Terms Of Service
Writer Terms of Service
Last Updated: 12 October 2025
Introduction & Acceptance
By signing up as a Writer on Kahani.io, you agree to these rules. They explain your rights, your responsibilities, and how we protect the business. If you don't agree, don't use the platform.
Legalese
These Writer Terms of Service ("Terms") form a legally binding agreement between you ("Writer") and Kahani.io Pty Ltd (ACN 691098076), trading as Kahani.io ("Business," "Platform," "we," "us," "our"). By creating an account, accessing, or using the Platform, the Writer acknowledges and agrees to be bound by these Terms.
Definitions
Plain English
Here's what we mean when we use certain words in this document.
Legalese
"Business" / "Platform" / "we" / "us" / "our" means Kahani.io Pty Ltd, ACN 691098076, trading as Kahani.io. "Writer" / "you" / "your" means the individual who creates an account and publishes content on the Platform. "Content" means any text, stories, writings, or material uploaded by a Writer. "Coins" means the internal digital tokens used within the Platform for Reader access to stories. "Free Stories" means the minimum number of stories required to be published by a Writer without Coin-locking, available to all users, and indexable for SEO purposes.
1. Governing Law, Binding Arbitration, and Class Action Waiver
Plain English
If there is a dispute, we will resolve it through binding arbitration in Victoria, Australia. You agreeyou can only bring a claim against us as an individual, and you cannot join a class action lawsuitor any mass arbitration.
Legalese
These Terms shall be governed by the laws of the State of Victoria, Australia. Any dispute, claim,or controversy arising out of or relating to these Terms shall be resolved exclusively throughbinding individual arbitration administered in Victoria. CLASS ACTION WAIVER: The Writer andKahani.io agree that each may bring claims against the other only on an individual basis and notas a plaintiff or class member in any purported class or representative action or proceeding.Unless both the Writer and Kahani.io agree otherwise, the arbitrator may not consolidate morethan one person’s claims, and may not otherwise preside over any form of a representative orclass proceeding.
2. Eligibility & Accounts
Plain English
Writers must be 18+. You can use a pen name for your stories, but your real name will be needed for payments (through our payment gateway). One account per email.
Legalese
The Platform is open only to individuals aged 18 years or older. By creating an account, theWriter represents and warrants that they are at least 18 years of age. Writers may usepseudonyms for display purposes; however, all payment information must be provided in theWriter's legal name as required by the payment gateway. Account creation is limited to one account per unique email address.
3. Free Stories Requirement
Plain English
Every Writer must publish at least 2 free stories before they can start earning. These free stories help with SEO and are available to everyone without restrictions.
Legalese
As a condition of monetisation, each Writer must publish a minimum of two (2) Free Storiesprior to enabling Coin-locking or paid access to Content. Such Free Stories shall remainpublicly accessible, non-Coin locked, and indexable for search engine optimisation purposes.
4. Content Submission, License & Warranties
Plain English
You can upload almost any text/audio 18+ content, but no photo or video porn is allowed. Wecan remove content if it's illegal or hurts our business. You own your work, but you give us apermanent, worldwide license to use and promote it.
You promise your content is legal and original. If we get sued because of your content, you pay all our legal fees and losses.
Legalese
The Writer is permitted to upload text and audio works ("Content") for an adult (18+) audience; visual content, including photographs or video media, is strictly prohibited. Kahani.io reserves the sole, absolute, and non-reviewable right to determine if Content is unsuitable, illegal, or detrimental to the Platform. The Writer grants Kahani.io a non-exclusive, perpetual, irrevocable, worldwide, royalty-free, transferable, and sub-licensable license to use and distribute the Content in connection with the operation and promotion of the Platform. The Writer warrants that the Content is original, they own all necessary rights, and the Content does not infringe any third party’s intellectual property or legal rights. The Writer agrees to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Kahani.io, its affiliates, officers, directors, employees, and agents from and against any and all claims, liabilities, damages, losses, and expenses (including reasonable legal and accounting fees) arising out of or in connection with the Content or the Writer’s breach of any of these Terms.
