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Terms of Service for DontRot

Last updated: August 2, 2026

1. Introduction and Acceptance of Terms

Welcome to DontRot. These Terms of Service (“Terms”) constitute a legally binding agreement between you and DontRot (“we,” “us,” or “our”) governing your access to and use of the DontRot mobile application (“App”), including any updates, enhancements, and new features.

By downloading, installing, accessing, or using the App, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not download, install, access, or use the App. These Terms may be updated from time to time, and your continued use of the App constitutes acceptance of any modifications.

2. Description of Service

DontRot is a productivity and digital wellbeing application designed to help users balance physical activity with screen time. The App’s core functionality includes:

  • Tracking physical activity through step counting
  • Converting steps into earned screen time
  • Monitoring and managing application usage
  • Blocking access to selected applications based on user settings
  • Providing statistics and insights about digital habits
  • Health Connect integration for enhanced step counting accuracy
  • Custom step detection algorithm that works on all devices, even those without dedicated step counting sensors

2.1. Step Counting Methods: The App offers three different methods for step counting:

  • Device Sensors: Using your device’s built-in step counting sensors for maximum accuracy when available
  • Health Connect Integration: Connecting to Health Connect to retrieve step data for users who prefer Google’s step tracking solution
  • DontRot Step Counter: Our proprietary movement detection algorithm that enables step counting on all devices, including those without dedicated step sensors

3. User Accounts and Registration

3.1. The App does not require account creation for basic functionality.

3.2. All user data is stored locally on your device to enhance privacy and security.

3.3. You are responsible for maintaining the security of your device and any data stored within the App.

4. Free Service with Optional Premium Subscription

4.1. Free Access: DontRot is free to download and use. All core features and functionality are available to all users at no cost.

4.2. Advertising:

  • The free version of the App includes advertisements (banners and optional rewarded video ads) to support continued development and maintenance.
  • Ads are displayed in non-intrusive locations within the App interface.
  • Rewarded video ads may be watched voluntarily to earn additional screen time benefits.
  • We use Google AdMob as our advertising partner. Ad serving is subject to Google’s privacy policies.

4.3. DontRot Pro (Optional Premium Tier):

  • Users may optionally purchase DontRot Pro, which adds an extra layer of customization and depth on top of the free App, including: browser blocking, custom activity difficulty, smartwatch workout syncing, hardcore mode, custom Time Bank hour, schedules and daily caps, full statistics, automatic session start, and removal of all advertisements.
  • Everything that is free in the App remains free. Pro never removes or restricts existing free functionality.
  • Pro is available as an auto-renewing monthly or annual subscription, or as a one-time lifetime purchase.
  • Prices are shown inside the App and are set through Google Play; they may vary by country and applicable taxes.
  • Subscriptions renew automatically unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current billing period. Payment is charged to your Google Play account at confirmation of purchase.
  • The lifetime option is a single, non-recurring payment that grants Pro access permanently, for as long as the App is available, on the Google account used for the purchase.
  • Users who subscribed to the earlier “Premium” (ad removal) subscription keep full Pro access at their original price for as long as that subscription remains active.

4.4. Subscription Management, Cancellation and Refunds:

  • You can manage or cancel your subscription and turn off auto-renewal at any time from your Google Play account settings. Cancellations take effect at the end of the current billing period, after which Pro features are disabled and ads resume.
  • Purchasing the lifetime option while a subscription is active does not cancel that subscription automatically; you should cancel it yourself in Google Play to avoid further renewals.
  • All payments are processed by Google Play. Refunds are handled according to Google Play’s refund policy; except where required by applicable law, no refunds are granted for partially used subscription periods.
  • We reserve the right to modify pricing with reasonable notice. Any price changes take effect at the start of the next billing period and are never applied retroactively.

