Last Updated: February 28, 2025

1. Introduction and Acceptance of Terms
Welcome to DontRot. These Terms of Service («Terms») constitute a legally binding agreement between you and DontRot («we,» «us,» or «our») governing your access to and use of the DontRot mobile application («App»), including any updates, enhancements, and new features.

By downloading, installing, accessing, or using the App, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not download, install, access, or use the App. These Terms may be updated from time to time, and your continued use of the App constitutes acceptance of any modifications.

2. Description of Service
DontRot is a productivity and digital wellbeing application designed to help users balance physical activity with screen time. The App’s core functionality includes:

Tracking physical activity through step counting
Converting steps into earned screen time
Monitoring and managing application usage
Blocking access to selected applications based on user settings
Providing statistics and insights about digital habits
3. User Accounts and Registration
3.1. The App does not require account creation for basic functionality.

3.2. All user data is stored locally on your device to enhance privacy and security.

3.3. You are responsible for maintaining the security of your device and any data stored within the App.

4. Subscription Service
4.1. Required Subscription: DontRot is a subscription-only service. Access to all features and functionality of the App requires an active DontRot Subscription.

4.2. Subscription Terms:

The DontRot Subscription is priced at €3.99 per month.
New users receive a 7-day free trial upon their first download.
A 7-day grace period is provided after subscription expiration during which the App remains accessible.
All subscriptions are auto-renewing unless canceled by you at least 24 hours before the end of the current billing period.
Payment will be charged to your Google Play account at confirmation of purchase.
4.3. Subscription Management:

You can manage your subscription and turn off auto-renewal by going to your Google Play account settings after purchase.
Cancellations will take effect at the end of the current billing period.
No refunds will be granted for any partially used subscription periods.
We reserve the right to modify the subscription pricing with reasonable notice. Any price changes will take effect at the start of the next subscription period.
4.4. Free Trial:

Any unused portion of the free trial period will be forfeited when you purchase a DontRot Subscription.
You will receive notice when your free trial is about to expire.
After the trial period ends, you will be automatically charged for the subscription unless you cancel it before the trial period concludes.
5. Required Permissions
The App requires several device permissions to provide its core functionality. By using the App, you acknowledge and consent to these permissions:

Activity Recognition: To count steps and convert them to earned time
Usage Statistics Access: To monitor app usage time
Accessibility Services: To implement app blocking functionality
Battery Optimization Exemption: To ensure the App works continuously in the background
Display Over Other Apps: To show time alerts and blocking screens
Internet: For subscription verification and minimal service functions
System Alert Window: To display blocking interfaces and time notifications
These permissions are used exclusively within the App for providing its intended functionality and enhancing your experience.

6. User Content and Conduct
6.1. Content Ownership: All user data generated within the App remains your property and is stored locally on your device.

6.2. Prohibited Activities: You agree not to:

Use the App for any illegal purpose or in violation of any applicable laws
Attempt to circumvent or disable any security features of the App
Reverse engineer, decompile, or disassemble the App
Distribute, copy, rent, lease, or sublicense the App or any part thereof
Use the App in a manner that could damage, disable, or impair its functionality
Remove any proprietary notices or labels on the App
7. Intellectual Property Rights
7.1. The App, including all of its contents, features, and functionality (including but not limited to all information, software, text, displays, images, and the design, selection, and arrangement thereof), is owned by us, our licensors, or other providers and is protected by copyright, trademark, patent, and other intellectual property or proprietary rights laws.

7.2. These Terms do not transfer any ownership rights in the App from us to you. You are granted a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to use the App for your personal, non-commercial use, subject to these Terms.

8. Disclaimer of Warranties
8.1. 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, AND NON-INFRINGEMENT.

8.2. We do not guarantee that the App will function without interruption or errors. The quality and performance of the App may be affected by factors beyond our control, such as network conditions, device compatibility, or operating system limitations.

8.3. We make no warranties regarding the accuracy, reliability, or effectiveness of the App’s features, including step counting, time tracking, or app blocking functionality.

9. Limitation of Liability
9.1. TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, IN NO EVENT SHALL WE BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES ARISING OUT OF OR RELATED TO YOUR USE OF OR INABILITY TO USE THE APP.

9.2. This includes, but is not limited to, damages for loss of profits, data, or other intangible losses, even if we have been advised of the possibility of such damages.

9.3. Our total liability for any claims arising from or related to these Terms or the App shall not exceed the amount you paid for the App or subscription in the past 12 months.

10. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless us and our officers, directors, employees, agents, and affiliates from and against any and all claims, liabilities, damages, losses, costs, expenses, or fees (including reasonable attorneys’ fees) that arise from: (a) your use of the App; (b) your violation of these Terms; or (c) your violation of any rights of a third party.

11. Termination
11.1. We reserve the right to terminate or suspend your access to the App, without prior notice or liability, for any reason, including if you violate these Terms.

11.2. You may terminate your relationship with us by uninstalling the App from all devices.

11.3. All provisions of the Terms which by their nature should survive termination shall survive, including ownership provisions, warranty disclaimers, indemnity, and limitations of liability.

12. Changes to Terms
We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. We will notify you of any material changes through the App or by other reasonable means. Your continued use of the App after such modifications constitutes your binding acceptance of the revised Terms.

13. Governing Law
These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the European Union and, where applicable, the laws of Spain, without regard to its conflict of law provisions.

14. Dispute Resolution
14.1. Any dispute arising out of or in connection with these Terms shall be submitted to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of Spain.

14.2. Before commencing any legal action, we encourage you to contact us first to seek an amicable resolution.

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 and enforceable.

16. Entire Agreement
These Terms constitute the entire agreement between you and us regarding the App and supersede all prior and contemporaneous written or oral agreements between you and us.

17. Contact Information
If you have any questions about these Terms, please contact us at support@dontrot.com