Terms of Service

Last Updated: January 12, 2026

Please read these Terms of Service ("Terms") carefully before using the The Racetimer iOS application (the "App"). By downloading, installing, or using The Racetimer, you agree to be bound by these Terms.

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using The Racetimer, you agree to comply with and be bound by these Terms of Service. If you do not agree to these Terms, do not download, install, or use the App.

2. License Grant

2.1 Personal Use License

Subject to your compliance with these Terms, we grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to download, install, and use The Racetimer for your personal, non-commercial purposes.

2.2 Commercial Use

Commercial use of The Racetimer (including but not limited to professional timing services, event management businesses, or athletic training facilities) is permitted under this license. Users are responsible for ensuring proper operation and accuracy verification for their specific use cases.

2.3 Restrictions

You may not:

  • Modify, reverse engineer, or decompile the App
  • Remove or alter any copyright, trademark, or proprietary notices
  • Distribute or sublicense the App to third parties
  • Use the App for any illegal or unauthorized purpose
  • Interfere with or disrupt the App's functionality or servers

3. Timing Accuracy Disclaimer

3.1 Manual Mode

The Racetimer provides FAT-grade timing accuracy of 0.01 seconds (centisecond precision) in Manual Mode using iOS CACurrentMediaTime API. However, The Racetimer is NOT certified for Olympic, IAAF, or other official competition timing.

3.2 Relay Mode

Relay Mode timing includes network latency typically ranging from 50-200 milliseconds. Actual latency depends on network conditions and is displayed in real-time within the App. Users accept this latency as part of the dual-device synchronization feature.

3.3 User Responsibility

You are responsible for:

  • Proper device positioning and camera framing
  • Ensuring adequate network connectivity for Relay Mode
  • Verifying timing accuracy for your specific use case
  • Using backup timing methods for critical or official events

4. Acceptable Use Policy

4.1 Permitted Uses

The Racetimer is suitable for:

  • Practice sessions and training
  • School and recreational athletic meets
  • Amateur sports events
  • Personal performance tracking

4.2 Not Recommended For

The Racetimer should not be used as the sole timing method for:

  • Olympic or IAAF certified competitions
  • Events requiring official FAT certification
  • Professional competitions with prize money or rankings
  • Events where timing discrepancies could cause significant disputes

5. Limitation of Liability

5.1 "As Is" Provision

The Racetimer 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.

5.2 No Liability for Timing Errors

We are not liable for any timing inaccuracies, data loss, or results discrepancies arising from:

  • Network latency in Relay Mode
  • Device malfunction or battery failure
  • User error in operation
  • iOS software updates or compatibility issues
  • Camera or recording failures
  • Storage limitations or data corruption

5.3 Maximum Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, our total liability to you for any claims arising from the use of The Racetimer shall not exceed the amount you paid for the App (if any).

6. Intellectual Property Rights

6.1 Our Property

The The Racetimer name, logo, App design, and all related intellectual property are owned by us and protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

6.2 Your Content

You retain full ownership of all video recordings and timing data created using The Racetimer. We do not claim any rights to your content.

6.3 Feedback

If you provide feedback, suggestions, or ideas about The Racetimer, you grant us a perpetual, worldwide, royalty-free license to use and incorporate such feedback without compensation or attribution.

7. Privacy and Data Collection

Your use of The Racetimer is also governed by our Privacy Policy, available at racetimer.app/privacy. Please review the Privacy Policy to understand how we collect, use, and protect your information.

8. Third-Party Services

The Racetimer uses Firebase (Google) for Relay Mode synchronization. Your use of Firebase services is subject to Google's terms and conditions. We are not responsible for third-party service availability, performance, or data handling practices.

9. Updates and Modifications

9.1 App Updates

We may release updates, patches, or new versions of The Racetimer at any time. Updates may modify features, fix bugs, or change functionality. You are responsible for keeping the App updated.

9.2 Terms Modifications

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. When changes are made:

  • The "Last Updated" date will be revised
  • Significant changes will be communicated via in-app notification
  • Continued use of the App constitutes acceptance of updated Terms

10. Termination

10.1 Your Rights

You may stop using The Racetimer at any time by deleting the App from your device.

10.2 Our Rights

We reserve the right to terminate or suspend access to The Racetimer for any reason, including violation of these Terms, without prior notice or liability.

11. Governing Law and Disputes

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of [YOUR JURISDICTION], without regard to its conflict of law provisions.

Any disputes arising from these Terms or your use of The Racetimer shall be resolved through binding arbitration in accordance with [ARBITRATION RULES], except where prohibited by law.

12. 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.

13. Contact Information

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

14. Legal Review Disclaimer

Important: This Terms of Service is a template and should be reviewed by qualified legal counsel before publication. Ensure compliance with applicable laws in your jurisdiction, including consumer protection regulations, liability limitations, and dispute resolution requirements.

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