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1. Acceptance of terms
By downloading, installing, or using the Play Safe app ("the App"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service ("Terms"). If you don't agree with these terms, please don't use the App.
We may update these terms from time to time. If we make changes, we'll update the "Last updated" date at the top of this page. Continued use of the App after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of those changes.
2. Description of service
Play Safe is a sexual health tracking application that allows you to:
- Log sexual activity and partner information
- Record STI test results
- View a personalized safety score
- Receive testing recommendations
- Send anonymous notifications to past partners
- Access sexual health educational content
The App stores your personal data locally on your device. For more details on how we handle data, see our Privacy Policy.
3. Medical disclaimer
Play Safe is not a medical device and does not provide medical advice. Nothing in the App should be interpreted as a medical diagnosis, treatment recommendation, or substitute for professional medical advice.
About safety scores and risk estimates
The safety scores, risk estimates, and testing recommendations provided by Play Safe are best-effort guesses based on:
- The information you enter into the App (your sexual activity, protection used, partner information, test results)
- Publicly available statistics on STI prevalence and transmission rates from sources like the CDC and WHO
- Statistical models that estimate risk based on these inputs
These are statistical estimates, not medical diagnoses. They have significant limitations:
- They are only as accurate as the information you provide
- They rely on general population statistics that may not apply to your individual circumstances
- They cannot account for all risk factors
- They assume you do not have symptoms. If you have symptoms of an STI, you should see a healthcare provider regardless of what the App says.
Always consult a healthcare professional
You should always consult with a qualified healthcare professional for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. This includes (but is not limited to):
- Deciding whether or when to get tested for STIs
- Interpreting your STI test results
- Making decisions about treatment
- Assessing your individual risk factors
- Any time you have symptoms or health concerns
Do not delay seeking medical advice or disregard medical advice because of something you read or see in the App.
4. Your responsibilities
When using the App, you agree to:
- Provide accurate information: The quality of your safety score and recommendations depends on the accuracy of the data you enter. We're not responsible for outcomes resulting from incorrect information.
- Keep your device secure: Since all your data is stored locally on your device, you are responsible for keeping your device secure (e.g. using a passcode or biometric lock). We recommend not jailbreaking or rooting your device, as this may compromise its security.
- Use the App responsibly: Don't use any feature of the App to harass, threaten, or harm others.
- Be at least 18 years old: The App is intended for users aged 18 and above.
5. Anonymous notifications
Play Safe includes a feature that allows you to anonymously notify past sexual partners about a positive STI test result. By using this feature, you agree to the following:
- Legitimate use only: You must only use this feature for its intended purpose: notifying past partners about a genuine positive STI test result. Sending false, misleading, or harassing notifications is strictly prohibited.
- Legal consequences: Under many jurisdictions, using a communication service to menace, harass, or cause offence is a criminal offence. We take misuse seriously.
- Data retention: When you use this feature, we may record your IP address and other metadata. If misuse is reported to law enforcement by a recipient, we may cooperate with the investigation and share this data.
- No guarantee of delivery: We'll do our best to deliver notifications, but we can't guarantee delivery. Recipients can also opt out of receiving future notifications.
6. Premium subscriptions
Play Safe offers optional premium features available through in-app purchases ("Premium"). By subscribing to Premium:
- Purchases are processed through Apple (App Store) or Google (Google Play) depending on your device.
- Payment is charged to your Apple ID or Google account at confirmation of purchase.
- Subscriptions automatically renew unless you cancel at least 24 hours before the end of the current billing period.
- You can manage or cancel your subscription in your device's app store settings.
- Refunds are handled according to Apple's or Google's respective refund policies.
We reserve the right to change Premium pricing or features. Changes will not affect active subscription periods.
7. Intellectual property
The App, including all code, design, content, and branding, is owned by Play Safe and protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.
You may not:
- Copy, modify, or distribute the App or any part of it
- Reverse engineer, decompile, or attempt to extract the source code
- Use our trademarks, logos, or branding without prior written permission
Your data is yours. We don't claim any ownership over the data you enter into the App. Since your data is stored on your device, you have full control over it.
8. Limitation of liability
To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law:
- The App is provided "as is" and "as available" without warranties of any kind, whether express or implied.
- We do not warrant that the App will be uninterrupted, error-free, or completely secure.
- We are not liable for any health outcomes, medical decisions, or personal consequences based on information provided by the App, including safety scores, risk estimates, and testing recommendations.
- We are not liable for any loss of data resulting from device damage, loss, or app deletion.
- In no event shall our total liability exceed the amount you paid for Premium features in the 12 months preceding the claim, or $50 (USD), whichever is greater.
9. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify and hold Play Safe harmless from any claims, damages, losses, or expenses (including legal fees) arising from your use of the App, your violation of these Terms, or your misuse of the anonymous notification feature.
10. Modifications to the App and Terms
We may update, modify, or discontinue the App (or any part of it) at any time, with or without notice. We'll do our best to notify you about significant changes.
We may also update these Terms from time to time. We'll update the "Last updated" date at the top when we do. Your continued use of the App after changes constitutes acceptance.
11. Termination
You can stop using the App at any time by deleting it from your device. This also deletes all locally stored data.
We may terminate or suspend your access to certain features (such as anonymous notifications) if we believe you are violating these Terms or using the App in a way that could harm others.
12. Governing law & disputes
These Terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Netherlands, without regard to its conflict of law provisions.
If you have a dispute with us, we'd like to resolve it informally first. Please contact us at the email below, and we'll do our best to work things out. If informal resolution isn't possible, any disputes shall be submitted to the competent courts of the Netherlands.
If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable, the remaining provisions will continue in full effect.
13. Contact us
If you have questions about these Terms of Service, get in touch:
Email: legal@playsafeapp.com