Terms of Service

Last Updated: November 12, 2024

Important Notice: These Terms of Service ("Terms") constitute a legal agreement between you and Always Caffeinated LLC ("Company," "we," "us," or "our") regarding your use of the Building Lore mobile application ("App," "Service," or "Building Lore"). By downloading, installing, or using the App, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree to these Terms, do not use the App.

Table of Contents

Service Provider: Always Caffeinated LLC

Address: 418 Broadway Ste N, Albany, New York, United States

Email: [email protected]

Website: www.buildinglores.com

1. Acceptance of Terms

1.1 Binding Agreement

By accessing or using Building Lore, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service, our Privacy Policy, and all applicable laws and regulations.

1.2 Modifications to Terms

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

Your continued use of the Service after such modifications constitutes your acceptance of the updated Terms.

1.3 Additional Terms

Your use of Building Lore may also be subject to additional terms and conditions that apply when you use specific features, third-party services, or make purchases through the App.

2. Description of Service

2.1 What Building Lore Provides

Building Lore is a mobile application that allows users to:

2.2 Service Tiers

Building Lore offers two subscription tiers:

Feature Free Tier Premium Tier
Daily Scans 3 scans per day (resets at midnight local time) Unlimited scans
Building Collection Access to saved buildings Unlimited saved buildings
Audio Narration Available Available
Offline Access Available Available
Cloud Sync Available Available
Price Free $2.99/month or $29.99/year

2.3 Platform Availability

Building Lore is available on:

3. Eligibility and Account Registration

3.1 Age Requirement

Minimum Age: You must be at least 13 years old to use Building Lore. If you are between 13 and 17 years old, you may only use the Service with the permission and supervision of a parent or legal guardian. If you are under 13, you are not permitted to use this Service.

3.2 Account Creation

To use certain features of Building Lore, you must create an account using one of the following methods:

3.3 Account Information Accuracy

You agree to:

3.4 Account Responsibility

You are responsible for:

4. User Accounts and Security

4.1 Account Security

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your account, including:

4.2 Password Requirements

If you create an account using email and password, you must:

4.3 Two-Factor Authentication

We may offer two-factor authentication (2FA) as an optional security feature. If enabled, you will need to provide an additional verification code when logging in.

4.4 Account Compromise

If you believe your account has been compromised, you must:

5. Subscriptions and Billing

5.1 Premium Subscription Plans

Building Lore offers the following premium subscription options:

Note: Prices may vary by region and are subject to local taxes and currency conversion rates.

5.2 Payment Processing

All subscription payments are processed through:

We use RevenueCat as our subscription management platform to handle cross-platform subscription tracking and entitlements.

5.3 Auto-Renewal

Important: Premium subscriptions automatically renew at the end of each billing period (monthly or yearly) unless you cancel before the renewal date. You will be charged the then-current subscription price plus applicable taxes.

Auto-renewal details:

5.4 Cancellation

To cancel your premium subscription:

Android (Google Play):

  1. Open the Google Play Store app on your device
  2. Tap Menu → Subscriptions
  3. Select Building Lore
  4. Tap "Cancel subscription"

iOS (App Store):

  1. Open Settings on your device
  2. Tap your name → Subscriptions
  3. Select Building Lore
  4. Tap "Cancel Subscription"

5.5 Refund Policy

Refunds are subject to Google Play and Apple App Store policies:

We do not have direct access to process refunds. All refund requests must go through the respective platform (Google or Apple).

5.6 Price Changes

We reserve the right to change subscription prices with 30 days' advance notice. If you do not agree to a price change:

5.7 Free Trial

If we offer a free trial:

6. User Content and License Grants

6.1 Definition of User Content

"User Content" means any content you upload, submit, or transmit through the Service, including:

6.2 Ownership of User Content

You retain all ownership rights to your User Content. We do not claim ownership of the photos or images you upload to Building Lore.

6.3 License Grant to Building Lore

By uploading User Content to the Service, you grant us a worldwide, non-exclusive, royalty-free, transferable license to:

Scope Limitation: This license is strictly limited to operating and improving the Service. We will not:

6.4 Responsibility for User Content

You are solely responsible for:

6.5 Prohibited Content

You may not upload User Content that:

6.6 Content Removal

We reserve the right to remove any User Content that violates these Terms or that we deem inappropriate, without prior notice. We may also suspend or terminate your account for repeated violations.

