Terms of Service for Vapeo: Quit Vaping
Effective Date: Thursday, June 12, 2025
Last Updated: Thursday, June 30, 2025
Introduction
These Terms of Service (“Terms”) govern your access to and use of Vapeo: Quit Vaping (“the App,” “our App,” or “Service”) provided by Vatana Chhorn (“we,” “our,” or “us”). By downloading, installing, or using our App, you agree to be bound by these Terms.
Please read these Terms carefully before using our App. If you do not agree with these Terms, please do not use our App.
1. Acceptance of Terms
By accessing or using Vapeo: Quit Vaping, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms and our Privacy Policy. These Terms constitute a legally binding agreement between you and us.
2. Description of Service
Vapeo: Quit Vaping is a mobile application designed to help users track their vaping habits and support their journey to quit vaping. Our Service includes:
- Vape Break Tracking: Manual logging of vaping sessions
- Progress Analytics: Charts and statistics showing your quitting journey
- AI-Powered Insights: Personalized recommendations based on your usage patterns (limited to 5 analyses per day)
- Streak Tracking: Monitoring consecutive vape-free days
- iCloud Synchronization: Syncing your personal data across your Apple devices
- Community Features: Optional social platform for sharing experiences, progress, and support
- User Profiles: Community profiles with display names and optional profile pictures
- Posts and Comments: Share and discuss experiences with other community members
- Content Moderation: Reporting and review systems to maintain community standards
- Health and Wellness Information: Educational content about quitting vaping
3. Eligibility and Age Requirements
3.1 Age Restrictions
- You must be at least 13 years old to use this App
- If you are between 13 and 18 years old, you must have parental or guardian consent
- The App is primarily intended for adults seeking to quit vaping
- Community features require you to be at least 13 years old and have a valid Google or Apple ID for authentication
3.2 Geographic Restrictions
The App is available globally, but certain features may be limited based on your location and applicable laws.
4. User Account and Data
4.1 Personal Data Storage
- Your personal vaping data is stored in your private iCloud container
- You are responsible for maintaining the security of your Apple ID and iCloud account
- We cannot access your personal vaping data stored in your iCloud container
- Community features require creating an account through Google or Apple Sign-In
- You are responsible for maintaining the security of your authentication credentials
- Your community profile information (display name, email, profile picture) is stored on our servers
- You can delete your community account at any time, which will remove all associated posts and comments
4.3 Data Accuracy
- You are responsible for providing accurate information when logging vape breaks
- You are responsible for ensuring your community profile information is accurate and appropriate
- Inaccurate data may affect the quality of insights and recommendations provided
5. Permitted Use
5.1 License
We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to use the App for personal, non-commercial purposes in accordance with these Terms.
5.2 Acceptable Use
You agree to use the App only for its intended purposes:
- Tracking and reducing vaping habits
- Participating in the community in a supportive and respectful manner
- Sharing experiences and encouragement related to quitting vaping
- Following community guidelines and respecting other users
6. Prohibited Uses
You agree not to:
6.1 Misuse the Service
- Use the App for any illegal or unauthorized purpose
- Attempt to reverse engineer, decompile, or disassemble the App
- Use automated tools to access or interact with the App
- Share or distribute your account credentials
- Create fake accounts or impersonate others
- Post content that promotes vaping, tobacco use, or other harmful substances
- Share content that is abusive, threatening, harassing, or discriminatory
- Upload or share inappropriate, offensive, or explicit content
- Spam or repeatedly post irrelevant content
- Share personal information about yourself or others
- Engage in cyberbullying or harassment of other users
6.3 Technical Violations
- Upload malicious code or attempt to interfere with the App’s functionality
- Attempt to bypass security measures or access restricted areas
- Use the App in a way that could harm minors
- Violate any applicable laws or regulations
6.4 Content Violations
- Post content that infringes on intellectual property rights
- Share false, misleading, or deceptive information
- Post content unrelated to quitting vaping or wellness
- Share content that violates community guidelines
6.5 Commercial Restrictions
- Use the App for commercial purposes without our express written consent
- Resell, redistribute, or create derivative works based on the App
- Use the community features for advertising or promotional purposes
7. Community Features and Content Moderation
- All community content must comply with our community guidelines
- Content should be supportive, respectful, and related to quitting vaping
- Users are encouraged to report inappropriate content or behavior
7.2 Content Moderation
- We reserve the right to review, moderate, or remove any community content
- Reported content will be reviewed and appropriate action will be taken
- Users who violate community guidelines may have their content removed or accounts suspended
7.3 User-Generated Content
- You retain ownership of content you post in the community
- By posting content, you grant us a license to display, distribute, and moderate your content within the app
- You are solely responsible for the content you post
- We may suspend or terminate community accounts for violations of these terms
- Users may delete their own community accounts at any time
- Deletion of community accounts will remove all associated posts and comments
