1. Acceptance of Terms

By downloading, installing, or using TeachVault ("the App"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service ("Terms"). If you do not agree to these Terms, do not use the App.

These Terms constitute a legally binding agreement between you ("User" or "you") and TeachVault ("we," "us," or "our").

2. Description of Service

TeachVault is a mobile application designed to help teachers:

• Manage classes and student information
• Track attendance
• Generate reports and analytics
• Organize schedules and sessions
• Securely store and backup data

The App is provided "as is" and we reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue any feature at any time.

3. User Accounts and Registration

3.1 Account Creation:

• You must be at least 18 years old to use this App
• You must provide accurate and complete information
• You are responsible for maintaining account security
• You must not share your account credentials

3.2 Account Types:

• Free Plan: Core features including attendance tracking, class management, and basic reports
• TeachVault Pro: Advanced features including unlimited classes, advanced analytics, cloud backup, and more (one-time purchase)

3.3 Account Termination:

• You may delete your account at any time
• We may suspend or terminate accounts that violate these Terms
• Upon termination, all data will be permanently deleted within 30 days

4. User Responsibilities

You agree to:

• Use the App only for lawful purposes
• Obtain necessary consent before entering student information
• Comply with applicable data protection laws (GDPR, CCPA, FERPA, etc.)
• Not use the App to store sensitive student data (medical records, SSN, etc.)
• Not attempt to hack, reverse engineer, or compromise the App
• Not use the App to harass, abuse, or harm others
• Keep your device secure and protect student data
• Backup important data regularly

You are solely responsible for:

• The accuracy of data you enter
• Obtaining parental consent for student data
• Complying with your institution's policies
• Protecting student privacy

5. Intellectual Property Rights

5.1 Our Rights:

• TeachVault owns all rights to the App, including code, design, and trademarks
• You may not copy, modify, distribute, or create derivative works
• The TeachVault name and logo are our trademarks

5.2 Your Rights:

• You retain all rights to the data you create (class info, attendance records, etc.)
• You can export your data at any time
• You grant us a limited license to process your data to provide the service

6. Paid Features (TeachVault Pro)

TeachVault Pro is available as a one-time purchase that unlocks advanced features:

• Pricing is shown clearly inside the app and in the store listing
• Payments are processed via Apple App Store / Google Play
• Refunds follow the applicable store refund policies
• Pro features are unlocked permanently after purchase

7. Data and Privacy

7.1 Your Data:

• You own all data you create in the App
• We do not sell your data to third parties
• See our Privacy Policy for detailed information

7.2 Data Storage:

• Local storage: Data stored on your device
• Cloud backup: Optional, encrypted, and user-controlled (Pro feature)
• You can disable cloud features at any time

7.3 Data Security:

• We use industry-standard encryption (AES-256)
• Optional app lock (PIN). Biometric authentication may be introduced in a future update.
• Regular security updates
• However, no system is 100% secure - use at your own risk

8. Prohibited Uses

9. Disclaimers and Limitations of Liability

9.1 "AS IS" Disclaimer:

• The App is provided "as is" without warranties of any kind
• We do not guarantee uninterrupted or error-free service
• We are not responsible for data loss (backup your data!)
• Features may change or be discontinued

9.2 Limitation of Liability:

• We are not liable for indirect, incidental, or consequential damages
• Maximum liability limited to the amount you paid for the app/features (if any)
• We are not responsible for third-party services (Firebase, etc.)
• You use the App at your own risk

9.3 Educational Use:

• The App is a tool to assist teachers
• You are responsible for compliance with educational regulations
• We are not liable for misuse or policy violations

10. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless TeachVault from any claims, damages, or expenses arising from:

• Your use of the App
• Your violation of these Terms
• Your violation of any laws or third-party rights
• Data you enter or store in the App
• Your failure to obtain necessary consents

11. Third-Party Services

The App integrates with third-party services:

• Firebase (Google) - Authentication and cloud storage
• Sentry - Crash reporting
• Apple iCloud / Google Drive - Optional backup

These services have their own terms and privacy policies. We are not responsible for their practices or availability.

12. Updates and Modifications

12.1 App Updates:

• We may release updates to fix bugs or add features
• Updates may be required for continued use
• We are not obligated to provide updates

12.2 Terms Updates:

• We may modify these Terms at any time
• Material changes will be notified via in-app notification
• Continued use after changes constitutes acceptance
• You can view the "Last Updated" date at the top

13. Termination

13.1 By You:

• You may delete your account at any time via Settings
• All data will be permanently deleted within 30 days

13.2 By Us:

• We may terminate accounts that violate these Terms
• We may suspend service for maintenance or legal reasons
• We will provide notice when possible

13.3 Effect of Termination:

• Your license to use the App ends immediately
• You must stop using the App
• Data will be deleted (export before termination!)

14. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution

14.1 Governing Law:

These Terms are governed by the laws of India.

14.2 Dispute Resolution:

• First, contact us at [email protected] to resolve informally
• If unresolved, disputes may be subject to binding arbitration

15. App Store Terms

If you purchase TeachVault Pro, your purchase is governed by the Apple App Store / Google Play terms and policies in addition to these Terms.

16. Miscellaneous

• Entire Agreement: These Terms and the Privacy Policy constitute the entire agreement
• Severability: If any provision is invalid, the rest remains in effect
• No Waiver: Failure to enforce a right does not waive that right
• Assignment: You may not transfer your rights under these Terms
• Force Majeure: We are not liable for delays due to circumstances beyond our control

17. Contact Information