Terms of use

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Effective Date: November 27, 2025

Welcome to Askesis. Please read these Terms and Conditions (“Terms”) carefully before using the Askesis mobile application and website (collectively, the “Services”).

By accessing or using the Services, you agree to be bound by these Terms and our Privacy Policy.

Throughout these Terms, “Askesis”, “we”, “us”, and “our” refer to the operators and providers of the Askesis Services.

  1. Acceptance of Terms

By using Askesis, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms.

If you do not agree, you may not use the Services.

  1. Description of Services

Askesis is a discipline-building and personal growth application that helps users create structured ascetic cycles (“Askesis cycles”) and stay consistent through:

• Structured 7/14/21/30/40/66/90/108/365-day discipline cycles

• Streak tracking

• Daily tasks

• Calendar and progress visualization

• Goal tracking and motivational guidance

• Reminders and accountability tools

We may add, modify, or remove features at any time without prior notice.

  1. Eligibility

You must be 4 years or older to use Askesis. By using the app, you confirm that you meet this requirement and have legal capacity to enter into these Terms.

  1. Account Registration & Security

To use certain features, you must create an account. You agree to:

• Provide accurate and complete account information

• Maintain and update your information as needed

• Keep your login credentials secure

• Inform us immediately of unauthorized access

• Accept responsibility for all actions performed under your account

We may suspend or terminate accounts that violate these Terms.

  1. Prohibited Uses

You agree not to:

• Use the Services for unlawful activities

• Attempt unauthorized access to systems or user accounts

• Reverse-engineer, decompile, or copy app components

• Use bots or automated systems without permission

• Upload malware, viruses, or harmful content

• Harvest user data

• Interfere with the app's performance

  1. Subscriptions & Payments

6.1 Subscription Plans

Askesis offers premium subscription plans (monthly, yearly, or other durations).

6.2 Payment

Payments may be processed via:

• Apple In-App Purchase

• Website (if applicable)

Other payment methods we may introduce

By purchasing, you authorize us or our payment partner to charge your method of payment.

6.3 Automatic Renewal

Subscriptions automatically renew at the end of each billing period unless cancelled beforehand.

6.4 Cancellation

You may cancel anytime via:

• iOS AppStore: Settings → [Your Name] → Subscriptions → Askesis → Cancel Subscription

Deleting the app does not cancel your subscription.

6.5 Refunds

Subscriptions are non-refundable, except where required by law.

Apple purchases must follow Apple’s refund policies.

6.6 Price Changes

We may change subscription prices at renewal. You will be notified in advance.

6.7 Free Trials

If offered, free trials convert to paid subscriptions unless cancelled before the trial ends.

  1. Intellectual Property Rights

7.1 Ownership

All content and functionality of Askesis—including text, UI, icons, graphics, logos, and software—is owned by Askesis or its licensors.

7.2 Limited License

You are granted a revocable, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to use the Services for personal purposes.

7.3 Restrictions

You may not:

• Copy, modify, distribute, or sell any part of the Services

• Reverse engineer the software

• Use Askesis trademarks without permission

• Remove proprietary notices

  1. Third-Party Links

The Services may include links to third-party resources. We are not responsible for their content or practices.

  1. Monitoring & Enforcement

We may:

• Monitor the app for Terms violations

• Remove content

• Suspend or terminate accounts

• Cooperate with law enforcement in investigations

10. Disclaimers & Limitations of Liability

10.1 “AS IS”

The Services are provided “AS IS” without warranties of any kind.

We do not guarantee that:

• Askesis will be error-free or uninterrupted

• All features will meet your expectations

• Any issues will be corrected promptly

10.2 No Professional Advice

Askesis provides motivational and informational content not medical or psychological advice.

For mental or physical health concerns, consult qualified professionals.

10.3 Use at Your Own Risk

Your decisions and actions based on the app are solely your responsibility.

10.4 Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Askesis shall not be liable for indirect, incidental, or consequential damages.

Maximum liability shall not exceed:

• The amount you paid in the last 12 months, or

• $100,

whichever is greater

11. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify Askesis against claims arising from:

• Your use of the Services

• Your User Content

• Your violations of these Terms

• Your violation of third-party right

12. Termination

12.1 By You

You may terminate your account anytime via in-app settings or by contacting support.

12.2 By Us

We may suspend or terminate your account for violations, fraud, abuse, inactivity, or legal requirements.

12.3 After Termination

You lose access to the Services, and your content may be deleted per our Privacy Policy.

13. Monitoring & Enforcement Governing Law & Disputes

These Terms are governed by the laws of Switzerland.

Before filing a claim, you agree to attempt informal resolution by contacting support.

Any unresolved disputes shall be handled exclusively in the courts of the chosen jurisdiction.

14. Monitoring & Enforcement App Store Terms (Apple)

Apple has no responsibility for maintenance, support, or warranties related to Askesis.

Apple is a third-party beneficiary of these Terms and may enforce them.

You must comply with Apple’s App Store terms.

15. Monitoring & Enforcement Changes to Terms

We may update these Terms at any time. Material changes will be communicated via:

• In-app notification

• Email (if provided)

• Posting updated Terms on our website https://getaskesis.com/

Continued use of the app after changes implies acceptance.

16. General Provisions

These Terms and the Privacy Policy are the entire agreement between you and Askesis

If any provision is invalid, the rest remain enforceable

No waiver is valid unless in writing

You may not transfer your rights under these Terms without permission

Askesis may assign these Terms

Askesis is not responsible for delays caused by events beyond our control (force majeure)

17. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns, please contact us at support@getaskesis.com