Terms and Conditions

1. Agreement to Terms

Welcome to Liftas. These Terms and Conditions ("Terms") govern your access to and use of the Liftas mobile application and all related services (collectively, the "Service"). The Service is provided by Liftas, Inc. ("Liftas," "we," "our," or "us").

By downloading, installing, accessing, or using the Liftas app, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree to these Terms, you may not access or use the Service.

These Terms constitute a legally binding agreement between you and Liftas. Please read them carefully.

2. Eligibility and Account Registration

2.1 Age Requirements

You must be at least 18 years old to create an account and use Liftas. By using the Service, you represent and warrant that:

• You are at least 18 years of age
• You have the legal capacity to enter into these Terms
• You are not prohibited from using the Service under any applicable laws
• You have not been previously banned or suspended from Liftas

2.2 Account Creation

To use Liftas, you must create an account by providing accurate, complete, and current information, including:

• Your legal name
• A valid email address
• Date of birth
• Profile photo
• Fitness goals and preferences

2.3 Account Security

You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials and for all activities that occur under your account. You agree to:

• Keep your password secure and not share it with others
• Notify us immediately of any unauthorized use of your account
• Ensure your account information is accurate and up to date
• Take responsibility for all actions taken through your account

2.4 One Account Per Person

You may only maintain one Liftas account. Creating multiple accounts for any purpose, including circumventing suspensions or bans, is strictly prohibited.

3. Permitted Use of the Service

3.1 License Grant

Subject to your compliance with these Terms, we grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to access and use the Liftas app for personal, non-commercial purposes.

3.2 Acceptable Use

You agree to use Liftas only for its intended purpose: finding and connecting with workout partners in your area. You may:

• Create and maintain a personal profile
• Browse other users' profiles
• Send and receive workout requests
• Communicate with matched workout partners
• Use location features to find nearby users
• Earn and display Aura reputation points

4. Prohibited Conduct

You agree NOT to engage in any of the following prohibited activities:

4.1 Misuse of the Service

• Using Liftas for dating, romantic relationships, or sexual solicitation
• Impersonating another person or entity
• Creating fake or misleading profiles
• Using someone else's photos without permission
• Sharing false or deceptive information about yourself
• Engaging in commercial activities, advertising, or promotional content without our permission

4.2 Harassment and Abuse

• Harassing, bullying, threatening, or intimidating other users
• Sending unwanted or inappropriate messages
• Stalking or repeatedly contacting users who have blocked you
• Discriminating against users based on race, ethnicity, gender, religion, disability, or other protected characteristics
• Posting hate speech, violent content, or graphic imagery

4.3 Illegal Activities

• Violating any local, state, national, or international law
• Using the Service to facilitate illegal activities
• Sharing or promoting illegal substances
• Engaging in fraud, scams, or deceptive practices
• Infringing on intellectual property rights

4.4 Technical Violations

• Attempting to hack, reverse engineer, or tamper with the Service
• Using bots, scrapers, or automated tools to access the Service
• Uploading viruses, malware, or malicious code
• Attempting to gain unauthorized access to other users' accounts
• Interfering with or disrupting the Service's operation
• Bypassing security features or access controls

4.5 Spam and Solicitation

• Sending spam or unsolicited bulk messages
• Promoting pyramid schemes, multi-level marketing, or get-rich-quick schemes
• Soliciting donations or financial contributions
• Advertising commercial services without authorization

5. User Content

5.1 Your Content

You retain ownership of all content you post on Liftas, including your profile information, photos, messages, and workout details ("User Content"). By posting User Content, you grant Liftas a worldwide, non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use, display, reproduce, and distribute your content solely for the purpose of operating and improving the Service.

5.2 Content Standards

You represent and warrant that all User Content you post:

• Is accurate and truthful
• Does not violate any third-party rights (copyright, trademark, privacy, publicity)
• Does not contain illegal, obscene, or offensive material
• Complies with all applicable laws and regulations
• Does not contain nudity, sexually explicit content, or graphic violence

5.3 Profile Photos

Your profile photo must be a clear, recent photo of yourself. Photos must not:

• Contain multiple people (unless you are clearly identifiable)
• Be heavily filtered or edited beyond recognition
• Show children or minors
• Contain logos, promotional material, or text overlays
• Be of celebrities, public figures, or other individuals

5.4 Content Moderation

We reserve the right to review, monitor, and remove any User Content that violates these Terms or is otherwise objectionable, without prior notice. However, we are not obligated to monitor all content and do not assume liability for User Content.

6. Location-Based Services

6.1 Location Permissions

Liftas uses location-based technology to connect you with nearby workout partners. To use this core feature, you must grant the app permission to access your device's location. You can control location permissions through your device settings.

