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Terms of Service

Last updated: January 2025

Agreement to Terms​

By downloading, installing, or using the Anbaukumpel mobile application ("App"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service ("Terms"). If you disagree with any part of these terms, you may not use our App.

Description of Service​

Anbaukumpel is a mobile application designed to help users track and manage their gardening activities, including:

  • Plant growth tracking and monitoring
  • Task management and scheduling
  • Analytics and insights for gardening optimization
  • Photo documentation of plant development
  • Data export and backup capabilities

Acceptable Use​

Permitted Uses​

You may use Anbaukumpel to:

  • Track your personal gardening activities
  • Manage tasks related to plant care
  • Store and organize plant-related photos and data
  • Export your data for personal use
  • Share the app with friends and family

Prohibited Uses​

You may not use Anbaukumpel to:

  • Violate any applicable laws or regulations
  • Infringe on intellectual property rights
  • Distribute malware or harmful code
  • Attempt to reverse engineer the app
  • Use the app for commercial purposes without permission
  • Share inappropriate or offensive content
  • Interfere with the app's functionality

User Content and Data​

Your Data Ownership​

  • Data Ownership: You retain full ownership of all data you enter into the app
  • Content Rights: You are responsible for the content you add (photos, notes, plant information)
  • Data Control: You can modify, export, or delete your data at any time
  • Backup Rights: You may create backups of your data

Content Guidelines​

Content you add to the app must:

  • Be accurate to the best of your knowledge
  • Not violate others' privacy rights
  • Not include inappropriate or offensive material
  • Not infringe on copyrights or trademarks
  • Comply with applicable laws

Data Usage License​

By using the app, you grant us a limited license to:

  • Store your data on your device and optionally in your Google Drive
  • Process your data to provide app functionality
  • Create anonymous, aggregated analytics to improve the app
  • This license terminates when you delete your data or uninstall the app

Intellectual Property​

App Ownership​

  • Copyright: Anbaukumpel and all related materials are protected by copyright
  • Trademarks: App name, logo, and branding are our trademarks
  • Code License: The app's source code is subject to our licensing terms
  • Reserved Rights: All rights not expressly granted are reserved

User License​

We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to:

  • Use the app for personal, non-commercial purposes
  • Download and install the app on your devices
  • Access app features and functionality
  • This license may be revoked if you violate these terms

Privacy and Data Protection​

Data Handling​

  • Privacy Policy: Our Privacy Policy explains how we handle your data
  • Local Storage: Your data is primarily stored locally on your device
  • Optional Cloud Sync: You may choose to sync data with Google Drive
  • Data Security: We implement reasonable security measures

Third-Party Services​

  • Google Drive: Optional cloud sync service subject to Google's terms
  • Google Mobile Ads: Optional advertising service subject to Google's terms
  • Analytics: Anonymous usage analytics to improve the app

Disclaimers and Limitations​

App Availability​

  • As-Is Basis: The app is provided "as is" without warranties
  • No Guarantees: We don't guarantee uninterrupted or error-free operation
  • Updates: We may update, modify, or discontinue features
  • Compatibility: We don't guarantee compatibility with all devices

Limitation of Liability​

To the maximum extent permitted by law:

  • No Consequential Damages: We're not liable for indirect or consequential damages
  • Limited Liability: Our liability is limited to the amount you paid for the app (free)
  • User Responsibility: You're responsible for your use of the app and your data
  • Third-Party Issues: We're not responsible for third-party service issues

Gardening Disclaimers​

  • No Gardening Advice: The app provides tracking tools, not professional gardening advice
  • No Guarantees: We don't guarantee gardening success or plant survival
  • User Responsibility: You're responsible for proper plant care and safety
  • Consult Experts: Consult gardening professionals for specific advice

Account and Data Management​

Account Termination​

You may stop using the app at any time by:

  • Uninstalling the app from your device
  • Deleting your data through the app's settings
  • Disconnecting from Google Drive if you use cloud sync

Data Retention​

  • Local Data: Deleted when you uninstall the app or clear data
  • Cloud Data: Remains in your Google Drive until you delete it
  • Analytics: Anonymous data may be retained for improvement purposes

Updates and Modifications​

App Updates​

  • Regular Updates: We may release updates to improve functionality
  • Automatic Updates: Updates may be installed automatically through app stores
  • New Features: Updates may include new features or remove existing ones
  • Compatibility: Updates may require newer device versions

Terms Changes​

  • Modification Rights: We may modify these terms at any time
  • Notification: Significant changes will be announced in the app
  • Continued Use: Continued use after changes constitutes acceptance
  • Review: Please review terms periodically

Support and Contact​

Technical Support​

  • Best Effort: We provide support on a best-effort basis
  • No Guarantees: We don't guarantee response times or resolution
  • Community Support: Users may help each other through app stores reviews
  • Documentation: Help documentation is available within the app

Contact Information​

For questions about these Terms:

Governing Law​

These terms are governed by German law, without regard to conflict of law principles.

Dispute Resolution​

Any disputes will be resolved through:

  1. Direct Communication: Initial attempt to resolve through direct contact
  2. Mediation: Good faith mediation if direct resolution fails
  3. Legal Action: Court proceedings as a last resort

Severability​

If any provision of these terms is found unenforceable, the remaining provisions will continue in effect.

Entire Agreement​

These terms, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and us regarding the app.

Effective Date​

These Terms of Service are effective as of the date you first use the app and remain in effect until terminated.

By using Anbaukumpel, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service.