Terms and Conditions for Mindful Path

Welcome to Mindful Path!

License Agreement & Privacy Policy
PLEASE READ THIS LICENSE AGREEMENT ("AGREEMENT") CAREFULLY BEFORE USING THE MINDFUL PATH APP ("APP"). BY USING THIS APP, YOU ARE AGREEING TO BE BOUND BY THE TERMS OF THIS AGREEMENT. IF YOU DO NOT AGREE TO THE TERMS OF THIS AGREEMENT, DO NOT USE THIS APP.

THIS AGREEMENT COVERS BOTH THE TERMS OF USE AND PRIVACY POLICY.

ACCURATE REPRESENTATION
The Mindful Path App is a platform that provides artificial intelligence-based mentorship. We do not utilize Google data for any undisclosed secondary purpose, and we value transparency in our operation. Our application has no hidden features or actions that could surprise users. We request only your email address from Google which serves as your unique username in our database.

1. LICENSE
The App is licensed, not sold, to you for use only under the terms of this Agreement. This Agreement permits you to use the App for personal, non-commercial use only.

2. USE OF THE APP
You agree to use the App in compliance with all applicable laws, including local laws of the country or region in which you reside or in which you use the App.

2.1 MICROPHONE ACCESS
You agree to let the app have microphone access in order to interact with the application. This is necessary for the AI to provide feedback and mentorship.

3. NO MEDICAL OR PROFESSIONAL ADVICE
The App provides artificial intelligence-based mentorship and is not a replacement for professional mental health services, professional therapy, or professional advice. It should not be used in a crisis or for users contemplating immediate self-harm. The information and advice provided by the App are not intended to be and do not constitute healthcare, medical advice, or any form of professional advice.

3.1 NO EMERGENCY USE  
This App is not intended for use in emergency situations or when immediate professional help is required. If you are experiencing a crisis, please contact local emergency services or qualified health professionals without delay.

4. DATA PROTECTION AND PRIVACY POLICY
The App collects and stores the user's email address and username as provided by Google on account creation. This information is used for account setup and communication purposes only and will not be shared with any third-party entities. The App also collects message data from the chat so the AI can learn about the user and provide better feedback over time. If you wish to delete the AI's memory, this can be done instantly and permanently from your profile page at any time. For your privacy, we do not keep a back up of the AI's memory feature. Once deleted, it is gone forever.

Our privacy policy is accessible within the application from the footer at any time, and we commit to prominently displaying any changes or updates. Users will be timely and contextually informed about any modifications related to data use.

4.1 GDPR Compliance Statement
For users in the European Union, the App complies with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). Users reserve the right to request a copy of the personal data we have collected from them, request corrections to their personal data, delete their personal data, restrict the processing of their personal data, or object to the processing of their personal data. Users can exercise these rights by contacting us at help@mindfulpath.app

Upon account deletion, all stored email address information and user data will be permanently erased from our records, in compliance with the GDPR's "right to be forgotten."

4.1.1 CCPA COMPLIANCE (If Applicable)  
For California residents, we comply with the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA). You have the right to request the categories of personal information collected, the purposes for which it is used, and the categories of third parties with whom it is shared. You may also request that we delete your personal information. To exercise these rights, please contact us at help@mindfulpath.app.

4.2 DATA SECURITY
We take the security of your personal data seriously. All data, including your email address, username, and AI Memory Features, are stored in an encrypted database that is safeguarded on a reputable cloud platform with robust security measures. This ensures that your data remains secure and protected against unauthorized access, breaches, or theft. Ensuring user data security, both during transit and while stored, is paramount to us. Our commitment is demonstrated through advanced encryption methodologies and partnerships with trusted platforms.

Moreover, we recognize and respect your right to data control. At any time, you can access your user profile and choose to delete your saved data. Once deleted, your data will be instantly and permanently removed from our databases, ensuring your privacy and control over your personal information.

4.3 GOOGLE DATA USAGE
Our application uses Google's API Service to access your email address for OAuth login purposes. Here's how we handle this information:

Access: We only access your Google email address when you grant explicit consent during the OAuth login process. This email address is then used as your unique username within our application.
Usage: Your Google email address serves a dual purpose: it facilitates the OAuth login process and acts as a unique identifier for your saved session data or journal entries if you choose to save them.
Storage: If you opt to save your session data or create journal entries, they are stored securely in an SQL database on Heroku servers, associated with your Google email address as the unique key. We use advanced encryption and security measures to ensure the safety and integrity of your data.
Sharing: We uphold your privacy with utmost respect and will not share, sell, or disclose your Google email address or associated data to any third parties under any circumstances.
We are committed to aligning our practices with Google's API Service: User Data Policy and our description of Google user data usage is limited to what's outlined here in our privacy policy.

