Terms and Conditions

Golio is a professional wellness and burnout prevention mobile application designed to help students and professionals monitor their well-being, prevent burnout, and maintain a healthy work-life balance.

Our services include:

• Mental health check-ins and burnout assessments
• Activity tracking and habit management
• Breathing exercises and guided visualizations
• Focus-enhancing games and exercises
• Progress tracking and achievement systems
• Premium features available through subscription

We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue any part of the service at any time without prior notice.

2.1 Age and Eligibility

Golio is designed for general audiences and does not impose a minimum age requirement. Users of all ages may access and use the app. However, if you are under the age of 18, you are encouraged to use the app with the guidance or consent of a parent or legal guardian.

Golio does not knowingly collect personal information from children and all data remains stored locally on the user’s device.

2.2 Account Creation

• Use the app responsibly and in accordance with these Terms
• Ensure that any information you choose to store within the app is accurate
• Maintain the security of your device, as all app data is stored locally
• Use the app only for lawful and intended purposes

2.3 App Access and Availability

We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue any part of the app at any time, including features or services, without prior notice. Continued use of the app indicates acceptance of any changes made.

Since Golio does not require account creation, uninstalling the app may result in the loss of locally stored data.

IMPORTANT: PLEASE READ CAREFULLY

Golio is NOT a medical device, healthcare service, or substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. The app is designed solely as a wellness and self-improvement tool.

• No Medical Advice: Information provided by Golio should not be interpreted as medical advice or used to diagnose or treat any medical condition
• Not for Emergencies: Golio is not equipped to handle medical or mental health emergencies
• Consult Professionals: Always seek the advice of qualified healthcare professionals for medical concerns
• No Healthcare Relationship: Use of this app does not create a doctor-patient, therapist-client, or any professional healthcare relationship
• User Responsibility: You are solely responsible for your health and wellness decisions

If you are experiencing severe burnout, depression, anxiety, suicidal thoughts, or any mental health crisis, immediately contact a qualified mental health professional, call a crisis helpline, or visit your nearest emergency room.

4.1 Free and Premium Features

Golio offers both free basic features and premium features available through paid subscription. Premium subscriptions are offered on a monthly or yearly basis.

4.2 Free Trial

We may offer a 7-day free trial for Premium features. If you do not cancel before the trial ends, you will be automatically charged for the subscription at the current rate.

4.3 Subscription Charges

• Subscriptions automatically renew unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period
• You will be charged through your Apple App Store or Google Play Store account
• Prices are subject to change with 30 days' notice
• No refunds for partial periods or unused features

4.4 Cancellation

You may cancel your subscription at any time through your App Store or Google Play account settings. Cancellation will take effect at the end of the current billing period.

4.5 Refund Policy

All payments are non-refundable except as required by law. Refund requests must be made through the App Store or Google Play Store according to their respective refund policies.

You agree NOT to:

• Use the app for any unlawful purpose or in violation of these Terms
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any part of the app or its systems
• Reverse engineer, decompile, disassemble, or attempt to extract the source code of the app
• Use automated systems or tools (such as bots or scripts) to misuse or interfere with the app
• Introduce viruses, malware, or any harmful code that may affect the app’s functionality
• Impersonate any person or entity or misrepresent your affiliation
• Use the app in a way that disrupts, damages, or degrades its performance
• Use the app for commercial promotion or advertising without prior permission

Your privacy is important to us. Our collection, use, and protection of your personal information is governed by our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated into these Terms by reference.

Key points:

• Golio does not collect or store personal or health data on its own servers
• All data entered in the app is stored locally on your device
• Your data may be included in device-level backups (such as iCloud or Google backups), which are managed by your operating system
• We do not sell, share, or transmit your personal information to third parties
• You may delete your data at any time by removing it within the app or uninstalling the app

By using Golio, you consent to the collection and use of your information as described in our Privacy Policy.

7.1 Ownership

All content, features, functionality, design, graphics, code, and materials in Golio are owned by us or our licensors and are protected by copyright, trademark, patent, and other intellectual property laws.

7.2 License Grant

We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to access and use Golio for your personal, non-commercial use, subject to these Terms.

7.3 Restrictions

You may NOT:

• Copy, modify, distribute, sell, or lease any part of the app
• Create derivative works based on Golio
• Remove or alter any copyright, trademark, or proprietary notices
• Use our trademarks or branding without written permission

7.4 User Content

You retain ownership of any content you create or upload to Golio (e.g., journal entries, notes). By submitting content, you grant us a worldwide, non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use, store, and display your content solely for the purpose of providing the service.

