Terms of Service

1. Acceptance of Terms

By downloading, installing, or using SafeEats ("the App"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service ("Terms"). If you do not agree to these Terms, do not use the App.

2. Description of Service

SafeEats is a mobile application that helps users identify potential food restrictions and allergens by scanning product barcodes. The App provides:

• Barcode scanning functionality
• Product ingredient information from public databases
• Personalized allergen alerts based on user-defined restrictions
• Scan history tracking
• Multiple user profile management

3. Medical Disclaimer and Limitations

IMPORTANT: SafeEats is NOT a medical device and should NOT be used as the sole source of information for managing food allergies or dietary restrictions.

• No Medical Advice: The App does not provide medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment
• Information Accuracy: Product information is sourced from third-party databases and may be incomplete or outdated
• Life-Threatening Allergies: Users with severe allergies should always verify ingredients independently
• Consult Professionals: Always consult healthcare professionals for medical guidance

4. User Responsibilities

As a user of SafeEats, you agree to:

• Use the App responsibly and at your own risk
• Verify product information independently when necessary
• Not rely solely on the App for life-threatening allergies
• Keep your dietary restriction profiles accurate and up-to-date
• Report any inaccurate product information through proper channels
• Not use the App for any illegal or unauthorized purposes

5. Limitation of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW:

• SafeEats and its developers SHALL NOT be liable for any allergic reactions, health issues, or damages resulting from use of the App
• The App is provided "AS IS" without warranties of any kind
• We do not guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or timeliness of product information
• Users assume all risks associated with using the App

6. Data and Privacy

Your privacy is important to us. Please review our Privacy Policy to understand how we collect, use, and protect your information.

7. Third-Party Services

SafeEats integrates with third-party services including:

• OpenFoodFacts: Public product database for ingredient information

These services have their own terms and privacy policies that apply to their use.

8. Intellectual Property

SafeEats is licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike 4.0 International License. This means:

• Attribution: You must give appropriate credit
• NonCommercial: You may not use the material for commercial purposes
• ShareAlike: If you remix or build upon the material, you must distribute under the same license

9. App Updates and Changes

We may update SafeEats from time to time to:

• Add new features and improvements
• Fix bugs and security issues
• Update product databases
• Comply with legal requirements

Continued use of the App after updates constitutes acceptance of any changes.

10. Termination

You may stop using SafeEats at any time by uninstalling the App. We may terminate or suspend access to the App if you violate these Terms.

11. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by applicable local laws. Any disputes will be resolved in accordance with local jurisdiction requirements.

12. Changes to Terms

We may modify these Terms from time to time. We will notify users of significant changes through the App or website. Continued use after changes constitutes acceptance of the new Terms.

13. Contact Information

For questions about these Terms, please contact us:

• GitHub Issues: https://github.com/0V3RR1DE0/SafeEats/issues
• Email: Contact through GitHub repository