5. Required Permissions

The App requires several device permissions to provide its core functionality. By using the App, you acknowledge and consent to these permissions:

  • Activity Recognition: To count steps and convert them to earned time
  • Usage Statistics Access: To monitor app usage time
  • Accessibility Services: To implement app blocking functionality
  • Battery Optimization Exemption: To ensure the App works continuously in the background
  • Display Over Other Apps: To show time alerts and blocking screens
  • Internet: For subscription verification and minimal service functions
  • System Alert Window: To display blocking interfaces and time notifications
  • Notification Permission: To display status notifications about step conversion and inform you about the app’s operation

These permissions are used exclusively within the App for providing its intended functionality and enhancing your experience.

6. User Content and Conduct

6.1. Content Ownership: All user data generated within the App remains your property and is stored locally on your device.

6.2. Prohibited Activities: You agree not to:

  • Use the App for any illegal purpose or in violation of any applicable laws
  • Attempt to circumvent or disable any security features of the App
  • Reverse engineer, decompile, or disassemble the App
  • Distribute, copy, rent, lease, or sublicense the App or any part thereof
  • Use the App in a manner that could damage, disable, or impair its functionality
  • Remove any proprietary notices or labels on the App

7. Intellectual Property Rights

7.1. The App, including all of its contents, features, and functionality (including but not limited to all information, software, text, displays, images, and the design, selection, and arrangement thereof), is owned by us, our licensors, or other providers and is protected by copyright, trademark, patent, and other intellectual property or proprietary rights laws.

7.2. These Terms do not transfer any ownership rights in the App from us to you. You are granted a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to use the App for your personal, non-commercial use, subject to these Terms.

8. Disclaimer of Warranties

8.1. THE APP IS PROVIDED “AS IS” AND “AS AVAILABLE” WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, AND NON-INFRINGEMENT.

8.2. We do not guarantee that the App will function without interruption or errors. The quality and performance of the App may be affected by factors beyond our control, such as network conditions, device compatibility, or operating system limitations.

8.3. We make no warranties regarding the accuracy, reliability, or effectiveness of the App’s features, including step counting, time tracking, or app blocking functionality.

9. Limitation of Liability

9.1. TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, IN NO EVENT SHALL WE BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES ARISING OUT OF OR RELATED TO YOUR USE OF OR INABILITY TO USE THE APP.

9.2. This includes, but is not limited to, damages for loss of profits, data, or other intangible losses, even if we have been advised of the possibility of such damages.

9.3. Our total liability for any claims arising from or related to these Terms or the App shall not exceed the amount you paid for the App or subscription in the past 12 months.

10. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless us and our officers, directors, employees, agents, and affiliates from and against any and all claims, liabilities, damages, losses, costs, expenses, or fees (including reasonable attorneys’ fees) that arise from: (a) your use of the App; (b) your violation of these Terms; or (c) your violation of any rights of a third party.

11. Termination

11.1. We reserve the right to terminate or suspend your access to the App, without prior notice or liability, for any reason, including if you violate these Terms.

11.2. You may terminate your relationship with us by uninstalling the App from all devices.

11.3. All provisions of the Terms which by their nature should survive termination shall survive, including ownership provisions, warranty disclaimers, indemnity, and limitations of liability.

12. Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. We will notify you of any material changes through the App or by other reasonable means. Your continued use of the App after such modifications constitutes your binding acceptance of the revised Terms.

13. Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the European Union and, where applicable, the laws of Spain, without regard to its conflict of law provisions.

14. Dispute Resolution

14.1. Any dispute arising out of or in connection with these Terms shall be submitted to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of Spain.

14.2. Before commencing any legal action, we encourage you to contact us first to seek an amicable resolution.

15. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable or invalid, that provision shall be limited or eliminated to the minimum extent necessary so that these Terms shall otherwise remain in full force and effect and enforceable.

16. Entire Agreement

These Terms constitute the entire agreement between you and us regarding the App and supersede all prior and contemporaneous written or oral agreements between you and us.

17. Contact Information

If you have any questions about these Terms, please contact us at support@dontrot.com.