1. Introduction and Acceptance
These Terms of Service (“Terms”) govern your use of Expat Dev’s website, applications, and services. By accessing or using any of our services, you agree to be bound by these Terms.
If you do not agree to these Terms, you must not access or use our services. These Terms apply to all users, including visitors to our website and users of our applications.
1.1 Scope of Services
Our services include:
- The Expat Dev website (expatdev.net)
- Desktop applications available through the Microsoft App Store
- Desktop applications available through the Apple App Store
- All related features, content, and functionality
2. Website Terms
2.1 Website Use
Our website is provided for informational purposes and to showcase our applications. You may:
- Browse and view website content
- Access links to download our applications
2.2 Website Restrictions
You may not:
- Use the website for any unlawful purpose
- Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems
- Interfere with the website’s operation
- Copy, distribute, or modify website content without permission
3. Microsoft App Store Applications
3.1 Platform Terms
Applications downloaded through the Microsoft App Store are subject to:
- Microsoft Store Terms: Microsoft’s Store Terms and Conditions govern downloads, purchases, and app usage
- Microsoft Policies: All Microsoft policies regarding app store usage apply
- Payment Processing: Microsoft processes all payments and handles refunds according to their policies
- Platform Rules: Microsoft’s platform rules and guidelines supersede these terms where applicable
3.2 Application License
Subject to these Terms and Microsoft’s terms, we grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to download and use our applications on devices you own or control.
4. Apple App Store Applications
4.1 Platform Terms
Applications downloaded through the Apple App Store are subject to:
- Apple’s Terms of Service: Apple’s App Store Terms and Conditions govern downloads, purchases, and usage
- Apple Policies: All Apple policies regarding App Store usage apply
- Payment Processing: Apple processes all payments and handles refunds according to their policies
- Platform Guidelines: Apple’s App Store Review Guidelines and policies supersede these terms where applicable
4.2 Apple-Specific Terms
For Apple App Store downloads:
- Apple is not responsible for the application or any claims relating to it
- Apple has no warranty obligations with respect to the application
- You may only use the application on Apple-branded devices that you own or control
- Apple and Apple’s subsidiaries are third-party beneficiaries of these terms
5. Application Usage and API Integration
5.1 Your API Keys
Our applications require you to provide your own API keys from third-party AI service providers:
- Your Responsibility: You must obtain API keys directly from service providers
- Provider Terms: You must comply with all terms of service of the API providers
- Usage Costs: You are responsible for all costs associated with API usage
- Rate Limits: API usage is subject to provider rate limits and restrictions
5.2 Content and Data
You retain ownership of all content you create or input into our applications. However:
- Content sent to AI providers is subject to their terms and policies
- You are responsible for ensuring you have rights to any content you input
- We do not store or have access to your content
5.3 Prohibited Uses
You may not use our applications for:
- Illegal activities or content creation
- Harassment, abuse, or harmful content generation
- Violating any third-party rights
- Circumventing API provider restrictions
- Creating content that violates platform policies
6. Use at Your Own Risk
6.1 Risk Acknowledgment
YOU USE OUR SERVICES AT YOUR OWN RISK. You acknowledge and agree that:
- AI-generated content may be inaccurate, inappropriate, or unreliable
- You are solely responsible for evaluating and using any generated content
- Our applications are provided as tools only, without any guarantees of specific outcomes
- Technical issues, errors, or interruptions may occur
6.2 Content Disclaimer
AI-generated content may:
- Contain factual errors or misinformation
- Reflect biases present in training data
- Violate third-party rights or policies
- Be inappropriate for your intended use
7. Disclaimer of Warranties
OUR SERVICES ARE PROVIDED “AS IS” AND “AS AVAILABLE” WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED.
We disclaim all warranties, including but not limited to:
- Merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose
- Non-infringement and title
- Accuracy, reliability, or completeness of content
- Uninterrupted or error-free operation
- Security or freedom from viruses or harmful components
No oral or written information provided by us creates any warranty not expressly stated in these Terms.
8. Limitation of Liability
8.1 Exclusion of Damages
TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, EXPAT DEV SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY:
- Indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages
- Loss of profits, data, business, or opportunity
- Personal injury or property damage
- Damages arising from AI-generated content
- Third-party API service interruptions or failures
- Loss of work product or creative content
8.2 Liability Cap
Our total liability for any claims shall not exceed the amount you paid for the specific application in the 12 months preceding the claim, or $100, whichever is greater.
8.3 Essential Purpose
These limitations apply even if any limited remedy fails its essential purpose and regardless of the legal theory of liability.
9. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Expat Dev, its officers, directors, employees, and agents from any claims, damages, or expenses arising from:
- Your use of our services
- Content you create or input
- Violation of these Terms
- Violation of third-party rights
- Your API usage and associated costs
10. Termination
We may terminate or suspend your access to our services at any time, with or without notice, for any reason, including violation of these Terms.
Upon termination:
- Your license to use our services ends immediately
- You must cease all use of our applications
- Sections regarding liability, indemnification, and disputes survive termination
11. Governing Law and Disputes
These Terms are governed by the laws of [Your Jurisdiction]. Any disputes shall be resolved through binding arbitration, except that we may seek injunctive relief in court.
You waive any right to participate in class action lawsuits or class-wide arbitrations.
12. Changes to Terms
We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. We will notify you of material changes by:
- Updating the “Last updated” date
- Posting updated terms on our website
- Providing in-app notifications for significant changes
Continued use of our services after changes constitutes acceptance of the new Terms.
13. Miscellaneous
13.1 Entire Agreement
These Terms constitute the entire agreement between you and Expat Dev regarding our services.
13.2 Severability
If any provision of these Terms is found unenforceable, the remaining provisions remain in full force.
13.3 No Waiver
Our failure to enforce any right or provision does not waive our right to enforce it later.
14. Contact Information
For questions about these Terms of Service, please contact us:
- Email: legal@expatdev.net
- Website: expatdev.net
We will respond to legal inquiries within 30 days of receipt.