Terms of Service for Sprout

Last Updated: February 2, 2025

Agreement to Terms

By accessing or using the Sprout mobile application ("App," "Sprout," "we," "our," or "us"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service ("Terms"). If you do not agree to these Terms, do not use the App.

Important: These Terms include a binding arbitration clause and class action waiver (Section 15) that affect your legal rights. Please read carefully.

1. Eligibility and Account Registration

1.1 Age Requirements

You must be at least 13 years old to use Sprout. If you are under 18, you must have parental or guardian consent to use the App.

By using Sprout, you represent and warrant that:

1.2 Account Creation

To access cloud features, you must create an account by providing:

You agree to:

1.3 Account Security

2. License and Use of the App

2.1 Limited License

We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to:

2.2 Restrictions

You may NOT:

2.3 Ownership

Sprout and all related intellectual property (code, designs, logos, content) are owned by us or our licensors. These Terms do not grant you any ownership rights.

3. User Content and Data

3.1 Your Content

You retain ownership of content you create in Sprout (tasks, notes, pet customization). By using the App, you grant us a limited license to:

This license ends when you delete content or close your account.

3.2 Content Responsibility

You are solely responsible for your content. You agree NOT to create content that:

3.3 Content Monitoring

We do NOT actively monitor user content, but we reserve the right to:

3.4 Data Backups

We perform regular backups, but we are NOT responsible for:

Recommendation: Regularly export your data (Settings → Export Data).

4. Subscription and Payments

4.1 Free Tier

Sprout offers a free tier with limited features (see Premium Features documentation). The free tier is available indefinitely but may be modified with reasonable notice.

4.2 Premium Subscription

Pricing:

Billing:

What You Get:

4.3 Free Trials

If we offer free trials:

4.4 Subscription Management

iOS (Apple):

Android (Google):

To Cancel:

4.5 Price Changes

We may change subscription prices with 30 days' notice. Changes apply:

4.6 Refund Policy

Refunds are handled by Apple/Google according to their policies:

We cannot process direct refunds for in-app purchases. For subscription issues, contact: hello@sproutapp.tech

5. AI-Powered Features

5.1 AI Services

Sprout uses OpenAI's API for AI features:

5.2 AI Limitations

You acknowledge that AI features:

5.3 Usage Limits

Free Tier:

Premium Tier:

We may adjust limits with reasonable notice.

5.4 AI Data Processing

When you use AI features:

6. Prohibited Uses

You agree NOT to use Sprout to:

6.1 Illegal Activities

6.2 Harmful Activities

6.3 Inappropriate Content

Consequences: Violation may result in account suspension or termination without refund.

7. Termination

7.1 Termination by You

You may terminate your account anytime by:

Effect of Termination:

7.2 Termination by Us

We may suspend or terminate your account if:

Notice: We will provide notice when possible, but may terminate immediately for serious violations.

7.3 Effect of Termination

Upon termination:

8. Disclaimers and Warranties

8.1 "AS-IS" Basis

SPROUT IS PROVIDED "AS-IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING:

8.2 No Medical/Professional Advice

Sprout is a productivity tool, NOT a medical or mental health app. Features designed for ADHD users are informational only. Always consult qualified professionals for medical advice.

8.3 Third-Party Services

We are not responsible for:

8.4 Beta Features

Some features may be marked as "beta" or "experimental":

9. Limitation of Liability

9.1 Liability Cap

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, OUR TOTAL LIABILITY TO YOU FOR ALL CLAIMS ARISING FROM THESE TERMS OR YOUR USE OF SPROUT SHALL NOT EXCEED:

9.2 Excluded Damages

WE ARE NOT LIABLE FOR:

9.3 Limitations Apply Even If

9.4 Legal Exceptions

Some jurisdictions don't allow limitation of liability for:

These limitations don't apply where prohibited by law.

10. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Sprout, its officers, directors, employees, and agents from any claims, damages, losses, or expenses (including legal fees) arising from:

We reserve the right to assume exclusive defense of any claim. You will cooperate with our defense.

