Terms of Use (EULA)

Welcome to Appetizer. By downloading or using our mobile application (“Appetizer,” “we,” “us,” or “our”), you agree to these Terms of Use (EULA) and our Privacy Policy. Please read them carefully before using the app.

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using the Appetizer app, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Use (EULA) and our Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please do not use the app.

2. Description of Service

Appetizer is a mobile application that provides:

• AI-powered recipe recommendations
• Ingredient scanning and recipe matching
• Meal planning and shopping lists
• Recipe saving and organization
• Cooking guidance and instructions

3. User Accounts

3.1 Account Creation

To use Appetizer, you must create an account and agree to:

• Provide accurate and complete information
• Keep your login credentials secure
• Notify us of any unauthorized access
• Accept responsibility for all activity under your account

3.2 Eligibility

You must be at least 13 years old to use Appetizer. By creating an account, you confirm that you meet this requirement.

4. Subscriptions and Payments

4.1 Premium Subscription

Appetizer offers a Premium plan with additional features:

• Monthly subscription – billed monthly
• Yearly subscription – billed annually
• Free 3-day trial for new subscribers

4.2 Billing

Payments are processed securely through Apple’s App Store. By subscribing, you agree that:

• Your subscription will automatically renew unless canceled
• Charges will be billed to your Apple ID account
• Apple’s payment terms apply

4.3 Cancellation

You may cancel your subscription anytime via your Apple ID Settings. Cancellation takes effect at the end of the current billing period.

4.4 Refunds

Refund requests are handled directly by Apple at reportaproblem.apple.com.

5. User Content

5.1 Ownership

You retain ownership of any content you create (recipes, meal plans, notes). You grant us a limited license to store and process this content solely to provide the Appetizer service.

5.2 Content Restrictions

You agree not to upload or create content that:

• Violates any laws or regulations
• Infringes intellectual-property rights
• Contains offensive, harmful, or deceptive material
• Impersonates others or misleads users

6. Acceptable Use

You agree to use Appetizer only for lawful, personal purposes. You must not:

• Attempt to hack, decompile, or reverse-engineer the app
• Use bots or automated tools to access the service
• Interfere with other users’ access
• Collect user data without consent
• Use the app for unauthorized commercial activity

7. Intellectual Property

7.1 Our Content

Appetizer and its content (including recipes, text, graphics, logos, and software) are protected by copyright and other intellectual property laws. You may not:

• Copy or reproduce our content without permission
• Modify or create derivative works
• Sell or distribute our content

7.2 AI-Generated Recipes

AI-generated recipes are for your personal use only. We retain all rights to the underlying technology and algorithms.

8. Disclaimers

8.1 “As Is” Service

Appetizer is provided “as is,” without warranties of any kind. We do not guarantee that:

• The service will be uninterrupted or error-free
• Defects will be corrected
• The app or its servers are free from harmful components

8.2 Recipe Accuracy & Dietary Information

Recipes and nutritional information are estimates only. Cooking results may vary. Always verify ingredients if you have allergies or dietary restrictions. Consult a qualified professional for medical advice.

8.3 Food Safety

You are responsible for safe food handling. We are not liable for illness or injury arising from the use of recipes or cooking guidance.

9. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Appetizer and its owners shall not be liable for:

• Indirect, incidental, or consequential damages
• Loss of profits, data, or business opportunities
• Damages resulting from unauthorized account access

Our total liability shall not exceed the amount you paid for the service in the 12 months preceding the claim.

10. Indemnification

You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless Appetizer and its affiliates from any claims, damages, or expenses arising out of:

• Your use of the service
• Violation of these Terms
• Violation of third-party rights
• Content you upload or create

11. Termination

11.1 By You – You may terminate your account anytime via in-app settings or by emailing thabanichaka@gmail.com.

11.2 By Us – We may suspend or terminate your access if you violate these Terms, engage in fraud, or if required by law.

11.3 Effect – Upon termination, access ends and data may be deleted in accordance with our Privacy Policy.

12. Changes to Terms

We may update these Terms periodically. Material changes will be communicated by updating this page, sending an email, or displaying a notice in the app. Continued use after changes constitutes acceptance.

13. Third-Party Services

Appetizer integrates trusted third-party providers:

• Supabase – Database and authentication
• Google AI (Gemini) – Recipe generation
• Apple – Payment processing

Each provider maintains its own privacy policies and terms.

14. Dispute Resolution

14.1 Informal Resolution – Contact thabanichaka@gmail.com for any disputes.

14.2 Arbitration – Unresolved disputes will be handled by binding arbitration. You waive any right to a jury trial.

14.3 Class Action Waiver – Disputes will be resolved individually, not through class or collective actions.

15. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of South Africa (or your local jurisdiction if different), without regard to conflict-of-law principles.

16. Miscellaneous

16.1 Entire Agreement

These Terms and our Privacy Policy constitute the full agreement between you and Appetizer.

16.2 Severability

If any clause is held invalid, the remaining clauses remain effective.

16.3 No Waiver

Failure to enforce any right does not waive that right.

16.4 Assignment

You may not assign these Terms; we may assign them to a successor or affiliate.

17. Contact Us

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

📧 thabanichaka@gmail.com