Terms of Service

Last Updated: January 8, 2025

By using TankLogbook, you agree to these terms. Please read them carefully.

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using TankLogbook ("Service"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service ("Terms"). If you don't agree, you may not use the Service.

These Terms apply to all users, including free and paid subscribers.

2. Description of Service

TankLogbook is a web-based platform for managing aquarium data, including:

  • Tank information and parameters
  • Water chemistry tracking and analysis
  • Livestock and plant inventory
  • Task reminders and notifications
  • AI-powered insights (paid plans)
  • Community features (optional)

3. User Accounts

3.1 Account Creation

You must provide accurate, complete, and current information. You are responsible for:

  • Maintaining the confidentiality of your password
  • All activities that occur under your account
  • Notifying us immediately of any unauthorized use

3.2 Age Requirements

You must be at least 13 years old (or 16 in the EU) to use TankLogbook. By creating an account, you represent that you meet this requirement.

3.3 Account Termination

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your account if you violate these Terms.

4. User Content

4.1 Your Content

You retain ownership of all content you upload (tank data, photos, notes). By posting content, you grant us a license to use, store, and display it to provide the Service.

4.2 Content Standards

You agree NOT to post content that:

  • Violates any laws or regulations
  • Infringes intellectual property rights
  • Contains malware or harmful code
  • Is offensive, harassing, or discriminatory
  • Is spam or unsolicited advertising

4.3 Content Removal

We reserve the right to remove content that violates these Terms, without notice.

5. Subscriptions and Payments

5.1 Free and Paid Plans

We offer both free and paid subscription plans. Features vary by plan. See Pricing Page for details.

5.2 Billing

  • Paid subscriptions are billed monthly or annually
  • Payments are processed securely by Stripe
  • Subscriptions auto-renew unless canceled
  • You're responsible for all charges incurred

5.3 Cancellation

You can cancel your subscription anytime from Settings. Cancellations take effect at the end of the current billing period. No partial refunds.

5.4 Refund Policy

14-Day Money-Back Guarantee: If you're not satisfied, request a full refund within 14 days of your initial purchase.

6. Acceptable Use Policy

You agree NOT to:

  • Use the Service for any illegal purpose
  • Attempt to access unauthorized areas
  • Interfere with the Service's operation
  • Impersonate others or misrepresent affiliation
  • Scrape or harvest data without permission
  • Reverse engineer or decompile the Service
  • Resell or redistribute the Service

7. Intellectual Property

TankLogbook, including its code, design, logos, and content, is owned by us and protected by copyright, trademark, and other laws.

You may not copy, modify, distribute, or create derivative works without our written permission.

8. Disclaimers

Important Disclaimer

THE SERVICE IS PROVIDED "AS IS" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND.

  • We don't guarantee uninterrupted or error-free service
  • We're not responsible for data loss (please backup your data)
  • We don't provide veterinary or aquatic life advice
  • Use TankLogbook's recommendations at your own discretion
  • We're not liable for harm to your aquatic life

Note: Always consult qualified professionals for aquarium and fish health issues.

9. Limitation of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, WE SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES ARISING FROM YOUR USE OF THE SERVICE.

Our total liability shall not exceed the amount you paid us in the 12 months preceding the claim.

10. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold us harmless from any claims, damages, or expenses arising from your use of the Service or violation of these Terms.

11. Changes to These Terms

We may modify these Terms at any time. We'll notify you of significant changes via email or a prominent notice. Continued use after changes constitutes acceptance.

12. Use of Artificial Intelligence Tools

The AI tools available on the platform are specialized exclusively in aquarium keeping and fishkeeping. By using them, you agree that:

  • You will use the tools only for aquarium-related queries
  • You will not attempt to subvert, bypass, or alter the behavior of the AI tools
  • You will not attempt to obtain information or content outside the scope of aquarium keeping
  • Your interactions will be logged for security and legal compliance purposes
  • Attempts to manipulate the AI tools may result in account suspension or termination

TankLogbook reserves the right to block, suspend, or terminate access for users who violate these usage rules.

13. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of [Your Jurisdiction], without regard to conflict of law principles. Any disputes shall be resolved in the courts of [Your Jurisdiction].

14. Contact Us

Questions about these Terms? Contact us:

Email: legal@tanklogbook.com

Contact Form: tanklogbook.com/contact