas to Authors/Publishers/Users via email, phone, webinars, or other official channels.
• “Termination” / “Suspension” – means the removal, suspension, or deactivation of an Account or Content for violation of these Terms or at the request of the Author/Publisher.