Terms of Use

Welcome to Ripple

Thank you for choosing Ripple, our minimalist note-taking app (hereinafter referred to as "the App"). Before using the App, please carefully read and understand the following Terms of Use (hereinafter referred to as "Terms"). By downloading, installing, or using the App, you agree to be bound by these Terms.

Usage Rules

Account and Data Management

  • No account registration is required to use the App
  • If you choose to sync data to iCloud, please ensure your Apple device is properly configured and signed in to your iCloud account

License to Use

  • We grant you a personal, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to use the App in accordance with these Terms
  • You may not reverse engineer, decompile, or modify the App in any way

User Behavior

  • You agree to use the App for lawful purposes only and not to engage in any illegal activities
  • You are fully responsible for any content you create while using the App, including but not limited to the legality of your notes

Intellectual Property

Software Ownership

  • The App and all its components (including but not limited to code, interface design, and documentation) are our intellectual property
  • You may not copy, distribute, or otherwise use any part of the App without permission

User Content

  • Content you create in the App (such as notes) belongs to you
  • We will not access or use your content unless explicitly authorized (e.g., for data transfer through iCloud sync)

Limitation of Liability

Service Availability

  • The App is provided "as is" and may experience interruptions or errors due to technical reasons
  • We are not liable for any direct or indirect losses arising from the use or inability to use the App

Data Security

  • App data is stored locally on your device by default and synced through Apple's iCloud service
  • We recommend properly managing your device and iCloud account to prevent data loss or unauthorized access

Modifications and Termination

Terms Modification

  • We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time and will post updated versions in the App or on our official website
  • Your continued use of the App after modifications constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms

Service Termination

  • You may stop using the App at any time
  • If we decide to terminate the App, we will notify you in advance and provide guidance on data backup when possible

Applicable Law and Dispute Resolution

Applicable Law

  • These Terms are governed by applicable local laws and regulations

Dispute Resolution

  • Any disputes arising from these Terms shall be resolved through friendly negotiation; if negotiation fails, they may be submitted to a court of competent jurisdiction

Final Interpretation

We reserve the right of final interpretation of these Terms.

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