Terms of Use

1. Acceptance of Terms

By downloading, installing, or using the Dance Dex mobile application ("App") or website, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Use ("Terms"). If you do not agree to these Terms, do not use the App or website.

2. Description of Service

Dance Dex is a mobile application and website that allows users to:

• Upload and store dance videos in a private library
• Automatically identify songs in videos using audio recognition technology
• Manually attach or correct the song on a video
• Import existing footage from Google Drive, Google Photos and Dropbox, or scan the videos already on your device
• Organize videos into folders, and tag them by class, choreographer or style
• Mark sections of a routine and practise them on a loop, at adjustable speed
• Compare two takes of the same routine side by side, aligned to the same moment of the same song
• Edit and trim videos
• Replace audio tracks in videos with YouTube audio
• Share videos with the members of a class you have joined
• Subscribe to premium plans for additional storage
• Join a waitlist for app launch notifications

3. User Accounts and Registration

3.1 Account Creation

• You must create an account to use the App
• You must provide accurate, current, and complete information including email, name, and username
• You may optionally add a profile picture
• You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials

3.2 Account Security

• You are responsible for all activities that occur under your account
• You must notify us immediately of any unauthorized use of your account
• We reserve the right to suspend or terminate accounts that violate these Terms

4. User-Generated Content

4.1 Content Ownership

• You retain ownership of videos and content you upload to the App
• By uploading content, you grant Dance Dex a worldwide, non-exclusive license to store, process, and display your content within the App

4.2 Content Guidelines

You agree not to upload, post, or share content that:

• Violates any applicable laws or regulations
• Infringes on intellectual property rights of others
• Contains explicit sexual content, violence, or hate speech
• Harasses, bullies, or threatens other users
• Contains malware, viruses, or other harmful code
• Is spam, misleading, or fraudulent

4.3 Content Visibility

• Your videos are private to your account. The App provides no way to publish a video, and no public feed, profile or discovery area in which other users could find one
• The exception is a class: a video you add to a class you have joined is visible to that class's members, and to no one else
• We reserve the right to review, moderate, and remove content that violates these Terms
• We may suspend or terminate accounts of users who repeatedly violate content guidelines

5. Music and Audio Content

5.1 Song Recognition

• The App uses audio recognition technology to identify songs in your videos
• Song recognition results are provided for informational purposes only
• We do not guarantee the accuracy of song identification
• We only store song identification results, not audio samples

5.2 Music Licensing

• You are responsible for ensuring you have the right to use any music in your videos
• The App does not provide licenses for commercial use of copyrighted music
• Users must comply with all applicable copyright laws and music licensing requirements

5.3 YouTube Audio Integration

• The App integrates with YouTube for audio content replacement
• We only store YouTube video IDs, not the actual audio content
• Use of YouTube content is subject to YouTube's Terms of Service
• You must comply with YouTube's community guidelines and copyright policies

6. Subscriptions and Payments

6.1 Subscription Plans

• Dance Dex offers various subscription plans with different storage limits
• Subscription payments are processed through Stripe
• We do not store your payment card information
• Subscription fees are billed in advance on a recurring basis

6.2 Subscription Management

• You can upgrade or downgrade your subscription at any time
• Changes to your subscription will take effect at the next billing cycle
• You can cancel your subscription at any time
• No refunds are provided for partial billing periods

6.3 Storage Limits

• Each subscription plan has specific storage limits
• You may not exceed your plan's storage limit
• We may suspend uploads if you exceed your storage limit
• You can upgrade your plan to increase storage capacity

7. Privacy and Data Protection

7.1 Data Collection

We collect and process personal data as described in our Privacy Policy, including:

• Account information (email, name, username, profile picture)
• Video content and metadata
• Usage analytics and app performance data
• Waitlist information (name, email, platform preference)

7.2 Data Storage

• Videos are stored securely using cloud storage services
• We implement appropriate security measures to protect your data
• You can delete your account and associated data at any time
• All data is completely removed when you delete your account

7.3 Third-Party Services

• The App integrates with third-party services (Supabase, Cloudflare R2, Stripe, Spotify)
• These services have their own privacy policies and terms of service
• We are not responsible for the privacy practices of third-party services

8. App Permissions

8.1 Required Permissions

The App requires the following permissions:

• Camera: To record dance videos
• Photo Library: To select and upload existing videos
• Microphone: To capture audio during video recording
• Storage: To save videos and access media files

8.2 Permission Usage

• Permissions are used only for the stated purposes
• You can revoke permissions through your device settings
• Some features may not work without required permissions

9. Prohibited Uses

You agree not to:

• Use the App for any illegal or unauthorized purpose
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to the App or its systems
• Interfere with or disrupt the App's functionality
• Reverse engineer, decompile, or modify the App
• Use automated tools to access the App
• Violate any applicable laws or regulations
• Upload content that infringes on others' intellectual property rights

10. Intellectual Property

10.1 App Ownership

• The App and its content are owned by HypedUpApps
• All trademarks, logos, and brand names are our property
• You may not use our intellectual property without permission

10.2 User Content License

• You grant us a license to use your content as described in Section 4.1
• You represent that you have the right to grant this license
• You retain ownership of your original content

11. Disclaimers and Limitations

11.1 Service Availability

• We strive to provide reliable service but cannot guarantee uninterrupted access
• The App may be temporarily unavailable for maintenance or updates
• We are not liable for any damages caused by service interruptions

11.2 Content Accuracy

• Song recognition features are provided "as is" without warranties
• We do not guarantee the accuracy of automated content analysis
• Users should verify song information independently

11.3 Limitation of Liability

• To the maximum extent permitted by law, we are not liable for any indirect, incidental, or consequential damages
• Our total liability is limited to the amount you paid for the App (if any)

12. Termination

12.1 User Termination

• You may delete your account at any time
• Account deletion will remove all your data from our systems
• Videos are deleted immediately when you delete them or your account

12.2 App Termination

• We may terminate or suspend your access to the App for violations of these Terms
• We may discontinue the App or specific features with reasonable notice
• Upon termination, your right to use the App ceases immediately

13. Updates and Changes

13.1 Terms Updates

• We may update these Terms from time to time
• Material changes will be communicated through the App or email
• Continued use of the App constitutes acceptance of updated Terms

13.2 App Updates

• The App may be updated automatically or require manual updates
• Updates may include new features, bug fixes, or security improvements
• Some updates may require acceptance of new terms or permissions

14. Governing Law and Disputes

14.1 Governing Law

• These Terms are governed by the laws of the United States
• Any disputes will be resolved in the courts of the United States

14.2 Dispute Resolution

• We encourage users to contact us directly to resolve issues
• If disputes cannot be resolved informally, they may be subject to binding arbitration
• Class action lawsuits are waived to the extent permitted by law

15. Contact Information

For questions about these Terms or the App, contact us at:

• Email: support@dancedex.app
• Website: https://dancedex.app
• Address: HypedUpApps, United States

16. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable, the remaining provisions will continue in full force and effect.

17. Entire Agreement

These Terms constitute the entire agreement between you and Dance Dex regarding the use of the App and supersede all prior agreements and understandings.