Terms of Service

1. Introduction & Acceptance

Welcome to Qinghongco. These Terms of Service (the "Terms") constitute a legally binding agreement between you ("User", "you", or "your") and Qinghongco ("Qinghongco", "Company", "we", "us", or "our"), a United Kingdom-registered company with its principal place of business at Bristol & Bath Science Park, United Kingdom.

These Terms govern your access to and use of:

• The Qinghongco website at qinghongco.com and all associated subdomains (the "Website").
• All mobile, desktop, wearable, and other applications published under the Qinghongco developer name on any application distribution platform (each, an "App" and collectively, the "Apps").
• All related services, features, content, and functionality offered by us (collectively, the "Services").

By accessing, downloading, installing, or using the Services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms and our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated herein by reference.

If you do not agree to these Terms, you must not access or use the Services.

2. Definitions

• Agreement: These Terms together with the Privacy Policy and any additional terms referenced herein.
• App Store: The Apple App Store, Mac App Store, Google Play Store, or any other digital distribution platform through which our Apps are made available.
• Content: All text, graphics, images, logos, audio, video, code, designs, and other materials made available through the Services.
• User Content: Any content, data, or materials that you create, upload, store, or transmit through the Apps.
• Platform: Apple Inc., Google LLC, or other providers of the App Stores.
• Subscription: A recurring paid access to premium features of an App.
• Updates: Bug fixes, patches, feature enhancements, and version upgrades to the Apps.

3. Eligibility & Age Requirements

3.1 Minimum Age

You must be at least the minimum age required by the laws of your country of residence to use the Services. The minimum age is determined by jurisdiction:

3.2 Parental Consent

If you are under the minimum age in your jurisdiction but above the age at which parental consent applies, you may only use the Services with the verifiable consent of a parent or legal guardian. By accepting these Terms, you represent that you have obtained such consent where required.

3.3 Capacity

You represent and warrant that:

• You have the legal capacity and authority to enter into these Terms.
• You are not prohibited by law from using the Services.
• You are not located in a country that is subject to a U.S. Government embargo or designated as a "terrorist supporting" country.
• You are not listed on any U.S. Government list of prohibited or restricted parties.

4. Accounts & Registration

4.1 Account Creation

Some of our Services may require you to create an account. When creating an account, you agree to:

• Provide accurate, current, and complete information.
• Maintain and promptly update your information.
• Maintain the security of your account credentials.
• Promptly notify us of any unauthorized use of your account.
• Accept responsibility for all activities that occur under your account.

4.2 Account Security

You are solely responsible for safeguarding your password and for any activity on your account. We will not be liable for any loss or damage arising from your failure to comply with this obligation.

4.3 Account Termination

You may terminate your account at any time by following the instructions in the relevant App or by contacting us. We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your account if you violate these Terms.

5. License Grant

5.1 Limited License

Subject to your compliance with these Terms, we grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, non-sublicensable, revocable license to:

• Download, install, and use the Apps on devices you own or control, for personal, non-commercial purposes (unless otherwise specified).
• Access and use the Website and Services in accordance with these Terms.

5.2 License Restrictions

You may NOT:

• Sublicense, resell, lease, rent, or otherwise commercially exploit the Apps.
• Modify, reverse engineer, decompile, disassemble, or attempt to derive source code from the Apps (except as permitted by applicable law).
• Remove, alter, or obscure any copyright, trademark, or other proprietary notices.
• Use the Apps for any illegal purpose or in violation of any applicable laws.
• Use the Apps in any way that could damage, disable, overburden, or impair our servers or networks.
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any portion of the Services.
• Use any robot, spider, scraper, or other automated means to access the Services.

5.3 Open Source Components

The Apps may include open-source software components, which are licensed under their respective open-source licenses. Open-source licenses take precedence over these Terms with respect to the specific open-source components.

6. App Store Specific Terms

The following additional terms apply to Apps distributed through App Stores:

6.1 Apple App Store

For Apps downloaded from the Apple App Store:

• These Terms are between you and Qinghongco only, not with Apple Inc.
• Apple has no obligation to provide any maintenance or support services for the Apps.
• In the event of any failure of the App to conform to applicable warranties, you may notify Apple, and Apple may refund the purchase price. To the maximum extent permitted by law, Apple has no other warranty obligation.
• Apple is not responsible for any product claims or other claims related to the Apps or your use of the Apps.
• You acknowledge that Apple and Apple's subsidiaries are third-party beneficiaries of these Terms, and Apple has the right to enforce these Terms against you.

6.2 Google Play Store

For Apps downloaded from the Google Play Store:

• These Terms are between you and Qinghongco only, not with Google LLC.
• Google has no obligation to provide maintenance or support for the Apps.
• You acknowledge that Google is a third-party beneficiary with respect to these Terms.

