Respite

Terms of Service for Respite

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1. Acceptance of Terms

By downloading, installing, or using Respite (the “App”), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service (“Terms”). If you do not agree to these Terms, do not use the App.

These Terms constitute a legally binding agreement between you (“User,” “you,” or “your”) and MD Sadakat Hussain Fahad (“Developer,” “we,” “us,” or “our”).

2. Description of Service

Respite is a digital wellbeing application designed to help users:

  • Monitor and track their social media and app usage

  • Receive mindful interventions when opening monitored apps

  • Set and track usage goals

  • View detailed usage statistics and analytics

  • Optionally sync data across devices via cloud storage

**Important:**Respite is a self-help tool designed to assist with mindful digital habits. It is not a substitute for professional mental health services or medical advice. If you need help with addiction, anxiety, depression, or other mental health concerns, please consult a qualified healthcare professional.

3. Eligibility

You must be at least 13 years old to use this App. By using the App, you represent and warrant that you:

  • Are at least 13 years of age

  • Have the legal capacity to enter into these Terms

  • Will comply with these Terms and all applicable laws and regulations

If you are under 18, you must have your parent or legal guardian’s permission to use the App.

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, install, and use the App for your personal, non-commercial use on an iPhone or iPad you own or control.

4.2 Restrictions

You agree NOT to:

  • Copy, modify, or create derivative works of the App

  • Reverse engineer, decompile, or disassemble the App

  • Remove, alter, or obscure any proprietary notices on the App

  • Use the App for any commercial purpose or for the benefit of any third party

  • Use the App in any manner that could damage, disable, or impair the App

  • Use any robot, spider, or other automatic device to access the App

  • Circumvent or attempt to circumvent any security features of the App

  • Use the App to violate any applicable laws or regulations

5. User Accounts (Optional)

5.1 Account Creation

The App works fully without an account. If you choose to create an account to enable cloud sync:

  • You sign in with Apple (Sign in with Apple)

  • You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials

  • You are responsible for all activities that occur under your account

  • You must notify us immediately of any unauthorized use of your account

5.2 Account Termination

You may delete your account at any time from within the App (You › Account & backup › Delete account). Upon deletion:

  • All backed-up data will be permanently deleted from our servers, and the App’s access to your Apple ID is revoked

  • Local data on your device will remain until you uninstall the App

  • This action cannot be undone

6. User Conduct and Responsibilities

You agree to:

  • Use the App in accordance with these Terms and all applicable laws

  • Provide accurate information when creating an account (if applicable)

  • Maintain the security of your device and account

  • Not use the App to harm, threaten, or harass others

  • Not attempt to gain unauthorized access to the App or related systems

  • Not use the App to transmit any viruses, malware, or harmful code

7. Permissions

The App asks for these permissions on your iPhone or iPad. By granting them, you consent to their use as described:

  • Screen Time: to pause and lock the apps you choose and count your time in them. The App never sees what you do inside an app.

  • Notifications (optional): for daily reminders, your goals summary and the lock-override prompt.

For details, please see our Privacy Policy.

8. 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 highlights:

  • All usage data is stored locally on your device by default

  • Backup is optional and requires signing in with Apple

  • The App sends no analytics, crash reports or advertising identifiers

  • We do not sell your data to third parties

  • You can delete all your data at any time

9. Intellectual Property Rights

9.1 Ownership

The App and all its content, features, and functionality (including but not limited to all software, code, text, graphics, logos, and designs) are owned by MD Sadakat Hussain Fahad and are protected by international copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

9.2 Third-Party Software

The App uses third-party open-source libraries and SDKs, which are licensed under their respective licenses (such as MIT and the SIL Open Font License).

9.3 Your Data

You retain all rights to your usage data collected by the App. We do not claim ownership of your personal data.

10. Third-Party Services

The App relies on these third-party services:

  • Apple (Screen Time, Sign in with Apple if you choose it, and the App Store)

  • Cloudflare (our server for backup and account data)

Your use of these third-party services is subject to their respective terms of service and privacy policies. We are not responsible for the practices of these third parties.

11. Updates and Modifications

We may update the App from time to time to:

  • Add new features or improve existing ones

  • Fix bugs and improve performance

  • Ensure compatibility with new iOS and iPadOS versions

  • Comply with legal requirements

Updates may be automatic or require your manual action. We recommend keeping the App updated to the latest version for the best experience and security.

12. Disclaimers and Warranties

12.1 “As Is” and “As Available” 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, we disclaim all warranties, express or implied, including but not limited to:

  • Warranties of merchantability

  • Fitness for a particular purpose

  • Non-infringement

  • Accuracy, reliability, or completeness of content

  • That the App will be uninterrupted, secure, or error-free

  • That defects will be corrected

12.2 No Medical Advice

Respite is not a medical device and does not provide medical advice. The App:

  • Is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease or condition

  • Is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment

  • Should not be relied upon for health-related decisions

Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or mental health concern.

