Terms of Service for 2026 Journal

Last updated: January 1, 2025

1. Acceptance of Terms

Welcome to 2026 Journal ("we," "our," or "us"). These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your use of our mobile application and related services (collectively, the "Service"). By creating an account or using our Service, you agree to these Terms and our Privacy Policy.

2. Description of Service

2026 Journal is a personal digital journal and life planning application that provides:

• Personal journaling and diary functionality
• Daily planning and task management tools
• Habit tracking and goal setting features
• Bible verses and inspirational quotes
• Prayer and reflection journal
• Personal analytics and insights
• Secure cloud synchronization across devices

3. Eligibility and Account Requirements

3.1 Age Requirements

• You must be at least 16 years old to use this Service
• If you are between 16-18, you confirm you have parental consent
• Users under 16 are not permitted to create accounts

3.2 Account Security

• You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials
• You must notify us immediately of any unauthorized access to your account
• You are responsible for all activities that occur under your account
• We recommend using strong, unique passwords

4. Acceptable Use Policy

4.1 Permitted Uses

You may use the Service for personal, non-commercial purposes to:

• Create and maintain personal journal entries
• Track habits, goals, and personal development
• Store prayers and spiritual reflections
• Access inspirational content and Bible verses
• Export your own data for personal use

4.2 Prohibited Uses

You agree NOT to use the Service to:

• Violate any applicable laws or regulations
• Infringe on intellectual property rights
• Upload malicious code, viruses, or harmful content
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems
• Reverse engineer, decompile, or disassemble the application
• Use the Service for commercial purposes without permission
• Share your account credentials with others
• Create multiple accounts to circumvent restrictions
• Store illegal, harmful, or offensive content
• Harass, abuse, or harm other users (if applicable features are added)

5. Content and Data Ownership

5.1 Your Content

• You retain full ownership of all content you create (journal entries, goals, etc.)
• You grant us a limited license to store, process, and display your content solely to provide the Service
• You can export or delete your content at any time
• We will not access, read, or use your personal content except as necessary to provide the Service

5.2 Our Content

• The app interface, features, and functionality are owned by us
• Bible verses are in the public domain or used under appropriate licenses
• Inspirational quotes are used under fair use or appropriate licenses
• You may not copy, distribute, or create derivative works of our content

6. Privacy and Data Protection

• Your privacy is important to us. Please review our Privacy Policy
• We use industry-standard security measures to protect your data
• We do not sell or share your personal content with third parties
• You have rights to access, modify, or delete your personal data

7. Subscription and Payment Terms

7.1 Free Service

Basic features of 2026 Journal are provided free of charge.

7.2 Premium Features (Future)

If premium features are introduced in the future:

• Pricing will be clearly displayed before purchase
• Subscriptions will auto-renew unless cancelled
• Refunds will be handled according to app store policies
• Free features will remain available to all users

8. Service Availability and Modifications

8.1 Service Availability

• We strive to provide reliable service but cannot guarantee 100% uptime
• We may perform maintenance that temporarily affects service availability
• We will provide reasonable notice for planned maintenance

8.2 Service Modifications

• We may update, modify, or discontinue features with reasonable notice
• We will not remove core functionality without providing alternatives
• Major changes will be communicated through the app or email

9. Limitation of Liability

9.1 Service Limitations

• The Service is provided "as is" without warranties of any kind
• We do not guarantee that the Service will meet all your needs
• We are not responsible for decisions made based on content within the app
• We recommend regular data backups despite our security measures

9.2 Liability Limits

• Our liability is limited to the maximum extent permitted by law
• We are not liable for indirect, incidental, or consequential damages
• Our total liability will not exceed the amount paid for the Service (if any)

10. Indemnification

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

• Your use of the Service
• Your violation of these Terms
• Your content or actions within the app
• Your violation of any third-party rights

11. Termination

11.1 Termination by You

• You may delete your account at any time through the app settings
• Your data will be deleted within 30 days of account deletion
• You may export your data before deleting your account

11.2 Termination by Us

We may suspend or terminate your account if:

• You violate these Terms of Service
• We suspect fraudulent or illegal activity
• You create security risks for other users
• Required by law or legal process

12. Dispute Resolution

12.1 Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of [Your Jurisdiction], without regard to conflict of law principles.

12.2 Dispute Process

• We encourage resolving disputes through direct communication first
• Formal disputes will be resolved through binding arbitration
• Class action lawsuits are waived
• Small claims court remains available for qualifying disputes

13. Changes to Terms

• We may update these Terms from time to time
• Significant changes will be communicated via email or app notification
• Continued use after changes constitutes acceptance
• You can review the current Terms at any time in the app

14. Accessibility and Support

• We strive to make our app accessible to users with disabilities
• Support is available through the app or via email
• We aim to respond to support requests within 48 hours

16. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable, the remaining provisions will remain in full force and effect.

Effective Date: These Terms of Service are effective as of January 1, 2025.

Thank you for choosing 2026 Journal for your personal growth and reflection journey!