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Terms of Service

Effective date: January 1, 2025

These Website Terms of Service (“Terms”) govern the use of https://appfolds.com (the “Website”) and any related software or services provided by Appfolds (“Software” and collectively with the Website, the “Services”).By using or accessing the Services, including the Website and/or Software, you agree to be bound by these Terms, along with any other terms, policies, or agreements incorporated herein by reference. This includes but is not limited to our Privacy Policy, which explains how we handle and protect your personal data, and any Acceptable Use Policies or Cookie Policies that set forth additional guidelines for accessing or interacting with our Services.

Please also review our Privacy Policy and Cookie Policy, which explain our data collection practices and your rights regarding your information.

1. About Our Services

Appfolds is a comprehensive design reference platform that maintains a curated collection of interface designs from various digital products. Our platform helps designers and developers find inspiration and references efficiently by providing a searchable database of real-world application interfaces.

2. Acceptance of Terms

Appfolds owns or holds all relevant rights to the Website and/or Software and grants a non-exclusive, non-transferable license to you (“Customer”), subject to the terms and conditions of this Agreement, to access and use the Website and/or Software.

This Agreement outlines the terms under which Appfolds provides the Customer with a license to use the Website and Software. It is legally binding on all users of the Website and Software and becomes effective from the moment Appfolds grants the Customer access to an account (“Customer’s Account”) to use the Services (the “Effective Date”).

By accessing or using the Website and/or Software, you expressly:

  • Confirm that you have reviewed and understood this Agreement, including our Website Terms of Use and Privacy Policy (both accessible on our Website). If you are under the age of 18, you represent that you have reviewed these Terms with your parent or legal guardian and that they understand and agree to them.
  • Warrant that you have the legal capacity to enter into a binding agreement with Appfolds, or, if under the age of 18, that your parent or legal guardian has consented to your access and use of the Services and has agreed to these Terms on your behalf.
  • Agree to use the Services solely in compliance with this Agreement and all applicable laws and regulations

3. Usage Restrictions

Please carefully review the limitations and restrictions outlined below. Any breach of these provisions may result, at Appfolds’ sole discretion, in the termination of your access to the Website and/or Software and may expose you to civil and/or criminal liability.

If you operate a search engine, web crawler, scraping tool, or any similar data-gathering or extraction tool, your use of the Website and/or Software is permitted only under the following conditions:

  • You must adhere to the rules outlined in the Website’s robots.txt file at all times.
  • You must use a descriptive user-agent header to identify your tool or service clearly.
  • Your tool or activity must not interfere with or adversely affect the functionality or performance of the Website or Software.
  • You must provide accurate and accessible contact information either in the user-agent string or on your publicly available website, if applicable.

By accessing or using the Website and/or Software, you represent, warrant, and agree, on behalf of yourself, your users, and any other parties you may represent, that you will not:

  • Modify, copy, create derivative works of, decompile, or reverse engineer any materials or software made available through this Website and/or Software.
  • Introduce any malicious code, devices, or programs designed to disrupt, harm, or interfere with the operation of any hardware, software, or services, including but not limited to bugs, worms, logic bombs, Trojan horses, viruses, or other harmful or self-propagating code.
  • Transfer or distribute materials to another person or server, or “mirror” materials on any other server, without Appfolds’ prior express written consent.
  • Remove, obscure, or alter any copyright, trademark, or proprietary notices contained within the materials or software provided on this Website.
  • Use the Website or its services to publish or transmit content that is harassing, indecent, obscene, fraudulent, unlawful, or otherwise inappropriate.
  • Knowingly or negligently use the Website or its services in a manner that disrupts, abuses, or adversely affects Appfolds’ networks, systems, or any other services provided by Appfolds.
  • Use the Website or its services in violation of any applicable laws or regulations.
  • Infringe upon the privacy, intellectual property, or other legal rights of third parties through the use of this Website or its associated services.
  • Sell, license, or commercially exploit any access to or use of the Website, Software, or its content, except as explicitly permitted under this Agreement.
  • Send unauthorized advertisements, spam, or unsolicited communications through the Website or its services.

Access, store, create a transfer to third parties, or distribute material that:

  • Is harassing, offensive, or discriminatory based on race, origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, or any other legally protected category.
  • Promotes violence, harm, or illegal activity.
  • Contains harmful, obscene, defamatory, or infringing content that violates any third party’s rights, including intellectual property rights.
  • Contains sexually explicit or otherwise objectionable content.
  • Violates these Terms or any other applicable policies.
  • Is unlawful.

4. Intellectual Property Rights

Our Rights

  • All content, features, and functionality provided through the Services, including text, graphics, designs, and software, are the exclusive property of Appfolds and are protected by intellectual property laws.
  • The interface design, layout, and curation methods used in the Services are proprietary and cannot be reproduced, distributed, or used without authorization.
  • Any derivative works or adaptations created using our Services belong solely to Appfolds unless explicitly agreed otherwise.
  • Any unauthorized use of content, features, or functionality may result in termination of access and legal action.

