Terms of Service

Title: Terms of Service

Last Updated: [Date]

  1. Introduction
  • Welcome to [Your App Name] (“we”, “us”, or “our”). These Terms of Service (“Terms”) govern your access to and use of [your app domain/app name] (“Service”).
  • By accessing or using the Service, you agree to be bound by these Terms and our Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, do not use the Service.
  • If you are using the Service on behalf of an organization, you represent that you have the authority to bind that organization to these Terms.
  1. Definitions
  • “Account” means your user profile created to access the Service.
  • “Content” means any text, images, audio, video, or other material you upload, submit, publish, or display in the Service.
  • “Provider” means any third-party services you connect to the Service (e.g., social logins, data integrations).
  • “Materially Upgraded Features” means major feature enhancements or significant changes to the Service that may affect usage or pricing.
  • “You” means the user or entity using the Service.
  1. Eligibility
  • By using the Service, you represent that you are at least the minimum required age and have the legal capacity to enter into these Terms.
  • If you access the Service on behalf of an organization, you agree that you are authorized to bind that organization to these Terms.
  1. Access and Account Security
  • You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials and for all activities that occur under your account.
  • You agree to notify us immediately of any unauthorized use or security breach.
  • We may suspend or terminate access if we suspect account compromise or policy violations.
  1. Services and Modifications
  • The Service provides [brief description of core features].
  • We may modify, suspend, or discontinue features or the Service at any time with or without notice.
  • If there are Materially Upgraded Features, we will typically provide notice and an updated description of changes.
  1. Payments (if applicable)
  • If the Service requires payment, you agree to pay all applicable fees as described at the time of purchase.
  • Fees are non-refundable unless otherwise stated.
  • We may update pricing with prior notice per applicable laws.
  • You are responsible for any taxes arising from your use of the Service.
  1. Usage Rules and Conduct
  • You agree not to use the Service for illegal, harmful, or infringing purposes.
  • You must not attempt to interfere with the Service, access other users’ accounts, or bypass security measures.
  • You retain ownership of your Content, but you grant us a license to use, store, display, and transmit it as necessary to provide the Service.
  1. Content and Intellectual Property
  • Ownership: All rights not expressly granted are reserved to us or our licensors.
  • License to Content: By uploading Content to the Service, you grant us a non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free license to use, host, store, reproduce, and distribute that Content to operate and improve the Service.
  • Feedback: If you provide feedback or suggestions, you grant us a non-exclusive license to use and incorporate them without compensation.
  1. Privacy and Data Protection
  • Your use of the Service is also governed by our Privacy Policy. Please review it to understand how we collect, use, and share data.
  • You acknowledge that Personal Data may be processed in accordance with the Privacy Policy for purposes including service delivery, security, analytics, and product improvement.
  1. Security
  • We implement reasonable security measures to protect data but do not guarantee absolute security.
  • You acknowledge that no method of transmission or storage is completely secure.
  1. Third-Party Services
  • The Service may integrate with or link to third-party services. We are not responsible for the availability or content of third-party services.
  • Your use of third-party services is governed by their own terms.
  1. Privacy and Data Rights
  • Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have rights to access, correct, delete, or export your data. Our Privacy Policy describes how to exercise those rights.
  1. Termination
  • You may terminate your use of the Service at any time.
  • We may suspend or terminate your access for violations, inactive accounts, or other policy breaches.
  • Upon termination, your right to use the Service ends, and you may lose access to Content unless otherwise stated.
  1. Warnings, Disclaimers, and Limitation of Liability
  • Warnings: The Service may include warnings, notices, or disclosures about certain features, content, or data handling. You are responsible for understanding and complying with such notices.
  • Disclaimers: THE SERVICE IS PROVIDED “AS IS” AND “AS AVAILABLE” WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, NONINFRINGEMENT, OR IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF TITLE.
  • Limitation of Liability: TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, IN NO EVENT SHALL [YOUR COMPANY] BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES ARISING OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH THE SERVICE, OR YOUR USE OF OR INABILITY TO USE THE SERVICE, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO LOSS OF PROFITS, DATA, OR OTHER INTANGIBLES, EVEN IF ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. IN NO EVENT SHALL OUR TOTAL LIABILITY TO YOU FOR ALL DAMAGES EXCEED THE GREATER OF ONE HUNDRED DIFT (adjust to local currency) OR THE AMOUNT PAID BY YOU TO [YOUR COMPANY] IN THE TWELVE MONTHS PRIOR TO THE CLAIM.
  1. Indemnification
  • You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless [Your Company], its affiliates, officers, directors, employees, and agents from and against any claims, damages, obligations, losses, liabilities, costs, or debt, and expenses (including but not limited to attorney’s fees) arising from: your use of and access to the Service; your violation of these Terms; your violation of any third-party rights.
  1. Governing Law and Disputes
  • These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of [Your Jurisdiction], without regard to its conflict of laws principles.
  • Any disputes arising out of or relating to these Terms or the Service shall be resolved in the courts of [Your Jurisdiction], and you consent to exclusive jurisdiction and venue there.
  1. Changes to Terms
  • We may update these Terms from time to time. We will provide notice of changes and the date of the latest version. Your continued use of the Service after the updated Terms become effective constitutes acceptance of the new Terms.
  • If you do not agree to the updated Terms, discontinue use of the Service.
  1. Entire Agreement
  • These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy and any other policies referenced herein, constitute the entire agreement between you and [Your Company] regarding the Service.
  1. Export Controls
  • The Service may be subject to export and import controls. You agree to comply with all applicable export laws and regulations.
  1. Feedback
  • If you provide feedback or suggestions regarding the Service, you grant us a non-exclusive, royalty-free, worldwide license to use, modify, and incorporate such feedback into the Service without any obligation to compensate you.
  1. Third-Party Rights
  • These Terms do not confer rights to any third party, except as expressly provided herein.
  1. If You Are A Business
  • If you are accessing the Service on behalf of a business, you represent that you have authority to bind the business to these Terms. In such cases, “you” and “your” refer to the business.
  1. Contact Information
  • For questions about these Terms, contact us at: [Contact Email] or via [Physical Address] or [Support Portal].

Appendix A: Data Processing Summary (Optional)

  • Data Controller: [Your Company]
  • Data Processor(s): [If applicable]
  • Purposes: [List purposes such as service delivery, security, analytics]
  • Data Categories: [Provide high-level categories]
  • Data Retention: [Retention periods by category]
  • Data Transfers: [If applicable, regions, safeguards]

Appendix B: Definitions (Optional)

  • “Content”: User-provided content or data within the Service.
  • “Personal Data”: Any information relating to an identified or identifiable natural person.

Appendix C: Handling Complaints and Disputes (Optional)

  • Steps for handling user complaints, escalation paths, and timelines.