6.2 Location Privacy

Your exact location is never publicly visible to other users. Only general proximity and approximate distance are displayed. You can adjust your workout radius and location visibility in app settings.

6.3 Accuracy Disclaimer

Location data may not always be accurate due to GPS signal limitations, device capabilities, and environmental factors. We do not guarantee the precision of location-based matching.

7. Aura Reputation System

The Aura reputation system is designed to recognize reliable workout partners. Aura points are earned when your workout requests are accepted by other users. We reserve the right to:

• Modify the Aura point calculation algorithm at any time
• Reset or adjust Aura scores for policy violations
• Remove Aura points obtained through fraudulent means
• Discontinue or change the Aura system without prior notice

Aura points have no monetary value and cannot be transferred, sold, or redeemed.

8. Trainer Subscription

8.1 Subscription Terms

Liftas offers an optional premium subscription called "Trainer" for $20 per week. The Trainer subscription includes:

• Access to premium training content
• Advanced matching features
• Priority customer support
• Additional features as we develop them

8.2 Billing and Renewal

• Subscriptions are billed weekly through your Apple App Store account
• Subscriptions automatically renew unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period
• You will be charged within 24 hours prior to the start of each renewal period
• Subscription fees are non-refundable except as required by law

8.3 Cancellation

You may cancel your subscription at any time through your Apple App Store account settings. Cancellation will take effect at the end of the current billing period. You will retain access to Trainer features until the end of the paid period.

8.4 Price Changes

We reserve the right to change subscription pricing at any time. Price changes will apply to new subscriptions and renewals after the change takes effect. We will notify you of price changes in advance.

8.5 Free Trial

We may offer free trial periods for Trainer subscriptions. If you do not cancel before the trial ends, you will be automatically charged for a subscription. Trial eligibility may be limited.

9. Safety and Responsibility

9.1 Meeting in Person

When meeting workout partners through Liftas, you are solely responsible for your own safety. We strongly recommend:

• Meeting in public places such as gyms, fitness centers, or outdoor parks
• Informing a friend or family member of your plans
• Bringing your phone and keeping it charged
• Trusting your instincts and leaving if you feel uncomfortable
• Not sharing personal information (home address, workplace) until you feel safe

9.2 Background Checks

Liftas does not conduct criminal background checks on users. We do not verify the accuracy of user profiles. You are responsible for conducting your own due diligence before meeting anyone.

9.3 Health and Fitness Disclaimer

Liftas is a platform for connecting with workout partners. We do not provide medical advice, fitness training, or health guidance. Before beginning any exercise program:

• Consult with a licensed healthcare provider
• Ensure you are physically capable of the activities you plan to do
• Exercise appropriate caution and use proper form
• Listen to your body and stop if you experience pain or discomfort

9.4 Reporting Concerns

If you encounter inappropriate behavior, safety concerns, or policy violations, please report them immediately through the in-app reporting feature or by contacting support@liftas.app. We take reports seriously and will investigate accordingly.

10. Intellectual Property Rights

10.1 Liftas Ownership

The Liftas app, including its design, functionality, software code, logos, trademarks, and all related intellectual property, is owned by Liftas and protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

10.2 Restrictions

You may not:

• Copy, modify, or create derivative works of the Service
• Reverse engineer, decompile, or disassemble the app
• Remove or alter any copyright, trademark, or proprietary notices
• Use our trademarks or branding without written permission
• Sell, rent, lease, or sublicense the Service

10.3 Copyright Infringement

We respect intellectual property rights and expect our users to do the same. If you believe your copyrighted work has been infringed, contact us at support@liftas.app with:

• A description of the copyrighted work
• The location of the infringing material on Liftas
• Your contact information
• A statement of good faith belief that the use is unauthorized
• A statement under penalty of perjury that the information is accurate
• Your physical or electronic signature

11. Disclaimers and Limitations of Liability

11.1 Service Provided "As Is"

THE SERVICE IS PROVIDED ON AN "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" BASIS WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED. LIFTAS DISCLAIMS ALL WARRANTIES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO:

• Warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, and non-infringement
• Warranties that the Service will be uninterrupted, secure, or error-free
• Warranties regarding the accuracy or reliability of information provided
• Warranties that defects will be corrected

11.2 User Interactions

You are solely responsible for your interactions with other users. Liftas does not screen users, verify identities, or conduct background checks. We make no representations or warranties regarding user conduct, safety, or reliability.