5. Minimum Content Requirements
Plain English
Writers must make sure that every story or episode meets a minimum word count before publishing. At present, the minimum is1600 words. If your story is shorter than this, our system may stop you from publishing until you meet the requirement. We can change the minimum word count at any time, at our sole discretion, and writers must follow the updated rules.
Legalese
Writers are required to ensure that all submitted stories or episodes meet the minimum word count requirements as determined by Kahani.io Pty Ltd. Currently, such requirements are set at 1600 words. Kahani.io Pty Ltd reserves the right, in its sole discretion, to modify these minimum requirements at any time and to restrict or prohibit the publication of content that does not comply. Writers expressly agree to abide by such requirements as a condition of publication on the Platform.
6. Audio Content Requirements
Plain English
If you want to upload audio versions of your stories, you must follow our rules. We only accept MP3 and M4A files. Your audio must be a reasonable length (at least 5 minutes long) and not excessively large (we may set or change maximum file sizes at any time). If your file is too short, too long, or too large, we may reject it. We may also update these requirements whenever we need to, at our sole discretion.
Legalese
Writers may submit audio files as part of their Content, subject to the following conditions: (a) permitted formats are limited exclusively to MP3 and M4A; (b) each file must meet minimum and maximum length requirements as determined by Kahani.io Pty Ltd (currently set at a minimum of five (5) minutes in duration) , and (c) each file must not exceed maximum file size limits, as determined and amended from time to time at the sole discretion of Kahani.io Pty Ltd. Kahani.io reserves the right, in its absolute discretion, to reject, remove, or restrict any audio file that does not comply with these requirements, or to amend such requirements without notice.
7. Publishing & Unpublishing Content
Plain English
Writers can unpublish a story only once, and only within 15 minutes of first publishing it. After that, stories stay up unless we allow otherwise. This prevents misuse of the system.
Legalese
Writers may exercise the right to unpublish Content within fifteen (15) minutes of its initial publication. Beyond this limited timeframe and one-time allowance, Content shall remain published, and any further removal or unpublishing shall be at the sole discretion of the Business.
8. Termination & Bans
Plain English
We can ban or terminate accounts at our discretion. Writers can appeal once, but our decision is final.
Legalese
The Business may suspend or terminate a Writer's account, at its sole discretion, for any breach of these Terms or conduct harmful to the Business. The Writer shall have the right to submit one appeal or review request, after which the Business's decision shall be final and binding.
9. Indemnity and Limitation of Liability
Plain English
We're not liable for what Writers do. If something goes wrong, the maximum we'd ever owe is what you paid us in the last 3 months. Writers, on the other hand, are liable for their content and must cover us if we get into trouble because of it.
Legalese
The Writer agrees to fully indemnify and hold harmless the Business from any claim, demand, damage, or expense arising out of their Content or conduct. The liability of the Business to the Writer, whether in contract, tort, or otherwise, shall in no event exceed the total amount paid by the Writer to the Business in the preceding three (3) months.
10. General
Plain English
These are the complete rules. If one part doesn't hold up legally, the rest still applies. We can update these rules at any time, and by continuing to use the Platform you accept the changes.
Legalese
These Terms constitute the entire agreement between the Writer and the Business. If any provision is found unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect. The Business reserves the right to amend these Terms at any time by posting the updated version on the Platform. Continued use constitutes acceptance of such amendments.
Reader Terms of Service (Reader TOS)
Last Updated: 12 October 2025
Definitions
Plain English
Here's what we mean when we use certain words in this document.
