Terms of Use

By accessing, browsing, or using AfricanBibles.com (the "Site"), you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Use ("Terms") and our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated herein by reference.

These Terms constitute a legally binding agreement between you and Techsoft Mobile ("we", "us", or "our"), the operator of AfricanBibles.com, based in Brandon, Manitoba, Canada.

If you are using the Site on behalf of an organisation, you represent that you have the authority to bind that organisation to these Terms.

AfricanBibles.com is a free online Bible reading platform that provides access to the Holy Bible in 40+ African languages, including Chichewa, Setswana, Yoruba, Igbo, Luganda, Swahili, Amharic, and more.

The Site offers the following features, free of charge:

• Reading the Bible in multiple African and other languages
• Full-text Bible search across books and chapters
• Daily verse delivery
• Verse card generation and sharing
• Bible topic index (A–Z)
• Bible knowledge quiz
• Progressive Web App (PWA) installation for offline reading

You are permitted to use AfricanBibles.com for the following purposes:

• Personal Bible reading, study, and devotion
• Sharing individual Bible verses with others for non-commercial purposes
• Using the search and quiz features for personal spiritual growth
• Installing the PWA on your personal device for offline reading
• Referencing Bible verses in educational, religious, or non-commercial contexts

You agree to use the Site only for lawful purposes and in a manner that does not infringe the rights of others or restrict or inhibit anyone else's use of the Site.

You agree that you will not:

• Scrape, crawl, or systematically download the Site's content or database without prior written permission
• Use automated bots or scripts to access the Site in a way that imposes an unreasonable load on our servers
• Attempt to gain unauthorised access to any part of the Site or its underlying systems
• Use the Site for any commercial purpose without our express written consent
• Reproduce, republish, or redistribute substantial portions of our Bible database or original content without permission
• Interfere with or disrupt the integrity or performance of the Site
• Use the Site to transmit any harmful, offensive, or unlawful content
• Misrepresent your identity or affiliation with any person or organisation

We reserve the right to block access to any user or IP address that violates these prohibitions.

The design, layout, code, graphics, logos, and original written content of AfricanBibles.com are the intellectual property of Techsoft Mobile and are protected by applicable copyright and trademark laws.

• The AfricanBibles.com name, logo, and branding are proprietary to Techsoft Mobile.
• The website's design, user interface, and original features (quiz system, verse card generator, Bible index, etc.) are copyright Techsoft Mobile.
• You may not reproduce, copy, or use our branding or original content without prior written permission.

Bible text translations hosted on this Site are the property of their respective publishers and copyright holders. See Section 6 for details.

AfricanBibles.com provides access to Bible translations in African and other languages. These translations are used in accordance with applicable licensing, public domain status, or permissions granted by rights holders.

• Many older translations (such as the King James Version) are in the public domain and free to use.
• African language translations may be the property of Bible societies, missions organisations, or individual publishers.
• Individual Bible verses may be shared freely for personal, devotional, and non-commercial religious purposes.
• Wholesale reproduction of complete books or large portions of copyrighted translations is not permitted without authorisation from the rights holder.

AfricanBibles.com displays advertisements through Google AdSense to fund the free operation of the Site. By using the Site, you acknowledge and agree that:

• Advertisements may appear on various pages of the Site.
• We are not responsible for the content of third-party advertisements.
• Clicking on advertisements may take you to third-party websites governed by their own terms and policies.
• Google may use cookies to serve personalised ads based on your browsing history. See our Privacy Policy for details and opt-out options.

We do not endorse the products or services advertised through Google AdSense.

AfricanBibles.com is provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis without warranties of any kind, either express or implied, including but not limited to:

• Warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose
• Warranties that the Site will be uninterrupted, error-free, or free of viruses
• Warranties as to the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of any content

While we strive to maintain accurate Bible text, we cannot guarantee that all translations are free from typographical or transcription errors. For critical religious, scholarly, or publishing use, please verify against an authoritative printed edition.

We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue the Site at any time without notice or liability.

To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, Techsoft Mobile and its operators shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising out of or related to:

• Your use of or inability to use the Site
• Any errors or omissions in the content
• Unauthorised access to or alteration of your data
• Any third-party content or services accessed through the Site

In no event shall our total liability to you for all claims exceed the amount you paid to use the Site (which is zero, as the Site is free).

Some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion of certain warranties or limitation of liability, so some of the above may not apply to you.

The Site may contain links to third-party websites, including Google Play, WhatsApp, and Bible society websites. These links are provided for your convenience only.

• We have no control over the content or practices of third-party sites.
• We are not responsible for the privacy practices or terms of any third-party site.
• Linking to a third-party site does not imply our endorsement of that site.

We encourage you to read the terms and privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit through links on AfricanBibles.com.

We reserve the right to modify these Terms of Use at any time. When we do, we will:

• Update the "Last updated" date at the top of this page
• Post the revised Terms at africanbibles.com/terms.php
• For significant changes, display a notice on the homepage

Your continued use of AfricanBibles.com after any changes constitutes your acceptance of the revised Terms. If you do not agree to the updated Terms, you must stop using the Site.

These Terms of Use shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Province of Manitoba, Canada, and the federal laws of Canada applicable therein, without regard to conflict of law principles.

Any disputes arising under or in connection with these Terms shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of Manitoba, Canada.

If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.

If you have any questions about these Terms of Use or wish to report a concern, please contact us. We aim to respond within 48 hours.