Terms of Service

Last Updated: November 15, 2025

1. Acceptance of Terms

By installing and using Focus Reader ("the Extension"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service. If you do not agree to these terms, please do not use the Extension.

2. Description of Service

Focus Reader is a Chrome browser extension that provides:

  • Distraction-free reading mode for web articles
  • Dark and light theme options
  • Reading list management
  • Customizable font and display settings
  • Additional features as they become available

3. Free Service

The core version of Focus Reader is provided free of charge. We may introduce optional paid features in the future, which will be subject to separate terms and pricing.

4. User Responsibilities

When using Focus Reader, you agree to:

  • Use the Extension only for lawful purposes
  • Respect the intellectual property rights of website owners and content creators
  • Not attempt to reverse engineer, decompile, or modify the Extension
  • Not use the Extension to violate any website's terms of service
  • Keep your browser and the Extension updated for security and functionality

5. Content and Copyright

Focus Reader displays content from third-party websites in a reformatted view. We do not claim ownership of any content displayed through the Extension. All content remains the property of its original creators and publishers.

Users are responsible for ensuring they have the right to access and view the content they choose to display using Focus Reader.

6. Privacy and Data

Your use of Focus Reader is also governed by our Privacy Policy. Please review it to understand how we handle your information.

In summary: We do not collect, store, or transmit your personal data or browsing history. All data is stored locally on your device.

7. Disclaimers and Limitations

THE EXTENSION IS PROVIDED "AS IS" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND.

We do not guarantee that:

  • The Extension will work on all websites or in all situations
  • The Extension will be error-free or uninterrupted
  • Content will be displayed exactly as on the original website
  • The Extension will meet your specific requirements

8. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, Focus Reader and its developers shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages resulting from your use or inability to use the Extension.

9. Changes to the Extension

We reserve the right to:

  • Modify or discontinue any feature of the Extension at any time
  • Update these Terms of Service as needed
  • Introduce new features or pricing models

Material changes will be communicated through extension updates or on our website.

10. Termination

You may stop using Focus Reader at any time by uninstalling the Extension from your browser. We reserve the right to discontinue the Extension at any time, though we will make reasonable efforts to provide notice.

11. Third-Party Services

Focus Reader may integrate with third-party services (such as payment processors for future paid features). Your use of these services is subject to their respective terms and conditions.

12. Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of your jurisdiction, without regard to its conflict of law provisions.

13. Contact Information

If you have any questions about these Terms of Service, please contact us:

14. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable or invalid, that provision will be limited or eliminated to the minimum extent necessary, and the remaining provisions will remain in full force and effect.

Questions?

We want these terms to be clear and fair. If you have any questions or concerns about these Terms of Service, please don't hesitate to reach out to us at support@focusreader.app.