Terms of Service

Last Updated: May 18, 2026

Agreement to Terms

By accessing or using The Living Word Timeline (“the App”), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service (“Terms”). If you do not agree to these Terms, do not use the App.

Description of Service

The Living Word Timeline is an interactive web application that allows users to explore biblical history alongside world history through a visual timeline, content layers, Study Rooms, and related educational features. The App is owned and operated by Yakeem A. Lynch (“Owner”).

User Accounts

To access certain features of the App, you may create an account. When creating an account, you agree to:

• Provide accurate and complete information
• Keep your password secure and confidential
• Notify us immediately if you suspect unauthorized access to your account
• Accept responsibility for all activity that occurs under your account

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate accounts that violate these Terms.

Acceptable Use

You agree NOT to:

• Use the App for any unlawful purpose
• Attempt to access other users' accounts or data
• Reverse engineer, decompile, or disassemble any part of the App
• Copy, reproduce, or redistribute the App's content, design, code, or creative elements without written permission
• Use automated tools (bots, scrapers, crawlers) to extract data from the App
• Interfere with or disrupt the App's functionality or servers
• Upload or transmit malicious code, viruses, or harmful content
• Use the App to harass, abuse, or harm others
• Misrepresent your identity or affiliation

User-Generated Content

When you create bookmarks, notes, or other content within the App (“User Content”), you retain ownership of that content. However, you grant us a limited license to store, display, and process your User Content solely for the purpose of providing the App’s services to you.

You are solely responsible for your User Content. We do not monitor or review User Content, but we reserve the right to remove any content that violates these Terms.

Intellectual Property

The App and its entire contents — including but not limited to source code, design, user interface, animations, data architecture, curated biblical and historical data, original descriptions, Study Room content, and all creative elements — are the exclusive intellectual property of the Owner and are protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

You may not copy, modify, distribute, sell, or create derivative works based on the App or its content without express written permission from the Owner.

For complete intellectual property terms, refer to the LICENSE file included with the App.

Biblical and Historical Content

The App presents biblical and historical information from multiple scholarly perspectives for educational purposes. Content in Study Rooms, timeline events, and related features represents various interpretive positions held by scholars and traditions throughout church history.

The App does NOT:

• Claim to represent the official position of any church, denomination, or religious organization
• Provide theological, spiritual, or pastoral counsel
• Replace personal Bible study, prayer, or guidance from your pastor or spiritual leader

The “What AI Thinks” sections in Study Rooms represent AI-generated analysis of scholarly positions and should be understood as a tool for comparison, not as authoritative teaching.

Historical dates, especially for early biblical events, are subject to scholarly debate. The App presents commonly accepted chronologies while acknowledging where significant disagreement exists.

Third-Party Content

The App may contain links to third-party websites, embedded YouTube videos, and references to external resources. We do not control and are not responsible for the content, accuracy, or practices of third-party sites. Inclusion of any third-party content does not imply endorsement.

YouTube videos embedded in the App are subject to YouTube’s Terms of Service (youtube.com/t/terms). Map data is provided by OpenStreetMap contributors and is subject to their terms.

Free and Premium Features

The App may offer both free and premium features. We reserve the right to:

• Change which features are included in free and premium tiers
• Modify pricing for premium features with reasonable notice
• Discontinue any feature with reasonable notice

If you have a paid subscription, cancellation and refund policies will be communicated at the time of purchase.

Disclaimer of Warranties

THE APP IS PROVIDED “AS IS” AND “AS AVAILABLE” WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ACCURACY, OR NON-INFRINGEMENT.

We do not warrant that:

• The App will be uninterrupted, secure, or error-free
• The content will be accurate, complete, or current at all times
• Any errors or defects will be corrected within a specific timeframe

Limitation of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, THE OWNER SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO LOSS OF DATA, LOSS OF PROFITS, OR BUSINESS INTERRUPTION, ARISING OUT OF OR RELATED TO YOUR USE OF THE APP.

IN NO EVENT SHALL THE OWNER’S TOTAL LIABILITY EXCEED THE AMOUNT YOU HAVE PAID TO US IN THE TWELVE (12) MONTHS PRECEDING THE CLAIM, OR FIFTY DOLLARS ($50), WHICHEVER IS GREATER.

Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless the Owner from any claims, damages, losses, liabilities, and expenses (including reasonable attorney’s fees) arising from your use of the App, your violation of these Terms, or your violation of any third-party rights.

Account Termination

We may suspend or terminate your access to the App at any time, with or without cause, with or without notice. Upon termination, your right to use the App ceases immediately.

You may delete your account at any time through your profile settings. Upon deletion, your personal data will be permanently removed in accordance with our Privacy Policy.

Changes to These Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. We will notify you of material changes by posting a notice within the App or by email. Your continued use of the App after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the updated Terms.

If you do not agree to the updated Terms, you must stop using the App and may delete your account.

Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of New Jersey, United States of America, without regard to its conflict of law provisions. Any disputes arising under these Terms shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts located in the State of New Jersey.

Severability

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

Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy and LICENSE, constitute the entire agreement between you and the Owner regarding your use of the App and supersede any prior agreements.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about these Terms, contact us at: