SharedDog App: Terms & Conditions (T&Cs)

Effective Date: September 20, 2025

Welcome to SharedDog (“the App”, “we”, “our”, “us”). By accessing or using SharedDog, you (“you”, “the user”) agree to comply with and be bound by these Terms and Conditions (“Terms”). If you do not agree with these Terms, please do not use the App.

1. Purpose of the App

SharedDog is designed to help dog owners and trusted caretakers:

• Coordinate daily tasks (feeding, walking, training, medications, bathroom logs, etc.).
• Share routines, updates, and reminders across multiple devices and users.
• Maintain shared histories and logs of pet care activities.
• Support multiple dog profiles with customizable schedules and notes.

The App is for informational and organizational purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional veterinary advice, diagnosis, or treatment.

2. Eligibility

• You must be at least 16 years old to use SharedDog.
• You must be legally able to enter into binding contracts and comply with local animal welfare laws.
• The App is not intended for children under 13.

3. Accounts and Authentication

3.1 Account Creation

• Accounts are created via email/password or supported social logins (e.g., Google, Facebook).
• Email verification is required, and secure password policies apply.
• Authentication uses industry-standard methods (JWT tokens, secure cookies).

3.2 Security

• You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your login credentials.
• Do not share your credentials with unauthorized users.

3.3 Profile Management

You may create and manage multiple dog profiles, including details such as breed, age, vaccinations, and dietary notes. Owners may invite trusted family, roommates, or partners to share access to a dog’s profile.

4. Service Usage and User Conduct

By using SharedDog, you agree to:

• Provide accurate and up-to-date information about your dogs and routines.
• Use the App responsibly, ensuring pet welfare and compliance with applicable laws.
• Communicate respectfully when using in-app messaging features.
• Avoid misuse of the App (e.g., spamming, reverse engineering, exploiting vulnerabilities, uploading harmful or inappropriate content).

5. Multi-User Access and Sharing

• Dog owners may invite other caretakers via email to share access.
• Owners control permissions and may revoke access at any time.
• Pro-tier users may assign roles (Admin, Editor, Viewer) for advanced collaboration.
• You are responsible for vetting and monitoring those with whom you share access.

6. Subscriptions, Fees, and Monetization

SharedDog operates on a freemium model:

• Free Tier: Limited dog profiles, activities, schedules, and history.
• Premium Tier: Expanded limits, real-time sync, and data export/analytics.
• Pro Tier: Designed for professionals, offering advanced analytics, reporting, and role-based access.

Payments

• Managed via secure providers (e.g., Stripe).
• Sensitive payment details never touch SharedDog servers.
• If you exceed your tier’s limits, additional features will be restricted until you upgrade.

7. Data and Privacy

Your privacy is important to us. Data may include account info, pet profiles, schedules, and logs. Data is stored securely using industry-standard practices (e.g., AWS DynamoDB, encryption at rest and in transit).

All personal data use is governed by our separate Privacy Policy, which you must also agree to.

8. Intellectual Property

SharedDog’s app, logo, design, and content (excluding user-submitted content) are our intellectual property. You may not copy, modify, or distribute our materials without written permission.

9. Limitation of Liability

SharedDog is provided “as is”, without warranties of any kind. We do not guarantee uninterrupted or error-free service. To the maximum extent permitted by law, we are not liable for damages (direct, indirect, incidental, consequential) arising from use of the App. Users remain primarily responsible for their pets’ health, safety, and welfare.

10. Dispute Resolution and Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by the laws of [Jurisdiction Placeholder]. Any disputes will be resolved exclusively in the courts of that jurisdiction.

11. Termination

We may suspend or terminate your account if you:

• Violate these Terms.
• Misuse App features.
• Compromise the safety, welfare, or privacy of others (including pets).

12. Updates to the Terms

We may update these Terms from time to time. Updates will be posted in the App. Continued use after changes means you accept the revised Terms.

13. Contact Us

If you have questions about these Terms, please contact us:
📧 [email protected]