1. Acceptance of Terms

Welcome to GoBible! These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your use of the GoBible mobile application and related services (collectively, the "Service") operated by the GoBible team ("we," "us," or "our").

By downloading, installing, or using our Service, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you disagree with any part of these terms, then you may not access the Service.

Eligibility

• You must be at least 13 years old to use GoBible
• Users under 18 should have parental supervision
• You must provide accurate and complete information when creating an account
• You are responsible for maintaining the security of your account

2. Description of Service

What GoBible Offers

GoBible is a modern Bible application that provides:

• Bible Reading - Access to various Bible translations and versions
• Study Tools - Note-taking, bookmarking, and highlighting features
• AI-Powered Study - Interactive Bible study assistance with topic discovery and verse insights
• Progress Tracking - Reading plans and progress monitoring
• Community Features - Leaderboards, rankings, and shared discoveries
• Verse Analytics - Deep insights into Bible verses and their connections
• Premium Features - Advanced AI capabilities, unlimited topics, priority support
• Synchronization - Access your data across multiple devices

Service Availability

We strive to provide continuous service availability, but we cannot guarantee:

• Uninterrupted access to the Service
• Error-free operation
• Availability during maintenance periods
• Compatibility with all devices or operating systems

3. User Accounts and Responsibilities

Account Creation

• You may create an account using email, Google, or Apple authentication
• You must provide accurate, current, and complete information
• You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account
• You must notify us immediately of any unauthorized use of your account

User Conduct

You agree not to:

• Use the Service for any unlawful purpose or in violation of any laws
• Share inappropriate, offensive, or harmful content
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to other users' accounts
• Reverse engineer, decompile, or disassemble the application
• Use automated scripts or bots to access the Service
• Interfere with or disrupt the Service or servers
• Violate any applicable intellectual property rights

Content Guidelines

When sharing notes, comments, or other content:

• Keep content respectful and appropriate for all audiences
• Respect different theological perspectives and beliefs
• Do not share copyrighted material without permission
• Report inappropriate content to our support team

4. Intellectual Property Rights

GoBible Intellectual Property

The GoBible application, including its design, features, and underlying technology, is protected by intellectual property laws. We retain all rights to:

• The GoBible application and its source code
• Our logos, trademarks, and branding
• Original features and functionality we develop
• User interface designs and user experience elements

Bible Content

Bible translations and texts available in GoBible:

• Are sourced from public domain or licensed sources
• May be subject to specific copyright restrictions
• Are provided for personal, non-commercial use
• Cannot be redistributed without proper authorization

AI-Generated Content

Content generated by our AI features:

• Is provided for educational and spiritual purposes
• Should be verified against Scripture for theological accuracy
• May not be used for commercial purposes without permission
• Is generated based on biblical context and scholarly sources

User-Generated Content

Content you create (notes, highlights, comments):

• Remains your intellectual property
• May be used by us to improve the Service (in aggregate, anonymized form)
• Should not infringe on others' intellectual property rights
• Can be deleted by you at any time

5. Privacy and Data Protection

Your privacy is important to us. Our collection, use, and protection of your personal information is governed by our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated into these Terms by reference.

Key privacy commitments:

• We do not sell your personal information to third parties
• Your data is encrypted and securely stored
• You can access, modify, or delete your data at any time
• We are transparent about our data practices

6. Subscription and Payment Terms

Free Tier

GoBible offers a generous free tier including:

• Full Bible reading access
• Basic note-taking and bookmarking
• Limited AI-powered features
• Community participation
• Cross-device synchronization

Premium Subscription

GoBible Premium unlocks advanced features:

• Unlimited AI Topics - Explore unlimited Bible topics with AI
• Advanced Analytics - Deep verse insights and connections
• Priority Support - Fast response times for support requests
• Early Access - Be first to try new features
• Enhanced AI Models - Access to more powerful AI capabilities

Billing and Payments

• Payments are processed securely through Stripe
• Subscriptions automatically renew unless cancelled
• Cancel anytime - access continues until period ends
• No refunds for partial subscription periods
• Pricing may vary by region and currency

Payment Security

We never store credit card information. All payment processing is handled by Stripe, a PCI-compliant payment processor. Your financial information is encrypted and secure.

7. Disclaimers and Limitations of Liability

Service Disclaimers

GoBible is provided "as is" and "as available" without warranties of any kind, either express or implied. We do not warrant that:

• The Service will be uninterrupted or error-free
• All information provided is accurate or complete
• The Service will meet your specific requirements
• Any defects will be corrected promptly

Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, we shall not be liable for:

• Any indirect, incidental, or consequential damages
• Loss of data, profits, or business opportunities
• Damages resulting from unauthorized access to your account
• Any amount exceeding the fees paid by you (if any) in the 12 months preceding the claim

Content Accuracy

While we strive for accuracy in all Bible translations and study materials:

• We recommend consulting multiple sources for serious theological study
• Different translations may vary in interpretation
• AI-generated content should be verified with traditional study resources
• We are not responsible for theological interpretations or decisions based on app content

8. Termination

Termination by You

You may terminate your account at any time by:

• Using the account deletion feature in the app
• Contacting our support team
• Simply ceasing to use the Service

Termination by Us

We may terminate or suspend your account immediately if:

• You violate these Terms of Service
• You engage in fraudulent or illegal activities
• Your account remains inactive for an extended period
• We are required to do so by law

Effect of Termination

Upon termination:

• Your access to the Service will cease immediately
• Your data will be deleted according to our Privacy Policy
• These Terms will remain in effect for any past use of the Service
• You may lose access to any content or data stored in the app

9. Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. When we make changes:

• We will provide at least 30 days notice of material changes
• We will update the "Last Updated" date
• We will notify you through the app or email
• Continued use of the Service constitutes acceptance of new terms

If you do not agree to the modified terms, you must discontinue use of the Service.

10. Third-Party Services

Service Integrations

GoBible integrates with third-party services that have their own terms:

• Stripe - Payment processing (Stripe Terms)
• OpenAI - AI features (OpenAI Terms)
• Supabase - Backend services (Supabase Terms)
• Google/Apple - Authentication services

Third-Party Liability

We are not responsible for:

• Third-party service outages or changes
• Data handling by third-party services (see Privacy Policy)
• Changes to third-party terms or pricing

11. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution

Governing Law

These Terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the jurisdiction where the GoBible team operates, without regard to conflict of law principles.

Dispute Resolution

For any disputes arising from these Terms or your use of the Service:

• We encourage first contacting our support team to resolve issues
• Mediation may be pursued for more complex disputes
• Any legal proceedings will be conducted in the appropriate jurisdiction
• Class action lawsuits are waived to the extent permitted by law

12. Miscellaneous

Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable, the remaining provisions will continue in full force and effect.

Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and GoBible regarding the Service.

No Waiver

Our failure to enforce any right or provision of these Terms will not constitute a waiver of such right or provision.

Assignment

You may not assign or transfer these Terms without our written consent. We may assign these Terms without restriction.