8. AI Features and Limitations
8.1 Daily Usage Limits
- AI-powered insights are limited to 5 analyses per day per user
- These limits help us maintain service quality and manage costs
- Limits reset daily based on your device’s time zone
8.2 AI Accuracy Disclaimer
- AI insights are based on patterns in your usage data
- Recommendations are suggestions only and should not replace professional medical advice
- AI analysis may not always be 100% accurate or applicable to your specific situation
8.3 AI Service Provider
- We currently use Google’s Gemini API (free tier) to generate insights
- Only anonymized, aggregated data summaries are sent to the AI service (never raw personal data)
- Important: Under Gemini’s free tier terms, Google may use the anonymized data summaries to improve their AI models
- We plan to upgrade to Gemini’s paid tier (where data is not used for model improvement) as the app grows
- No personally identifiable information is ever shared with AI services
9. Health Disclaimers
9.1 Not Medical Advice
- The App provides general wellness information and tracking tools
- Content in the App is not intended as medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment
- Community content and advice from other users should not replace professional medical advice
- Always consult with qualified healthcare professionals regarding your health
9.2 Individual Results
- Results may vary between users
- The App does not guarantee successful cessation of vaping
- Your commitment and effort are essential for achieving your quitting goals
9.3 Emergency Situations
- The App is not designed for emergency health situations
- If you experience health emergencies, contact emergency services immediately
10. Premium Features and Subscription
10.1 Premium Subscription
- We offer premium features through a subscription service
- Pricing: $9.99 USD per month with a 7-day free trial
- Premium features include unlimited AI analyses and additional insights
- Subscription automatically renews unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the current period ends
- Premium subscription is separate from community features, which are free
10.2 Free Trial Terms
- New subscribers receive a 7-day free trial period
- You can cancel anytime during the trial period without charge
- If you don’t cancel before the trial ends, you will be charged the monthly subscription fee
- Free trial is available once per Apple ID
10.3 Payment and Billing
- All payments are processed through Apple’s App Store
- Subscriptions are governed by Apple’s Terms of Service
- We do not store your payment information
- Subscription management (including cancellation) is handled through your Apple ID account settings
10.4 Subscription Management
- We use RevenueCat to manage subscription validation and premium feature access
- RevenueCat processes subscription status and receipt validation
- No personal payment information is shared with RevenueCat
10.5 Refunds
- Refund requests are subject to Apple’s App Store refund policy
- We do not process refunds directly
- Contact Apple Support for refund requests
11. Intellectual Property
11.1 Our Rights
- The App, including its design, features, and content, is protected by intellectual property laws
- All rights, title, and interest in the App remain with us
- Our trademarks, logos, and service marks are our exclusive property
11.2 Your Personal Data
- You retain ownership of personal vaping data you input into the App
- By using the App, you grant us a limited license to process your data as described in our Privacy Policy
- You retain ownership of content you post in the community (posts, comments, etc.)
- By posting community content, you grant us a worldwide, non-exclusive, royalty-free license to:
- Display your content within the App
- Moderate and review your content for community standards
- Remove content that violates our guidelines
- You are responsible for ensuring you have the right to post any content you share
- You must not post content that infringes on others’ intellectual property rights
12. Third-Party Services
12.1 Apple Services Integration
- The App integrates with Apple’s iCloud and CloudKit services for personal data storage
- Your use of these services is subject to Apple’s Terms of Service
- We are not responsible for any issues with third-party services
- Community features use Google’s Firebase/Firestore for data storage and authentication
- Firebase’s terms of service and privacy policy apply to community data processing
- Community data is subject to Firebase’s security and availability standards
12.3 Authentication Services
- Community features use Google Sign-In and Apple Sign-In for user authentication
- Your use of these authentication services is subject to Google’s and Apple’s respective terms
- We do not store your authentication credentials directly
12.4 Subscription Management Services
- We use RevenueCat to manage premium subscriptions and validate purchases
- RevenueCat’s terms of service and privacy policy apply to their data processing
- RevenueCat processes subscription status but does not have access to your personal payment information
12.5 Analytics Services
- We may use third-party analytics services with anonymized data only
- These services help us improve the App’s performance and user experience
13. Service Availability
13.1 Uptime
- We strive to maintain high service availability but cannot guarantee 100% uptime
- The Service may be temporarily unavailable for maintenance or updates
- Community features depend on Firebase services and may be affected by Firebase availability
13.2 Geographic Availability
- The App is available through the Apple App Store in supported regions
- Some features may be limited based on local laws and regulations
- Community features are available globally where Firebase services are supported
14. Limitation of Liability
14.1 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 WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, OR NON-INFRINGEMENT.
