Terms of Service for Chronomuse

Effective Date: 21/09/2024

1. Introduction

Welcome to Chronomuse, a journaling platform with AI-powered recommendations and a browser game (the "Service"), operated by Matthias Schuecker (referred to as "we", "us", "our"). By using the Service, you agree to these Terms of Service ("Terms") and our Privacy Policy (available at [insert link]). If you do not agree, please discontinue using the Service.

2. Account Registration and Eligibility

To use the Service, you must register an account. We offer following registration options:

  1. Through supported OAuth providers (such as Google, Facebook, or Apple)

By registering, you confirm that you are at least 13 years old. Users between 13 and 16 years old must have parental consent to use the Service. We reserve the right to request proof of age or parental consent at any time.

3. User Accounts

You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your login credentials and are fully responsible for any activities that occur under your account. You agree to notify us immediately of any unauthorized use of your account or any other breach of security.

4. Services Provided

Chronomuse provides users with:

  • A personal journaling platform
  • AI-powered recommendations to enhance journaling experiences
  • Access to a browser game for entertainment and personal growth

The Service is available globally, subject to applicable laws and regulations.

5. Acceptable Use

You agree to use the Service in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations. You must not:

  • Engage in any unlawful or fraudulent activities
  • Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems
  • Use the Service to harm, harass, or threaten other users
  • Upload or share malicious software, spam, or offensive content

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your access to the Service for violations of these Terms.

6. AI Recommendations

The AI recommendations provided in your journal entries are based on the mood data you set and the content of your entries. The recommendations are meant to enhance your journaling experience but should not be considered professional advice.

7. Payment and Refund Policy

We use Paddle for payment processing. Payments are required for accessing premium features or in-game services.

Refund Policy

You have the right to withdraw from a purchase and request a refund within 14 days from the date of purchase, without providing any reason. This applies to all purchases made through our platform.

For subscription-based services, refunds will be prorated based on the unused portion of the service.

To request a refund, please contact us at contact.chronomuse@gmail.com within 14 days of your purchase. Include your purchase details in your refund request.

8. User Responsibilities and Content Ownership

You agree to use the Service in accordance with these Terms. You retain ownership of the content you create using the Service, including journal entries. By using the Service, you grant us a non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free license to use, store, and display your content solely for the purpose of providing and improving the Service.

You must not:

  • Post, upload, or share any content that is unlawful, harmful, or violates any third-party rights
  • Attempt to access or use another user's account without their permission
  • Use the Service for any commercial purpose without our written consent

9. Third-Party Services

We rely on third-party providers, including:

  • Paddle for payment processing
  • Groq for AI recommendations
  • OAuth Providers (Google, Apple, etc.) for account creation and authentication

These third-party services have their own terms and privacy policies. While we are not responsible for their practices, we ensure they comply with GDPR and other applicable regulations.

10. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, Matthias Schuecker, as the sole proprietor (Einzelunternehmer), shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, or any loss of data, use, or other intangible losses resulting from your use of the Service. Our total liability for any claims relating to the Service shall not exceed the amount you paid for the Service in the past 12 months.

11. Data Privacy and Security

Our handling of your data is governed by our Privacy Policy. We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data and ensure compliance with GDPR and other applicable data protection laws.

You have the right to:

  • Access your personal data
  • Rectify inaccurate personal data
  • Erase your personal data ("right to be forgotten")
  • Restrict processing of your personal data
  • Data portability

To exercise these rights, please contact us at contact.chronomuse@gmail.com.

12. Modifications to the Terms

We may modify these Terms at any time. We will notify you of significant changes via email or through the Service. As soon as changes are applied you will be notified and prompted to accept the new terms of service.

13. Termination

You may terminate your account at any time by contacting us. We may terminate or suspend your account for violations of these Terms or for any other reason at our discretion. Upon termination:

  • Your access to the Service will be revoked
  • Your data will be retained for 30 days, after which it will be permanently deleted
  • You may request a copy of your data within this 30-day period

14. Dispute Resolution

Any disputes arising from or relating to these Terms or the Service shall first be attempted to be resolved through informal negotiation. If the dispute cannot be resolved informally, it shall be subject to binding arbitration in [insert jurisdiction], unless you opt-out by notifying us within 30 days of your first use of the Service.

15. Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Austria, without regard to its conflict of law provisions.

16. Intellectual Property Rights

The Service and its original content, features, and functionality are owned by Matthias Schuecker and are protected by international copyright, trademark, patent, trade secret, and other intellectual property or proprietary rights laws.

17. Contact Information

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

Matthias Schuecker

Pius-Parsch-Platz 1/49, 1210 Vienna, Austria

Email: contact.chronomuse@gmail.com

By using Chronomuse, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service.