By accessing, downloading, installing, or using MealScribe ("the App," "our App," "we," "us," or "our"), you accept and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service ("Terms"). If you do not agree to these Terms, you must not use the App.
These Terms constitute a legally binding agreement between you and MealScribe. By using the App, you represent that you have the legal capacity to enter into this agreement. If you are using the App on behalf of an organization, you represent that you have authority to bind that organization to these Terms.
MealScribe is a mobile application that provides personalized meal planning, recipe management, ingredient tracking, grocery list management, and related services. The App includes AI-powered features for recipe generation, recipe extraction, ingredient detection, meal planning, and recipe image generation.
The App is designed for meal-related use only, including:
AI-powered features are subject to usage limits that vary by subscription tier. Usage is tracked per subscription period to enforce these limits. Current usage information and limits are displayed in the App and are subject to change at any time.
The service is provided "as is" and we reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue the service or any part thereof at any time without notice.
The App includes integration with Instacart for creating shopping lists. When you use this feature, ingredient names, units, and quantities are sent to Instacart to generate a shopping list. You will be redirected to the Instacart app or website to complete your order. Your use of Instacart is subject to Instacart's terms of service and privacy policy.
To use the App, you must meet the following requirements:
If you are a parent or guardian and you become aware that your child under the applicable age threshold has provided us with information, please contact us immediately at support@mealscribe.app.
You retain ownership of any content you create, upload, share, or submit through the App ("User Content"). However, you represent and warrant that:
When sharing content from external sources (websites, social media platforms, YouTube, etc.), you must comply with all applicable third-party terms of service, including but not limited to:
You are solely responsible for ensuring your compliance with third-party terms when using our content extraction features.
By submitting User Content, you grant us a limited, non-exclusive, royalty-free, worldwide license to:
This license is limited to the purpose of providing our services and does not grant us ownership of your content.
AI-generated content (recipes, images, meal plans, etc.) created through our App is provided for your personal use. You may use such content for personal, non-commercial purposes. We do not claim ownership of AI-generated content created for you, but such content may be subject to the terms and conditions of the third-party AI service providers we use.
The App is designed exclusively for meal-related use, including recipe management, meal planning, ingredient tracking, and grocery list management. You agree to use the App only for its intended purpose.
You agree not to:
If you encounter offensive or inappropriate AI-generated content, you may report it through the App's content reporting feature. We reserve the right to review and take appropriate action regarding reported content.
You are personally responsible for reviewing and validating all AI-generated content before use. AI-generated recipes, meal plans, and other content may contain errors, inaccuracies, or may not meet your specific requirements. You must exercise your own judgment and discretion when using AI-generated content.
You are solely responsible for managing your own allergies, dietary restrictions, and health considerations. If AI-generated content includes ingredients, allergens, or components that are problematic for you, it is your responsibility to:
We are not responsible for any health issues, allergic reactions, or adverse effects arising from your use of AI-generated content.
You should review and modify AI-generated recipes, meal plans, and other content as needed to meet your personal requirements, dietary restrictions, preferences, and health considerations. The App provides editing capabilities for this purpose.
The App and its content are not a substitute for professional medical, nutritional, or dietary advice. You should consult qualified healthcare professionals, registered dietitians, or nutritionists for:
Do not rely solely on the App or AI-generated content for making health or medical decisions.
All extractions, generations, AI-generated content, and services are provided "as is" and "as available" without warranties of any kind, either express or implied, including but not limited to warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, or non-infringement.
While we strive to provide accurate and complete information, we make no guarantees regarding:
The service does not guarantee that:
We do not guarantee uninterrupted service. The App may be unavailable due to:
AI technology has inherent limitations and may produce:
You acknowledge and accept these limitations when using AI-powered features.
To the maximum extent permitted by applicable law, our total liability to you for any claims arising out of or relating to your use of the App shall not exceed the amount you paid to us for the service in the preceding 12 months, or $100, whichever is greater.