11.3 Limitation of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, LIFTAS 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 use or inability to use the Service
• Unauthorized access to or alteration of your data
• Conduct or content of other users
• Any content obtained from the Service
• Interruptions, bugs, errors, or service outages

IN NO EVENT SHALL LIFTAS'S TOTAL LIABILITY EXCEED THE AMOUNT YOU PAID TO LIFTAS IN THE TWELVE (12) MONTHS PRECEDING THE CLAIM, OR $100, WHICHEVER IS GREATER.

11.4 Jurisdictional Limitations

Some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion of certain warranties or limitations of liability. In such jurisdictions, our liability will be limited to the maximum extent permitted by law.

12. Indemnification

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

• Your use or misuse of the Service
• Your violation of these Terms
• Your violation of any third-party rights, including intellectual property or privacy rights
• Your User Content
• Your interactions with other users
• Any dispute between you and another user

13. Dispute Resolution and Arbitration

13.1 Informal Resolution

Before filing a claim, you agree to try to resolve the dispute informally by contacting us at support@liftas.app. We will attempt to resolve the dispute through good faith negotiations.

13.2 Binding Arbitration

If we cannot resolve a dispute informally, you agree that any dispute, claim, or controversy arising out of or relating to these Terms or the Service shall be settled by binding arbitration administered by the American Arbitration Association (AAA) under its Commercial Arbitration Rules.

• The arbitration will be conducted in English
• The arbitrator's decision will be final and binding
• Judgment on the award may be entered in any court of competent jurisdiction
• Each party will bear its own costs and attorneys' fees

13.3 Class Action Waiver

YOU AGREE THAT DISPUTES WILL BE RESOLVED ON AN INDIVIDUAL BASIS ONLY, AND NOT AS A CLASS, CONSOLIDATED, OR REPRESENTATIVE ACTION. You waive any right to participate in a class action lawsuit or class-wide arbitration.

13.4 Exceptions

Either party may seek injunctive or other equitable relief in court to protect intellectual property rights or confidential information.

14. Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of California, United States, without regard to its conflict of law provisions. Any legal action or proceeding (except arbitration) shall be brought exclusively in the federal or state courts located in San Francisco County, California, and you consent to the personal jurisdiction of such courts.

15. Termination and Suspension

15.1 Termination by You

You may terminate your account at any time through the app settings or by contacting support@liftas.app. Upon termination:

• Your profile will be removed from the Service
• You will lose access to all features
• Your messages and data will be deleted in accordance with our Privacy Policy
• Active subscriptions will continue until the end of the billing period

15.2 Termination by Liftas

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your account at any time, with or without notice, for any reason, including:

• Violation of these Terms
• Fraudulent, abusive, or illegal activity
• Violation of community guidelines
• Excessive user complaints or reports
• Prolonged inactivity
• At our sole discretion

15.3 Effect of Termination

Upon termination, all licenses and rights granted to you under these Terms will immediately cease. Sections of these Terms that by their nature should survive termination shall survive, including provisions related to intellectual property, disclaimers, limitations of liability, and dispute resolution.

16. Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. When we make changes, we will:

• Update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page
• Notify you via push notification, email, or in-app notice
• Provide a reasonable period to review the changes before they take effect

Your continued use of the Service after changes become effective constitutes your acceptance of the revised Terms. If you do not agree to the updated Terms, you must stop using the Service and delete your account.

17. General Provisions

17.1 Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and Liftas and supersede all prior agreements, understandings, or communications regarding the subject matter.

17.2 Severability

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

17.3 No Waiver

Our failure to enforce any provision of these Terms shall not constitute a waiver of that provision or any other provision. No waiver shall be effective unless in writing.

17.4 Assignment

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

17.5 Force Majeure

Liftas shall not be liable for any failure or delay in performance due to circumstances beyond our reasonable control, including acts of God, war, terrorism, natural disasters, pandemics, labor disputes, or interruptions in telecommunications or internet services.

17.6 Third-Party Services

The Service may contain links to third-party websites or services that we do not own or control. We are not responsible for the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party services. You acknowledge and agree that Liftas shall not be liable for any damage or loss caused by your use of third-party services.

17.7 App Store Terms

Your use of the Liftas app is also subject to the terms and conditions of the Apple App Store. In the event of a conflict between these Terms and App Store terms, the App Store terms shall prevail with respect to your use of the app through that platform.

18. Contact Information

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

We are committed to addressing your inquiries and resolving any issues promptly and professionally.

19. Acknowledgment

BY USING LIFTAS, YOU ACKNOWLEDGE THAT YOU HAVE READ, UNDERSTOOD, AND AGREE TO BE BOUND BY THESE TERMS AND CONDITIONS. IF YOU DO NOT AGREE, DO NOT USE THE SERVICE.

Thank you for choosing Liftas. We're excited to help you find your perfect workout partner and achieve your fitness goals together!