Terms of Service for Protos

Effective Date: October 21, 2025
Last Updated: November 02, 2025

Welcome to Protos!

By using our mobile application ("App") or our website located at https://protos-app.com ("Website"), you agree to the following Terms of Service. Please read them carefully before using our products and services.

1. Description of Services

Protos is a Bible study app designed to help users understand Scripture through guided tools, commentary, and book context. Our mission is to make deep study clear and approachable for everyday readers.

Protos offers both free and premium features, including study tools, commentary access, and habit-tracking features for Bible learning.

2. User Accounts and Eligibility

To use Protos, you must be at least 18 years old or the age of legal majority in your country of residence. By using the app, you confirm that you meet this requirement.

If you are under 18, you may use Protos only with the consent and supervision of a parent or legal guardian. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.

Users are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of their account information and for all activities under their account.

3. Subscriptions and In-App Purchases

Protos offers optional in-app purchases and subscription plans (weekly, monthly, and yearly) that unlock additional features and content.

Purchases are processed securely through Apple App Store, Google Play Store, and RevenueCat.

Prices and renewal terms are displayed within the app. Prices may vary by region and are subject to change based on Apple App Store or Google Play pricing tiers.

Subscriptions automatically renew unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the current period ends.

You can manage or cancel your subscriptions through your Apple App Store or Google Play account settings.

4. Refund Policy

All payments and subscription renewals are managed by Apple and Google directly.

Protos does not process refunds or cancellations itself.

Refunds are subject to the policies of the Apple App Store or Google Play Store.

Deleting the app or closing your account does not cancel your subscription automatically.

Please refer to the respective store's policies for further information.

5. User Data and Privacy

We handle user data in accordance with our Privacy Policy.

We collect your name, email address, and form responses to operate and improve the service. Google Analytics is used for our website (not inside the mobile app) to understand general usage trends.

We do not sell or share your personal data with third parties outside of our trusted service providers, including Supabase, Loops, RevenueCat, Cloudflare, and Railway.

6. Third-Party Content and Licenses

Protos includes Bible text and commentary content sourced from public domain and open-licensed materials.

The following attributions apply:

All other original content and design elements in the app are © 2025 Protos.

7. Spiritual Disclaimer

Protos is not affiliated with any denomination or religious organization. The materials and commentary provided are for educational and devotional purposes only.

Users are encouraged to exercise personal discernment when using the content. Protos does not provide formal theological, pastoral, or counseling advice.

8. Limitation of Liability

Protos is provided "as is" and "as available." We make no warranties, express or implied, regarding accuracy, reliability, or availability.

In no event shall Protos or its team be liable for any indirect, incidental, or consequential damages arising out of the use or inability to use the app, including but not limited to data loss or device issues.

9. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Protos, its developers, and affiliates from any claims, losses, or damages arising from your use of the app or violation of these Terms.

10. Governing Law

These Terms of Service are governed by applicable international laws, including data and consumer protection standards recognized globally (e.g., GDPR and CCPA).

Any disputes shall be handled in accordance with the laws applicable in your country of residence, unless otherwise required by local regulations.

11. Changes to These Terms

We may update these Terms of Service from time to time to reflect changes in our services, legal requirements, or operational needs.

If significant updates occur, users will be notified via email or in-app notice. The "Effective Date" above will always reflect the latest version.

By continuing to use Protos after updates to these Terms, you agree to the revised version.

12. Contact Information

For any questions or concerns about these Terms of Service, please contact:

13. Termination

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate access to Protos at any time for users who violate these Terms or misuse the service.

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