Terms of Service

Last updated: January 2025

1. Acceptance of Terms

By downloading, installing, or using the SpringSocial 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

SpringSocial is a mobile application designed to help users practice and improve their social skills through interactive scenarios. The App provides:

• Interactive social skill practice scenarios
• Feedback on social responses and interactions
• Progress tracking for skill development
• Educational content about social interactions

3. Eligibility and User Accounts

3.1 Age Requirements

The App is suitable for users of all ages. Users under 13 should use the App with parental guidance.

3.2 No Account Required

SpringSocial does not require user registration or account creation. The App operates entirely on your device without collecting personal information.

4. Acceptable Use

You agree to use SpringSocial only for its intended purpose of social skills practice and education. You will not:

• Use the App for any unlawful purpose
• Attempt to reverse engineer, decompile, or disassemble the App
• Distribute, modify, or create derivative works of the App
• Use the App in any way that could harm or damage our services
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any part of the App

5. Educational Purpose and Limitations

6. Intellectual Property Rights

6.1 Our Content

All content in SpringSocial, including scenarios, feedback text, user interface design, and software code, is owned by us and protected by copyright and other intellectual property laws.

6.2 Your Rights

We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to use the App for personal, non-commercial purposes in accordance with these Terms.

7. Privacy and Data

SpringSocial is designed with privacy as a core principle:

• No Data Collection: We do not collect, store, or transmit any personal information
• Local Operation: All App functionality occurs on your device
• No Tracking: We do not track usage patterns or behavior
• No Third Parties: We do not share data with third parties because we don't collect any

For complete privacy details, see our Privacy Policy.

8. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law:

8.1 Disclaimer of Warranties

The App is provided "AS IS" and "AS AVAILABLE" without warranties of any kind, either express or implied, including but not limited to:

• Implied warranties of merchantability
• Fitness for a particular purpose
• Non-infringement
• Accuracy or completeness of content
• Uninterrupted or error-free operation

8.2 Limitation of Damages

In no event shall SpringSocial, its developers, or affiliates be liable for any:

• Direct damages: Including but not limited to loss of data, revenue, or profits
• Indirect damages: Including consequential, incidental, special, or punitive damages
• Personal injury: Physical or emotional harm resulting from App use
• Social consequences: Results of applying advice or scenarios in real-world situations
• Technical issues: App malfunctions, crashes, or compatibility problems

8.3 Maximum Liability

Our total liability for all claims related to the App shall not exceed the amount you paid for the App (if any). Since SpringSocial may be offered as a free app, this could be zero dollars.

8.4 Assumption of Risk

You acknowledge and agree that:

• Use of social skills advice in real situations involves inherent risks
• Social interactions vary greatly depending on context, culture, and individuals
• You are responsible for how you apply lessons learned from the App
• Professional guidance may be needed for complex social situations

9. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless SpringSocial and its developers from any claims, damages, losses, or expenses (including legal fees) arising from:

• Your use of the App
• Your violation of these Terms
• Your violation of any third-party rights
• Any content you create or share related to the App

10. App Updates and Changes

10.1 Updates

We may release updates to improve the App, add features, or fix issues. Updates may be automatic or require manual installation through app stores.

10.2 Changes to Service

We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue the App at any time, with or without notice.

11. Third-Party App Stores

If you download SpringSocial from a third-party app store (such as Apple App Store or Google Play), you acknowledge that:

• These Terms are between you and us, not the app store
• The app store has no obligation to provide support
• The app store is not responsible for the App or its content
• App store terms may also apply to your use

12. Termination

These Terms remain in effect until terminated. You may terminate at any time by deleting the App from your device. We may terminate your access if you violate these Terms.

13. Governing Law and Disputes

13.1 Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of [Your Jurisdiction], without regard to conflict of law provisions.

13.2 Dispute Resolution

Any disputes arising from these Terms or the App will be resolved through:

1. Informal Resolution: Contact us first to resolve disputes amicably
2. Mediation: If informal resolution fails, we agree to mediation
3. Arbitration: Final disputes may be subject to binding arbitration

14. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found unenforceable, the remaining provisions will continue in full force and effect.

15. Changes to Terms

We may update these Terms periodically. Significant changes will be communicated through:

• App update notices
• Updated "Last Modified" date
• Website notifications

Continued use of the App after changes constitutes acceptance of new Terms.