Terms of Service

Last updated: December 2024

Effective Date: December 1, 2024

These Terms of Service govern your use of Amikabl and constitute a legally binding agreement between you and Amikabl.

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using the Amikabl mobile application, website, or related services (collectively, the "Service"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service ("Terms"). If you disagree with any part of these terms, you may not access or use the Service.

These Terms apply to all users of the Service, including without limitation users who are browsers, vendors, customers, merchants, and/or contributors of content.

2. Description of Service

Amikabl is a social networking application designed to help users connect with friends and family in a private, meaningful way. The Service includes:

  • User account creation and management
  • Social networking features for connecting with friends and family
  • Content sharing capabilities (posts, photos, videos)
  • Messaging and communication tools
  • Profile customization and privacy controls
  • Mobile application and web interface

3. User Accounts and Registration

3.1 Account Creation

To use certain features of the Service, you must create an account. You agree to:

  • Provide accurate, current, and complete information during registration
  • Maintain and promptly update your account information
  • Maintain the security of your account credentials
  • Accept responsibility for all activities that occur under your account
  • Notify us immediately of any unauthorized use of your account

3.2 Age Requirements

You must be at least 13 years old to use the Service. If you are under 18, you represent that you have your parent's or guardian's permission to use the Service and that they have read and agreed to these Terms on your behalf.

3.3 Account Restrictions

You may not:

  • Create multiple accounts for the same person
  • Create an account on behalf of someone else without their permission
  • Use false or misleading information when creating an account
  • Transfer your account to another person
  • Use automated systems to create accounts

4. Acceptable Use Policy

4.1 Prohibited Activities

You agree not to use the Service to:

  • Violate Laws: Engage in any activity that violates applicable laws or regulations
  • Harm Others: Harass, bully, threaten, or intimidate other users
  • Share Inappropriate Content: Post content that is illegal, harmful, offensive, or violates community standards
  • Impersonate: Impersonate another person, organization, or entity
  • Spam: Send unsolicited messages or engage in spamming activities
  • Security Violations: Attempt to gain unauthorized access to the Service or other users' accounts
  • Interfere: Interfere with or disrupt the Service or servers
  • Commercial Use: Use the Service for commercial purposes without our written permission

4.2 Content Guidelines

When posting content on Amikabl, you agree to:

  • Be respectful and kind to your community
  • Respect others' privacy and boundaries
  • Share content that is appropriate for all audiences
  • Not post content that could harm or offend others
  • Report inappropriate content to help maintain a safe environment

5. User-Generated Content

5.1 Content Ownership

You retain ownership of the content you create and share on the Service. However, by posting content, you grant Amikabl a worldwide, non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use, reproduce, modify, and distribute your content solely for the purpose of providing and improving the Service.

5.2 Content Responsibility

You are solely responsible for the content you post and share. You represent and warrant that:

  • You have the right to share the content
  • The content does not violate any third-party rights
  • The content complies with these Terms and applicable laws

5.3 Content Moderation

We reserve the right to:

  • Review, modify, or remove content that violates these Terms
  • Suspend or terminate accounts that repeatedly violate our policies
  • Use automated systems to detect and remove inappropriate content
  • Cooperate with law enforcement when required by law

6. Privacy and Data Protection

Your privacy is important to us. Our collection, use, and protection of your personal information is governed by our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated into these Terms by reference. By using the Service, you consent to our data practices as described in our Privacy Policy.

7. Intellectual Property Rights

7.1 Our Rights

Amikabl and its original content, features, and functionality are owned by Amikabl and are protected by international copyright, trademark, patent, trade secret, and other intellectual property laws.

7.2 Your Rights

You retain ownership of your content. However, you grant us a license to use your content as described in Section 5.1.

7.3 Third-Party Content

The Service may contain content from third parties. We are not responsible for third-party content and do not endorse or verify its accuracy.

8. Service Availability and Modifications

8.1 Service Availability

We strive to provide a reliable service but cannot guarantee that the Service will be available at all times. The Service may be temporarily unavailable due to maintenance, updates, or technical issues.

8.2 Service Modifications

We reserve the right to:

  • Modify, suspend, or discontinue any part of the Service
  • Add new features or remove existing features
  • Update the Service to improve functionality or security

9. Termination

9.1 Termination by You

You may terminate your account at any time by deleting your account through the app settings or contacting us directly.

9.2 Termination by Us

We may terminate or suspend your account immediately, without prior notice, for conduct that we believe:

  • Violates these Terms of Service
  • Is harmful to other users or the Service
  • Violates applicable laws or regulations
  • Constitutes fraudulent or abusive behavior

9.3 Effect of Termination

Upon termination:

  • Your right to use the Service will cease immediately
  • Your account and content may be deleted
  • Provisions of these Terms that survive termination will remain in effect

10. Disclaimers and Limitations of Liability

10.1 Service Disclaimers

THE SERVICE 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.

10.2 Limitation of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, AMIKABL SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO LOSS OF PROFITS, DATA, USE, GOODWILL, OR OTHER INTANGIBLE LOSSES, RESULTING FROM YOUR USE OF THE SERVICE.

10.3 Maximum Liability

IN NO EVENT SHALL AMIKABL'S TOTAL LIABILITY TO YOU EXCEED THE AMOUNT PAID BY YOU, IF ANY, FOR ACCESSING THE SERVICE DURING THE TWELVE (12) MONTHS PRECEDING THE CLAIM.

11. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Amikabl and its officers, directors, employees, and agents from and against any claims, damages, obligations, losses, liabilities, costs, or debt arising from:

  • Your use of the Service
  • Your violation of these Terms
  • Your violation of any third-party rights
  • Your violation of applicable laws or regulations

12. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution

12.1 Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of [Your Jurisdiction], without regard to its conflict of law provisions.

12.2 Dispute Resolution

Any disputes arising from these Terms or your use of the Service shall be resolved through binding arbitration in accordance with the rules of [Arbitration Organization]. The arbitration shall be conducted in [Your Jurisdiction].

13. Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. We will notify users of any material changes by:

  • Posting the updated Terms on our website
  • Sending you an email notification
  • Displaying a notice in the app

Your continued use of the Service after any changes constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms.

14. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable or invalid, that provision will be limited or eliminated to the minimum extent necessary so that these Terms will otherwise remain in full force and effect.

15. Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and Amikabl regarding the Service and supersede all prior agreements and understandings.

16. Contact Information

If you have any questions about these Terms of Service, please contact us:

Email: amikablstaff[at]gmail.com

Response Time: We aim to respond to all legal inquiries within 30 days.

Important: These Terms of Service are a legally binding agreement. Please read them carefully and contact us if you have any questions.