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Disclaimer & DMCA Policy

Last Updated: December 14, 2025

Effective Date: December 14, 2025

This website, athenatls.com, provides English fan translations of Japanese light novels. The translations are produced solely for the educational purpose of improving the translators’ Japanese-to-English language skills and to share stories with a wider audience who may not otherwise have access.

1. Copyright and Ownership

All original content, including but not limited to the story, characters, and illustrations, is the exclusive property of the original author(s), illustrator(s), and their respective publishers. athenatls.com makes no claim of ownership over the original copyrighted work. These translations are an unofficial, derivative work created without commercial intent.

2. Non-Commercial and Educational Purpose

The translations provided on this website are for non-commercial, educational, and personal use. They are provided completely free of charge. The primary motivation behind this project is language practice and appreciation for the source material.

3. Support the Official Release

We strongly encourage all visitors to support the original creators. If you enjoy the story, please purchase the official light novels, or any other related merchandise when they become available in your region. Supporting the official release is the best way to ensure the creators can continue making the wonderful stories we all enjoy.

  • You can often find official releases on platforms like: Amazon.co.jp
  • Or purchase the original Japanese version here: Amazon.co.jp

4. DMCA Takedown and Removal Policy

This website respects the intellectual property rights of others and complies with the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA).

Designated Agent for DMCA Notices:
If you are a copyright owner (or authorized agent) and believe content on this website infringes your copyright, please send a written notice to our Designated Agent:

Email: [email protected]

Your notice must include:

  • Identification of the copyrighted work claimed to be infringed
  • Identification of the infringing material and its location (URL)
  • Your contact information (name, address, phone number, email)
  • A statement that you have a good faith belief that the use is not authorized by the copyright owner, its agent, or the law
  • A statement, under penalty of perjury, that the information in your notice is accurate and that you are the copyright owner or authorized to act on the owner’s behalf
  • Your physical or electronic signature

We will respond to valid DMCA notices promptly and remove infringing content, typically within 24-72 hours.

Repeat Infringer Policy:
In accordance with the DMCA, we maintain a policy to terminate access for users who are determined to be repeat infringers of copyright. Users who repeatedly upload or post infringing content will have their accounts permanently suspended.

5. Accuracy and Liability

These translations are produced by a language learner and should be considered non-professional work. While every effort is made to be accurate, translations may contain errors, inaccuracies, or interpretations that differ from the original Japanese nuance. The content is provided “as is” without any warranties, express or implied. athenatls.com and its translators shall not be held liable for any misunderstandings or issues arising from the use of these translations.

6. Contact

For general inquiries: [email protected]
For DMCA notices: [email protected]