Terms of Service

Last Updated: January 2025

1. Acceptance of Terms

By downloading, installing, or using the You Are What You Eat mobile application ("App"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service ("Terms"). If you do not agree to these Terms, do not use the App.

2. Description of Service

2.1 What We Provide

You Are What You Eat is a mobile application that:

• Scans product barcodes using your device camera
• Retrieves product information from public databases
• Analyzes ingredients using artificial intelligence
• Identifies ultra-processed foods (UPFs) and health risks
• Provides scientific references and study information
• Offers health scores and recommendations

2.2 What We Are NOT

• ❌ NOT a medical service: We do not provide medical advice
• ❌ NOT a substitute for professionals: Always consult healthcare providers
• ❌ NOT 100% accurate: Data depends on external sources
• ❌ NOT a diagnostic tool: Cannot diagnose medical conditions

3. Account Registration

3.1 Account Requirements

• You must be at least 13 years old
• Provide accurate and complete information
• Maintain security of your password
• Notify us of unauthorized access

3.2 Account Responsibilities

• You are responsible for all activity under your account
• You must not share your account credentials
• You must keep your contact information updated

4. Subscription Plans

4.1 Free Tier

4.2 Premium Subscription

4.3 Subscription Terms

Auto-Renewal

• Subscriptions automatically renew unless cancelled
• Renewal occurs 24 hours before current period ends
• Charged to your Apple/Google account

Cancellation

• Cancel anytime via App Store or Google Play settings
• No refund for unused portion of current period
• Access continues until end of billing period

Free Trial

• First-time subscribers may get 7-day free trial
• Must cancel before trial ends to avoid charges
• Cancel via App Store/Google Play settings

Price Changes

• We may change prices with 30 days notice
• Existing subscribers: price change at next renewal
• You can cancel before new price takes effect

4.4 Refunds

5. Acceptable Use

5.1 You MAY

• ✅ Use the App for personal, non-commercial purposes
• ✅ Scan products you purchase or consider purchasing
• ✅ Share general information with friends/family
• ✅ Provide feedback and suggestions

5.2 You MAY NOT

• ❌ Use automated tools to scan excessive products
• ❌ Attempt to hack, reverse engineer, or exploit the App
• ❌ Redistribute or resell our analysis/data
• ❌ Use the App for commercial purposes without permission
• ❌ Upload malicious code or viruses
• ❌ Impersonate others or create fake accounts
• ❌ Harass other users or our support team
• ❌ Violate any laws or regulations

6. Intellectual Property

6.1 Our Rights

• App name, logo, and branding are our trademarks
• App design and code are copyrighted
• AI analysis and algorithms are proprietary
• All rights reserved

6.2 Your Rights

• You own your account data
• You can export your scan history
• You can delete your data anytime

6.3 Third-Party Content

• Product data from Open Food Facts (open database)
• Scientific references are publicly available
• Third-party trademarks belong to their owners

7. Disclaimers and Limitations

7.1 Health Information Disclaimer

7.2 Data Accuracy Disclaimer

7.3 Allergy Warning

7.4 Limitation of Liability

7.5 "As Is" and "As Available"

The App is provided:

• AS IS: Without warranties of any kind
• AS AVAILABLE: May have downtime or interruptions

We disclaim all warranties:

• Implied warranties of merchantability
• Fitness for a particular purpose
• Non-infringement
• Accuracy or completeness

8. Service Availability

8.1 Uptime

• We strive for 99% uptime
• No guarantee of uninterrupted service
• Maintenance windows may occur

8.2 Service Changes

• We may modify, suspend, or discontinue features
• We'll notify you of major changes
• No refunds for removed features (subject to law)

8.3 Third-Party Dependencies

• Open Food Facts API availability
• OpenAI API availability
• App Store/Google Play functionality

9. Termination

9.1 By You

• Delete your account in app settings
• Uninstall the App
• Cancel subscription via App Store/Google Play

9.2 By Us

• We may terminate accounts that violate Terms
• We may suspend service for non-payment
• We'll provide notice when possible

9.3 Effect of Termination

• Your data will be deleted (within 30 days)
• No refund for current subscription period
• These Terms survive termination where applicable

10. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold us harmless from:

• Your violation of these Terms
• Your use of the App
• Your violation of third-party rights
• Claims arising from your account activity

11. Governing Law and Disputes

11.1 Governing Law

• These Terms governed by applicable law in your jurisdiction
• Excluding conflict of law provisions

11.2 Dispute Resolution

Informal Resolution: Contact us first at legal@youarewhatyoueat.com. We'll try to resolve within 30 days.

Arbitration (if informal resolution fails): Binding arbitration (if required by your jurisdiction), individual basis only (no class actions).

Small Claims Court: You may bring claims in small claims court if within that court's jurisdiction.

11.3 Class Action Waiver

• No class action lawsuits
• No class arbitrations
• Individual claims only
• (Where permitted by law)

12. Privacy

• See our Privacy Policy for data practices
• Privacy Policy incorporated by reference

13. Changes to Terms

13.1 Updates

• We may update these Terms periodically
• Last updated date shown at top
• Material changes notified via email or in-app

13.2 Acceptance

• Continued use after changes means acceptance
• If you disagree, stop using the App

14. Children's Use

• App not intended for children under 13
• Children 13-17 need parental consent
• Parents responsible for minor's use

15. International Use

• App available in multiple countries
• You responsible for local law compliance
• Some features may vary by region

16. Contact Information

17. Miscellaneous

17.1 Entire Agreement

• These Terms and Privacy Policy constitute entire agreement
• Supersedes all prior agreements

17.2 Severability

• If any provision is invalid, rest remains in effect

17.3 No Waiver

• Our failure to enforce doesn't waive our rights

17.4 Assignment

• We may assign these Terms
• You may not assign without our consent

17.5 Force Majeure

• Not liable for events beyond our control
• Natural disasters, wars, strikes, etc.

By using You Are What You Eat, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service.

Questions? Contact us at legal@youarewhatyoueat.com