7. Acceptable Use Policy

7.1 Permitted Uses

You may use Building Lore for:

7.2 Prohibited Uses

You may not:

7.3 Photography Restrictions

When photographing buildings, you must:

7.4 Consequences of Violation

If you violate this Acceptable Use Policy, we may:

8. AI-Generated Content and Disclaimers

8.1 Nature of AI-Generated Content

Building Lore uses Google Gemini AI technology to analyze building photographs and generate:

8.2 Accuracy Disclaimer

Important Accuracy Notice: AI-generated content is provided for educational and entertainment purposes only. We make no warranties or guarantees regarding the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of AI-generated analyses.

AI-generated content may contain errors, inaccuracies, or outdated information because:

8.3 Not Professional Advice

Building Lore does NOT provide:

Do not rely on AI-generated content for professional, legal, financial, or safety-critical decisions. Always consult qualified professionals for such purposes.

8.4 Verification Responsibility

You are responsible for:

8.5 Ownership of AI-Generated Content

AI-generated analyses and narratives created by the Service are owned by Building Lore. You are granted a personal, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to:

You may NOT:

9. Intellectual Property Rights

9.1 App Ownership

Building Lore and all associated intellectual property rights are owned by Always Caffeinated LLC. This includes:

9.2 Limited License to Use

We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to:

9.3 Restrictions on Use

You may not:

9.4 Trademarks

Building Lore™ and associated logos are trademarks of Always Caffeinated LLC. All other trademarks, service marks, and logos used in the App belong to their respective owners:

9.5 Copyright Infringement (DMCA)

If you believe content in the App infringes your copyright, please notify us at [email protected] with:

10. Third-Party Services and Integrations

10.1 Third-Party Service Providers

Building Lore integrates with the following third-party services to provide functionality:

10.2 Third-Party Terms Apply

Your use of third-party services is subject to their respective terms and conditions:

10.3 No Endorsement

Our integration with third-party services does not imply endorsement, sponsorship, or affiliation. We are not responsible for the practices, policies, or content of third-party service providers.

10.4 Third-Party Liability

We are not liable for:

11. Privacy and Data Protection

11.1 Privacy Policy

Your use of Building Lore is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which explains:

11.2 Data Collection Consent

By using Building Lore, you consent to:

11.3 Location Data

If you grant location permission:

11.4 Data Retention

We retain your data as follows:

11.5 Account Deletion and Data Removal

To delete your account and request data removal:

  1. Contact us at [email protected] with "Account Deletion Request" in the subject line
  2. We will verify your identity
  3. We will delete your Firebase account, user profile, and saved buildings within 30 days
  4. Uploaded photos in cloud storage will be removed
  5. Some data may be retained in backups for up to 90 days
  6. Anonymized analytics data may be retained for service improvement

Alternatively, visit our Account Deletion page for instructions.

12. Service Availability and Modifications

12.1 Service Availability

We strive to provide reliable service, but we do not guarantee:

12.2 Service Interruptions

The Service may be temporarily unavailable due to:

12.3 Modifications to Service

We reserve the right to:

12.4 Offline Functionality

Limited offline functionality is available:

Internet connection is required for:

12.5 Platform Updates

You are responsible for:

13. Limitation of Liability

13.1 Disclaimer of Warranties

No Warranty: THE SERVICE 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, TITLE, AND NON-INFRINGEMENT.

We do not warrant that:

13.2 Limitation of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, IN NO EVENT SHALL BUILDING LORE, ALWAYS CAFFEINATED LLC, OR OUR AFFILIATES, OFFICERS, DIRECTORS, EMPLOYEES, OR AGENTS BE LIABLE FOR:

13.3 Maximum Liability

OUR TOTAL LIABILITY TO YOU FOR ALL CLAIMS ARISING FROM OR RELATED TO THE SERVICE SHALL NOT EXCEED THE GREATER OF:

13.4 Exceptions

Some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of certain warranties or liabilities. In such jurisdictions, the above limitations may not apply to you, and our liability will be limited to the maximum extent permitted by law.

