JustCook Terms of Service

Effective Date: [Date to be determined] Last Updated: [Date to be determined]

1. Acceptance of Terms

Welcome to JustCook! These Terms of Service ("Terms") constitute a legally binding agreement between you and JustCook ("we," "us," or "our") governing your access to and use of the JustCook mobile application, website, and related services (collectively, the "Service").

By creating an account, downloading, installing, or using the Service, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms and our Privacy Policy. If you do not agree to these Terms, you may not access or use the Service.

2. Eligibility and Account Requirements

2.1 Age Requirements

You must be at least 13 years of age to use the Service. If you are under 18 years of age, you may only use the Service with the involvement and consent of a parent or legal guardian who agrees to be bound by these Terms.

2.2 Account Registration

To access certain features of the Service, you must create an account by providing accurate and complete information, including a valid email address. You are responsible for:

Maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials
All activities that occur under your account
Notifying us immediately of any unauthorized access or security breach
Ensuring your account information remains current and accurate

2.3 Account Restrictions

Each account is personal to you and members of your household. You may not:

Transfer, sell, or share your account credentials with others outside your household
Create multiple accounts to circumvent usage limits or subscription tiers
Use another person's account without permission

3. Description of Service

JustCook is an AI-powered recipe management and meal planning application that enables you to:

Import recipes from various sources (web URLs, social media, photos, text, AI generation)
Organize recipes in custom cookbooks and collections
Plan meals using our intuitive meal planning interface
Generate and manage smart grocery lists with intelligent ingredient consolidation
Access nutritional information powered by USDA data
Sync your data across multiple devices
Access step-by-step cooking mode for hands-free recipe following

Our Service utilizes artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies, including OpenAI's GPT-4o-mini and Google Cloud Vision API, to parse, normalize, and enhance recipe data.

4. Subscription Plans and Payment

4.1 Subscription Plans

JustCook offers the following subscription options:

Free Trial (7 days):

Available to all new users upon registration
No credit card or payment information required
Full access to all JustCook features, including:
Unlimited web recipe imports
Unlimited AI recipe generations
Unlimited OCR photo imports
Unlimited social media imports
Full access to meal planning and grocery lists
All advanced features and capabilities

Premium Subscription (Monthly or Annual):

Unlimited web recipe imports
Unlimited AI recipe generations
Unlimited OCR photo imports
Unlimited social media imports
Full access to meal planning and grocery lists
Unlimited recipe storage and organization
Cloud sync across all your devices
Priority customer support
All future feature updates and improvements

4.2 Free Trial Policy

Trial Access: All new users receive a 7-day free trial with complete access to all JustCook features. No credit card or payment method is required to start your trial, and you will not be charged during or after the trial period.

Trial Expiration: At the end of your 7-day trial period, your access to JustCook will automatically expire. To continue using the Service, you must purchase a Premium subscription (available in monthly or annual billing options).

No Automatic Charges: We will never automatically charge you at the end of your trial. You maintain full control over whether and when to subscribe. Before your trial expires, you will receive notifications reminding you to subscribe if you wish to continue using JustCook.

Post-Trial Access: Once your trial expires, you will not be able to access the Service, including viewing your existing recipes or data, until you subscribe to Premium. We encourage you to export any important data before your trial ends or subscribe to maintain continuous access to your content.

4.3 Payment and Billing

All subscription fees are charged in advance on a monthly or annual basis
Payments are processed through Apple App Store or Google Play Store in-app purchases, managed by RevenueCat
You authorize us to charge your chosen payment method at the beginning of each billing cycle
All fees are non-refundable except as required by law or as expressly stated in these Terms
We reserve the right to change subscription prices upon 30 days' notice, effective at the end of your current billing cycle

4.4 Subscription Management, Cancellation and Refunds

Cancellation: You may cancel your paid subscription at any time through your device's app store settings or by contacting customer support. Cancellation will take effect at the end of your current billing period, and you will retain access to paid features until that time.

Access After Cancellation or Expiration: If your Premium subscription expires or is cancelled, or if your free trial ends without subscribing, you will lose access to the Service entirely. This includes the inability to view, edit, or export your existing recipes, meal plans, and other data. To regain access to your content, you must subscribe to Premium.

Data Preservation: While you do not have access to the Service after subscription expiration, we will retain your data for 30 days. If you resubscribe within this 30-day period, you will regain full access to all your previously saved content. After 30 days of non-subscription, your data may be permanently deleted in accordance with our data retention policies.

Refunds: All subscription fees are non-refundable except as required by applicable law or as expressly stated in these Terms. No refunds will be provided for partial subscription periods.

5. License Grant and Restrictions

5.1 Limited 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 JustCook mobile application on devices you own or control for personal, non-commercial use only.

5.2 Restrictions

You agree not to:

Modify, reverse engineer, decompile, or disassemble the Service or any portion thereof
Remove, alter, or obscure any proprietary notices on the Service
Use the Service for any commercial purpose or on behalf of any third party
Use automated tools (bots, scrapers, crawlers) to access or collect data from the Service without our express written permission
Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any portion of the Service, other users' accounts, or our systems
Interfere with or disrupt the integrity or performance of the Service
Upload or transmit viruses, malware, or other malicious code
Use the Service in any way that violates applicable laws or regulations

6. User Content and Data

6.1 Your Content Ownership

You retain all ownership rights to the recipes, meal plans, notes, images, and other content you create, upload, or import into the Service ("User Content"). By using the Service, you grant us a worldwide, non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use, store, display, reproduce, and process your User Content solely to:

Provide, maintain, and improve the Service
Display your User Content back to you across your synced devices
Process your User Content through AI/ML technologies to parse, normalize, and enhance recipe data
Generate nutritional information and meal planning suggestions

6.2 Data We Collect

When you use the Service, we collect and process:

Account Information: Email address, user ID, authentication credentials, subscription status
Recipe Data: Recipes you create or import, including titles, ingredients, instructions, images, sources, ratings, and notes
Usage Data: Features used, import counts, AI generation requests, meal plans, grocery lists
AI Learning Data: Raw text parsed by AI, AI model outputs, parsing confidence scores, user corrections to AI results, and feedback ratings
Analytical Data: Performance metrics, error logs, API costs, and feature engagement

6.3 Use of Your Data for AI Improvement

We may use user corrections and feedback on AI-parsed recipes to improve our AI models and service quality. This includes:

Storing user corrections to ingredient parsing, quantities, and units
Analyzing patterns in AI confidence scores and user satisfaction ratings
Training and refining our AI normalization algorithms

All AI learning data is anonymized and used only to improve service accuracy. We do not share your personal recipes or identifiable information with third parties for AI training purposes.

6.4 Prohibited Content

You agree not to upload, post, or transmit any User Content that:

Infringes on intellectual property rights of others
Contains personally identifiable information of others without consent
Is unlawful, harmful, threatening, abusive, harassing, defamatory, or otherwise objectionable
Contains viruses, malware, or other harmful code
Violates any applicable laws or regulations

We reserve the right to remove any User Content that violates these Terms, without notice.

6.5 Third-Party Recipe Sources

When you import recipes from third-party websites or sources, you are responsible for ensuring you have the right to use that content. We provide tools to import recipes for personal use only. We do not claim ownership of recipes you import, and we are not responsible for any copyright or intellectual property disputes arising from your use of third-party content.

7. AI and Third-Party Services

7.1 AI Processing

JustCook uses artificial intelligence services, including but not limited to:

OpenAI GPT-4o-mini: For recipe parsing, ingredient normalization, and recipe generation
Google Cloud Vision API: For optical character recognition (OCR) of recipe photos

By using these features, you acknowledge that your recipe text and images may be processed by these third-party AI services. We take measures to protect your data, but we cannot guarantee the security or accuracy of third-party AI processing. AI-generated content may contain errors or inaccuracies.

7.2 USDA Nutritional Data

Nutritional information is derived from the USDA FoodData Central database and matched to recipe ingredients using AI algorithms. Nutritional data is provided for informational purposes only and should not be relied upon for medical, dietary, or health-related decisions. We do not guarantee the accuracy or completeness of nutritional information.

7.3 Third-Party Integrations

The Service integrates with third-party services including:

Supabase: Database, authentication, and storage infrastructure
RevenueCat: Subscription and payment processing
Sentry: Error tracking and monitoring
Mixpanel: Analytics and usage tracking

Your use of these services is subject to their respective terms of service and privacy policies.

8. Intellectual Property

8.1 Our Intellectual Property

The Service, including its design, layout, text, graphics, logos, icons, images, software, and all other content (excluding User Content), is owned by JustCook and is protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

The JustCook name, logo, and all related names, logos, product and service names, designs, and slogans are trademarks of JustCook. You may not use these marks without our prior written permission.

8.2 DMCA and Copyright Policy

We respect the intellectual property rights of others. If you believe that content available through the Service infringes your copyright, please notify us at [contact email] with:

A description of the copyrighted work you claim has been infringed
The location of the infringing material in the Service
Your contact information
A statement that you have a good faith belief that the use is not authorized
A statement that the information in your notice is accurate and that you are authorized to act on behalf of the copyright owner

We will respond to valid DMCA notices in accordance with applicable law.

9. Privacy and Data Security

9.1 Privacy Policy

Your privacy is important to us. Our collection, use, and disclosure of personal information is governed by our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated into these Terms by reference. By using the Service, you consent to our collection and use of information as described in the Privacy Policy.

9.2 Data Security

We implement reasonable security measures to protect your data from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. However, no system is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee the absolute security of your information. You use the Service at your own risk.

9.3 Data Retention

We retain your User Content and account data for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide the Service. If you delete your account, we will delete your User Content within 30 days, except as required to comply with legal obligations or resolve disputes.

9.4 Account Deletion

You may request deletion of your account at any time by contacting customer support or using the account deletion feature in the app settings. Upon account deletion:

All your recipes, meal plans, cookbooks, and grocery lists will be permanently deleted
Your subscription will be cancelled (no refunds for remaining subscription period)
Your personal information will be deleted in accordance with our Privacy Policy
Aggregate, anonymized usage data may be retained for analytics and service improvement

10. Disclaimers and Limitations of Liability

10.1 "As-Is" Disclaimer

THE SERVICE 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, NON-INFRINGEMENT, OR ACCURACY OF DATA.

WE DO NOT WARRANT THAT:

The Service will be uninterrupted, secure, or error-free
The results obtained from the Service will be accurate or reliable
The quality of any products, services, information, or content obtained through the Service will meet your expectations
Any errors in the Service will be corrected
AI-generated or AI-parsed content will be accurate, complete, or suitable for any particular purpose

10.2 No Medical, Dietary, or Professional Advice

JUSTCOOK IS NOT A MEDICAL, DIETARY, OR NUTRITIONAL ADVICE SERVICE. Nutritional information and recipe content are provided for informational and educational purposes only. You should consult with qualified healthcare professionals before making dietary changes or relying on nutritional information provided by the Service.

10.3 Limitation of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, JUSTCOOK AND ITS OFFICERS, DIRECTORS, EMPLOYEES, AND AFFILIATES SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, OR ANY LOSS OF PROFITS OR REVENUES, WHETHER INCURRED DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY, OR ANY LOSS OF DATA, USE, GOODWILL, OR OTHER INTANGIBLE LOSSES, RESULTING FROM:

Your access to or use of (or inability to access or use) the Service
Any conduct or content of any third party on the Service
Unauthorized access, use, or alteration of your User Content
Any errors, inaccuracies, or omissions in AI-generated or AI-parsed content
Any reliance on nutritional or recipe information provided through the Service

IN NO EVENT SHALL OUR TOTAL LIABILITY TO YOU FOR ALL CLAIMS RELATED TO THE SERVICE EXCEED THE AMOUNT YOU PAID US IN THE TWELVE (12) MONTHS PRIOR TO THE EVENT GIVING RISE TO LIABILITY, OR ONE HUNDRED DOLLARS ($100), WHICHEVER IS GREATER.