Your Rights

  • Appfolds grants you a limited, non-transferable license to use the Services for personal, non-commercial purposes, such as inspiration or reference. Ownership of content remains with Appfolds or its licensors.
  • Content you download from the Services is licensed to you under these Terms. It is not sold, and usage rights may be revoked upon violation of these Terms.
  • Your rights to use the Services and any downloaded content will terminate immediately if these Terms are breached.

Screenshot Rights

  • Screenshots of interfaces displayed on the Services remain the property of their original creators or owners. Appfolds does not claim ownership over them.
  • Screenshots are shown for reference and inspiration only, respecting the rights of the original creators.
  • Original creators can request the removal of their screenshots by contacting appfoldsteam@gmail.com. Requests will be reviewed and acted upon promptly.
  • Display of third-party screenshots complies with applicable copyright laws, including fair use provisions, and is intended to support learning and innovation.

5. Disclaimer

The Website, Software, and any materials provided through our Services are offered strictly on an "as is" and "as available" basis for reference purposes only. To the fullest extent permitted by law, Appfolds disclaims all warranties, express or implied, including, but not limited to, implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, non-infringement of intellectual property rights, or any other implied guarantees of performance or suitability.

In no event shall Appfolds, its affiliates, or suppliers be held liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or exemplary damages, including, but not limited to:

  • Loss of profits, revenue, or business opportunities
  • Loss of goodwill, reputation, or anticipated savings
  • Loss or corruption of data
  • Any inability to use the Website, Software, or associated materials even if Appfolds or its authorized representatives have been advised of the potential for such damages.

For the purposes of these Terms, "consequential loss" includes, but is not limited to, indirect losses, real or anticipated loss of profit, revenue, or business opportunities, damage to reputation or goodwill, and loss or corruption of data. These limitations apply regardless of whether the claim arises under statute, contract, tort (including negligence), equity, indemnity, or otherwise.

Certain jurisdictions may not allow the exclusion or limitation of implied warranties or liability for consequential or incidental damages. If such laws apply to you, some or all of the above limitations may not apply, and you may have additional rights under applicable law.

6. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Appfolds, including its employees, officers, directors, agents, affiliates, and any third-party copyright holders of the screenshots displayed on the Website or Software, from and against any and all claims, demands, damages, liabilities, losses, expenses, and costs (including reasonable legal fees and expenses on a full indemnity basis) arising directly or indirectly from:

  • Your Access and Use: Any claims resulting from your access to or use of the materials, content, or services available on the Website and/or Software.
  • Intellectual Property Infringement: Any allegations or claims by a third party that their intellectual property rights have been infringed due to your use of materials provided through the Website and/or Software.
  • Copyright Violations: Any claims by a third party alleging violations of applicable copyright laws, including but not limited to provisions of the Copyright Act 2021 (or equivalent legislation), arising from your use of the materials on the Website and/or Software.
  • Breach of Terms: Any claims resulting from your violation of these Terms.

You further agree that you will be solely responsible for your actions and usage of the Website and/or Software and that Appfolds shall not be liable for any disputes, claims, or issues arising between you and any third party as a result of your use of the materials or services provided by Appfolds.

This indemnity extends to all claims, whether they arise under contract, tort (including negligence), statute, or otherwise, and will survive any termination or expiration of these Terms.

7. Content Accuracy

The materials provided on the Website are intended for general reference and informational purposes only. Appfolds does not guarantee or make any representations regarding the accuracy, completeness, reliability, or potential outcomes from the use of such materials. The content on the Website may not be exhaustive, and Appfolds disclaims any responsibility for inaccuracies, errors, or omissions in the materials or in any resources linked through the Website.

8. External Links

The Website may contain links to external websites that are not under the control or ownership of Appfolds. Appfolds has not reviewed and does not endorse, approve, or accept responsibility for the content, accuracy, or practices of any third-party websites. The inclusion of any external link does not imply any affiliation, sponsorship, or approval by Appfolds. Your use of linked sites is solely at your own risk, and you are strongly encouraged to independently evaluate the suitability and reliability of those external resources before relying on them.

9. Modifications to Terms

Appfolds reserves the right to review, update, and amend these Terms at its sole discretion. Any changes will be communicated through reasonable means, such as updates on the Website or notifications sent to the email address provided by you. Unless otherwise stated, modifications to the Terms will take effect immediately upon providing actual or constructive notice, including publication on the Website.

Your continued use of the Website and/or Software after such notice constitutes your acceptance of the amended Terms. If you do not agree to the updated Terms, you must discontinue your access and use of the Website and/or Software.

For clarity, it is your responsibility to periodically review these Terms for updates. Appfolds assumes no obligation to ensure that you are notified of or fully understand the changes made to these Terms.

10. Modifications to Service

Appfolds reserves the right, at its sole discretion and without prior notice, to modify, adapt, or change any aspect of the Software and/or Services. This includes but is not limited to altering features, the user interface, design, the extent or availability of materials, and any other elements related to the Services.

You acknowledge and agree that Appfolds will not be held liable for any claims, complaints, or demands arising from such changes or any temporary interruptions or failures resulting from these modifications.

11. Contact

For any questions, concerns, or issues related to our Services, Website, Software, or these Terms, you may reach us through the following email: appfoldsteam@gmail.com