Agreement to Terms
These Terms of Service ("Terms") constitute a legally binding agreement between you and PDFAI Scan ("we," "our," or "us") regarding your use of our mobile application and website. By downloading, installing, or using our app, you agree to be bound by these Terms.
If you do not agree with these Terms, you must not access or use our services.
Acceptance of Terms
By accessing and using PDFAI Scan, you acknowledge that:
- You have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms
- You are at least 13 years old or have parental/guardian consent
- You have the legal capacity to enter into this agreement
- Your use of the app will comply with all applicable laws and regulations
Description of Service
PDFAI Scan is an AI-powered document scanning application for iOS devices that provides:
- Document scanning with AI edge detection
- Optical Character Recognition (OCR) functionality
- Multi-format export capabilities (PDF, DOCX, RTF, TXT, PNG, JPG)
- Cloud synchronization via iCloud
- Premium features available through subscription
- 26 language localizations
User Authentication
Anonymous Authentication
PDFAI Scan uses anonymous authentication through Firebase. This means:
- No email address or personal identification is required
- Your identity remains completely anonymous while using the app
- App functionality is maintained without collecting personal data
- You accept responsibility for all activities performed with the app on your device
Service Access
We reserve the right to restrict access to our services if they are used in violation of these Terms or for prohibited activities.
Acceptable Use Policy
You agree to use PDFAI Scan only for lawful purposes. You must not:
Prohibited Activities
- Violate any local, state, national, or international law or regulation
- Scan documents that infringe on intellectual property rights
- Process confidential or sensitive information without proper authorization
- Attempt to reverse engineer, decompile, or disassemble the app
- Use the app for commercial purposes without authorization
- Interfere with or disrupt the app's functionality or servers
- Upload malicious code, viruses, or harmful content
- Impersonate others or provide false information
- Harvest or collect user information without consent
- Use the app to spam, harass, or abuse others
Content Responsibility
You are solely responsible for all documents and content you process through the app. We do not monitor or review user content and are not responsible for any legal issues arising from your use of the service.
Subscription and Payment Terms
Premium Features
PDFAI Scan offers premium features through subscription plans managed by Apple's App Store. Premium features may include:
- Unlimited document scanning
- Advanced OCR capabilities
- Premium export formats
- Watermark removal
- Priority customer support
Billing and Renewals
- Subscriptions are processed through your Apple ID account
- Subscriptions automatically renew unless cancelled
- You can manage subscriptions in your device's App Store settings
- Refunds are subject to Apple's App Store refund policy
- Prices may change with advance notice
Free Trial
If a free trial is offered, it will automatically convert to a paid subscription unless cancelled before the trial period ends.
Intellectual Property Rights
Our Intellectual Property
PDFAI Scan and all related materials are protected by intellectual property laws. This includes:
- Source code, algorithms, and software architecture
- User interface design and app graphics
- Trademarks, logos, and brand materials
- Documentation and help content
- AI models and processing algorithms
Your Content
You retain ownership of documents and content you process through the app. By using our service, you grant us a limited license to process your content solely to provide the app's functionality.
License to Use
We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to use PDFAI Scan in accordance with these Terms and applicable App Store terms.
Privacy and Data Protection
Your privacy is important to us. Our collection and use of personal information is governed by our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated into these Terms by reference.
Data Security
- Documents are processed locally on your device when possible
- iCloud sync is managed by Apple's secure infrastructure
- We implement industry-standard security measures
- No document content is transmitted to our servers for processing
- Anonymous authentication ensures no personal identification data is collected
Disclaimers
Service Availability
We strive to provide reliable service but cannot guarantee:
- Uninterrupted or error-free operation
- 100% accuracy of OCR results
- Compatibility with all document types
- Continuous availability of all features
Third-Party Services
Our app integrates with third-party services (Apple's iCloud, App Store, etc.). We are not responsible for the availability or performance of these external services.
User-Generated Content
We do not endorse, verify, or take responsibility for any documents or content processed through the app. Users are solely responsible for ensuring they have proper rights to scan and process documents.
Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law:
No Warranties
The app is provided "as is" without warranties of any kind, either express or implied, including but not limited to warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, or non-infringement.
Liability Limitations
In no event shall we be liable for:
- Indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages
- Loss of profits, data, use, goodwill, or other intangible losses
- Damages resulting from unauthorized access to or use of our servers
- Damages resulting from third-party services or integrations
- Any damages exceeding the amount paid for premium features (if any)
Indemnification
You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold us harmless from and against any claims, damages, costs, and expenses (including attorneys' fees) arising from:
- Your use or misuse of the app
- Your violation of these Terms
- Your violation of any rights of another party
- Your violation of any applicable laws or regulations
- Content you process through the app
Modifications to Terms
We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. When we make changes:
- Updated Terms will be posted on our website
- Material changes will be communicated through the app
- Your continued use constitutes acceptance of new Terms
- If you disagree with changes, you must stop using the app
Service Modifications and Termination
Service Changes
We reserve the right to:
- Modify, suspend, or discontinue any part of the service
- Change features, functionality, or pricing
- Impose limits on certain features or services
- Update system requirements
Termination
Either party may terminate this agreement at any time:
- You may stop using the app and delete it from your device
- We may suspend or terminate access for Terms violations
- Termination does not affect already-processed subscriptions
- Surviving provisions remain in effect after termination
Governing Law and Disputes
Applicable Law
These Terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the jurisdiction where our company is established, without regard to conflict of law principles.
Dispute Resolution
Any disputes arising from these Terms or your use of the app shall be resolved through:
- Good faith negotiations as the first step
- Binding arbitration if negotiations fail
- Individual basis only (no class action lawsuits)
- English language proceedings
Severability and Entire Agreement
Severability
If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable or invalid, the remaining provisions will remain in full force and effect.
Entire Agreement
These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and us regarding the use of PDFAI Scan.
Assignment
You may not assign or transfer your rights under these Terms without our written consent. We may assign our rights and obligations without restriction.
Force Majeure
We shall not be liable for any failure or delay in performance under these Terms due to causes beyond our reasonable control, including but not limited to acts of God, natural disasters, war, terrorism, labor disputes, or government actions.
Acknowledgment
By using PDFAI Scan, you acknowledge that you have read these Terms of Service, understand them, and agree to be bound by them. If you do not agree to these Terms, you must not use our app or services.