Terms of Service

1. Acceptance of Terms

By downloading, installing, or using HUD Karaoke ("the App"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service ("Terms"). If you do not agree to these Terms, do not use the App. Use of the App requires Apple Sign In with iCloud.

2. Description of Service

HUD Karaoke is a mobile application that provides in-car karaoke functionality by:

• Recognizing songs playing from various audio sources using ShazamKit
• Fetching synchronized lyrics from third-party services
• Displaying lyrics in mirror-reversed format for windshield reflection
• Syncing song history across devices via iCloud (required)
• Requiring Apple Sign In for authentication and data storage

3. Safety and Responsible Use

• Driver Responsibility: You are solely responsible for safe operation of your vehicle at all times.
• Primary Focus: Your primary focus must always be on driving and road conditions.
• Distraction Risk: Using this app while driving may be distracting. Use at your own risk.
• Legal Compliance: You must comply with all applicable traffic laws and regulations in your jurisdiction.
• Device Placement: Ensure your device is securely mounted and does not obstruct your view of the road.
• No Liability: We are not responsible for any accidents, injuries, or damages resulting from use of the App while driving.

By using this App, you acknowledge that you understand these risks and agree to use the App responsibly and in compliance with all applicable laws.

4. User Requirements

To use the App, you must:

• Have a compatible iOS device running iOS 17.0 or later
• Have an Apple ID and iCloud account (required for authentication and data storage)
• Have an active internet connection for song recognition and lyrics fetching
• Grant microphone access for audio recognition functionality
• Comply with all applicable laws and regulations

5. User Account and Authentication

The App requires Apple Sign In for authentication and iCloud for data storage:

• You must sign in with your Apple ID to use the App
• You are responsible for maintaining the security of your Apple ID
• You agree to provide accurate and complete information
• Your song history and settings are stored in your iCloud account
• We reserve the right to suspend or terminate access for accounts that violate these Terms

6. Intellectual Property

App Ownership

The App, including all content, features, and functionality, is owned by Kaden Hartley-Yokota and is protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

Third-Party Content

Lyrics displayed in the App are sourced from third-party services. We do not claim ownership of song lyrics, song titles, artist names, or other music-related content. All such content is the property of their respective owners.

User License

We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to use the App for personal, non-commercial purposes in accordance with these Terms.

7. Prohibited Uses

You agree not to:

• Use the App for any illegal purpose or in violation of any laws
• Attempt to reverse engineer, decompile, or disassemble the App
• Remove, alter, or obscure any copyright, trademark, or other proprietary notices
• Use the App to infringe upon the rights of others
• Interfere with or disrupt the App's functionality or servers
• Use automated systems to access the App without permission
• Redistribute or resell lyrics or other content obtained through the App

8. Third-Party Services

The App integrates with the following third-party services:

• ShazamKit: Apple's audio recognition framework (governed by Apple's terms)
• Lyrics Services: Third-party lyrics databases for synchronized lyrics
• iCloud/CloudKit: Apple's cloud storage service (required, governed by Apple's terms)
• Apple Sign In: Apple's authentication service (required, governed by Apple's terms)

Your use of these third-party services is subject to their respective terms of service and privacy policies. We are not responsible for the availability, accuracy, or reliability of third-party services.

9. Disclaimer of Warranties

THE APP IS PROVIDED "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO:

• Warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, or non-infringement
• Warranties that the App will be uninterrupted, error-free, or secure
• Warranties regarding the accuracy, reliability, or completeness of lyrics or song recognition

10. Limitation of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, WE SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO:

• Loss of profits, data, or use
• Personal injury or property damage
• Accidents or incidents resulting from use of the App while driving
• Damages resulting from third-party services or content

OUR TOTAL LIABILITY SHALL NOT EXCEED THE AMOUNT YOU PAID FOR THE APP (IF ANY).

11. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Kaden Hartley-Yokota and its affiliates from any claims, damages, losses, liabilities, and expenses (including legal fees) arising from:

• Your use of the App
• Your violation of these Terms
• Your violation of any rights of another party
• Any accidents or incidents resulting from your use of the App while driving

12. Changes to the App

We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue the App (or any part thereof) at any time without notice. We shall not be liable to you or any third party for any modification, suspension, or discontinuation of the App.

13. Changes to Terms

We may update these Terms from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by updating the "Last Updated" date. Your continued use of the App after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the updated Terms.

14. Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the United States, without regard to its conflict of law provisions.

15. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable or invalid, that provision shall be limited or eliminated to the minimum extent necessary, and the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.

16. Contact Information

If you have any questions about these Terms, please contact us:

Email: kadenhartleyokota@gmail.com

17. Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and us regarding the use of the App and supersede all prior agreements and understandings.