12.3 No Guarantee of Results

While Respite is designed to help you build mindful digital habits, we do not guarantee:

  • That you will achieve your usage goals

  • That the App will prevent compulsive app usage

  • Any specific results or outcomes

Individual results may vary based on personal commitment and circumstances.

13. Limitation of Liability

**TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, IN NO EVENT SHALL MD SADAKAT HUSSAIN FAHAD BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO LOSS OF PROFITS, DATA, USE, OR OTHER INTANGIBLE LOSSES, ARISING OUT OF OR RELATED TO YOUR USE OR INABILITY TO USE THE APP.**This includes liability for:

  • Any errors or omissions in the App

  • Any interruption or cessation of the App

  • Any viruses or malicious code transmitted through the App

  • Any loss or damage to your data

  • Any bugs, errors, or defects in the App

  • Any unauthorized access to your account or data

In jurisdictions that do not allow the exclusion or limitation of liability, our liability shall be limited to the maximum extent permitted by law.

**Maximum Liability:**In no event shall our total liability to you for all damages, losses, and causes of action exceed the amount you paid for the App (which is zero for a free app).

14. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless MD Sadakat Hussain Fahad (publishing as Intently) and our affiliates, officers, employees, and agents from and against any and all claims, damages, losses, costs, and expenses (including reasonable attorneys’ fees) arising from:

  • Your use or misuse of the App

  • Your violation of these Terms

  • Your violation of any rights of another party

  • Your violation of any applicable laws or regulations

15. Termination

15.1 By You

You may terminate your use of the App at any time by:

  • Deleting your account (if you have one) from the Account screen

  • Uninstalling the App from your device

15.2 By Us

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your access to the App at any time, with or without notice, if:

  • You violate these Terms

  • You engage in fraudulent or illegal activities

  • We need to comply with legal requirements

  • We discontinue the App

15.3 Effect of Termination

Upon termination:

  • Your license to use the App will immediately cease

  • You must delete the App from all your devices

  • Sections that by their nature should survive termination will remain in effect (including intellectual property rights, disclaimers, limitations of liability, and dispute resolution)

16. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

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

Any disputes arising from these Terms or your use of the App shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts located in Bangladesh.

17. Dispute Resolution

17.1 Informal Resolution

Before filing any formal claim, you agree to first contact us at support@liveintently.appto attempt to resolve the dispute informally. We will make a good faith effort to resolve the dispute within 30 days.

17.2 Binding Arbitration

If we cannot resolve the dispute informally, any claim or dispute shall be resolved by binding arbitration in accordance with the rules of the Bangladesh Arbitration Association, rather than in court.

17.3 Class Action Waiver

You agree that any arbitration or proceeding shall be limited to the dispute between you and us individually. You waive any right to participate in a class action lawsuit or class-wide arbitration.

18. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable or invalid by a court of competent jurisdiction, that provision shall be limited or eliminated to the minimum extent necessary so that these Terms shall otherwise remain in full force and effect.

19. Waiver

Our failure to enforce any right or provision of these Terms will not be deemed a waiver of such right or provision. Any waiver of any provision of these Terms will be effective only if in writing and signed by us.

20. Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and us regarding the use of the App and supersede all prior and contemporaneous agreements, proposals, or representations, written or oral, concerning its subject matter.

21. Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. We will notify you of any changes by:

  • Updating the “Last Updated” date at the top of this page

  • Posting a notice in the App

  • Sending you an email notification (if you have an account)

Your continued use of the App after any such changes constitutes your acceptance of the new Terms. If you do not agree to the modified Terms, you must stop using the App.

22. Contact Information

If you have any questions about these Terms, please contact us:

**Developer:**MD Sadakat Hussain Fahad (publishing as Intently)

**Email:**support@liveintently.app

**Response Time:**Within 48 hours

23. Apple App Store Terms

You downloaded the App from Apple’s App Store, and you acknowledge that:

  • These Terms are between you and us, not with Apple, and we, not Apple, are solely responsible for the App and its content

  • Your license to use the App is limited to using it on Apple-branded products you own or control, as permitted by the Usage Rules in the Apple Media Services Terms and Conditions

  • Apple has no obligation to furnish any maintenance and support services for the App

  • If the App fails to conform to any applicable warranty, you may notify Apple, and Apple will refund the purchase price (if any); to the maximum extent permitted by law, Apple has no other warranty obligation with respect to the App

  • We, not Apple, are responsible for addressing any claims by you or a third party relating to the App or your use of it, including product liability claims, claims that the App fails to conform to any legal or regulatory requirement, and claims arising under consumer protection, privacy or similar legislation

  • In the event of any third-party claim that the App or your use of it infringes that third party’s intellectual property rights, we, not Apple, are solely responsible for the investigation, defence, settlement and discharge of that claim

  • You represent that you are not located in a country subject to a U.S. Government embargo or designated as a “terrorist supporting” country, and that you are not on any U.S. Government list of prohibited or restricted parties

  • Apple and its subsidiaries are third-party beneficiaries of these Terms, and upon your acceptance of them, Apple will have the right to enforce these Terms against you as a third-party beneficiary

Acknowledgment: By using Respite, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service and our Privacy Policy.