Terms of Service

Last Updated: December 29, 2024

1. Overview

These Terms of Service are an agreement between you and the application "Fox Writer" (hereinafter referred to as "we" or "our") regarding the services provided. Before using the app or its services, you must first agree to these terms. By using this service, you agree to all the terms.

The final version of this agreement shall be as displayed within the app. If you have any questions, please contact us via email at: [e-mail].

2. Account

You agree and understand that you are responsible for keeping your account password confidential. You are responsible for all actions and content associated with your account or device.

You may not transfer or sell your account to others, and you may not share or allow others to use your account without our consent. You should notify us immediately of any unauthorized use of your account.

3. User Conduct Guidelines

By using this app, you agree to comply with all applicable laws and regulations and agree not to engage in the following activities:

• Uploading, posting, or distributing any illegal, harmful, threatening, defamatory, obscene, or otherwise inappropriate content;

• Infringing on the intellectual property, privacy, or other legal rights of others;

• Distributing malware, viruses, worms, or other harmful code;

• Using our services to engage in fraud, misrepresentation, or other illegal activities;

• Interfering with, disrupting, or attempting to gain unauthorized access to the service.

We reserve the right to take actions, including but not limited to suspending or terminating your account, if you violate these conduct guidelines.

4. Payment

"Fox Writer" is a paid app. After subscribing or making the required payment, you will have access to the full features of the app, including editing and continuing creation privileges.

Trial users can enjoy all or part of the app’s features during the trial period. Once the trial period ends, users will lose editing and creation privileges unless they subscribe. If the user opts not to subscribe, they will not be able to continue editing or creating content but will still have access to previously created content.

All fees will be deducted based on the confirmed amount and payment method, and once deducted, they are non-refundable unless otherwise specified in the service terms. Users may apply for a refund during the trial period after purchase. The refund conditions and process will follow the refund policy of the Apple App Store.

5. Subscription

5.1 Subscription Privileges

Once you successfully subscribe, you will have editing and creation privileges. During the subscription period, you can use all features of the app, including but not limited to creating, editing, syncing files, and other related services.

• If your subscription expires and is not renewed, you will lose editing and creation privileges. However, you will still be able to access and view previously created content but will not be able to make further modifications or add new content until you renew your subscription.

5.2 App Store Subscription Platform

• The actual subscription price will be displayed on the subscription screen, and the price may vary by location and time;

• Payment will be charged to your iTunes account upon confirmation of purchase, and only iTunes will be used for payment;

• If you have a free trial, the remaining trial period will be displayed in the app’s subscription window;

• Subscriptions will automatically renew and charges will be made unless you cancel at least 24 hours before the end of the current subscription period;

• Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours before the end of the current subscription period, and the renewal fee will be confirmed;

• Once a subscription is activated, it cannot be canceled for the current period, but you can manage your subscription in your account settings;

• Any unused portion of the free trial will expire once the user subscribes.

6. Service Interruption and Disclaimer

We will make reasonable efforts to ensure the continuous availability of services but are not responsible for any service interruptions, suspensions, or delays caused by the following reasons:

• Routine or emergency system maintenance or upgrades;

• Failures by third-party service providers;

• Device or network issues on the user's end;

• Force majeure events, including but not limited to natural disasters, wars, terrorist attacks, government actions, riots, or other unforeseeable events.

We are not liable for any loss or inconvenience suffered by the user due to the above reasons. Although we strive to maintain service availability, users should understand that they may be unable to access or modify created content during service interruptions. It is recommended to regularly back up important data.

7. Intellectual Property

7.1 User Content

The ownership of files and content created by the user, including but not limited to text, images, and documents, remains with the user. We do not actively collect, store, or view user content and are not responsible for the legality, accuracy, or appropriateness of the content.

You agree that you will not post or upload any content that infringes on the copyrights, trademarks, patents, or other intellectual property rights of others. You are solely responsible for the content you upload, and if a third party makes an infringement claim, you will bear the corresponding responsibility.

7.2 Platform and Third-Party Content Usage

This app may allow users to use specific platform-specific symbols, icons, fonts, emojis, or other proprietary elements (hereinafter referred to as "platform content"). The copyrights and related rights of this platform content belong to the respective copyright holders. Users may not copy, distribute, or use such content for commercial purposes without legal authorization.

When using platform content, users must ensure they have obtained proper authorization from the platform or copyright holders. If users cause infringement or legal disputes due to unauthorized use of this content, users shall bear all related responsibilities, and we will not be liable for this.

7.3 Third-Party Sharing Responsibility

When users share content with third parties, they must ensure that such content does not infringe the intellectual property rights of third parties. If disputes arise due to third parties using the shared content, the user will bear the related responsibilities.

7.4 Our Intellectual Property

All content within the app, including but not limited to software code, interface design, text, graphics, logos, sounds, videos, and other information (hereinafter referred to as "the content"), is owned by us or licensed to us. Users may not copy, modify, distribute, or otherwise use this content without our explicit written consent.