While we implement reasonable security measures to protect your data, no electronic storage or transmission is 100% secure. You acknowledge that:

• You use Golio at your own risk
• We are not responsible for data loss resulting from device issues, app removal, or operating system changes
• You are responsible for backing up any important data stored on your device
• Golio does not provide its own data backup or recovery services
• To the fullest extent permitted by law, we are not liable for any loss or corruption of locally stored data

Golio may contain links to third-party websites, services, or resources. We do not endorse and are not responsible for:

• The availability, accuracy, or content of third-party services
• Any damage or loss caused by use of third-party services
• The privacy practices of third-party services

Your interactions with third parties are solely between you and the third party. We encourage you to review the terms and privacy policies of any third-party services you access.

GOLIO IS PROVIDED "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND.

To the fullest extent permitted by law, we disclaim all warranties, express or implied, including but not limited to:

• Warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, and non-infringement
• Warranties regarding accuracy, reliability, or availability of the app
• Warranties that the app will be uninterrupted, secure, or error-free
• Warranties regarding the results obtained from using the app
• Warranties that defects will be corrected

You assume all risk associated with your use of Golio and any reliance on information provided by the app.

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW:

Golio and its developers, affiliates, licensors, and service providers SHALL NOT BE LIABLE for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, punitive, or exemplary damages, including but not limited to:

• Loss of profits, revenue, data, or business opportunities
• Personal injury or property damage
• Emotional distress or psychological harm
• Loss of goodwill or reputation
• Cost of substitute services

Our total liability for all claims related to Golio shall not exceed the amount you paid us in the 12 months preceding the claim, or $100 USD, whichever is greater.

Some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of certain damages, so the above limitations may not apply to you.

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Golio, its developers, affiliates, officers, directors, employees, and agents from any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, costs, or expenses (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising from:

• Your use or misuse of the app
• Your violation of these Terms
• Your violation of any rights of another person or entity
• Your violation of any applicable laws or regulations
• Any content you submit or upload to the app

13.1 Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. We will notify you of material changes by:

• Posting the updated Terms in the app
• Updating the "Last Updated" date
• Sending a notification through the app or email for significant changes

Your continued use of Golio after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the modified Terms. If you do not agree to the changes, you must stop using the app and may delete your account.

13.2 Changes to Service

We may modify, suspend, or discontinue any aspect of Golio at any time, including:

• Adding or removing features
• Changing pricing or subscription plans
• Limiting access to certain features
• Discontinuing the service entirely

We will provide reasonable notice for significant changes that materially affect your use of the app.

14.1 Termination by You

You may terminate your account at any time by:

• Deleting your account through the app settings
• Contacting us at golio.contact@gmail.com
• Uninstalling the app from your device

14.2 Termination by Us

We may suspend or terminate your access to Golio immediately, without prior notice, for:

• Violation of these Terms
• Fraudulent, abusive, or illegal activity
• Prolonged inactivity
• At our sole discretion for any reason

14.3 Effect of Termination

Upon termination:

• Your right to use Golio immediately ceases
• Your account and data may be deleted
• You remain liable for any outstanding payments
• Provisions that should survive termination (e.g., liability limitations, indemnification) will continue to apply

15.1 Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of [Your Jurisdiction], without regard to its conflict of law provisions.

15.2 Dispute Resolution

If a dispute arises between you and Golio, we encourage you to first contact us at golio.contact@gmail.com to seek an informal resolution.

15.3 Arbitration Agreement

Any dispute that cannot be resolved informally shall be resolved through binding arbitration, except for:

• Claims related to intellectual property rights
• Claims for injunctive relief
• Small claims court matters

You agree to waive your right to a jury trial and to participate in a class action lawsuit.

15.4 Jurisdiction

For disputes not subject to arbitration, you agree to submit to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts located in [Your Jurisdiction].

Golio is controlled and operated from Japan. If you access Golio from other locations, you do so at your own risk and are responsible for compliance with local laws.

17.1 Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy and Disclaimer, constitute the entire agreement between you and Golio regarding the use of the app.

17.2 Severability

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

17.3 Waiver

Our failure to enforce any right or provision of these Terms will not be considered a waiver of those rights.

17.4 Assignment

You may not assign or transfer these Terms or your account without our prior written consent. We may assign these Terms without restriction.

17.5 Force Majeure

We shall not be liable for any failure to perform due to circumstances beyond our reasonable control, including natural disasters, war, terrorism, riots, embargoes, acts of civil or military authorities, fire, floods, accidents, pandemics, strikes, or shortages of transportation facilities, fuel, energy, labor, or materials.

17.6 Language

These Terms are written in English. Any translations are provided for convenience only. In case of conflict, the English version shall prevail.

17.7 Headings

Section headings are for convenience only and do not affect the interpretation of these Terms.

If you have any questions, concerns, or feedback about these Terms or Golio, please contact us:

• Email: golio.contact@gmail.com
• Response Time: We aim to respond within 2-3 business days

For technical support, feature requests, or bug reports, please use the in-app feedback feature or email us at the address above.