Copyright Policy
Keryx copyright compliance and content usage guidelines
Last Updated: 2026-03-01
Copyright Compliance Verified
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 Materials
King James Version (KJV)
- Publisher: Church of England
- Copyright: Public domain (1611)
- Status: Public Domain
- Usage Scope: Full text citation permitted
Copyright Safe
Bible Commentary Materials
Matthew Henry's Commentary
Author: Matthew Henry
Published: 1706
Published: 1706
Copyright: Public Domain
Language: English (original)
Language: English (original)
Translation: In-house translation
Status: Available
Status: Available
Nave's Topical Bible
Author: Orville J. Nave
Published: 1896
Published: 1896
Copyright: Public Domain
Language: English (original)
Language: English (original)
Translation: In-house translation
Status: Available
Status: Available
Torrey's New Topical Textbook
Author: R.A. Torrey
Published: 1897
Published: 1897
Copyright: Public Domain
Language: English (original)
Language: English (original)
Translation: In-house translation
Status: Available
Status: Available
Hymn Materials
Public Domain Hymns
- • Hymns composed/written before 1920
- • Traditional hymns (Amazing Grace, etc.)
- • Public domain status verified
- • Over 450 hymns available
Copyright Safe
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
1
Report Received
2
Content Review
3
Action Taken
4
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: 2026-03-01
- Revision Date: 2026-03-01
- Version: v1.0
- Next Review: September 2026
Related Links and References
Related Legislation
Copyright Organizations
This policy has been established to ensure copyright safety for our users.
Verified Source
KRV Bible (1961, copyright expired), Matthew Henry Commentary (self-translated), Nave's Topical Bible (public domain)