Terms of Service

Last Updated: January 28, 2026
Effective Date: January 28, 2026

01Acceptance of Terms

By downloading, installing, or using Studyko ("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.

Contact: studyko.app@gmail.com

Platforms: iOS (App Store), Android (Google Play Store)

02Eligibility

2.1 Age Requirements

FeatureMinimum Age
Using Studyko13 years old
Joining study rooms13 years old
Sending reactions/emojis13 years old
Sending text messages in chat18 years old
Creating study rooms13 years old

2.2 Parental Consent

  • Users aged 13-17 must have parental or guardian consent to use the App
  • Parents/guardians are responsible for monitoring their child's use of the App
  • Parents can request account deletion by contacting studyko.app@gmail.com

2.3 Restrictions

You may NOT use Studyko if you:

  • Are under 13 years of age
  • Have been previously banned from the App
  • Are prohibited by law from using such services

03Account Registration

3.1 Account Creation

  • You must create an account using Google Sign-In or Apple Sign-In
  • You must provide accurate information, including your date of birth
  • You are responsible for maintaining the security of your account
  • You must not share your account with others

3.2 Account Responsibilities

You are responsible for:

  • All activities that occur under your account
  • Keeping your login credentials secure
  • Notifying us immediately of any unauthorized access

3.3 Account Termination

We may suspend or terminate your account if you:

  • Violate these Terms
  • Engage in prohibited conduct
  • Provide false information
  • Abuse the App or other users

04Acceptable Use

4.1 You Agree To:

  • Use the App for its intended purpose (studying and productivity)
  • Respect other users
  • Follow community guidelines
  • Report inappropriate behavior

4.2 You Agree NOT To:

  • Harass, bully, or threaten other users
  • Post inappropriate, offensive, or illegal content
  • Spam or send unsolicited messages
  • Impersonate others or create fake accounts
  • Attempt to hack, exploit, or disrupt the App
  • Use the App for commercial purposes without permission
  • Circumvent age restrictions
  • Share content that violates intellectual property rights

05Study Rooms and Chat

5.1 Study Room Rules

  • Rooms are for studying and productivity purposes
  • Room creators are responsible for moderating their rooms
  • Public rooms must follow community guidelines
  • We reserve the right to delete rooms that violate Terms

5.2 Prohibited in Chat

  • Hate speech, discrimination, or harassment
  • Sexual, violent, or graphic content
  • Personal attacks or bullying
  • Sharing personal information of others
  • Spam or repeated messages
  • Advertising or promotions
  • Illegal content or activities

5.3 Age-Restricted Chat

  • Text messaging is restricted to users 18 years and older
  • Users aged 13-17 can only send reactions and emojis
  • This restriction exists to protect younger users

5.4 Reporting

  • Users can report inappropriate content or behavior
  • We investigate all reports and take appropriate action
  • False reports may result in account suspension

06Premium Subscription

6.1 Premium Features

Premium subscribers receive:

  • Ad-free experience
  • Unlimited private study rooms
  • Advanced statistics
  • Higher message rate limits
  • Premium avatars

6.2 Billing

  • Subscriptions are billed through Apple App Store or Google Play Store
  • Prices vary by region and are displayed before purchase
  • Subscriptions automatically renew unless canceled

6.3 Cancellation

  • Cancel anytime through your app store
  • Access continues until the end of the billing period
  • No refunds for partial periods (handled by Apple/Google)

Important: Account Deletion

Deleting your Studyko account does NOT cancel your subscription. You must cancel your subscription separately through your app store. We are not responsible for charges incurred after account deletion if you fail to cancel.

07User Content

7.1 Your Content

  • You retain ownership of content you create (messages, room names, etc.)
  • By posting content, you grant us a license to display and distribute it within the App
  • You are responsible for your content and must ensure it complies with these Terms

7.2 Content Removal

We may remove content that:

  • Violates these Terms
  • Is reported by users
  • Is illegal or harmful
  • Infringes on others' rights

08Intellectual Property

8.1 Our Property

  • Studyko, including its design, features, and branding, is our property
  • You may not copy, modify, or distribute any part of the App without permission
  • All trademarks, logos, and service marks are our property

8.2 Feedback

  • Any feedback or suggestions you provide may be used by us without compensation
  • You grant us the right to use such feedback to improve the App

09Third-Party Services

9.1 Services We Use

The App integrates with third-party services including:

  • Firebase (Google) for backend services
  • Google AdMob for advertisements
  • Apple/Google for payment processing

9.2 Third-Party Terms

  • Your use of third-party services is subject to their terms and privacy policies
  • We are not responsible for third-party services

10Disclaimers

10.1 "As Is" Service

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

  • • Merchantability
  • • Fitness for a particular purpose
  • • Non-infringement
  • • Uninterrupted or error-free operation

10.2 No Guarantee

We do not guarantee that:

  • The App will meet your requirements
  • The App will be available at all times
  • Results from using the App will be accurate
  • Defects will be corrected

10.3 Study Results

  • Studyko is a productivity tool, not a guarantee of academic success
  • Your study results depend on your effort and methods
  • We are not responsible for your academic performance

11Limitation of Liability

11.1 Limitation

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, WE SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR:

  • • Indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages
  • • Loss of data, profits, or goodwill
  • • Service interruptions
  • • Unauthorized access to your data
  • • Actions of other users

11.2 Maximum Liability

Our total liability shall not exceed the amount you paid for Premium subscription in the 12 months prior to the claim, or $50 USD, whichever is greater.

12Termination

12.1 By You

  • You may stop using the App at any time
  • You may delete your account through Settings or by contacting us

12.2 By Us

We may terminate or suspend your account:

  • For violation of these Terms
  • For illegal or harmful behavior
  • At our discretion with or without notice

12.3 Effect of Termination

Upon termination:

  • Your right to use the App ends
  • Your data will be deleted (as described in our Privacy Policy)
  • Premium subscriptions must be canceled separately

13Changes to Terms

13.1 Modifications

  • We may modify these Terms at any time
  • Changes will be posted in the App and/or on our website
  • Continued use after changes constitutes acceptance

13.2 Notification

For material changes, we will:

  • Provide in-app notification
  • Update the "Last Updated" date
  • Give reasonable notice before changes take effect

Summary of Key Points

TopicKey Point
Minimum age13 years old
Chat text messages18+ only
AccountYou're responsible for your account
ConductBe respectful, no harassment
PremiumCancel via app store, not us
ContentYou own it, we can display it
LiabilityLimited as permitted by law
TerminationWe can terminate for violations

Contact Us

For questions about these Terms:

studyko.app@gmail.comSubject: "Terms of Service Question"

We aim to respond within 30 days.

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