14.2 Limitation of Damages
TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, WE SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO LOSS OF PROFITS, DATA, OR OTHER INTANGIBLE LOSSES.
14.3 Maximum Liability
OUR TOTAL LIABILITY TO YOU FOR ANY CLAIMS ARISING FROM OR RELATED TO THE APP SHALL NOT EXCEED THE AMOUNT YOU PAID TO US FOR THE APP IN THE 12 MONTHS PRECEDING THE CLAIM.
15. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless us, our affiliates, officers, directors, employees, and agents from and against any claims, damages, losses, costs, and expenses (including reasonable attorneys’ fees) arising from or related to:
- Your use of the App or violation of these Terms
- Content you post in the community
- Your violation of any third party’s rights
- Your violation of community guidelines
16. Termination
16.1 Termination by You
- You may stop using the App at any time
- You can delete your personal vaping data through the App’s reset function
- You can delete your community account and all associated content through the community profile menu
- Uninstalling the App will remove it from your device
16.2 Termination by Us
- We reserve the right to terminate or suspend access to the App at our discretion
- We may terminate access for violations of these Terms or community guidelines
- Community accounts may be suspended or terminated for inappropriate behavior
- We will provide reasonable notice when possible
16.3 Effect of Termination
- Upon termination, your right to use the App ceases immediately
- Personal vaping data stored in your iCloud container will remain under your control
- Community account deletion will remove all associated posts and comments
- Active subscriptions will continue until the end of the current billing period
- You will lose access to premium features when your subscription expires
- Provisions that should survive termination will remain in effect
17. Privacy
Your privacy is important to us. Please review our Privacy Policy, which explains how we collect, use, and protect your information. The Privacy Policy is incorporated into these Terms by reference.
18. Changes to Terms
18.1 Modification Rights
- We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time
- Changes will be effective upon posting the updated Terms in the App
- Continued use of the App after changes constitutes acceptance of new Terms
18.2 Notification of Changes
- We will notify users of significant changes through the App
- For material changes, we may provide additional notice via email (if available) or through community announcements
19. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution
19.1 Governing Law
These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the jurisdiction where the developer resides, without regard to conflict of law principles.
19.2 Dispute Resolution
- We encourage resolving disputes through direct communication first
- Any legal disputes will be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts in the developer’s jurisdiction
- You agree to resolve disputes on an individual basis, not as part of a class action
20. Severability
If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable or invalid, the remaining provisions will remain in full force and effect, and the unenforceable provision will be replaced with an enforceable provision that most closely reflects our intent.
21. Entire Agreement
These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and us regarding the App and supersede all prior agreements and understandings.
If you have any questions about these Terms of Service, community guidelines, or need to report community issues, please contact us:
Email: onlyvatana22@gmail.com
Subject Line: Vapeo Terms of Service Inquiry
23. App Store Terms
Your use of the App is also subject to Apple’s App Store Terms of Service. In case of conflict between these Terms and Apple’s terms, Apple’s terms shall prevail regarding your relationship with Apple.
24. Acknowledgment
By using Vapeo: Quit Vaping, you acknowledge that you have read these Terms of Service, understand them, and agree to be bound by them.
Note: These Terms of Service are designed to protect both users and the developer while ensuring a fair and transparent relationship. We encourage users to read both this document and our Privacy Policy to understand their rights and responsibilities, especially regarding community participation.
Thank you for choosing Vapeo: Quit Vaping as your partner in your journey to a vape-free life, and for being part of our supportive community.