PregnancyPlate Terms of Use

Last Updated: January 2025

1. Acceptance of Terms

Welcome to PregnancyPlate. These Terms of Use ("Terms") constitute a legally binding agreement between you ("you", "your", or "User") and PregnancyPlate ("we", "us", "our", "Company") regarding your use of the PregnancyPlate mobile application, website, and related services (collectively, the "Services").

By downloading, installing, accessing, or using our Services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms. IF YOU DO NOT AGREE TO THESE TERMS, DO NOT USE OUR SERVICES.

2. Medical Disclaimer

IMPORTANT: PregnancyPlate is NOT a medical provider and does NOT provide medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.

The information provided through our Services is for informational and educational purposes only. This includes meal analysis, nutritional guidance, pregnancy tracking, and AI-powered chat features. Such information should NOT be considered medical advice and should NOT replace consultation with qualified healthcare professionals.

Before making any decisions that may affect your health, your pregnancy, or your baby's health, ALWAYS consult with your healthcare provider. If you think you may have a medical emergency, call 911 or seek immediate medical attention.

PregnancyPlate is NOT intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease or medical condition. The Services are NOT a substitute for professional medical care.

3. Eligibility and Account Registration

To use our Services, you must:

  • Be at least 18 years old or have parental consent
  • Provide accurate, current, and complete registration information
  • Maintain and update your account information
  • Be responsible for all activities under your account
  • Keep your login credentials confidential

4. Subscription Services and Pricing

Auto-Renewable Subscriptions

PregnancyPlate offers auto-renewable subscription plans:

  • Weekly Premium: $3.99/week with 3-day free trial
  • Monthly Premium: $6.99/month with 3-day free trial
  • Pregnancy Duration: $24.99 one-time (covers full pregnancy)

Subscription Terms

  • Length of Subscription: As specified in your chosen plan
  • Price: Clearly displayed before purchase and charged to your App Store account
  • Auto-Renewal: Subscriptions automatically renew unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the current period ends
  • Cancellation: You can cancel anytime through your App Store account settings
  • Free Trial: If offered, you must cancel before the trial ends to avoid charges

Refund Policy

Refunds are handled through the App Store according to Apple's standard refund policies. We do not provide direct refunds but may offer account credits in exceptional circumstances at our sole discretion.

5. Privacy Policy and Health Data

Your privacy is important to us. Our collection, use, and sharing of your personal information, including health data, is governed by our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated into these Terms by reference.

For apps using HealthKit: We integrate with Apple HealthKit to sync health data like weight, nutrition, and activity information. This integration is clearly labeled throughout the app and requires your explicit permission.

6. Intellectual Property Rights

Our Rights

All content, features, and functionality of the Services are owned by PregnancyPlate and are protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws. This includes:

  • App design and user interface
  • Proprietary algorithms and AI technology
  • Educational content and recommendations
  • Trademarks and branding

Your Rights

You retain ownership of any personal data you provide. By using our Services, you grant us a limited license to use your data to provide and improve the Services as described in our Privacy Policy.

7. User Conduct and Restrictions

You agree NOT to:

  • Use the Services for any illegal purpose
  • Share false or misleading health information
  • Attempt to reverse engineer or copy our technology
  • Use the Services in a way that could harm other users
  • Upload malicious code or viruses
  • Violate any applicable laws or regulations

8. Weather Data Attribution

Our Services include weather data powered by Apple's WeatherKit to provide enhanced hydration recommendations. Weather data is provided by Apple Weather and is subject to Apple's terms and conditions. For more information about weather data sources, visit: https://weatherkit.apple.com/legal-attribution.html

9. Third-Party Services and Integrations

Our Services may integrate with third-party services including:

  • Apple HealthKit: For health data synchronization (Premium feature)
  • Google Gemini AI: For meal analysis and chat functionality
  • WeatherKit: For weather-based hydration recommendations

Use of these services is subject to their respective terms and privacy policies.

10. Disclaimers and Limitations of Liability

Service Availability

We provide the Services "as is" without warranties of any kind. We do not guarantee that the Services will be available 24/7 or free from errors.

Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, PregnancyPlate shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, including but not limited to loss of profits, data, or business interruption.

Health and Safety

We are not responsible for any health consequences resulting from your use of the Services or reliance on the information provided. Always consult healthcare professionals for medical decisions.

11. Account Termination

We may suspend or terminate your account if you violate these Terms. You may delete your account at any time through the app settings. Upon termination:

  • Your access to premium features will end
  • Your data may be deleted according to our data retention policies
  • These Terms will remain in effect for applicable provisions

12. Geographic Restrictions

Our Services are intended for users in countries where we operate. Some features may not be available in all locations due to legal or technical limitations.

13. Changes to Terms

We may update these Terms from time to time. We will notify you of material changes through the app or by email. Your continued use of the Services after such changes constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms.

14. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution

These Terms are governed by the laws of [Your State/Country]. Any disputes will be resolved through binding arbitration as permitted by applicable law.

15. Contact Information

For questions about these Terms or our Services, contact us at:

16. Required Information for Auto-Renewable Subscriptions

As required by Apple App Store guidelines:

By using PregnancyPlate, you acknowledge that you have read and understood these Terms and agree to be bound by them.

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