Legalese
"Kahani.io," "we," "us," "our," "the Platform" means Kahani.io Pty Ltd (ACN 691098076) and thebusiness name "Kahani.io". "Reader" or "you" means Any person accessing or using theKahani.io website, mobile application, or services. "Content" means Any story, text, or materialavailable on the Platform. "Coins" means Virtual tokens earned or purchased by Readers thatmay be used exclusively within the Platform to unlock Content. Coins have no real-world value.
1. Acceptance of Terms
Plain English
By using Kahani.io, you agree to these rules. If you don't agree, don't use the site or app.
Legalese
By accessing, registering for, or otherwise using the Platform, the Reader acknowledges and agrees to be bound by these Terms of Service. Continued use constitutes acceptance. If the Reader does not agree, they must immediately cease all use of the Platform.
2. Age Requirement
Plain English
You must be at least 18 years old to use Kahani.io.
Legalese
Use of the Platform is strictly limited to individuals aged 18 years or older. By registering, the Reader represents and warrants that they meet this requirement.
3. Account Registration
Plain English
You can make an account with your email. Each email can only have one account. You may use a pseudonym, but any payments must be in your real name through our payment partner
Legalese
Each Reader may create a single account per valid email address65. Pseudonyms may be used for display purposes; however, all payment-related activities must be conducted under the Reader's legal identity as required by applicable law and third-party payment processors.
4. Content Consumption and Assumption of Risk
Plain English
Our platform contains 18+ explicit content which may be offensive or uncomfortable. You are solely responsible for deciding what content you view. If you don't like something, your only option is to stop engaging with it. You are not allowed to report content based on subjective offense or suitability. We only accept reports for copyright infringement or illegal activity.
Legalese
The Reader acknowledges the Platform hosts explicit, adult (18+) content and assumes all risk associated with its consumption. The Reader shall be solely responsible for determining the appropriateness of the Content before and during engagement. The Business shall have no liability for any Content viewed by the Reader. The Reader expressly waives any right or ability to submit a report or complaint regarding the suitability, morality, or subjective offensiveness of any text or audio Content. The Business will only investigate reports directly related to potential violations of law, including Copyright Infringement.
5. Coins, Payments, and Subscriptions
Plain English
Coins are just a license to unlock stories. They have no cash value and if your account is banned, you lose them. Some content may need a paid subscription. Subscriptions automatically renew, are non-refundable, and can't be shared.
Legalese
Coins are a limited, non-transferable, revocable license to access certain Content within the Platform. Coins have no monetary or real-world value and are permanently forfeited upon account closure, suspension, or termination. Certain services and content on the Platform may only be accessible through a paid subscription. Subscriptions are personal, non-transferable, and subject to automatic renewal. All payments are final and non-refundable except as required under applicable consumer law.
6. Earning and Use of Coins
Plain English
You can earn Coins by engaging with content, such as leaving a like, review, or sharing a link. We decide exactly how many Coins you earn for each action. Important: We reserve the right to change the amount of Coins you earn, what actions earn them, and to reverse any Coins earned if we suspect fraud or abuse (like using bots).
Legalese
Readers may earn Coins through specific actions on the Platform, including but not limited to liking, reviewing, sharing, or demonstrating reading streaks, as defined by the Business. The quantity of Coins earned for each action is determined at the sole and absolute discretion of Kahani.io Pty Ltd and may be adjusted at any time without prior notice. The Business reserves the right to audit, reverse, or cancel any Coins earned if it suspects fraudulent activity, abuse of the earning mechanism, or violation of these Terms, and its decision in this regard shall be final. Coins have no cash value and may only be redeemed for the temporary unlock of content on the Platform.
7. Content Parity and Pricing
Plain English
The number of coins needed to unlock a story may be different from story to story. Similarly, the length of each story may also vary, even if it costs the same number of coins. We can change the coin amounts, story lengths, and pricing rules at any time, at our sole discretion.
