Terms and Conditions for Menu Buddy

Effective Date: May 19, 2025

These Terms and Conditions ("Terms") govern your use of the Menu Buddy mobile application ("Application") provided by Jerzy Frymark ("Service Provider") as a commercial service. By downloading or using the Application, you agree to these Terms. Please read them carefully. If you do not agree, do not use the Application.

1. Use of the Application

• The Application is provided "AS IS" for personal, non-commercial use to assist with restaurant menu interactions, including scanning menus and providing dietary recommendations.
• You must be at least 13 years old to use the Application.
• You agree not to use the Application for unlawful purposes, to harm others, or to interfere with its functionality (e.g., by jailbreaking or rooting your device, which may compromise security).
• You are responsible for maintaining the security of your device and account (if applicable) and ensuring the accuracy of data you input, such as dietary preferences or allergies.

2. Intellectual Property

• All content, trademarks, copyrights, and other intellectual property in the Application are owned by or licensed to the Service Provider.
• You may not copy, modify, distribute, translate, extract source code, or create derivative works of the Application without prior written consent.

3. User Responsibilities

• You are responsible for verifying critical information (e.g., allergies, ingredients) with restaurant staff, as the Application’s AI relies on third-party data and may not always be accurate.
• You agree not to upload harmful or inappropriate content.
• You are responsible for any charges from your mobile provider, including data or roaming fees, incurred while using the Application. If you are not the bill payer, you confirm you have permission to use the device.
• Ensure your device remains charged and functional. The Service Provider is not liable if the Application is inaccessible due to device issues.

4. Third-Party Services

• The Application uses third-party services with their own Terms and Conditions:
  • Google Play Services
  • Google Analytics for Firebase
  • Firebase Crashlytics
  • RevenueCat
• The Service Provider is not responsible for the availability or performance of these services.

5. Subscription and Payments

• The Application offers free and paid plans (Basic, Pro, Family). Details are available at Pricing.
• Payments are processed via third-party services (e.g., RevenueCat). You agree to their terms.
• Subscriptions may auto-renew unless canceled. Charges will be clearly communicated. Refunds are subject to the Service Provider’s policy and applicable laws.

6. Technical Requirements

• Some features require an active internet connection (Wi-Fi or mobile data). The Service Provider is not liable for reduced functionality due to connectivity issues or exhausted data allowances.
• The Application may require updates to remain compatible with your device’s operating system. You agree to install updates to continue using the Application.

7. Limitation of Liability

• The Service Provider is not liable for inaccuracies in menu information, third-party data, or damages (direct or indirect) from your use of the Application.
• The Service Provider is not responsible for health-related decisions based on Application recommendations.
• The Application’s functionality depends on third-party data and services, and the Service Provider does not guarantee their accuracy or availability.

8. Termination

The Service Provider may suspend or terminate your access to the Application for violating these Terms or for any reason, with or without notice. Upon termination, all rights and licenses granted to you will end, and you must cease using and delete the Application. You may stop using the Application at any time by uninstalling it.

9. Changes to Terms

We may update these Terms periodically. Changes will be posted in the Application or communicated via email. Continued use of the Application constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms.

10. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of California, USA, without regard to conflict of law principles. Any disputes will be resolved in the courts of California.

11. Contact Us

For questions about these Terms, contact us at jurek@menubuddy.app.