6.3 Mac App Store

Apps downloaded from the Mac App Store are subject to the Apple Mac App Store terms in addition to these Terms.

6.4 visionOS / watchOS App Stores

Apps downloaded from the visionOS App Store or watchOS App Store are subject to the respective Apple App Store terms in addition to these Terms.

7. Subscriptions & Payments

7.1 Free vs Paid Services

Some of our Apps are offered free of charge (with optional advertising or in-app purchases), while others require a paid subscription or one-time purchase. Specific terms for each App are described in the relevant App Store listing.

7.2 Subscription Terms

• Auto-Renewal: Subscriptions automatically renew at the end of each billing period unless you cancel at least 24 hours before the end of the current period.
• Billing: Payment is charged to your App Store account at confirmation of purchase.
• Pricing: Subscription prices are listed in the App Store and may vary by region and currency.
• Free Trials: If a free trial is offered, you will not be charged during the trial period. If you do not cancel before the trial ends, you will be charged for the subscription.
• Cancellation: You may cancel your subscription at any time through your App Store account settings. Cancellation takes effect at the end of the current billing period.
• Refunds: Refund requests are handled by the App Store provider in accordance with their refund policies. We may, at our sole discretion, issue refunds for exceptional circumstances.

7.3 Price Changes

We reserve the right to change subscription prices at any time. Price changes will not affect your current subscription period and will apply upon renewal. We will provide reasonable notice of price changes.

7.4 Tax

Prices displayed in the App Store may not include applicable taxes. Tax amounts are determined by the App Store provider based on your location.

8. Acceptable Use

When using the Services, you agree to use them only for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms. You agree NOT to use the Services:

• In any way that violates any applicable federal, state, local, or international law or regulation.
• To transmit any malicious code, viruses, worms, or other harmful or destructive material.
• To attempt to gain unauthorized access to, interfere with, damage, or disrupt any part of the Services or the servers or networks connected to the Services.
• To engage in any activity that interferes with or disrupts the Services or the servers and networks connected to the Services.
• To impersonate or attempt to impersonate the Company, a Company employee, another user, or any other person or entity.
• To harvest or collect email addresses or other contact information of other users.
• To use the Services to defame, abuse, harass, stalk, threaten, or otherwise violate the legal rights of others.
• To upload or transmit any material that is unlawful, harmful, threatening, abusive, harassing, defamatory, vulgar, obscene, or otherwise objectionable.

9. Prohibited Conduct

In addition to the restrictions in Section 8, you specifically agree not to:

• Reverse Engineer: Decompile, disassemble, or otherwise reverse engineer the Apps or any portion thereof, except as expressly permitted by applicable law.
• Disable Security: Circumvent, disable, or otherwise interfere with security-related features of the Services.
• Data Mining: Use any data mining, robots, or similar data gathering and extraction methods.
• Benchmark: Use the Services to benchmark or compile information for a competing product or service.
• Misuse Content: Reproduce, distribute, modify, create derivative works of, publicly display, publicly perform, republish, download, store, or transmit any Content except as expressly permitted.
• Commercial Use: Use the Services for any commercial purpose without our express written consent.

10. Intellectual Property

10.1 Our Intellectual Property

The Services, including all Content, features, functionality, software, designs, graphics, logos, trademarks, and other materials, are owned by Qinghongco, its licensors, or other providers, and are protected by United Kingdom and international copyright, trademark, patent, trade secret, and other intellectual property or proprietary rights laws.

The Qinghongco name, logo, and all related names, logos, product and service names, designs, and slogans are trademarks of Qinghongco or its affiliates. You may not use such marks without the prior written permission of Qinghongco.

10.2 License to Use Our Content

Subject to your compliance with these Terms, we grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to access and use the Content for your personal, non-commercial use of the Services.

10.3 Feedback

If you provide us with any feedback, suggestions, or ideas regarding the Services ("Feedback"), you hereby assign to us all right, title, and interest in such Feedback. We may use such Feedback for any purpose without restriction or compensation to you.

11. User Content

11.1 Ownership of User Content

You retain all rights, title, and interest in and to your User Content. We do not claim ownership of any User Content you create, upload, or store through the Apps.

11.2 License to User Content

To the extent necessary to provide the Services, you grant us a limited, worldwide, non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use, reproduce, modify, and display your User Content solely for the purpose of operating and providing the Services to you.

11.3 Local Storage

Most User Content is stored locally on your device. We do not have access to User Content stored locally on your device, and we have no ability to retrieve, view, or modify it (except where you explicitly enable cloud sync features).

11.4 Responsibility for User Content

You are solely responsible for your User Content and the consequences of creating, uploading, or storing it. You represent and warrant that:

• You own or have the necessary rights to your User Content.
• Your User Content does not violate the rights of any third party.
• Your User Content complies with applicable laws and these Terms.