10.4 Indemnification

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

Your violation of these Terms
Your User Content or your use of the Service
Your violation of any rights of another party
Your violation of any applicable laws or regulations

11. Changes and Termination

11.1 Changes to the Service

We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue any aspect of the Service at any time, with or without notice. We will not be liable to you or any third party for any modification, suspension, or discontinuation of the Service.

11.2 Changes to Terms

We may update these Terms from time to time. When we make material changes, we will notify you by:

Posting the updated Terms with a new "Last Updated" date
Sending an email notification to the email address associated with your account
Displaying a prominent notice in the Service

Your continued use of the Service after the effective date of the updated Terms constitutes your acceptance of the changes. If you do not agree to the updated Terms, you must stop using the Service and may cancel your subscription.

11.3 Termination by You

You may terminate your account at any time by:

Cancelling your subscription through your device's app store
Using the account deletion feature in the app settings
Contacting customer support

11.4 Termination by Us

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your account and access to the Service at any time, with or without notice, for any reason, including but not limited to:

Violation of these Terms
Fraudulent, abusive, or illegal activity
Extended periods of inactivity
Requests by law enforcement or government agencies

Upon termination, your right to use the Service will immediately cease, and we may delete your User Content.

11.5 Effect of Termination

Upon termination of your account:

Your subscription will be cancelled (no refunds will be provided)
You will lose access to the Service and all Premium features
Your User Content may be deleted in accordance with our data retention policies
Sections of these Terms that by their nature should survive termination will survive, including Sections 6, 8, 10, 12, and 13

12. Dispute Resolution and Governing Law

12.1 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 principles.

12.2 Dispute Resolution

Any dispute, claim, or controversy arising out of or relating to these Terms or the Service shall be resolved through the following process:

Informal Resolution: Before filing any formal claim, you agree to contact us at [contact email] to attempt to resolve the dispute informally. We will attempt to resolve the dispute within 60 days.

Arbitration: If we cannot resolve the dispute informally, any remaining dispute shall be resolved by binding arbitration in accordance with the rules of [Arbitration Organization] in [Arbitration Location]. The arbitrator's decision will be final and binding, and judgment may be entered in any court of competent jurisdiction.

Class Action Waiver: You agree to resolve disputes with us on an individual basis and waive your right to participate in class actions, class arbitrations, or representative actions.

Exceptions: Notwithstanding the above, either party may seek injunctive or equitable relief in a court of competent jurisdiction to protect intellectual property rights.

12.3 Limitation on Time to File Claims

Any cause of action or claim you may have arising out of or relating to these Terms or the Service must be commenced within one (1) year after the cause of action accrues. Otherwise, such cause of action or claim is permanently barred.

13. Miscellaneous

13.1 Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy and any other legal notices or agreements published by us on the Service, constitute the entire agreement between you and JustCook regarding the Service and supersede all prior agreements and understandings.

13.2 Severability

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

13.3 Waiver

Our failure to enforce any right or provision of these Terms will not be considered a waiver of those rights. Any waiver must be in writing and signed by us.

13.4 Assignment

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

13.5 Force Majeure

We shall not be liable for any failure or delay in performance due to circumstances beyond our reasonable control, including but not limited to acts of God, war, terrorism, riots, natural disasters, labor disputes, or internet service provider failures.

13.6 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 a U.S. government embargo or designated as a "terrorist supporting" country, and you are not listed on any U.S. government list of prohibited or restricted parties.

14. Contact Information

If you have any questions, concerns, or complaints about these Terms or the Service, please contact us at:

JustCook

Email: [support@justcook.com] Website: [https://www.justcook.com]

By using JustCook, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service.