Please read these Terms of Service ("Terms") carefully before using the Beat Journal mobile application ("App") operated by David Wills ("Beat Journal", "we", "us", or "our").
By using the App, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree to these Terms, do not use the App.
1. Eligibility
You must be at least 13 years of age to use the App. By using the App, you represent and warrant that you are at least 13 years old. If you are under 18, you represent that your parent or legal guardian has reviewed and agreed to these Terms on your behalf.
2. Description of Service
Beat Journal is a personal wellness tracking application that aggregates health data from various sources, maintains a personal journal, and optionally generates AI-powered insights. The App is designed for personal, non-commercial use.
3. Not Medical Advice
THE APP IS NOT A MEDICAL DEVICE AND DOES NOT PROVIDE MEDICAL ADVICE.
Beat Journal is a personal wellness tracking tool. The health data displayed, trends identified, and AI-generated insights provided by the App are for informational and personal reflection purposes only. They are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease or health condition.
- Do not rely on the App for medical decisions
- AI-generated insights reflect patterns in your data and are not clinical assessments
- Always consult a qualified healthcare professional for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment
- If you are experiencing a medical emergency, call emergency services immediately
4. Third-Party Integrations and Credentials
Beat Journal may connect to third-party services you choose to enable:
- Oura API: You provide your own personal access token. Your use is governed by Oura's terms.
- Hevy API: You provide your own API key. Your use is governed by Hevy's terms.
- Apple frameworks and services: Apple HealthKit, EventKit, WeatherKit, and CloudKit remain subject to Apple's applicable terms and policies.
Beat Journal AI features are intended to run through Beat Journal-managed infrastructure and entitlement controls rather than a production BYOK AI flow.
5. Your Data
5.1 Ownership
You retain full ownership of all data you create, import, or generate within the App, including journal entries, health data, and AI-generated insights.
5.2 Privacy
Our collection and use of your data is governed by our Privacy Policy and Consumer Health Data Policy, which are incorporated into these Terms by reference.
5.3 Data Loss
While we use industry-standard practices (local encrypted storage, iCloud sync), we cannot guarantee against data loss. You are encouraged to maintain your own backups of important journal entries.
6. AI-Generated Content
6.1 Nature of AI Insights
AI Insights are generated from the health data and journal context you choose to share through Beat Journal's AI relay. These insights:
- Reflect patterns and correlations in your data
- Are not verified by medical professionals
- May contain inaccuracies or misinterpretations
- Should not be used as the sole basis for health decisions
6.2 Assumption of Risk
By enabling AI Insights, you acknowledge and accept that AI-generated content is provided "as is" and may not be accurate, complete, or appropriate for your individual circumstances.
7. Acceptable Use
You agree not to:
- Use the App for any unlawful purpose
- Attempt to reverse-engineer, decompile, or disassemble the App
- Use the App to process health data of anyone other than yourself without their consent
- Circumvent any security or consent mechanisms in the App
8. Intellectual Property
The App, including its design, code, and branding, is the intellectual property of David Wills. You are granted a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to use the App for personal purposes.
9. Disclaimer of Warranties
THE APP 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, AND NON-INFRINGEMENT. WE DO NOT WARRANT THAT THE APP WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED, ERROR-FREE, OR FREE OF HARMFUL COMPONENTS.
10. Limitation of Liability
TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, DAVID WILLS SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, OR ANY LOSS OF DATA, USE, OR PROFITS, ARISING OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH YOUR USE OF THE APP, WHETHER BASED ON WARRANTY, CONTRACT, TORT, OR ANY OTHER LEGAL THEORY.
IN NO EVENT SHALL OUR TOTAL LIABILITY EXCEED THE AMOUNT YOU PAID FOR THE APP IN THE TWELVE (12) MONTHS PRECEDING THE CLAIM.
11. Dispute Resolution
11.1 Informal Resolution
Before filing any formal dispute, you agree to contact us at support@beatjournal.app and attempt to resolve the dispute informally for at least 30 days.
11.2 Binding Arbitration
Any dispute that cannot be resolved informally shall be resolved by binding arbitration in accordance with the rules of the American Arbitration Association. The arbitration shall be conducted in Los Angeles County, California. You agree to waive any right to a jury trial or to participate in a class action.
11.3 Exceptions
Notwithstanding the above, either party may seek injunctive or equitable relief in any court of competent jurisdiction.
12. Changes to These Terms
We may update these Terms from time to time. If we make material changes, we will notify you through the App and may require you to re-accept the updated Terms before continuing to use the App.
13. Termination
You may stop using the App and delete all your data at any time through Settings › Privacy & Legal › Delete All My Data. We reserve the right to suspend or terminate access to the App for violation of these Terms.
14. Governing Law
These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of California, without regard to its conflict of law provisions.
15. Contact Us
For questions about these Terms, contact us at:
Email: support@beatjournal.app