11. Privacy and Data Protection

11.1 Privacy Policy

Your use of Sprout is subject to our Privacy Policy.

11.2 Data Collection

We collect and process data as described in the Privacy Policy, including:

11.3 Data Rights

You have rights to:

See Privacy Policy for details.

11.4 Children's Privacy

We do not knowingly collect data from children under 13. If we discover we have, we will delete it immediately.

12. Intellectual Property

12.1 Trademarks

"Sprout," the Sprout logo, and all related marks are our trademarks. You may not use them without written permission.

12.2 Copyright

All App content (code, designs, graphics, text) is protected by copyright. Unauthorized use is prohibited.

12.3 DMCA Compliance

If you believe your copyright is infringed:

12.4 Feedback

If you provide feedback or suggestions:

13. Updates and Changes

13.1 App Updates

We may update the App to:

Updates may:

13.2 Changes to Terms

We may modify these Terms with 30 days' notice by:

Your options:

Continued use after notice period = acceptance of new Terms.

13.3 Feature Changes

We may modify or discontinue features with reasonable notice. We are not liable for:

14. Platform-Specific Terms

14.1 Apple App Store

If you download Sprout from the Apple App Store:

14.2 Google Play Store

If you download Sprout from Google Play:

14.3 Platform Policies

You agree to comply with:

We may remove features or modify the App to comply with platform requirements.

15. Dispute Resolution and Arbitration

15.1 Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of England and Wales, without regard to conflict of law principles.

15.2 Informal Dispute Resolution

Before filing a claim, you agree to contact us at hello@sproutapp.tech to resolve the dispute informally. We'll work in good faith to reach a resolution within 60 days.

15.3 Binding Arbitration

If informal resolution fails, disputes will be resolved by binding arbitration, except:

Arbitration Terms:

15.4 Class Action Waiver

YOU AND SPROUT AGREE THAT DISPUTES WILL BE RESOLVED INDIVIDUALLY, NOT AS A CLASS ACTION, CONSOLIDATED ACTION, OR REPRESENTATIVE ACTION.

You waive any right to:

15.5 Exceptions

Arbitration does NOT apply to:

15.6 Opt-Out

You may opt out of arbitration within 30 days of accepting these Terms by emailing: hello@sproutapp.tech
Include: Name, email, date of acceptance, statement: "I opt out of arbitration."

16. General Provisions

16.1 Entire Agreement

These Terms, Privacy Policy, and any referenced policies constitute the entire agreement between you and Sprout.

16.2 Severability

If any provision is found unenforceable, the remaining provisions remain in effect. The unenforceable provision will be modified to achieve its intent.

16.3 Waiver

Our failure to enforce any right or provision is not a waiver. Waivers must be in writing.

16.4 Assignment

You may not assign these Terms. We may assign our rights and obligations without notice.

16.5 Force Majeure

We are not liable for delays or failures due to events beyond our control (natural disasters, wars, pandemics, internet outages, etc.).

16.6 Notices

To You:

To Us:

16.7 No Third-Party Beneficiaries

These Terms are for your and our benefit only (except Apple/Google as noted).

16.8 Survival

Sections that naturally survive termination remain in effect (disclaimers, limitations of liability, arbitration, intellectual property).

17. Contact Information

General Inquiries, Legal/DMCA & Privacy Requests: hello@sproutapp.tech

Mailing Address:
Sprout App
2 Foster Close
Derby, DE3 0BF

Website: sproutapp.tech

18. App Store Compliance

18.1 Apple Requirements

18.2 Google Requirements

18.3 Compliance Certifications

Sprout complies with:

Acceptance of Terms

By clicking "Accept," creating an account, or using Sprout, you acknowledge that:

If you do not agree, do not use Sprout.

Thank you for using Sprout. We're committed to providing a great experience while respecting your rights.

These Terms of Service are effective as of February 2, 2025 and govern your use of the Sprout mobile application.

Last Reviewed: February 2, 2025
Version: 1.0