Terms of Use — Minerva
Agreement to Terms
These Terms of Use ("Terms") constitute a legally binding agreement between you ("you" or "User") and Koloko Labs LLC, a Wyoming limited liability company ("we," "our," "us," or "Koloko Labs"), governing your access to and use of the Minerva mobile application (the "App").
By downloading, installing, accessing, or using the App, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree to these Terms, do not use the App.
Eligibility
You must be at least 13 years of age to use the App. By using the App, you represent and warrant that you are at least 13 years old. If you are under 18, you represent that your parent or legal guardian has reviewed and agreed to these Terms on your behalf.
Description of Service
Minerva is a mobile application that provides:
- Daily curated literary quotes from classic and modern literature
- A book discovery experience through thought-provoking passages
- The ability to save favorite quotes
- Daily streak tracking to encourage reading habits
- Customizable visual themes
- iCloud synchronization across your devices
The App is designed for personal, non-commercial use.
License Grant
Subject to your compliance with these Terms, Koloko Labs grants you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to download, install, and use the App on devices you own or control, solely for your personal, non-commercial purposes.
You may not:
- Copy, modify, or distribute the App or any portion thereof
- Reverse engineer, decompile, or disassemble the App
- Rent, lease, lend, sell, or sublicense the App
- Remove, alter, or obscure any proprietary notices in the App
- Use the App for any unlawful purpose
- Circumvent, disable, or interfere with security features of the App
- Use automated systems or software to extract data from the App
Subscription Terms
Subscription Options
Minerva offers optional premium subscriptions ("Minerva Premium") with the following plans:
- Weekly Subscription
- Monthly Subscription
- Yearly Subscription
Subscription prices are displayed in the App and may vary by region and currency.
Billing and Renewal
- Subscriptions are billed through your Apple App Store account
- Payment is charged to your Apple ID account upon confirmation of purchase
- Subscriptions automatically renew unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current billing period
- Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period
- The renewal price will be the same as the original subscription price unless we notify you of a price change
Free Trial
If offered, any free trial period will be forfeited when you purchase a subscription before the trial ends.
Cancellation
- You may cancel your subscription at any time through your Apple ID account settings
- Cancellation takes effect at the end of the current billing period
- You will retain access to premium features until the end of your paid period
- No refunds are provided for partial billing periods
Refunds
All subscription payments are processed by Apple. Refund requests must be submitted to Apple in accordance with their refund policies. We do not have the ability to process refunds directly.
For refund requests, visit: https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT204084
Price Changes
We reserve the right to change subscription prices. Any price changes will apply to subsequent billing periods, not current subscriptions. We will provide notice of price changes through the App or App Store.
Intellectual Property
Our Intellectual Property
The App, including its design, graphics, user interface, code, features, and Minerva name and logo, is owned by Koloko Labs LLC and is protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.
All rights not expressly granted in these Terms are reserved by Koloko Labs.
Literary Content and Fair Use
The App displays quotations from literary works for educational and inspirational purposes. Regarding this content:
- Many quotations are from works in the public domain
- Quotations from copyrighted works are used under the fair use doctrine (17 U.S.C. § 107) for purposes of commentary, education, and criticism
- All quotations are attributed to their original authors and source works
- We do not claim ownership of the literary content of the quotations
- The selection, arrangement, and presentation of quotations is proprietary to Koloko Labs
If you believe any content in the App infringes your copyright, please see the "Copyright Complaints" section below.
Your Content
If you create any content within the App (such as organizing saved quotes), you retain ownership of that content. You grant Koloko Labs a limited license to store and sync that content as necessary to provide the App's functionality.
Copyright Complaints
We respect the intellectual property rights of others. If you believe that any content in the App infringes your copyright, please send a written notice to:
Koloko Labs LLC
Email: [email protected]
Your notice should include:
- A description of the copyrighted work you claim has been infringed
- A description of where the allegedly infringing material is located in the App
- Your contact information (name, address, email, phone number)
- A statement that you have a good faith belief that the use is not authorized by the copyright owner, its agent, or the law
- A statement, under penalty of perjury, that the information in your notice is accurate and that you are the copyright owner or authorized to act on the owner's behalf
- Your physical or electronic signature
We will respond to valid copyright complaints in accordance with applicable law.
User Conduct
You agree to use the App only for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms. You agree not to:
- Use the App in any way that violates any applicable law or regulation
- Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any part of the App or its systems
- Interfere with or disrupt the integrity or performance of the App
- Transmit any malware, viruses, or harmful code
- Use the App to infringe on the rights of others
- Misrepresent your identity or affiliation
- Use the App for any commercial purpose without our written consent
Disclaimers
"As Is" Basis
THE APP IS PROVIDED ON AN "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" BASIS, WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED. TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, KOLOKO LABS DISCLAIMS ALL WARRANTIES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, AND NON-INFRINGEMENT.
