Terms of Use

ShadowART — Mood Journal & Shadow Work Companion

Last Updated: February 2, 2025

Effective Date: February 2, 2025


1. Acceptance of Terms

By downloading, installing, accessing, or using the ShadowART mobile application (the "App"), you ("User," "you," or "your") agree to be bound by these Terms of Use (the "Terms"). These Terms constitute a legally binding agreement between you and [Developer Name / Company Name] ("we," "us," or "our").

If you do not agree to these Terms, you must immediately stop using the App and delete it from your device.

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. Material changes will be communicated through an in-app notice or by updating the "Last Updated" date above. Your continued use of the App after any modifications constitutes your acceptance of the revised Terms.


2. Description of Service

ShadowART is a personal mood journaling, emotional self-reflection, and psychological self-exploration application for iOS. The App provides:

The App is available in two tiers: a free tier with core journaling and mood tracking features, and a premium subscription tier ("ShadowART Pro") with advanced analysis, audio rituals, and additional features.


3. Eligibility

To use ShadowART, you must:

If you are a parent or guardian and become aware that your child under the applicable minimum age is using the App, please contact us and we will take steps to remove their data.


4. Account & Device Security

ShadowART does not require account creation, login credentials, or registration. Your data is stored locally on your device by default.

You are solely responsible for:

We are not responsible for unauthorized access to your data resulting from lost, stolen, or compromised devices.


5. Subscription Terms

5.1 Free Tier

The free tier of ShadowART provides access to core features including visual mood entry, basic journaling, shadow constellation radar chart, and the Reflect & Anchor functionality. Free tier features may be modified over time.

5.2 ShadowART Pro Subscription

ShadowART Pro is available as an auto-renewable subscription with the following options:

Prices are subject to change. Any price changes will apply to the next billing cycle following the change. Prices may vary by region and are determined by the App Store.

5.3 Billing & Renewal

5.4 Free Trial

The yearly subscription plan includes a 7-day free trial. During the free trial period, you will have full access to all ShadowART Pro features at no charge. If you do not cancel your subscription at least 24 hours before the end of the 7-day free trial period, your Apple ID account will be automatically charged the yearly subscription fee ($39.99 USD). You may cancel the free trial at any time through your Apple ID account settings in the App Store. Each Apple ID is eligible for one free trial only.

5.5 Cancellation

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

No refunds will be issued for partial billing periods. Refund requests must be directed to Apple through their standard refund process.

5.6 Restoration

You can restore previously purchased subscriptions on any device signed into the same Apple ID by using the "Restore Purchases" function within the App.


6. Acceptable Use

You agree to use ShadowART solely for personal, non-commercial purposes and in compliance with all applicable laws. You agree not to:

Violation of these terms may result in termination of your access to the App.


7. Intellectual Property

7.1 Our Intellectual Property

The App and all of its contents, features, and functionality — including but not limited to the software, code, algorithms, visual designs, user interface elements, graphic assets, icons, audio soundscapes, text-to-speech configurations, animations, archetype definitions, affirmation libraries, and all other creative and technical elements — are and shall remain the exclusive property of Buğra Günay and are protected by international copyright, trademark, patent, trade secret, and other intellectual property laws.

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

7.2 Your Content

You retain full ownership of all content you create within the App, including journal entries, reflections, micro-notes, and any other user-generated text ("Your Content"). We do not claim any ownership interest in Your Content.

By using the App, you grant us a limited, non-exclusive, royalty-free license to process Your Content solely on your device for the purpose of providing the App's core functionality (sentiment analysis, archetype detection, keyword extraction, and personalized insights). This processing occurs entirely on-device and does not involve any transmission or storage of Your Content on our systems.

7.3 Feedback

If you voluntarily provide feedback, suggestions, or ideas regarding the App, you grant us an unrestricted, irrevocable, perpetual, royalty-free license to use such feedback for any purpose, including product improvement, without obligation or compensation to you.


8. AI-Generated Content & Analysis

8.1 Nature of AI Analysis

ShadowART uses on-device artificial intelligence and natural language processing to analyze your journal entries and generate insights, including shadow archetype detection, sentiment scores, keyword extraction, and personalized affirmations. You acknowledge and agree that:

8.2 Not a Substitute for Professional Care

ShadowART is not a medical device, therapeutic tool, mental health service, or diagnostic instrument. The App is designed as a personal journaling and self-reflection companion only.

The App does not provide:

If you are experiencing a mental health crisis, suicidal thoughts, or any medical emergency, please immediately contact your local emergency services (911 in the US), a crisis hotline, or a qualified healthcare professional.

8.3 Your Responsibility

You are solely responsible for how you interpret and act upon any insights, affirmations, or analysis provided by the App. You acknowledge that self-reflection and psychological exploration can surface difficult emotions, and you agree to seek professional support if needed.


9. Data & Privacy

Your use of the App is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated into these Terms by reference. Key points include:

Please review our Privacy Policy for complete details on data collection, storage, and your rights.


10. Third-Party Services

10.1 Apple App Store

The App is distributed through the Apple App Store. Your download and use of the App is also subject to Apple's Terms of Service and Apple's Licensed Application End User License Agreement (EULA).

10.2 Apple StoreKit

All subscription purchases, billing, and payment processing are handled by Apple through StoreKit. We are not a party to your payment transaction with Apple.

10.3 Apple iCloud (Optional)

If you enable iCloud sync (Pro feature), your data synchronization is governed by Apple's iCloud Terms of Service.

10.4 Firebase (Optional)

If you opt in to analytics, anonymous usage data is processed by Google Firebase under Google's Terms of Service and Privacy Policy.

10.5 Third-Party Disclaimer

We are not responsible for the practices, content, or availability of any third-party services. Your use of third-party services is at your own risk and subject to the terms and policies of those third parties.


11. Disclaimers & Limitation of Liability

11.1 "As Is" Disclaimer

11.2 Limitation of Liability

11.3 Data Loss

While we implement device-level encryption and follow industry best practices for local data storage, we cannot guarantee that your data will never be lost, corrupted, or destroyed. You are responsible for maintaining backups of important data through the App's export feature or iCloud sync.

We are not liable for any data loss resulting from device failure, software updates, operating system changes, accidental deletion, or any other cause.


12. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless [Developer Name / Company Name] and its officers, directors, employees, agents, affiliates, successors, and assigns from and against any and all claims, damages, obligations, losses, liabilities, costs, and expenses (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising from:


13. Termination

13.1 By You

You may stop using the App and delete it from your device at any time. Deleting the App does not automatically cancel an active subscription — you must cancel through your Apple ID account settings.

13.2 By Us

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your access to the App at any time, with or without cause and with or without notice, if we reasonably believe that:

13.3 Effect of Termination

Upon termination:


14. Modifications to the App

We reserve the right at any time to:

We will make reasonable efforts to notify you of significant changes, but we are not obligated to maintain any particular feature, functionality, or pricing structure.


15. Governing Law & Dispute Resolution

15.1 Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of [Jurisdiction / Country], without regard to its conflict of law provisions.

15.2 Dispute Resolution

Any dispute arising out of or relating to these Terms or your use of the App shall first be attempted to be resolved through good-faith negotiation. If the dispute cannot be resolved through negotiation within thirty (30) days, either party may pursue resolution through the courts of [Jurisdiction / Country].

15.3 Class Action Waiver


16. General Provisions

16.1 Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and us regarding your use of the App and supersede all prior or contemporaneous communications, proposals, and agreements, whether oral or written.

16.2 Severability

If any provision of these Terms is held to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable by a court of competent jurisdiction, such provision shall be modified to the minimum extent necessary to make it valid and enforceable, and the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.

16.3 Waiver

Our failure to enforce any right or provision of these Terms shall not constitute a waiver of such right or provision. Any waiver of any provision of these Terms will be effective only if in writing and signed by us.

16.4 Assignment

You may not assign or transfer these Terms, or any rights or obligations hereunder, without our prior written consent. We may assign these Terms without restriction.

16.5 Force Majeure

We shall not be liable for any failure or delay in performing our obligations under these Terms if such failure or delay results from circumstances beyond our reasonable control, including but not limited to natural disasters, acts of government, internet or telecommunications failures, or pandemics.

16.6 Headings

The section headings in these Terms are for convenience only and have no legal or contractual effect.


17. Apple-Specific Terms

As required by Apple, you acknowledge and agree that:


18. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or feedback regarding these Terms of Use, please contact us at:

Email: yumavdev@gmail.com

Developer: Buğra Günay