Copyright Policy

Keryx copyright compliance and content usage guidelines

Last Updated: 2026-03-09

Keryx ensures the copyright safety of all content. All materials used are either public domain works with expired copyrights or legally licensed materials.

1Copyright Protection Principles

1. Copyright Safety First

Keryx exclusively uses materials with expired copyrights or public domain works, ensuring users can safely use the service.

2. Transparent Source Attribution

We clearly indicate the source and copyright status of all content, so users can confidently utilize materials.

3. Continuous Monitoring

We continuously monitor changes in copyright law and new regulations to maintain the legal safety of our service.

Materials and Sources

Bible Source

King James Version (1611) — Church of England, Public Domain

Commentary Source

Matthew Henry's Commentary (1706) — Public Domain

Hymn Source

Classic English Hymns (Amazing Grace, etc.) — 450 hymns, Public Domain

Illustrations and Testimonies

• Historical illustrations: Classic public domain illustration collection
• Biblical characters: Bible-based character stories
• Nature illustrations: Based on common natural phenomena
• Original illustrations: Created by Keryx (copyright assigned to pastors)

3AI-Generated Content Copyright

Important: Copyright of AI-generated sermons belongs to the pastor.

Permitted Uses

• Free use and editing of sermon drafts
• Distribution and printing within your church
• Use for pastoral purposes
• Personal sermon archive storage
• Sharing with other pastors

Prohibited Uses

• Selling for commercial purposes
• Unauthorized publishing
• Claiming copyright without disclosing AI generation
• Mass redistribution
• Providing as training data for other AI services

Recommendations

• All generated sermons should be reviewed by the pastor
• Verify theological accuracy before use
• Modify and supplement to fit your church context
• When possible, acknowledge the use of AI assistance

4Keryx Service Copyright

1. Service and Software

• Website design: Owned by Keryx
• Software code: Owned by Keryx
• Brand and logo: Owned by Keryx
• UI/UX design: Owned by Keryx

2. User Restrictions

• Unauthorized use of Keryx logo and brand is prohibited
• Commercial use of service screenshots is prohibited
• Replicating the service or developing similar services is prohibited
• Extracting content through technical means is prohibited

3. Permitted Uses

• Mentioning use of Keryx in church introductory materials
• Citing for academic research purposes (with attribution)
• Recommending and introducing the service to fellow pastors
• Non-commercial educational use of screenshots

Copyright Infringement Reporting and Response

1. Infringement Reporting Procedure

Report Received

Content Review

Action Taken

Result Notification

2. How to Report

• Email: copyright@keryx.one
• Mail: Keryx (support@keryx.one)
• Processing Time: Within 7 days of receiving the report

3. Required Documents

• Documents proving copyright ownership
• Description and location of the infringement
• Contact information and identification
• Other relevant supporting documents

Disclaimers and Limitation of Liability

Important: The user bears ultimate responsibility for the copyright and theological accuracy of AI-generated content.

1. Keryx Disclaimers

• Liability for theological interpretation of AI-generated content
• Disputes arising from user's use of content
• Indirect liability for third-party rights infringement
• Losses due to service interruption

2. User Responsibilities

• Theological review of generated content
• Appropriate modifications to fit church context
• Compliance with applicable copyright laws
• Prevention of infringement on others' rights

3. Dispute Resolution

• Step 1: Mutual consultation between parties
• Step 2: Mediation through relevant authorities
• Step 3: Court adjudication
• Governing Law: Applicable local copyright law

7Copyright Policy Changes

Change Procedure

• Policy changes will be announced within the service (at least 30 days in advance)
• Significant changes will be notified individually by email
• Policy updates in accordance with changes in legislation
• A period for user feedback will be provided

Current Policy Information

Effective Date: 2026-03-09
Revision Date: 2026-03-09
Version: v1.0
Next Review: September 2026