Terms of Service
Last updated: December 15, 2025
1. Acceptance of Terms
By accessing or using RhinoPals ("the Service"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service ("Terms"). If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use the Service.
2. Description of Service
RhinoPals is an accountability and habit tracking platform that allows users to:
- Create and track personal challenges and goals
- Log time spent on activities
- Connect with accountability partners ("Pals")
- Earn badges and achievements
- Share progress with others
3. User Accounts
To use certain features of the Service, you must create an account. You agree to:
- Provide accurate and complete information during registration
- Maintain the security of your account credentials
- Notify us immediately of any unauthorized access to your account
- Be responsible for all activities that occur under your account
You may register using your email address or through Google authentication. We reserve the right to suspend or terminate accounts that violate these Terms.
4. User Conduct
You agree not to:
- Use the Service for any unlawful purpose
- Harass, abuse, or harm other users
- Post or share content that is offensive, defamatory, or violates others' rights
- Attempt to gain unauthorized access to the Service or other users' accounts
- Use automated systems (bots, scrapers) to access the Service
- Interfere with or disrupt the Service's operation
5. User Content
You retain ownership of content you create on the Service (challenge names, notes, etc.). By using the Service, you grant us a non-exclusive license to store, display, and process your content as necessary to provide the Service.
You are solely responsible for the content you create and share. We do not endorse or verify user-generated content.
6. Privacy
Your use of the Service is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which describes how we collect, use, and protect your information.
7. Intellectual Property
The Service, including its design, features, and content (excluding user content), is owned by RhinoPals and protected by intellectual property laws. You may not copy, modify, or distribute any part of the Service without our written permission.
8. Third-Party Services
The Service may integrate with third-party services (such as Google for authentication). Your use of these services is subject to their respective terms and privacy policies. We are not responsible for third-party services.
9. Disclaimer of Warranties
THE SERVICE IS PROVIDED "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED. WE DO NOT WARRANT THAT THE SERVICE WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED, ERROR-FREE, OR COMPLETELY SECURE.
RhinoPals is a tool to support your personal goals but does not guarantee any specific results. Your success depends on your own efforts and commitment.
10. Limitation of Liability
TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, RHINOPALS SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES ARISING OUT OF YOUR USE OF THE SERVICE.
11. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify and hold harmless RhinoPals from any claims, damages, or expenses arising from your use of the Service or violation of these Terms.
12. Changes to Terms
We may update these Terms from time to time. We will notify users of significant changes via email or through the Service. Your continued use of the Service after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms.
13. Termination
You may delete your account at any time through your account settings. We may suspend or terminate your access to the Service if you violate these Terms or for any other reason at our discretion.
14. Governing Law
These Terms are governed by the laws of the United States. Any disputes shall be resolved in the courts of applicable jurisdiction.
15. Contact
If you have questions about these Terms, please contact us through the Contact Us page.
By using RhinoPals, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service.