Terms of Service

Introduction

Welcome to Bin Collection! These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your use of the Bin Collection mobile application (the "App") operated by us ("we," "us," or "our").

By downloading, installing, or using our App, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you disagree with any part of these terms, then you may not use our App.

Description of Service

Bin Collection is a simple iPhone application designed to help users remember bin collection days through:

• Local notifications and reminders
• A home screen widget displaying upcoming collection dates
• Management of multiple bin types and collection schedules
• Customizable notification timing

The App operates entirely on your device and does not require an internet connection to function.

License and Use

Subject to these Terms, we grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to use the App for your personal, non-commercial use.

You may not:

• Copy, modify, or create derivative works of the App
• Reverse engineer, decompile, or disassemble the App
• Use the App for any commercial purpose
• Distribute, sublicense, or transfer the App to third parties
• Remove or alter any proprietary notices or labels

User Responsibilities

You are responsible for:

• Ensuring the accuracy of bin collection schedules you enter
• Verifying collection dates with your local waste management authority
• Keeping your device's date and time settings accurate
• Managing your device's notification settings appropriately
• Using the App in compliance with local laws and regulations

Disclaimers and Limitations

No Warranty: The App is provided "as is" without any warranties of any kind, either express or implied. We do not warrant that the App will be error-free or uninterrupted.

Accuracy: While we strive to provide a reliable service, we cannot guarantee that notifications will always be delivered or that the App will function perfectly in all circumstances.

Local Authority Changes: Bin collection schedules may change due to holidays, local authority decisions, or other factors beyond our control. Users should verify collection dates with their local waste management authority.

Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, we shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, including but not limited to:

• Missed bin collections due to notification failures
• Fines or penalties from local authorities
• Data loss or corruption
• Device damage or malfunction
• Any other damages arising from use of the App

Our total liability shall not exceed the amount you paid for the App (if any).

Privacy

Your privacy is important to us. Please review our Privacy Policy, which explains how we handle your information when you use our App. By using the App, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with our Privacy Policy.

In summary: We don't collect any personal data. Everything stays on your device.

Updates and Modifications

We may update the App from time to time to add features, fix bugs, or improve performance. Updates will be distributed through the App Store.

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. If we make material changes, we will update the "Last updated" date at the top of this page. Your continued use of the App after any changes constitutes acceptance of the new Terms.

Termination

You may stop using the App at any time by deleting it from your device. We may terminate or suspend your access to the App immediately, without prior notice, if you breach these Terms.

Upon termination, your right to use the App will cease immediately, and you should delete the App from your device.

App Store Terms

Your use of the App is also subject to the Apple App Store Terms of Service. In case of conflict between these Terms and the App Store Terms, the App Store Terms shall prevail with respect to your use of the App Store.

Intellectual Property

The App and its original content, features, and functionality are and will remain our exclusive property. The App is protected by copyright, trademark, and other laws.

Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the jurisdiction where we are located, without regard to its conflict of law provisions.

Severability

If any provision of these Terms is held to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions will remain in full force and effect.

Contact Information

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

Email: legal@spicybackend.dev

Acknowledgment

By using the Bin Collection app, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service and our Privacy Policy.