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title: "Terms of Use"
description: "Terms for using thistleandmoth.org, its free story, and its submissions."
---

_Last updated: July 2026_

These terms cover using thistleandmoth.org, its free story, and
submitting the contact or submissions forms.

## Using this site

This site and its free story are provided as-is, for entertainment
purposes.

## The free story

The story belongs to Thistle & Moth. You're welcome to read and enjoy it;
you're not entitled to redistribute, resell, or republish it without
asking first.

## Submissions

Submitting a manuscript through [the submissions page](/submissions/)
doesn't transfer any rights in it — you retain ownership of your work
unless a separate agreement says otherwise. Submitting doesn't guarantee
a response or acceptance.

## No warranty

This site and its content are provided without warranties of any kind,
express or implied.

## Liability

To the extent the law allows, Thistle & Moth isn't liable for damages
arising from your use of this site or its content.

## Changes

These terms may be updated as the site changes. Material changes will
update the date at the top of this page.

## Questions

[Get in touch](/contact/).