Terms of Service
Effective Date:
[2025.08.01]
Last Updated:
[2025.08.01]
General Summary of Handzhake’s Terms of Service
Handzhake’s Terms of Service represent a legally binding agreement between the user and Handzhake, regulating the use of the Handzhake App, and associated products. The terms cover a broad range of topics, including user rights, Handzhake’s rights, data processing, safety, arbitration, and account termination.
Overview
Our Terms of Service outline the essential rules and responsibilities that govern your use of the Handzhake App. These terms are designed to ensure transparency, protect your rights, and maintain a safe and respectful environment for all users.
Here’s what you’ll find inside:
We strongly encourage all users to read and understand these terms. Your alignment with them ensures that your experience remains secure, respectful, and fully in line with our commitment to protecting your identity and personal data. After all, this app is built for you — and your trust is our highest priority.
1. Eligibility & Access
- You must be at least 16 years old or the minimum age required in your country.
- App use requires residency in a supported jurisdiction.
- You must not be barred by 1 EU sanctions, 2 Apple’s App Store policies, or local laws.
- Accurate registration and secure login practices are required.
2. Using the Service
- Use the app only for lawful and intended purposes.
- Respect intellectual property, privacy, and data rights of others.
- Avoid misuse, impersonation, or security breaches.
- Comply with team or organizational guidelines in managed environments.
3. Security & Data Privacy
- We follow secure encryption and data handling best practices.
- Personal data is processed under 4 GDPR and 2 Apple’s privacy standards.
- On-device processing and transparency in breach notifications.
- No sale or unauthorized profiling of personal data.
- Users retain rights to access, correct, delete, and port their data.
4. Content & Ownership
- Users retain ownership of content they generate or upload.
- Prohibited content includes anything illegal, harmful, misleading, or infringing.
- We reserve the right to moderate and remove violating material.
- Users grant us a limited license to operate the service.
- Our app’s branding, design, and code are protected intellectual property.
5. Team Administration
- Admins can invite/manage team members and ensure compliance.
- Team data is isolated and kept secure.
6. Billing
- Transparent pricing and payment terms apply.
- Billing is handled via the App Store or 3 DMA-compliant methods.
- Refunds follow 4 EU consumer protection laws.
7. Warranty Disclaimer
- The service is provided “as is” without guarantees of uptime or accuracy.
- 4 EU statutory consumer rights remain protected.
8. Third-Party Services
- External tools may be integrated and governed by their own policies.
- We are not liable for third-party performance or data handling.
9. Indemnity
- Users agree to defend and indemnify Handzhake for violations or misuse.
- Includes coverage for legal costs and damages.
10. Limitation of Liability
- No liability for indirect or consequential damages.
- Total liability limited to service fees paid, if any.
- 4 EU consumer rights still apply.
11 Service Updates & Termination
- App updates may occur automatically or by user approval.
- Major updates will be communicated, and continued use implies acceptance.
- Account may be suspended for violations or if required by law.
- Users may terminate accounts anytime, with data processed under 4 GDPR.
12. Dispute Resolution
- Informal resolution is encouraged through support channels.
- Unresolved disputes may follow mediation or arbitration under 5 EU law and the 3 DMA framework.
- EU users may use the 6 Online Dispute Resolution platform.
13. Miscellaneous
- These Terms are governed by EU law.
- If any provision is invalid, others remain enforceable.
- Terms supersede prior agreements; users will be notified of significant updates.