To the maximum extent permitted by applicable law, we shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, including but not limited to:
We expressly disclaim all liability for:
You assume all risks associated with using AI-generated content for meal planning and recipe preparation.
Some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion of certain warranties or the limitation of liability for incidental or consequential damages. In such jurisdictions, our liability shall be limited to the maximum extent permitted by law.
You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless MealScribe, its officers, directors, employees, agents, licensors, and affiliates from and against any and all claims, damages, obligations, losses, liabilities, costs, or debt, and expenses (including but not limited to attorney's fees) arising from:
Subscriptions are managed through:
Subscriptions renew automatically at the end of each subscription period unless:
You are responsible for managing your subscription through your respective app store settings.
You can cancel your subscription at any time through:
Cancellation will take effect at the end of your current billing period. You will continue to have access to subscription features until the end of the paid period.
You can restore previous purchases across devices through the App's purchase restoration feature, subject to the policies of Google Play Store and Apple App Store.
To ensure the security and integrity of our services, the App implements the following security measures:
Note: Device attestation and authentication requirements are security measures designed to protect both you and our services. These measures do not collect personal information beyond what is necessary for security verification. For more information about our security practices, please review our Privacy Policy.
AI-powered features in the App are subject to usage limits that vary by subscription tier. We track your usage of AI-powered features to enforce these subscription-based limits.
To view your current usage information and limits, please check the App. Usage tracking is necessary for providing subscription services with usage limits and managing subscription periods. For more information about how usage data is collected and used, please review our Privacy Policy.
Our refund policy is as follows:
For refund requests, please contact Google Play Store or Apple App Store support directly, as they handle payment processing and refunds for in-app purchases.
You may stop using the App and delete your data at any time by:
We may terminate or suspend your access to the App immediately, without prior notice, for any reason, including but not limited to:
Upon termination:
We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. We will notify you of material changes by:
Your continued use of the App after such changes constitutes acceptance of the modified Terms. If you do not agree with the modified Terms, you must stop using the App and may request deletion of your data as described in Section 12.1.
Before initiating any formal legal proceedings, you agree to attempt to resolve disputes informally by contacting us at support@mealscribe.app. We will make good faith efforts to resolve any disputes within 30 days of receiving your notice.
These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the United States, without regard to its conflict of law provisions. For users in the European Union, applicable EU consumer protection laws may also apply.
Any disputes arising out of or relating to these Terms or the App shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts located in the United States, except where prohibited by applicable law. For users in the European Union, you may also have the right to bring proceedings in your country of residence.
To the maximum extent permitted by applicable law, you agree that any disputes will be resolved on an individual basis and waive any right to participate in class actions, collective actions, or representative proceedings.
The App and its original content, features, functionality, design, logos, trademarks, and other intellectual property are and will remain the exclusive property of MealScribe and its licensors. The App is protected by copyright, trademark, patent, trade secret, and other intellectual property laws.
You may not:
Your use of the App is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which explains how we collect, use, and protect your information. Please review our Privacy Policy to understand our data practices. By using the App, you consent to the collection and use of your information as described in the Privacy Policy.
Our App is distributed through Google Play Store and Apple App Store. These Terms comply with:
In the event of any conflict between these Terms and the policies of Google Play Store or Apple App Store, the platform policies shall govern to the extent required by the platform.
If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable or invalid, that provision shall be limited or eliminated to the minimum extent necessary, and the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.
These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and MealScribe regarding your use of the App and supersede all prior agreements and understandings.
Our failure to enforce any right or provision of these Terms shall not constitute a waiver of such right or provision. Any waiver must be in writing and signed by an authorized representative of MealScribe.
You may not assign or transfer these Terms or your rights hereunder without our prior written consent. We may assign or transfer these Terms or our rights and obligations hereunder without restriction.
We shall not be liable for any failure or delay in performance under these Terms due to circumstances beyond our reasonable control, including but not limited to natural disasters, war, terrorism, labor disputes, internet or telecommunications failures, or government actions.
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding these Terms of Service, please contact us: