• Terms of Service for Endel Rituals

    1. Acceptance of Terms

    Welcome to Endel Rituals (the “App”). By accessing or using the App, you (“User,” “you,” or “your”) agree to be bound by these Terms of Service (“Terms”).

    IF YOU DO NOT AGREE TO THESE TERMS, DO NOT USE THE APP.

    These Terms constitute a legally binding agreement between you and Endel Sound GmbH (“Company,” “we,” “us,” or “our”).

    1.1 Eligibility

    The App is not directed to children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly allow children under 13 to create an account or provide personal information.

    By using the App, you represent and warrant that:

    • You are at least 18 years old; or, if you are between 13 and 17, you have permission from a parent or legal guardian to use the App
    • You have the legal capacity to enter into these Terms under the laws of your jurisdiction
    • Your use of the App complies with all applicable laws and regulations

    1.2 Changes to Terms

    We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. When we make changes:

    • We will update the “Last Updated” date
    • We may notify you via in-app notification or email

    Your continued use of the App after changes become effective constitutes your acceptance of the modified Terms.

    2. License Grant

    2.1 Limited License

    Subject to your compliance with these Terms, we grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to:

    • Download and install the App on a device that you own or control
    • Use the App for your personal, non-commercial purposes

    2.2 Restrictions

    You agree NOT to:

    • Copy, modify, or create derivative works of the App or any part of it
    • Reverse engineer, decompile, or disassemble the App
    • Remove or modify any copyright, trademark, or proprietary notices
    • Use the App for any commercial purpose without our prior written consent
    • Rent, lease, lend, sell, or sublicense the App
    • Use the App in violation of any applicable laws or regulations
    • Interfere with or disrupt the App, its servers, or networks
    • Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any part of the App

    2.3 Apple’s Licensed Application End User License Agreement

    This license is also subject to Apple’s Licensed Application End User License Agreement (EULA). You acknowledge and agree that:

    • This license is between you and Endel Sound GmbH only, not Apple
    • Apple is not responsible for providing maintenance or support services for the App
    • Apple is not responsible for addressing any claims relating to the App or your use of the App
    • Apple is a third-party beneficiary of this license and may enforce it against you

    3. Intellectual Property Rights

    3.1 Ownership

    The App and all content, features, and functionality (including but not limited to audio patches, sound generation algorithms, text, graphics, logos, user interface design, and software code) are owned by Endel Sound GmbH, its licensors, or other providers of such material and are protected by copyright, trademark, patent, trade secret, and other intellectual property laws.

    3.2 Trademarks

    “Endel Rituals,” “Endel,” and associated logos are trademarks of Endel Sound GmbH. You may not use these trademarks without our prior written consent.

    3.3 Feedback

    If you provide us with feedback, suggestions, or ideas about the App (“Feedback”), you grant us a worldwide, perpetual, irrevocable, royalty-free license to use, reproduce, modify, and commercialize the Feedback without compensation or attribution to you.

    4. User Content and Shared Sessions

    4.1 Your Content

    You retain ownership of any content you create using the App, including:

    • Session notes and reflections
    • Personal emotional entries
    • Custom session configurations and audio patch selections

    4.2 Shared Sessions (Circle Tab)

    When you contribute audio patches or other content to shared sessions:

    License Grant:

    You grant Endel Sound GmbH a worldwide, non-exclusive, royalty-free, sublicensable, and transferable license to:

    • Host and distribute your contributions
    • Display your contributions to other users within the App
    • Use your contributions to improve and develop the App
    • Include anonymized or aggregated forms of your contributions in promotional materials

    Your email address may be visible to other participants when you contribute to shared sessions, if you choose to provide it.

    Representations:

    • You have the right to contribute the content
    • Your contributions do not violate any laws or third-party rights
    • Your contributions do not contain harmful, offensive, or inappropriate material

    No Compensation:
    You acknowledge that you will not receive compensation for your contributions to shared sessions.

