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Terms of Service

Last updated: October 28, 2025

Please read these terms carefully before using Close Circle. By downloading, installing, or using our app, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service.

1. Acceptance of Terms

These Terms of Service ("Terms") constitute a legally binding agreement between you and Close Circle ("we", "us", or "our") regarding your use of the Close Circle mobile application ("App").

If you do not agree to these Terms, you may not download, install, or use the App.

2. Description of Service

Close Circle is a personal relationship management application that helps you:

  • Track important people in your life
  • Remember important dates like birthdays and anniversaries
  • Set reminders to stay connected
  • Store personal notes and preferences
  • Manage contact information

The App is designed for personal, non-commercial use.

3. Eligibility

You must be at least 13 years old to use Close Circle. By using the App, you represent and warrant that:

  • You are at least 13 years of age
  • You have the legal capacity to enter into these Terms
  • Your use of the App complies with all applicable laws and regulations

4. License Grant

4.1 License

Subject to your compliance with these Terms, we grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to download, install, and use the App on your iOS device for personal, non-commercial purposes.

4.2 Restrictions

You agree not to:

  • Modify, reverse engineer, decompile, or disassemble the App
  • Remove any copyright or proprietary notices from the App
  • Use the App for any illegal or unauthorized purpose
  • Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any part of the App
  • Interfere with or disrupt the App's functionality
  • Copy, distribute, or create derivative works from the App
  • Use the App in any way that could damage our reputation

5. User Content and Data

5.1 Your Data

You retain all rights to the data you input into the App, including contact information, dates, notes, and other personal information ("User Content").

5.2 Data Storage

All User Content is stored locally on your device. We do not access, collect, or store your User Content on our servers. You are solely responsible for maintaining backups of your User Content.

5.3 Data Accuracy

You are responsible for ensuring the accuracy and legality of any User Content you input into the App. You represent that you have the right to store and use any personal information of third parties that you add to the App.

6. Premium Features and Purchases

6.1 Lifetime Premium

Close Circle offers a one-time in-app purchase for Lifetime Premium access, which includes:

  • Access to all current premium features
  • Access to all future premium features
  • No recurring subscription fees

6.2 Pricing

The price for Lifetime Premium is displayed in the App and on our website. Prices are subject to change, but any changes will not affect purchases already made. The Early Adopter pricing (€4.99) is available for a limited time only.

6.3 Payment

All purchases are processed through the Apple App Store. Payment will be charged to your Apple ID account. Apple's payment terms and conditions apply to all purchases.

6.4 Refunds

Refund requests must be submitted to Apple through the App Store, in accordance with Apple's refund policy. We do not control Apple's refund decisions.

6.5 No Transfer

Premium access is tied to your Apple ID and device. It is non-transferable to other users or devices unless supported by Apple's Family Sharing feature.

7. Intellectual Property Rights

7.1 Ownership

Close Circle, including all related software, design, text, graphics, logos, and other content, is owned by Close Circle and protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

7.2 Trademarks

The Close Circle name, logo, and related marks are trademarks of Close Circle. You may not use these trademarks without our prior written consent.

8. Third-Party Services

The App may integrate with third-party services, including:

  • Apple's iOS operating system
  • Apple's notification services
  • Your device's phone and email apps
  • iCloud (optional)

Your use of these services is governed by their respective terms and conditions. We are not responsible for the availability, functionality, or policies of third-party services.

9. Privacy

Your privacy is important to us. Our Privacy Policy explains how we handle data and protect your privacy. By using the App, you agree to the terms of our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated into these Terms by reference.

10. Disclaimers and Limitations of Liability

10.1 "AS IS" Basis

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

10.2 No Guarantee

We do not guarantee that:

  • The App will be error-free or uninterrupted
  • Defects will be corrected
  • The App will meet your specific requirements
  • Data will not be lost or corrupted

10.3 Limitation of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, WE SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, OR ANY LOSS OF PROFITS, REVENUE, DATA, OR USE, ARISING OUT OF OR RELATED TO YOUR USE OF THE APP, EVEN IF WE HAVE BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES.

IN NO EVENT SHALL OUR TOTAL LIABILITY EXCEED THE AMOUNT YOU PAID FOR THE APP IN THE TWELVE (12) MONTHS PRECEDING THE CLAIM.

10.4 Backup Responsibility

You are solely responsible for backing up your User Content. We recommend using iCloud or other backup solutions. We are not responsible for any loss of data.

11. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Close Circle and its affiliates from any claims, damages, losses, liabilities, and expenses (including legal fees) arising from:

  • Your use of the App
  • Your violation of these Terms
  • Your violation of any rights of another person or entity
  • Your User Content

12. Modifications to the App

We reserve the right to:

  • Modify, update, or discontinue the App or any features at any time
  • Add new features or functionality
  • Change pricing for future purchases (existing purchases are not affected)

We will make reasonable efforts to notify users of significant changes through the App or via update notes in the App Store.

13. Termination

13.1 Termination by You

You may stop using the App at any time by uninstalling it from your device.

13.2 Termination by Us

We may terminate or suspend your access to the App immediately, without prior notice, if you breach these Terms or engage in any fraudulent or illegal activity.

13.3 Effect of Termination

Upon termination, your license to use the App will cease immediately. Provisions that should survive termination (including indemnification, disclaimers, and limitations of liability) will remain in effect.

14. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution

14.1 Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the European Union and the Netherlands, without regard to conflict of law principles.

14.2 Dispute Resolution

Any disputes arising from these Terms or your use of the App shall be resolved through good faith negotiation. If negotiation fails, disputes shall be resolved in the courts of the Netherlands.

14.3 EU Consumer Rights

If you are a consumer in the European Union, nothing in these Terms affects your statutory rights under EU consumer protection laws.

15. Apple App Store Requirements

These additional terms apply to your use of the App obtained through the Apple App Store:

  • This license is limited to a non-transferable license to use the App on an iOS device that you own or control
  • Apple has no obligation to provide maintenance or support services
  • Apple is not responsible for addressing any claims relating to the App
  • Apple is a third-party beneficiary of these Terms and has the right to enforce them
  • You must comply with Apple's App Store Terms of Service

16. General Provisions

16.1 Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and us regarding the App.

16.2 Severability

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

16.3 Waiver

Our failure to enforce any right or provision of these Terms will not be deemed a waiver of such right or provision.

16.4 Assignment

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

16.5 Updates to Terms

We may update these Terms from time to time. We will notify you of material changes by:

  • Posting the updated Terms on our website
  • Updating the "Last updated" date
  • Providing an in-app notification

Your continued use of the App after changes become effective constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms.

17. Contact Information

If you have any questions about these Terms, please contact us:

Email: robin@closecircle.eu

Organization: Close Circle

Location: Europe

Website: closecircle.eu

18. Acknowledgment

BY DOWNLOADING, INSTALLING, OR USING CLOSE CIRCLE, YOU ACKNOWLEDGE THAT YOU HAVE READ, UNDERSTOOD, AND AGREE TO BE BOUND BY THESE TERMS OF SERVICE.

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