Terms of Service

Last updated: 4/22/2026

1. Acceptance

By accessing Vertical Index you agree to these Terms. If you do not agree, do not use the service.

2. The service

Vertical Index is a discovery and metadata database for vertical drama / microdrama titles. We aggregate publicly available information and link to third-party platforms. We do not host, stream, or distribute the works themselves.

3. Accounts

You are responsible for the security of your account and for all activity under it. You must provide accurate information and be at least 13 years old (16 in the EEA).

4. Acceptable use

You agree not to: (a) scrape or bulk-download the service, (b) reverse engineer or interfere with the platform, (c) submit unlawful content, (d) infringe intellectual property, or (e) misuse the service to harass others.

5. Intellectual property

All title artwork, names, and synopses remain the property of their respective owners. Our compilation, design, and code are protected by copyright and other laws.

6. Third-party links

The service links to third-party platforms. We are not responsible for the content, terms, or privacy practices of those services.

7. Disclaimer

The service is provided "AS IS" and "AS AVAILABLE" without warranties of any kind, to the maximum extent permitted by law.

8. Limitation of liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, Vertical Index shall not be liable for indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising from your use of the service.

9. Termination

We may suspend or terminate your access for violation of these Terms or applicable law.

10. Governing law

These Terms are governed by the laws of the operator's jurisdiction, without regard to conflict-of-law principles. Mandatory consumer protections in your country of residence still apply.

11. Changes

We may update these Terms from time to time. Continued use after changes constitutes acceptance.