Legalese
Readers acknowledge and agree that the number of coins required to access or unlock individual stories may vary across the Platform. Readers further acknowledge that the length, scope, or substance of stories available for the same number of coins may also vary. Kahani.io Pty Ltd reserves the right, in its sole discretion, to modify, adjust, or otherwise amend the coin requirements, pricing structures, or content parameters at any time without prior notice.
8. Story Unlock Duration and Transferability
Plain English
When you unlock a story using ads, coins, or promo rewards, you only get to read it for 12 hours. After that, it locks again. If you want stories to stay unlocked all the time, you'll need a subscription. Your unlocks belong only to your account—you can't transfer them to someone else or sneak them onto another account.
Legalese
Temporary Unlocks: Any story unlocked through coins, advertisements, promotional rewards, or other non-subscription methods shall remain accessible for a duration of twelve (12) hours commencing from the time of unlock. Upon expiry of this period, the story shall automatically relock, and the user must undertake a new unlock action to regain access. Permanent Unlocks (Subscriptions): Continuous, non-expiring access to stories is available only to users with an active subscription plan. Upon expiration or cancellation of such subscription, the user's access shall revert to the temporary unlock rules herein. NonTransferability: Unlock privileges are personal to the account holder and may not be assigned, transferred, sublicensed, or shared with any other person, entity, or account.
9. Reader Conduct
Plain English
You agree not to break the law, abuse the site, or mess with other users. Don't try to hack, spam, or upload illegal material.
Legalese
The Reader shall not engage in unlawful, abusive, disruptive, or fraudulent activity on the Platform, including but not limited to spamming, distributing malicious code, or uploading content that violates applicable law. Any such activity constitutes a material breach of these Terms.
10. Account Suspension and Termination
Plain English
We can suspend or close your account at any time, for any reason. If we close your account, you lose access to your stories, coins, and any other benefits. You may appeal once, but our decision is final.
Legalese
Kahani.io reserves the right, at its sole discretion and without prior notice, to suspend, restrict, or permanently terminate a Reader's account for any reason. Upon termination, all licenses, access rights, and accumulated Coins shall immediately and irrevocably cease. Readers may submit a single appeal for review; however, all determinations of Kahani.io are final and binding.
11. Indemnity and Limitation of Liability
Plain English
If your actions cause us problems (like legal claims or costs), you agree to cover our losses. If something goes wrong, the maximum we'd ever owe is capped at a very small amount.
Legalese
The Reader agrees to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Kahani.io Pty Ltd, its affiliates, officers, directors, employees, and agents from any and all claims, liabilities, damages, losses, or expenses (including legal fees) arising out of or in connection with the Reader's use of the Platform, violation of these Terms, or infringement of any third-party rights. The liability of the Business to the Reader shall be limited to the total amount paid by the Reader to the Business in the preceding three (3) months, or $100 AUD, whichever is lower.
12. Changes to Terms
Plain English
We can update these rules whenever we need to. If you keep using Kahani.io after the changes, it means you accept the new rules.
Legalese
Kahani.io may amend, modify, or update these Terms of Service at any time, with or without notice. Continued use of the Platform after such modifications constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.
13. Governing Law, Binding Arbitration, and Class Action Waiver
Plain English
These terms are governed by Victorian law in Australia. If there's a dispute, we'll sort it through binding arbitration. You agree you can only sue us as an individual, and you cannot join a class action lawsuit or any mass arbitration.
Legalese
These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the
State of Victoria, Australia. Any dispute arising under or in connection with these Terms shall be resolved exclusively through binding individual arbitration. CLASS ACTION WAIVER: The Reader and Kahani.io agree that each may bring claims against the other only on an individual basis and not as a plaintiff or class member in any purported class or representative action or proceeding.
Revenue Share Terms of Service (Revenue Share TOS)
Last Updated: 12 October 2025
Introduction & Acceptance
Plain English
This document explains how writers earn money on Kahani.io. It works alongside your main Writer TOS.
