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Terms of Service

Please read these terms carefully before using TipCalculate

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Acceptance of Terms Definitions Eligibility License Grant User Accounts Premium Subscriptions User Content Prohibited Uses API Usage Intellectual Property Disclaimers Limitation of Liability Indemnification Termination Dispute Resolution General Provisions Contact Us
Effective Date: January 27, 2026 | Last Updated: January 27, 2026

Welcome to TipCalculate. By downloading, installing, or using the TipCalculate mobile application or accessing our website and services, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service ("Terms"). If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use our Service.

Summary: By using TipCalculate, you agree to these terms. The app is for calculating tips and splitting bills. Premium features require a subscription. We're not responsible for incorrect calculations or financial decisions.

1. Acceptance of Terms

These Terms of Service constitute a legally binding agreement between you ("User," "you," or "your") and Justin Heintz ("Company," "we," "us," or "our") governing your access to and use of:

  • The TipCalculate mobile application (the "App")
  • The TipCalculate website at tipcalculateapp.com (the "Website")
  • Any related services, features, and content (collectively, the "Service")

By accessing or using the Service, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms and our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated herein by reference.

2. Definitions

"App"
The TipCalculate mobile application available on iOS and Android platforms.
"Content"
All text, graphics, images, software, audio, and other materials available through the Service.
"Premium Features"
Additional functionality available to users who purchase a Premium subscription, including but not limited to ad-free experience, tip history, cloud sync, and custom themes.
"User Content"
Any data, information, or content that you input, upload, or store through the Service, including tip history, notes, and preferences.
"API"
The Application Programming Interface that allows developers to programmatically interact with TipCalculate services.

3. Eligibility

3.1 Age Requirements

You must be at least 13 years old (or 16 years old in the European Economic Area) to use the Service. If you are under the age of 18 (or the legal age of majority in your jurisdiction), you may only use the Service with the consent and supervision of a parent or legal guardian who agrees to be bound by these Terms.

3.2 Account Responsibility

If you create an account on behalf of a company, organization, or other entity, you represent and warrant that you have the authority to bind that entity to these Terms.

3.3 Compliance

You agree to comply with all applicable laws and regulations in your use of the Service. You may not use the Service if you are prohibited from doing so under applicable law.

4. License Grant

4.1 Limited License

Subject to your compliance with these Terms, we grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to:

  • Download and install the App on devices that you own or control
  • Access and use the Service for your personal, non-commercial purposes

4.2 License Restrictions

You may not:

  • Copy, modify, or distribute the App or any Content
  • Reverse engineer, decompile, or disassemble the App
  • Rent, lease, lend, sell, or sublicense the App or Service
  • Use the Service for any commercial purpose without our written consent
  • Remove, alter, or obscure any copyright, trademark, or other proprietary notices
  • Use automated systems (bots, scrapers) to access the Service
  • Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems or other users' accounts

5. User Accounts

5.1 Account Creation

Some features of the Service require you to create an account. You may create an account using:

  • Google Sign-In
  • Apple Sign-In (iOS)
  • Email and password

5.2 Account Security

You are responsible for:

  • Maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials
  • All activities that occur under your account
  • Notifying us immediately of any unauthorized access or use

5.3 Account Information

You agree to provide accurate, current, and complete information when creating your account and to update such information to keep it accurate, current, and complete.

5.4 Account Termination

You may delete your account at any time through the App settings or by visiting tipcalculateapp.com/account/delete. We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your account if you violate these Terms.

6. Premium Subscriptions

6.1 Subscription Plans

TipCalculate offers Premium subscriptions that provide access to additional features. Subscription options and pricing are displayed within the App.

6.2 Billing

  • Payment will be charged to your Apple App Store or Google Play Store account at confirmation of purchase
  • Prices are displayed in your local currency and include applicable taxes
  • We reserve the right to change subscription prices with reasonable notice

6.3 Auto-Renewal

Important: Subscriptions automatically renew unless auto-renewal is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period.

6.4 Managing Subscriptions

You can manage or cancel your subscription at any time through:

  • iOS: Settings > [Your Name] > Subscriptions > TipCalculate
  • Android: Google Play Store > Menu > Subscriptions > TipCalculate

6.5 Refunds

Refund requests are handled by Apple or Google according to their respective refund policies:

  • Apple App Store Refund Policy
  • Google Play Refund Policy

No refunds will be provided for partial subscription periods or unused Premium features.

6.6 Free Trials

We may offer free trial periods for Premium subscriptions. If you do not cancel before the trial ends, your subscription will automatically convert to a paid subscription.

