Terms & Conditions

1. Acceptance of Terms

By downloading, installing, or using Magnify & Read Aloud or Magnify & Read Aloud Pro (“the Apps”), you agree to these Terms & Conditions. If you do not agree, you must not use the Apps.

2. Definitions

• “Free Version” — includes core magnification features and displays advertising via Google AdMob.
• “Subscription Version” — full features, no ads, renewed annually unless cancelled.
• “Pro Version” — one‑time purchase, full features, no ads.
• “The Apps” — all versions of Magnify & Read Aloud collectively.

3. Description of the Apps

The Apps are digital magnifiers that use your device’s camera to provide real‑time magnification. Optical zoom is used first (where supported), followed by digital zoom up to the maximum capability of the device’s camera. Maximum zoom varies by device.

Depending on the version, users may:

• Capture images
• Convert captured images to text using Google ML Kit
• Have extracted text read aloud using the device’s built‑in text‑to‑speech engine

Features include:

• Real‑time magnification
• Optical‑first then digital zoom
• Flashlight support
• Accessibility filters
• Large‑text mode
• One‑handed operation
• Optional text‑to‑speech (Subscription & Pro Versions)

The Apps are accessibility aids and must not be relied upon for legal, medical, safety‑critical, or professional inspection. Nothing in the Apps or these Terms constitutes legal or medical advice.

4. User Responsibilities

You agree to:

• Use the Apps only for lawful purposes
• Not capture images you do not have the right to photograph
• Not rely on the Apps for medical, legal, or safety‑critical decisions
• Comply with copyright and intellectual property laws
• Ensure your device is functioning correctly and compatible with the Apps

5. Purchases, Subscriptions & Pricing

Free Version

• Displays advertising
• Includes limited features

Subscription Version

• Full features
• No ads
• Renews annually unless cancelled through your app store account
• Prices may change and will apply at the next renewal period

Pro Version

• One‑time purchase
• Full features
• No ads
• Pricing may change at any time

All payments, renewals, cancellations, and refunds are handled by the App Store or Google Play under their respective terms.

6. Accuracy and Reliability

Magnified images may be distorted. Optical character recognition (OCR) may misread text. Text‑to‑speech output may contain errors. You must not rely on the Apps where accuracy or reliability is essential.

7. Device Compatibility

We do not guarantee that the Apps will function on all devices, operating systems, or hardware configurations. Performance may vary depending on device capabilities.

8. Third‑Party Services

The Apps rely on third‑party services including:

• Google ML Kit (on‑device text recognition)
• Google AdMob (advertising in the Free Version)
• Android / iOS text‑to‑speech services
• App Store / Google Play (payments and licensing)

These services operate independently of us. We are not responsible for:

• Their data collection practices
• Their outages or errors
• Their privacy policies
• Their continued availability or accuracy

9. Data Storage & Loss

• Captured images are stored locally on your device.
• Text extracted from images is processed on‑device and not uploaded to our servers.
• We do not store personal data on external servers.
• We are not responsible for any loss, corruption, or deletion of images or data caused by device failure, user action, or third‑party services.

10. Prohibited Use

You must not use the Apps for:

• Illegal activities
• Surveillance, harassment, or stalking
• Fraudulent or deceptive activities
• Capturing images of individuals without consent
• Copyright infringement

11. Modifications, Withdrawal & Support

We may modify, suspend, or discontinue any part of the Apps at any time. We are not obligated to provide updates, maintenance, or ongoing support. We do not guarantee the continued availability of the Apps or any feature of the Apps.

12. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law:

• We are not liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages.
• We are not responsible for errors in magnification, image capture, text recognition, or text‑to‑speech.
• Your sole remedy for dissatisfaction with the Apps is to stop using them.

Nothing in these Terms excludes or limits liability for death or personal injury caused by our negligence, fraud or fraudulent misrepresentation, or any liability that cannot be excluded or limited under applicable law. Where any jurisdiction does not permit the exclusion or limitation of certain warranties or liabilities, such exclusions and limitations shall apply only to the maximum extent permitted by the laws of that jurisdiction.

13. Indemnity

To the fullest extent permitted by law, you are responsible for losses, claims, damages, liabilities, costs, or expenses that arise from your use or misuse of the Apps, your unlawful conduct, or your breach of these Terms.

This clause is not intended to make you responsible for losses caused by our own negligence, breach of contract, fraud, fraudulent misrepresentation, or any liability that cannot lawfully be excluded or restricted under UK law.

14. Severability

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

15. Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and 2 Bears Software Limited regarding your use of the Apps.

16. Force Majeure

We are not liable for failures or delays caused by events outside our reasonable control, including natural disasters, war, internet outages, or third‑party service failures.

17. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

These Terms, and any dispute or claim arising out of or in connection with them, the Apps, or their use, shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of England and Wales.

Subject to any mandatory consumer protection laws applicable in your country of residence that cannot be lawfully excluded or restricted, the courts of England and Wales shall have exclusive jurisdiction to settle any dispute or claim arising out of or in connection with these Terms or the Apps.

Nothing in these Terms limits or restricts your right to bring proceedings in your local courts where such rights cannot be waived or limited under applicable law.

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