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Terms of Service

Last updated: January 19, 2025

1. Acceptance of Terms

By downloading, installing, or using Kora ("the App"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service. If you do not agree to these terms, please do not use the App.

2. Description of Service

Kora is a mobile application that:

• Reads step count data from Apple HealthKit
• Displays your walking progress as a growing virtual meadow
• Offers optional premium subscription features

3. HealthKit Data

Kora requires access to your step count data from Apple HealthKit to function. By granting this access, you acknowledge that:

• The App will read your step count data to calculate progress
• Your health data remains on your device and is not transmitted to external servers
• You can revoke access at any time through iOS Settings

4. Subscriptions

Kora offers optional premium subscriptions with the following terms:

• Free Trial: New subscribers may receive a 3-day free trial
• Billing: Subscriptions are billed through your Apple ID account
• Auto-Renewal: Subscriptions automatically renew unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period
• Cancellation: You can manage or cancel your subscription through your Apple ID settings
• Price Changes: Prices may change with notice; continued use constitutes acceptance

Subscription purchases are subject to Apple's App Store terms and conditions.

5. Acceptable Use

You agree not to:

• Attempt to manipulate or falsify step count data
• Reverse engineer, decompile, or disassemble the App
• Use the App for any unlawful purpose
• Interfere with or disrupt the App's functionality

6. Intellectual Property

All content, features, and functionality of Kora—including but not limited to artwork, design, graphics, and code—are owned by us and are protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

7. Disclaimer of Warranties

Kora is provided "as is" and "as available" without warranties of any kind, either express or implied. We do not warrant that:

• The App will be uninterrupted or error-free
• Step count data will be 100% accurate (accuracy depends on your device and HealthKit)
• The App will meet your specific requirements

8. Health Disclaimer

Kora is designed for entertainment and motivation purposes. It is not a medical device and should not be used as a substitute for professional medical advice. Always consult with a healthcare provider before starting any exercise program.

9. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, we shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages resulting from your use of or inability to use the App.

10. Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. We will notify users of significant changes by updating the "Last updated" date. Continued use of the App after changes constitutes acceptance of the new terms.

11. Termination

We may terminate or suspend your access to the App at any time, without prior notice, for conduct that we believe violates these Terms or is harmful to other users or us.

12. Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the United States, without regard to conflict of law principles.