14. Indemnification

14.1 Your Indemnification Obligation

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Building Lore, Always Caffeinated LLC, and our affiliates, officers, directors, employees, agents, and licensors from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, costs, or expenses (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising from:

14.2 Defense and Settlement

We reserve the right to assume the exclusive defense and control of any matter subject to indemnification by you. You agree to cooperate fully with our defense of such claims.

15. Termination

15.1 Termination by You

You may terminate your account at any time by:

15.2 Termination by Us

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your account immediately, without prior notice, if:

15.3 Effect of Termination

Upon termination of your account:

15.4 Survival

The following sections survive termination: User Content and License Grants (6.3), AI-Generated Content Ownership (8.5), Intellectual Property (9), Limitation of Liability (13), Indemnification (14), Dispute Resolution (16), and any other provisions that by their nature should survive.

16. Dispute Resolution and Governing Law

16.1 Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of New York, United States, without regard to its conflict of law principles.

16.2 Jurisdiction and Venue

You agree that any legal action or proceeding arising from or related to these Terms or your use of the Service shall be brought exclusively in the state or federal courts located in Albany County, New York, and you consent to the personal jurisdiction of such courts.

16.3 Informal Dispute Resolution

Before filing a formal claim, you agree to first contact us at [email protected] to attempt to resolve the dispute informally. We will make good faith efforts to resolve disputes amicably.

16.4 Platform-Specific Dispute Resolution

Disputes related to subscription billing and refunds must be directed to:

16.5 Waiver of Class Actions

TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, YOU AGREE THAT ANY DISPUTE RESOLUTION PROCEEDINGS WILL BE CONDUCTED ONLY ON AN INDIVIDUAL BASIS AND NOT IN A CLASS, CONSOLIDATED, OR REPRESENTATIVE ACTION.

16.6 Time Limitation on Claims

You agree that any claim you may have arising from or related to these Terms must be filed within one (1) year after the claim arose; otherwise, your claim is permanently barred.

17. Changes to These Terms

17.1 Right to Modify

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time, at our sole discretion. Material changes will be communicated by:

17.2 Acceptance of Changes

Your continued use of the Service after changes to the Terms constitutes your acceptance of the revised Terms. If you do not agree to the updated Terms, you must:

17.3 Review Responsibility

It is your responsibility to review these Terms periodically for changes. We recommend checking the "Last Updated" date each time you use the App.

18. Miscellaneous

18.1 Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy and any additional terms applicable to specific features, constitute the entire agreement between you and Building Lore regarding use of the Service.

18.2 Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions will continue in full force and effect, and the invalid provision will be modified to the minimum extent necessary to make it enforceable.

18.3 Waiver

Our failure to enforce any right or provision of these Terms will not be considered a waiver of those rights. A waiver of any provision must be in writing and signed by an authorized representative of Building Lore.

18.4 Assignment

You may not assign or transfer these Terms or your rights under these Terms without our prior written consent. We may assign these Terms without restriction. These Terms bind and inure to the benefit of each party's permitted successors and assigns.

18.5 Force Majeure

We shall not be liable for any failure or delay in performance due to causes beyond our reasonable control, including acts of God, war, terrorism, riots, strikes, natural disasters, or failures of third-party service providers.

18.6 Relationship

Nothing in these Terms creates a partnership, joint venture, agency, or employment relationship between you and Building Lore. You are an independent user of the Service.

18.7 Export Compliance

You agree to comply with all applicable export and import laws and regulations. You represent that you are not located in a country subject to U.S. government embargo or designated as a "terrorist supporting" country, and that you are not on any U.S. government list of prohibited or restricted parties.

18.8 Language

These Terms are provided in English. Any translation is provided for convenience only. In the event of conflict between the English version and a translation, the English version shall prevail.

19. Contact Information

If you have any questions, concerns, or feedback regarding these Terms of Service, please contact us:

Building Lore Legal Team

Email: [email protected]

Company: Always Caffeinated LLC

Mailing Address: 418 Broadway Ste N, Albany, New York, United States

Response Time: We aim to respond to all inquiries within 48-72 hours (business days)

For specific requests:

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These Terms of Service were last updated on November 12, 2024.
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