Terms of Service
Last Updated: December 8, 2024
1. Acceptance of Terms
By accessing or using The Simple Plan mobile application and web platform (the "Service"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service ("Terms"). If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use the Service.
2. Description of Service
The Simple Plan is a personal development application designed to help users practice character development based on spiritual principles. The Service provides:
- Practice tracking for character development
- Gratitude journaling
- Access to spiritual literature and guidance
- Music and meditation features
- Reflection reports and progress tracking
- Community features (referrals, sharing)
3. Not Professional Services
IMPORTANT DISCLAIMER:
The Simple Plan is NOT a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. It is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or approved by Alcoholics Anonymous (A.A.) or any other recovery organization.
The Service is for personal growth and self-reflection purposes only. If you are experiencing a mental health crisis, addiction, or other serious condition, please seek help from qualified healthcare professionals or contact emergency services.
- National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 988
- Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services (SAMHSA): 1-800-662-4357
- Emergency Services: 911
4. User Accounts
4.1 Account Creation
To use certain features of the Service, you must create an account. You agree to:
- Provide accurate and complete information
- Maintain the security of your account credentials
- Notify us immediately of any unauthorized access
- Be responsible for all activities under your account
4.2 Age Requirement
You must be at least 13 years old to use the Service. If you are under 18, you must have parental or guardian consent.
4.3 Account Termination
We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your account if you violate these Terms or engage in inappropriate behavior.
5. User Content
5.1 Your Content
You retain ownership of all content you create in the Service (practice entries, gratitude journal, feedback, etc.). By using the Service, you grant us a license to store and process this content to provide the Service to you.
5.2 Privacy of Your Content
Your personal entries are private and will not be shared publicly without your consent. We implement security measures to protect your data as described in our Privacy Policy.
5.3 Prohibited Content
You agree not to post or share content that is:
- Illegal, harmful, or threatening
- Harassing or discriminatory
- Infringing on intellectual property rights
- Contains malware or harmful code
- Spam or unsolicited commercial content
6. Acceptable Use
You agree to use the Service only for lawful purposes. You will not:
- Attempt to gain unauthorized access to the Service or other users' accounts
- Interfere with or disrupt the Service
- Use automated systems (bots, scrapers) without permission
- Reverse engineer or attempt to extract source code
- Use the Service to harm others or violate their rights
7. Intellectual Property
The Service, including its original content, features, and functionality, is owned by The Simple Plan and is protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.
The spiritual principles and practices referenced in the Service are drawn from public domain literature and widely-shared spiritual traditions. Where applicable, we acknowledge the original sources.
8. Third-Party Content and Links
The Service may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for the content, privacy policies, or practices of third-party sites. Your use of third-party services is at your own risk.
9. Disclaimer of Warranties
THE SERVICE 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.
We do not warrant that the Service will be uninterrupted, secure, or error-free. We do not guarantee any specific results from using the Service.
10. Limitation of Liability
TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, THE SIMPLE PLAN AND ITS AFFILIATES SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, OR ANY LOSS OF PROFITS OR REVENUES, WHETHER INCURRED DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY, OR ANY LOSS OF DATA, USE, GOODWILL, OR OTHER INTANGIBLE LOSSES.
11. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify and hold harmless The Simple Plan, its affiliates, and their respective officers, directors, employees, and agents from any claims, damages, losses, liabilities, and expenses (including legal fees) arising from:
- Your use of the Service
- Your violation of these Terms
- Your violation of any rights of another party
12. Changes to Service and Terms
We reserve the right to modify or discontinue the Service at any time without notice. We may also update these Terms from time to time. Continued use of the Service after changes constitutes acceptance of the new Terms.
13. Termination
You may terminate your account at any time through the app settings. We may terminate or suspend your access immediately, without prior notice, for any reason, including breach of these Terms.
Upon termination, your right to use the Service will cease, and we may delete your account data in accordance with our Privacy Policy.
14. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution
These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of [YOUR STATE/COUNTRY], without regard to its conflict of law provisions.
Any disputes arising from these Terms or the Service shall be resolved through binding arbitration in accordance with the rules of the American Arbitration Association, except where prohibited by law.
15. Severability
If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable or invalid, that provision shall be limited or eliminated to the minimum extent necessary so that these Terms shall otherwise remain in full force and effect.
16. Contact Information
If you have questions about these Terms, please contact us at:
Email: the.simple.plan.production@gmail.com