Users are prohibited from using third-party tools to read, parse, or use our database and proprietary name files.

8. File and Data Storage

We are not obligated to store any user-created content. Files and related content are only stored on the user’s device, platform synchronization services, or any third-party storage actively used by the user. We are not responsible for any loss or alteration of user content data.

When the app is deleted from your device, the operating system may remove the data files stored within the app, and this process may not be recoverable. Users should be aware of their operating system's service documentation.

8.1 CloudKit and Synchronization

8.1.1 Use of CloudKit

The app may use iCloud to synchronize and back up your data and files, ensuring synchronization across different devices. If you do not wish to use iCloud for synchronization or backup, you can disable this feature in the app's settings. However, please note that disabling this service will not automatically delete previously saved data or files in iCloud. If you need to delete such data completely, please refer to iCloud's relevant documentation.

8.1.2 Data Synchronization

When you make changes to your data through CloudKit or other synchronization services (including but not limited to adding, modifying, or deleting files or data), these changes will be synchronized across all devices signed in with the same account. This means that changes made on any device will affect the data on all synchronized devices. Please note that deleted or modified data cannot be recovered.

The synchronization feature should be used when the device has a stable network connection. After each creation, modification, or deletion of data, you should ensure it is uploaded to CloudKit in a timely manner. If synchronization is not timely, other devices' operations may cause data conflicts, overwriting, or failure to sync. Please note that not all interfaces will respond to synchronization immediately. Any operations performed without ensuring synchronization has been completed may overwrite synchronized data.

Although the app provides synchronization functionality, we strongly recommend users back up their data regularly to prevent data loss due to device failure or other unforeseen events.

8.1.3 Impact of Changing User Accounts or Disabling CloudKit Permissions

If you change the login account or disable CloudKit permissions, all data associated with that account will no longer sync across devices and may not be recoverable. After changing accounts, the new account will not have access to previously created files, and you may need to reconfigure data synchronization or import files.

Users should understand that disabling CloudKit permissions will result in data no longer syncing across multiple devices and may lead to data loss or inaccessibility. Please ensure that you back up your data properly before changing accounts or disabling CloudKit.

8.2 File Corruption Disclaimer

Users should understand that the app and devices are not completely reliable. We are not responsible for file corruption or loss caused by device failures, app design flaws, or user actions. Users are encouraged to back up their content regularly.

8.3 Selected Files or Folders

We do not store the original files submitted by the user. We only process and display them, and we do not provide functionality for restoring or exporting these files.

If you choose any existing files or folders' paths for operations such as export, import, creation, generation, backup, etc., this information and its sub-information may be read, overwritten, modified, or deleted.

9. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, we are not liable for any direct, indirect, special, incidental, or punitive damages resulting from your use or inability to use the services. This includes, but is not limited to, damages arising from data loss, loss of profits, or other intangible losses.

Our total liability to the user will not exceed the amount the user paid for the subscription and specific services (if applicable).

10. Sharing and Collaboration

Users can initiate sharing requests with third-party users. Once the third party obtains access, they can synchronize data. If granted "write" permission, the third party can modify the work, and these changes will be synchronized to the user's database.

When a user stops sharing, the third party will no longer have modification permissions, but data synchronized to the third party will not be automatically deleted.

11. Supported System Versions

We primarily support the most recent 1-2 years of system versions. Users should regularly update their system and app versions. For system versions that do not meet the framework requirements, we may no longer provide support.

12. Termination of Service

You may terminate the service at any time, but any fees paid are non-refundable. You are responsible for storing your data.

We reserve the right to terminate or suspend your service access in certain situations, including but not limited to the following:

• Violation of the Terms of Service;

• User request to cancel the account;

• Court orders or legal requirements;

• Natural disasters, wars, or other emergency situations;

• Non-payment of relevant fees;

• Malicious actions or illegal use of the app;

• Irreparable defects in the app;

• App removal or termination of service due to technical, operational, or other reasons.

When the app is removed or service is stopped, we will make reasonable efforts to notify users in advance and provide necessary support, including options to export user data (if applicable). However, once the service is stopped, users' editing and creation privileges will automatically terminate.

13. Changes to the Terms of Service

We reserve the right to modify these terms at any time. If significant changes occur, we may notify users via in-app announcements or email, but the final version will be as displayed in the app. Continued use of the service constitutes your acceptance of these changes.

We recommend you regularly review the Terms of Service for updates or changes.

14. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution

This Privacy Policy shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the People's Republic of China. If you use the services in other countries or regions, you must comply with the relevant local laws and regulations. Any disputes arising out of or in connection with this Privacy Policy, especially those involving cross-border issues, shall be submitted to the competent courts in China for resolution.

15. Contact Us

If you have any questions or need further information about this Terms of Service, you can contact us via the following methods:

• Email: [e-mail]

We will respond within 30 days of receiving your inquiry and provide related support.

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Note: The Chinese version of this Terms of Service prevails. Other language versions are for reference purposes only.