6.7 Restoring Purchases

If you have previously purchased Premium and need to restore your purchase (e.g., on a new device), go to Settings > Restore Purchases in the App. You must be signed into the same Apple ID or Google account used for the original purchase.

7. User Content

7.1 Ownership

You retain all ownership rights to User Content you create or input into the Service (tip history, notes, preferences, etc.).

7.2 License to Us

By using the Service, you grant us a limited license to store, process, and transmit your User Content solely for the purpose of providing the Service to you (e.g., cloud sync, displaying your tip history).

7.3 Backup Responsibility

While we take reasonable measures to protect your data, you are responsible for maintaining your own backups of User Content. We are not liable for any loss or corruption of User Content.

7.4 Content Standards

You agree not to input, upload, or transmit any User Content that:

  • Is unlawful, harmful, threatening, abusive, or defamatory
  • Infringes any intellectual property or other rights of any party
  • Contains viruses, malware, or other harmful code
  • Violates any applicable laws or regulations

8. Prohibited Uses

You agree not to use the Service to:

  • Violate any applicable laws, regulations, or third-party rights
  • Engage in fraudulent, deceptive, or misleading activities
  • Interfere with or disrupt the Service or servers
  • Attempt to probe, scan, or test the vulnerability of the Service
  • Circumvent any security features or access controls
  • Collect or harvest user information without authorization
  • Use the Service to send spam, chain letters, or unsolicited communications
  • Impersonate any person or entity
  • Use the Service for any illegal or unauthorized purpose
  • Encourage or enable any other individual to do any of the foregoing

9. API Usage

9.1 API Access

We may provide an API that allows developers to programmatically interact with certain TipCalculate services. Access to the API requires an API key and is subject to additional terms.

9.2 API Terms

If you use the TipCalculate API, you agree to:

  • Keep your API key confidential and not share it with unauthorized parties
  • Use the API only for lawful purposes and in compliance with these Terms
  • Not exceed any rate limits or usage quotas we may establish
  • Not use the API in any way that could damage, disable, or impair the Service
  • Attribute TipCalculate appropriately if displaying data from the API

9.3 API Changes

We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue the API at any time without notice. We are not liable for any damages resulting from API changes or discontinuation.

10. Intellectual Property

10.1 Our Intellectual Property

The Service and its entire contents, features, and functionality (including but not limited to all information, software, text, displays, images, video, audio, design, selection, and arrangement) are owned by Justin Heintz, its licensors, or other providers and are protected by United States and international copyright, trademark, patent, trade secret, and other intellectual property laws.

10.2 Trademarks

"TipCalculate," the TipCalculate logo, and all related names, logos, product and service names, designs, and slogans are trademarks of Justin Heintz or its affiliates. You may not use such marks without our prior written permission.

10.3 Feedback

If you provide us with feedback, suggestions, or ideas about the Service ("Feedback"), you grant us a non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free, perpetual license to use, modify, and incorporate such Feedback into the Service without compensation or attribution to you.

11. Disclaimers

Important: Please read this section carefully. It limits our obligations and your rights.

11.1 "As Is" Basis

THE SERVICE IS PROVIDED ON AN "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" BASIS, WITHOUT ANY WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, NON-INFRINGEMENT, OR COURSE OF PERFORMANCE.

11.2 No Guarantee of Accuracy

We do not warrant that:

  • The Service will function uninterrupted, secure, or error-free
  • Calculations performed by the App will be 100% accurate in all circumstances
  • The results from using the Service will meet your requirements
  • Any errors in the Service will be corrected

11.3 Financial Decisions

TipCalculate is a calculator tool intended for convenience only. You are solely responsible for verifying all calculations and making your own financial decisions. We are not financial advisors and do not provide financial advice.

11.4 Third-Party Services

The Service may contain links to or integrate with third-party websites, services, or content. We do not control, endorse, or assume responsibility for any third-party content or services.

12. Limitation of Liability

12.1 Exclusion of Damages

TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, IN NO EVENT SHALL JUSTIN HEINTZ, ITS AFFILIATES, LICENSORS, OR SERVICE PROVIDERS BE LIABLE FOR ANY:

  • Indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages
  • Loss of profits, revenue, data, or business opportunities
  • Personal injury or property damage related to your use of the Service
  • Unauthorized access to or alteration of your data
  • Conduct of any third party on the Service
  • Any other damages arising from your use or inability to use the Service

12.2 Liability Cap

IN NO EVENT SHALL OUR TOTAL LIABILITY TO YOU FOR ALL CLAIMS ARISING FROM OR RELATED TO THE SERVICE EXCEED THE GREATER OF (A) THE AMOUNT YOU PAID US IN THE TWELVE (12) MONTHS PRECEDING THE CLAIM OR (B) ONE HUNDRED DOLLARS ($100).

