Terms of Service

Last Updated: 10/31/2025

Welcome to VibeThoughts. These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your use of our website and services (collectively, the "Service") operated by VibeThoughts ("we," "our," or "us").

By accessing or using our Service, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you disagree with any part of these Terms, then you may not access the Service.

1. Acceptance of Terms

By creating an account, accessing, or using VibeThoughts, you confirm that:

  • You are at least 13 years of age
  • You have the legal capacity to enter into this agreement
  • You agree to comply with these Terms and all applicable laws
  • All information you provide is accurate and truthful

2. Description of Service

VibeThoughts is a digital platform that allows users to capture, organize, and manage their thoughts, ideas, and personal notes. Our Service includes:

  • Thought and note creation and management tools
  • Content organization and categorization features
  • User account and profile management
  • Social authentication options (including Facebook Login)
  • Data synchronization across devices (where applicable)

3. User Accounts and Registration

3.1 Account Creation

To use certain features of our Service, you must create an account. You may register using:

  • Email address and password
  • Third-party authentication services (such as Facebook Login)

3.2 Account Security

You are responsible for:

  • Maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials
  • All activities that occur under your account
  • Immediately notifying us of any unauthorized use of your account
  • Ensuring your account information remains accurate and up-to-date

3.3 Third-Party Authentication

When you use third-party authentication services (like Facebook Login):

  • You authorize us to access certain information from your third-party account
  • You agree to comply with the third-party service's terms and policies
  • We are not responsible for the practices of third-party authentication providers

4. User Responsibilities and Conduct

4.1 Acceptable Use

You agree to use our Service only for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms. You agree not to:

  • Violate any applicable laws, regulations, or these Terms
  • Upload, post, or transmit any content that is illegal, harmful, threatening, abusive, harassing, defamatory, or otherwise objectionable
  • Impersonate any person or entity or misrepresent your affiliation with any person or entity
  • Interfere with or disrupt the Service or servers connected to the Service
  • Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any part of the Service
  • Use the Service for any commercial purpose without our written consent
  • Collect or store personal data about other users without their consent

4.2 Content Standards

All content you create or share through our Service must comply with our content policies:

  • Content must not infringe on others' intellectual property rights
  • Content must not contain malware, viruses, or harmful code
  • Content must not be spam or unsolicited promotional material
  • Content must not violate privacy rights of others

5. User Content and Intellectual Property

5.1 Your Content

You retain ownership of all content you create, upload, or share through our Service ("User Content"). By using our Service, you grant us:

  • A limited, non-exclusive license to store, process, and display your User Content solely for the purpose of providing our Service
  • The right to make backup copies of your User Content for security and service continuity
  • Permission to access your User Content as necessary to provide customer support

5.2 Our Intellectual Property

The Service, including all software, text, graphics, user interfaces, trademarks, logos, and other intellectual property, is owned by VibeThoughts and is protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

5.3 Feedback

Any feedback, suggestions, or ideas you provide about our Service may be used by us without any obligation to compensate you.

6. Privacy and Data Protection

Your privacy is important to us. Our collection, use, and protection of your personal information is governed by our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated into these Terms by reference.

7. Payment and Subscription Terms

7.1 Free and Paid Services

We may offer both free and paid versions of our Service. Paid services may include:

  • Premium features and functionality
  • Increased storage limits
  • Priority customer support
  • Ad-free experience

7.2 Billing and Payments

For paid services:

  • Payment is due in advance for the selected subscription period
  • We use third-party payment processors to handle transactions
  • All fees are non-refundable unless otherwise specified
  • You authorize us to charge your payment method for recurring subscriptions

7.3 Cancellation and Refunds

You may cancel your subscription at any time through your account settings. Cancellation will be effective at the end of your current billing period. We do not provide refunds for partial periods unless required by law.

8. Service Availability and Modifications

8.1 Service Availability

We strive to provide reliable service but cannot guarantee uninterrupted access. Our Service may be unavailable due to:

  • Scheduled maintenance
  • Technical difficulties
  • Force majeure events
  • Third-party service disruptions

8.2 Service Modifications

We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue any part of our Service at any time. We will provide reasonable notice of material changes when possible.

9. Account Termination and Suspension

9.1 Termination by You

You may terminate your account at any time by contacting us or using account deletion features in our Service.

9.2 Termination by Us

We may suspend or terminate your account if:

  • You violate these Terms
  • We suspect fraudulent or illegal activity
  • You fail to pay applicable fees (for paid services)
  • We discontinue the Service

9.3 Effect of Termination

Upon termination:

  • Your access to the Service will be immediately revoked
  • We may delete your account and User Content in accordance with our data retention policies
  • You remain liable for any outstanding fees or obligations

10. Disclaimers and Limitation of Liability

10.1 Service Disclaimers

Our Service is provided "as is" and "as available" without warranties of any kind, either express or implied, including but not limited to:

  • Warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose
  • Warranties of non-infringement
  • Warranties that the Service will be uninterrupted or error-free

10.2 Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, VibeThoughts shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, consequential, punitive, or special damages, including but not limited to:

  • Loss of profits, data, or business opportunities
  • Interruption of business
  • Cost of substitute services

Our total liability for any claim shall not exceed the amount you paid us in the 12 months preceding the claim.

11. Indemnification

You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless VibeThoughts and its officers, directors, employees, and agents from any claims, damages, or expenses arising from:

  • Your use of the Service
  • Your violation of these Terms
  • Your violation of any third-party rights
  • Your User Content

12. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution

12.1 Governing Law

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

12.2 Dispute Resolution

Any disputes arising from these Terms or your use of the Service will be resolved through:

  • Initial good faith negotiations between the parties
  • Binding arbitration if negotiations fail, conducted under the rules of [Arbitration Organization]

13. General Provisions

13.1 Changes to Terms

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

  • Update the "Last Updated" date
  • Notify you via email or through the Service
  • Obtain your consent where required by law

13.2 Severability

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

13.3 Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and VibeThoughts regarding the Service.

13.4 Assignment

You may not assign your rights under these Terms without our written consent. We may assign our rights and obligations without restriction.

14. Contact Information

If you have questions about these Terms, please contact us:

Email: tristan@vibethoughts.com

Service Provider: VibeThoughts

Contact Person: Tristan de Wit

These Terms of Service are designed to protect both users and VibeThoughts while ensuring compliance with platform requirements including Facebook's Platform Policy. Please read them carefully and contact us if you have any questions.