12. Privacy & Data

Your privacy is important to us. Our Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use the Services. By using the Services, you agree to the terms of our Privacy Policy.

The Privacy Policy is incorporated into these Terms by reference. In the event of any conflict between these Terms and the Privacy Policy, the Privacy Policy shall control with respect to the collection, use, and disclosure of personal information.

13. Third-Party Services

The Services may contain links to third-party websites, services, or resources that are not owned or controlled by Qinghongco. We have no control over, and assume no responsibility for, the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party websites or services.

You acknowledge and agree that we shall not be responsible or liable, directly or indirectly, for any damage or loss caused by the use of any such linked third-party website, service, or resource.

Your interactions with third-party services are solely between you and the third party. We strongly advise you to read the terms and conditions and privacy policies of any third-party websites or services you visit.

14. Advertising Terms

Some of our free Apps display advertisements through third-party advertising networks. By using our free Apps, you acknowledge and agree that:

• Third-party advertising networks may use information about your use of the Apps to provide advertisements of interest to you.
• Such advertising networks have their own privacy practices, which govern the data they collect.
• We are not responsible for the content or accuracy of advertisements displayed through our Apps.
• Your interactions with advertisers are solely between you and the advertiser.

For users in the EEA, UK, and Switzerland, we obtain explicit consent before processing personal data for behavioral advertising. For users in the United States, you may opt out of personalized advertising through your device settings (iOS: Settings > Privacy > Tracking; Android: Settings > Google > Ads).

Our comprehensive list of advertising partners is included in our Privacy Policy.

15. Regional Terms

15.1 United Kingdom

If you are a consumer in the United Kingdom, these Terms do not affect your statutory rights under the Consumer Rights Act 2015 and other applicable UK consumer protection laws.

15.2 European Union

If you are a consumer in the European Union, you may have additional rights under EU consumer protection laws, including a 14-day right of withdrawal for digital content purchases (subject to certain conditions).

15.3 United States

If you are a California resident, you have specific rights under the CCPA/CPRA as described in our Privacy Policy.

15.4 App Store Compliance

We comply with all applicable App Store terms, including:

• Apple's App Store Review Guidelines.
• Google Play Developer Program Policies.
• Apple's Human Interface Guidelines.
• Google's Material Design Guidelines.

16. Disclaimers & Warranties

THE SERVICES ARE PROVIDED ON AN "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" BASIS WITHOUT ANY WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED. TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, QINGHONGCO DISCLAIMS ALL WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING:

• IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, AND NON-INFRINGEMENT.
• WARRANTIES THAT THE SERVICES WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED, ERROR-FREE, SECURE, OR FREE OF VIRUSES OR OTHER HARMFUL COMPONENTS.
• WARRANTIES REGARDING THE ACCURACY, RELIABILITY, TIMELINESS, OR COMPLETENESS OF ANY CONTENT.
• WARRANTIES THAT DEFECTS WILL BE CORRECTED OR THAT THE SERVICES WILL MEET YOUR REQUIREMENTS.

WE DO NOT WARRANT THAT THE SERVICES WILL BE COMPATIBLE WITH YOUR DEVICE OR THAT ANY ERRORS WILL BE CORRECTED.

SOME JURISDICTIONS DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES, SO SOME OF THE ABOVE EXCLUSIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.

17. Limitation of Liability

TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, IN NO EVENT SHALL QINGHONGCO, ITS AFFILIATES, OFFICERS, DIRECTORS, EMPLOYEES, AGENTS, SUPPLIERS, OR LICENSORS BE LIABLE FOR ANY:

• INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES.
• LOSS OF PROFITS, REVENUE, DATA, USE, GOODWILL, OR OTHER INTANGIBLE LOSSES.
• DAMAGES RESULTING FROM (A) YOUR ACCESS TO OR USE OF (OR INABILITY TO ACCESS OR USE) THE SERVICES; (B) ANY CONDUCT OR CONTENT OF ANY THIRD PARTY ON THE SERVICES; (C) ANY CONTENT OBTAINED FROM THE SERVICES; OR (D) UNAUTHORIZED ACCESS, USE, OR ALTERATION OF YOUR TRANSMISSIONS OR CONTENT.

IN NO EVENT SHALL QINGHONGCO'S TOTAL LIABILITY TO YOU FOR ALL CLAIMS EXCEED THE GREATER OF (A) THE AMOUNT YOU HAVE PAID TO QINGHONGCO IN THE TWELVE (12) MONTHS PRECEDING THE CLAIM, OR (B) ONE HUNDRED POUNDS STERLING (£100).