4.4 PERMISSIONS
Our application only requests the minimum relevant permissions required for its optimal operation. This is done to ensure that users understand the necessity of the data being accessed. We only request your e-mail address from Google which serves are your username.

4.5 COMMITMENT AGAINST DECEPTIVE PRACTICES
We affirm that our application does not deceive users or Google regarding the use of Google API Services. We do not reverse engineer or access any undocumented Google APIs. All provided information about the operating environment of our application is accurate.

4.5 DATA USE LIMITATIONS
We uphold strict data use standards:
Data collected from our users is neither transferred nor sold to third parties, especially not for advertising or lending purposes.
We ensure data is not viewed by humans unless conditions, as set by Google or other regulatory bodies, are met.

4.6 MINIMUM AGE REQUIREMENT  
By using the App, you represent and warrant that you are at least 18 years of age or the age of majority in your jurisdiction, whichever is greater. If you are under this age, you must discontinue use immediately.  


5. NONE CHILD-DIRECTED APP
Our application is not primarily directed at children. Our application was created for adult use.

6. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY
In no event will the app creator be held liable for any damages, including any lost profits, lost savings or other incidental or consequential damages arising from the use of or the inability to use the App, or for any claim by any other party. By using the App, you hereby accept personal responsibility and release the App creator from any form of liability.

6.1 NO WARRANTIES  
THE APP IS PROVIDED ON AN "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" BASIS. TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, THE APP CREATOR AND ITS AFFILIATES DISCLAIM ALL WARRANTIES, WHETHER EXPRESS, IMPLIED, STATUTORY, OR OTHERWISE, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, TITLE, AND NON-INFRINGEMENT.  

7. TERM AND TERMINATION
This Agreement is effective until terminated by you or the App Creator. Your rights under this Agreement will terminate automatically without notice from the App Creator if you fail to comply with any term(s) of this Agreement.

7.1 CHANGES TO THIS AGREEMENT  
We reserve the right to update or modify this Agreement at any time. Any changes will be effective upon posting within the App. Continued use of the App after any such changes constitutes your acceptance of the new terms.  

8. USER CONDUCT
All users of the App are expected to abide by the highest standards of conduct. This includes complying with all local, state, national, and international laws, regulations, and codes of practice applicable to the use of this App. Prohibited behaviors include but are not limited to: -Misrepresentation of personal information. -Harassment, threats, or the promotion of harmful behavior towards others. -Transmitting or uploading malicious software or code. -Any form of unauthorized advertisement or promotion. -Interfering with, disrupting, or attempting to gain unauthorized access to servers or networks connected to the App. -Engaging in any of the prohibited behaviors may result in immediate termination of your access to the App, at our sole discretion, and legal actions if necessary.

8.1 INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY  
All content, features, and functionalities (including, but not limited to, text, graphics, logos, icons, images, audio clips, digital downloads, and data compilations) are the exclusive property of the App creator or its content suppliers and are protected by applicable intellectual property laws. Your use of the App does not grant you any license or right to use any trademark, logo, or service mark displayed within the App without our prior written consent.  

9. INDEMNIFICATION
You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless the App creators, its affiliates, officers, directors, employees, agents, licensors, and suppliers from and against all claims, losses, liabilities, expenses, damages, and costs, including without limitation attorneys' fees, arising from or relating in any way to your use of the App, your conduct related to the App, or any violation of this Agreement, any law, or any rights of any third party.

10. DISPUTE RESOLUTION
Any disputes or disagreements arising out of or related to this Agreement or your use of the App shall be resolved exclusively by binding arbitration. The arbitration shall take place in Orange County, California. Both parties agree to abide by the decision of the arbitrator. Notwithstanding the foregoing, the App creators reserve the right to bring an action in any court of competent jurisdiction in Orange County, California to protect its intellectual property rights or seek injunctive relief.

11. GOVERNING LAW
This Agreement is governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the jurisdiction in which the App Creator is located (United States, California), without regard to its conflict of law principles.

12. BETA TEST
The App is currently in a public beta test phase. This means that while we are excited to offer you early access, you should be aware that the app may experience malfunctions, errors, or other unexpected issues at any time.

Please understand that during this beta phase, the App's design, functionalities, and other features are subject to frequent changes and updates. As we continually strive to improve, there's a possibility that the user's data might be deleted or reset on multiple occasions.

While we regret any inconvenience this might cause, please note that the creator and the development team will not be held responsible for any errors, loss of data, or other issues that may occur during the beta test period. We highly recommend regularly backing up any important data you find valuable (such as journal entries) from The App.

We greatly appreciate your patience, understanding, and feedback during this critical phase, which will help shape the App's final version.