Self Tape Studio (STS) – Terms of Service

1. Agreement to Terms

By downloading, installing, accessing, or using Self Tape Studio (“STS”), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service. If you do not agree to these Terms, do not use the app.

These Terms apply to all users of STS.

2. Eligibility

You must be at least 13 years old (or the minimum age required in your jurisdiction) to use STS. By using the app, you represent that you meet this requirement.

3. Apple App Store Terms

If you downloaded STS from the Apple App Store:

• These Terms are between you and Kevin Barrett, not Apple.
• Apple is not responsible for STS or its content.
• Apple has no obligation to provide maintenance or support services.
• Apple is a third-party beneficiary of these Terms and may enforce them against you.

All purchases are subject to Apple’s applicable terms and policies.

4. Your Content

Ownership

You retain all ownership rights to the videos, audio, images, scripts, metadata, and other materials you create or upload in STS (“User Content”).

We do not claim ownership of your creative work.

License to Operate the App

You grant us a limited, non-exclusive license to store, process, and display your User Content solely for the purpose of operating and providing STS features (e.g., saving projects, syncing through iCloud if enabled, enabling exports).

We do not use your content for advertising or marketing purposes.

5. Acceptable Use

You agree not to:

• Violate any applicable laws
• Infringe intellectual property, privacy, or publicity rights
• Upload malicious code
• Attempt to reverse engineer or interfere with STS
• Use STS for unlawful or abusive purposes

6. Subscriptions and Billing

STS offers auto-renewing subscriptions through Apple In-App Purchase.

• Payment is charged to your Apple ID account at confirmation of purchase.
• Subscriptions automatically renew unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current billing period.
• Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period.
• You may manage or cancel subscriptions in your device settings under Apple ID → Subscriptions.
• We do not handle refunds. Refund requests must be submitted directly to Apple and are governed by Apple’s policies.

Free trials and promotional pricing, if offered, convert to paid subscriptions unless canceled before the trial period ends.

Subscription entitlements are determined by the App Store transaction status for the Apple ID used to purchase the subscription. Pro access is not dependent on whether you choose local mode or Sign in with Apple inside STS.

7. Data and Storage

STS may store data locally on your device and/or in your personal iCloud account if cloud sync is enabled.

Some features use Apple-provided permissions and device services, including camera, microphone, notifications, calendar write-only access for adding audition events, and optional Face ID / passcode app lock when enabled by you.

You are responsible for exporting and backing up your content. While we strive to maintain reliable operation, we are not responsible for loss of data due to device failure, user deletion, or circumstances beyond our control.

8. Service Availability

We may modify, suspend, or discontinue features of STS at any time. We will attempt to provide reasonable notice when practical.

We do not guarantee uninterrupted or error-free operation.

9. Disclaimer of Warranties

STS is provided “as is” and “as available.” To the maximum extent permitted by law, we disclaim all warranties, express or implied, including merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, and non-infringement.

10. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, Kevin Barrett shall not be liable for:

• Indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages
• Loss of profits
• Loss of data
• Business interruption

Total liability shall not exceed the amount you paid for STS in the 12 months preceding the claim.

11. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Kevin Barrett from claims arising out of:

• Your misuse of STS
• Your violation of these Terms
• Your infringement of third-party rights

12. Termination

You may stop using STS at any time.

We may suspend or terminate access if you violate these Terms or if required by law.

13. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, United States, without regard to conflict of law principles.

14. Changes to Terms

We may update these Terms from time to time. Continued use of STS after updates constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.

15. Contact

For questions regarding these Terms: [email protected]