NOTHING IN THESE TERMS SHALL EXCLUDE OR LIMIT LIABILITY FOR (A) DEATH OR PERSONAL INJURY CAUSED BY NEGLIGENCE; (B) FRAUD OR FRAUDULENT MISREPRESENTATION; OR (C) ANY OTHER LIABILITY THAT CANNOT BE EXCLUDED OR LIMITED BY APPLICABLE LAW.

18. Indemnification

You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless Qinghongco, its affiliates, licensors, and service providers, and its and their respective officers, directors, employees, contractors, agents, licensors, suppliers, successors, and assigns from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, judgments, awards, losses, costs, expenses, or fees (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising out of or relating to:

• Your violation of these Terms.
• Your use of the Services, including your User Content.
• Your violation of any applicable law or the rights of a third party.

19. Termination

19.1 Termination by You

You may terminate these Terms at any time by discontinuing use of the Services, uninstalling the Apps, and (if applicable) deleting your account.

19.2 Termination by Us

We may terminate or suspend your access to the Services immediately, without prior notice or liability, for any reason, including:

• Your breach of these Terms.
• Your violation of any applicable law.
• A request by law enforcement.
• Discontinuation of the Services.
• Unexpected technical or security issues.

19.3 Effect of Termination

Upon termination:

• Your right to use the Services will immediately cease.
• We may delete your account and any associated data.
• All provisions of these Terms which by their nature should survive termination shall survive.

20. Dispute Resolution

20.1 Informal Resolution

Before filing a formal dispute, you agree to contact us at contact@qinghongco.com and attempt to resolve the dispute informally. We will attempt to resolve the dispute by contacting you via email. If a dispute is not resolved within 30 days of submission, you or Qinghongco may pursue formal resolution.

20.2 Arbitration (where permitted by law)

For users in jurisdictions where arbitration is enforceable:

Any dispute, claim, or controversy arising out of or relating to these Terms or the breach, termination, enforcement, interpretation, or validity thereof, including the determination of the scope or applicability of this agreement to arbitrate, shall be determined by binding arbitration administered by the London Court of International Arbitration (LCIA) under the LCIA Arbitration Rules. The seat of arbitration shall be London, United Kingdom. The number of arbitrators shall be one. The language of arbitration shall be English.

Notwithstanding the foregoing, either party may seek injunctive or other equitable relief in any court of competent jurisdiction.

20.3 Class Action Waiver (where permitted by law)

TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, YOU AND QINGHONGCO AGREE THAT EACH MAY BRING CLAIMS AGAINST THE OTHER ONLY IN YOUR OR ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY AND NOT AS A PLAINTIFF OR CLASS MEMBER IN ANY PURPORTED CLASS OR REPRESENTATIVE ACTION.

20.4 UK & EU Users

If you are a consumer in the UK or EU, you may bring legal proceedings in the courts of your country of residence. Alternatively, you may use the European Commission's Online Dispute Resolution platform at ec.europa.eu/consumers/odr.

20.5 Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of England and Wales, without giving effect to any conflict of law provisions.

21. Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. When we make changes, we will:

• Update the "Last updated" date at the top of these Terms.
• Notify you through our website, Apps, or email (where appropriate) of material changes.
• Where required by law, obtain your renewed consent before applying changes.

Your continued use of the Services after the effective date of the revised Terms constitutes your acceptance of the changes. If you do not agree to the revised Terms, you must stop using the Services.

22. Miscellaneous

22.1 Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and Qinghongco regarding the Services and supersede all prior and contemporaneous understandings.

22.2 Severability

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

22.3 Waiver

No waiver by Qinghongco of any term or condition set out in these Terms shall be deemed a further or continuing waiver of such term or condition or a waiver of any other term or condition.

22.4 Assignment

You may not assign or transfer your rights or obligations under these Terms without our written consent. We may assign our rights and obligations to any third party.

22.5 No Third-Party Beneficiaries

Except as expressly set forth in these Terms (including with respect to Apple and Google), these Terms do not create any third-party beneficiary rights.

22.6 Force Majeure

Qinghongco shall not be liable for any delay or failure to perform resulting from causes outside its reasonable control, including acts of God, war, terrorism, riots, embargoes, acts of civil or military authorities, fire, floods, accidents, network or power failures, strikes, or shortages of transportation, facilities, fuel, energy, labor, or materials.

22.7 Headings

The section headings in these Terms are for convenience only and have no legal or contractual effect.

22.8 Language

These Terms are provided in English. Any translation is provided for convenience only. In the event of any conflict between the English version and a translation, the English version shall prevail.

23. Contact

If you have any questions, concerns, or complaints regarding these Terms, please contact us:

Qinghongco — Legal Team
Bristol & Bath Science Park
United Kingdom
Email: contact@qinghongco.com
Subject line: Terms of Service Inquiry

We will respond to your inquiry as soon as practicable, and within the timeframes required by applicable law.