12.3 Basis of the Bargain

THE LIMITATIONS IN THIS SECTION APPLY REGARDLESS OF THE LEGAL THEORY ON WHICH THE CLAIM IS BASED AND EVEN IF WE HAVE BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. SOME JURISDICTIONS DO NOT ALLOW CERTAIN LIMITATIONS, SO SOME OF THESE LIMITATIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.

13. Indemnification

You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless Justin Heintz, its affiliates, licensors, and service providers, and their respective officers, directors, employees, contractors, agents, licensors, suppliers, successors, and assigns from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, judgments, awards, losses, costs, expenses, or fees (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising out of or relating to:

  • Your violation of these Terms
  • Your use of the Service
  • Your User Content
  • Your violation of any rights of another party
  • Your violation of any applicable laws or regulations

14. Termination

14.1 Termination by You

You may stop using the Service and delete your account at any time. Deleting the App or your account does not automatically cancel any active subscriptions; you must cancel subscriptions separately through the App Store or Google Play.

14.2 Termination by Us

We may suspend or terminate your access to the Service at any time, without prior notice or liability, for any reason, including if you breach these Terms. Upon termination:

  • Your license to use the Service immediately terminates
  • You must cease all use of the Service
  • We may delete your account and User Content

14.3 Survival

Sections regarding intellectual property, disclaimers, limitation of liability, indemnification, and dispute resolution shall survive termination of these Terms.

15. Dispute Resolution

15.1 Informal Resolution

Before filing a formal legal claim, you agree to first contact us at support@justinheintz.me to attempt to resolve the dispute informally. We will attempt to resolve the dispute within 30 days.

15.2 Binding Arbitration

If we cannot resolve the dispute informally, you and Justin Heintz agree that any dispute, claim, or controversy arising out of or relating to these Terms or the Service shall be resolved by binding arbitration, rather than in court, except that either party may seek equitable relief in court for infringement of intellectual property rights.

15.3 Arbitration Rules

  • Arbitration shall be conducted by a single arbitrator in accordance with the rules of the American Arbitration Association (AAA)
  • The arbitration shall take place in the United States
  • The arbitrator's decision shall be final and binding
  • Judgment on the award may be entered in any court of competent jurisdiction

15.4 Class Action Waiver

Class Action Waiver: YOU AND JUSTIN HEINTZ AGREE THAT EACH MAY BRING CLAIMS AGAINST THE OTHER ONLY IN YOUR OR ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY, AND NOT AS A PLAINTIFF OR CLASS MEMBER IN ANY PURPORTED CLASS OR REPRESENTATIVE PROCEEDING.

15.5 Exceptions

Notwithstanding the above, either party may bring an individual action in small claims court for disputes within the court's jurisdiction.

16. General Provisions

16.1 Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Arizona, United States, without regard to its conflict of law provisions.

16.2 Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. If we make material changes, we will notify you by:

  • Posting the updated Terms on this page with a new "Last Updated" date
  • Providing notice through the App or via email

Your continued use of the Service after changes become effective constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.

16.3 Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with the Privacy Policy and any other agreements expressly incorporated by reference, constitute the entire agreement between you and us regarding the Service.

16.4 Severability

If any provision of these Terms is held to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.

16.5 Waiver

Our failure to enforce any right or provision of these Terms shall not be deemed a waiver of such right or provision.

16.6 Assignment

You may not assign or transfer these Terms or your rights hereunder without our prior written consent. We may assign our rights and obligations under these Terms without restriction.

16.7 Force Majeure

We shall not be liable for any failure or delay in performance due to circumstances beyond our reasonable control, including but not limited to natural disasters, war, terrorism, riots, embargoes, acts of civil or military authorities, fire, floods, accidents, strikes, or shortages of transportation, facilities, fuel, energy, labor, or materials.

16.8 No Third-Party Beneficiaries

These Terms do not create any third-party beneficiary rights.

16.9 Headings

The section headings in these Terms are for convenience only and have no legal or contractual effect.

17. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or feedback regarding these Terms of Service, please contact us:

  • Email: support@justinheintz.me
  • Website: tipcalculateapp.com/help/contact

We will respond to your inquiry as soon as reasonably possible.

Thank you for using TipCalculate! We appreciate your trust in our Service and are committed to providing you with a great experience.

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