Content Accuracy
The literary quotations and attributions in the App are provided for inspirational and educational purposes. While we strive for accuracy:
- We do not guarantee that all quotations are verbatim from original sources
- Translations may vary from other published translations
- Attribution information is provided to the best of our knowledge
- Quotations should not be cited for academic or scholarly purposes without independent verification
Not Professional Advice
The content in the App is for general inspiration and entertainment. It does not constitute professional advice of any kind, including but not limited to mental health, legal, financial, or medical advice. If you need professional assistance, please consult a qualified professional.
Availability
We do not guarantee that the App will be available at all times or that it will be free from errors, bugs, or interruptions. We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue the App at any time without notice.
Limitation of Liability
TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW:
- Cap on Liability: Koloko Labs' total liability to you for all claims arising from or related to the App shall not exceed the amount you paid to us for subscriptions in the twelve (12) months preceding the claim, or fifty dollars ($50), whichever is greater.
- Exclusion of Damages: In no event shall Koloko Labs be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, punitive, or exemplary damages, including but not limited to damages for loss of profits, goodwill, data, or other intangible losses, even if we have been advised of the possibility of such damages.
- Exceptions: Some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of certain warranties or damages. In such jurisdictions, our liability shall be limited to the maximum extent permitted by law.
Indemnification
You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Koloko Labs, its officers, directors, employees, and agents from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, costs, or expenses (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising from:
- Your use of the App
- Your violation of these Terms
- Your violation of any rights of a third party
- Any content you submit or transmit through the App
Termination
By You
You may stop using the App at any time by uninstalling it from your device. Remember to cancel any active subscriptions through your Apple ID settings.
By Us
We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your access to the App at any time, with or without cause, and with or without notice. Reasons for termination may include, but are not limited to:
- Violation of these Terms
- Conduct that we believe is harmful to other users or the App
- Request by law enforcement or government agencies
Effect of Termination
Upon termination:
- Your license to use the App is revoked
- You must uninstall the App from all devices
- Provisions that by their nature should survive termination shall survive, including intellectual property, disclaimers, limitation of liability, and indemnification
Modifications to Terms
We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. We will provide notice of material changes by:
- Posting updated Terms in the App
- Updating the "Last Updated" date at the top of these Terms
- Sending a notification through the App (for significant changes)
Your continued use of the App after any modifications indicates your acceptance of the updated Terms. If you do not agree to the modified Terms, you must stop using the App.
Governing Law and Dispute Resolution
Governing Law
These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Wyoming, United States, without regard to its conflict of law provisions.
Dispute Resolution
Any dispute, controversy, or claim arising out of or relating to these Terms or the App shall be resolved as follows:
- Informal Resolution: Before filing any formal legal action, you agree to contact us at [email protected] and attempt to resolve the dispute informally for at least thirty (30) days.
- Jurisdiction: If informal resolution fails, you agree that any legal action shall be brought exclusively in the state or federal courts located in Wyoming, and you consent to the personal jurisdiction of such courts.
Class Action Waiver
YOU AGREE THAT ANY CLAIMS AGAINST KOLOKO LABS WILL BE BROUGHT SOLELY IN YOUR INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY AND NOT AS A PLAINTIFF OR CLASS MEMBER IN ANY PURPORTED CLASS OR REPRESENTATIVE PROCEEDING.
General Provisions
Entire Agreement
These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and Koloko Labs regarding the App and supersede any prior agreements.
Severability
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.
Waiver
Our failure to enforce any right or provision of these Terms shall not be deemed a waiver of such right or provision.
Assignment
You may not assign or transfer these Terms or your rights hereunder without our prior written consent. We may assign these Terms without restriction.
No Third-Party Beneficiaries
These Terms do not create any third-party beneficiary rights, except as expressly stated herein.
Apple-Specific Terms
If you downloaded the App from the Apple App Store, you acknowledge and agree that:
- These Terms are between you and Koloko Labs, not Apple
- Apple has no obligation to provide maintenance or support for the App
- Apple is not responsible for any product warranties
- Apple is not responsible for addressing any claims relating to the App
- Apple is a third-party beneficiary of these Terms with the right to enforce them
Contact Us
If you have any questions about these Terms, please contact us:
Koloko Labs LLC
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://kolokolabs.com