Legalese
These Revenue Share Terms of Service are a supplement to the Writer Terms of Service and govern all financial and compensation aspects of the Writer's relationship with Kahani.io Pty Ltd (ACN 691098076). Acceptance of the Writer TOS constitutes acceptance of these Revenue Share Terms.
1. Revenue Pool and Writer Compensation
Plain English
Our Coins are just tokens—they have no cash value and can’t be redeemed for money. We pool all the money we make from sales, subscriptions, and ads. You get a percentage of this pooled revenue based on a private score called the WriterScore, which measures how readers engage with your work. The way we calculate this score is private and can be changed by us at any time.
Legalese
The Writer acknowledges that Coins are licensed digital items with no monetary or real-world value and are not redeemable for cash. Compensation shall be based on a defined share of the Net Revenue Pool (aggregated sales, subscriptions, and advertising revenue). The Writer's share is determined by the writer's subscription tier and the WriterScore, which is a proprietary, nonauditable metric calculated at the sole and absolute discretion of Kahani.io. The formula, components, and weighting used to calculate the WriterScore are subject to change, modification, or termination by the Business without prior notice. The Writer agrees that the determination of the Net Revenue Pool and the calculation of the WriterScore by the Business shall be final and binding.
2. Payments and Fees
Plain English
Payouts require proper ID verification and are handled by a payment company, not us. The payments are subject to fees and rules from that company, and we can adjust the revenue splits or minimum payout amounts.
Legalese
All payouts require completion of KYC verification in the Writer's legal name through the payment gateway. The Business reserves the right to adjust revenue-sharing percentages, apply transaction fees, or impose minimum payout thresholds. Writers acknowledge that payments are subject to the rules and policies of the payment gateway and applicable financial institutions.
3. Tax Obligation
Plain English
You are an independent contractor, not an employee. You are solely responsible for paying all your own taxes—including income tax, GST, and VAT—on your earnings. You must cover us for any legal costs or penalties if you fail to meet your tax obligations.
Legalese
The Writer acknowledges that they are acting as an independent contractor and are solely responsible for calculating, reporting, and remitting any and all applicable taxes on earnings received from the Business, including but not limited to income tax, goods and services tax (GST), and value-added tax (VAT). The Writer agrees to indemnify the Business against any claims, liabilities, or penalties arising from the Writer's failure to comply with such tax obligations.
4. Payment Schedule and Currency
Plain English
We process payouts once per month, around the 15th, for the revenue you earned in the month before. All payouts will be calculated and paid in Australian Dollars (AUD).
Legalese
Payouts will be processed monthly, on or about the 15th day of the month, for all accrued and payable revenue earned in the preceding calendar month. All revenue share calculations and payments shall be determined and paid in Australian Dollars (AUD), or another currency as determined by the Business at its sole discretion, converted at the prevailing market exchange rate on the date of payment.
5. Refunds, Chargebacks, and Deductions
Plain English
If a customer demands a refund, files a chargeback, or if we identify a fraudulent transaction, we will deduct the corresponding amount from the Net Revenue Pool or directly from your accrued earnings. Our decision on such deductions is final.
Legalese
The Business reserves the right to deduct from the Net Revenue Pool, or directly from the Writer's accrued earnings, any amounts corresponding to refunds, chargebacks, fraudulent transactions, errors, or disputed payments related to the Content, regardless of when the payment occurred. The Business's determination of such deductions shall be final and binding
6. Governing Law, Binding Arbitration, and Class Action Waiver
Plain English
The same rules apply to financial disputes: we use arbitration in Victoria, and you cannot join a class action lawsuit.
Legalese
These Terms shall be governed by the laws of the State of Victoria, Australia. Any dispute related to revenue calculation or payout shall be resolved exclusively through binding individual arbitration administered in Victoria. CLASS ACTION WAIVER: The Writer and Kahani.io agree that each may bring claims against the other only on an individual basis and not as a plaintiff or class member in any purported class or representative action or proceeding