    Community Guidelines:

    You agree NOT to contribute content that:

    • Is illegal, harmful, threatening, abusive, harassing, or hateful
    • Infringes any intellectual property or proprietary rights
    • Contains malware, viruses, or other harmful code
    • Is designed to harass, intimidate, or harm other users
    • Violates any applicable laws or regulations

    4.3 Content Removal

    We reserve the right, but are not obligated, to remove any user content that violates these Terms or is otherwise objectionable, without prior notice.

    5. Health and Wellness Disclaimer

    5.1 Not Medical Advice

    Endel Rituals is designed for general wellness and emotional regulation purposes only. The App is not:

    • A medical device
    • A substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment
    • Intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease or condition
    • Suitable for treating mental health conditions

    You should not rely on the App as a substitute for professional healthcare. Always seek the advice of a physician or other qualified healthcare provider with any questions regarding a medical condition or mental health concern.

    5.2 Use at Your Own Risk

    Your use of the App is at your sole risk. Results may vary between individuals. We do not guarantee any specific outcomes or improvements in emotional state or wellness.

    6. Subscriptions and Payments

    If the App offers subscriptions or in-app purchases:

    • Fees and pricing are displayed within the App or App Store listing
    • Payments are processed through the Apple App Store using your Apple ID account
    • Subscriptions may automatically renew unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period
    • Refunds are handled according to Apple’s refund policies; we do not process refunds directly

    7. Privacy and Data Protection

    Your use of the App is subject to our Privacy Policy, which explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information.

    By using the App, you consent to the collection and processing of your information as described in the Privacy Policy.

    8. Third-Party Services and Links

    8.1 Third-Party Content

    The App may include content or integrations provided by third parties, such as open-source libraries, licensed audio assets, or API services. We are not responsible for third-party content or services.

    8.2 External Links

    The App may contain links to third-party websites or services. We do not endorse and are not responsible for:

    • The content on such websites
    • The privacy practices of such third parties
    • Any products or services they offer

    Your use of third-party websites or services is at your own risk and subject to their terms and policies.

    9. Disclaimer of Warranties

    TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, THE APP IS PROVIDED ON AN “AS IS” AND “AS AVAILABLE” BASIS, WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, WHETHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO:

    • IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY
    • FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE
    • NON-INFRINGEMENT
    • ACCURACY OR COMPLETENESS OF CONTENT

    WE DO NOT WARRANT THAT:

    • The App will meet your requirements
    • The App will be uninterrupted, timely, secure, or error-free
    • The results obtained from use of the App will be accurate or reliable
    • Any defects or errors will be corrected

    10. Limitation of Liability

    TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, ENDEL SOUND GMBH SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY:

    • INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES
    • LOSS OF PROFITS, REVENUE, DATA, OR BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES

    IN NO EVENT SHALL OUR TOTAL LIABILITY TO YOU FOR ALL CLAIMS ARISING OUT OF OR RELATING TO THESE TERMS OR YOUR USE OF THE APP EXCEED THE GREATER OF (A) THE AMOUNTS YOU PAID TO US (IF ANY) IN THE 12 MONTHS PRIOR TO THE CLAIM, OR (B) EUR 100.

    Some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of certain damages, so the above limitations may not apply to you.

    11. Indemnification

    You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Endel Sound GmbH, its officers, directors, employees, and agents from any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, and expenses (including reasonable attorneys’ fees) arising out of or related to:

    • Your use or misuse of the App
    • Your violation of these Terms
    • Your violation of any third-party rights
    • Your content or contributions to shared sessions

    12. Termination

    12.1 Termination by You

    You may terminate your use of the App at any time by deleting the App from your device. If account deletion functionality is available, you may also delete your account from within the App.

    12.2 Termination by Us

    We may suspend or terminate your access to the App, with or without notice, if:

    • You violate these Terms
    • You engage in fraudulent or illegal activity
    • Your actions harm or threaten to harm other users or our operations
    • We decide to discontinue the App

    12.3 Effect of Termination

    Upon termination:

    • Your right to use the App will immediately cease
    • You must delete the App from your devices
    • We may delete your account and associated data, subject to legal retention obligations

    13. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

    These Terms and any disputes arising out of or related to them are governed by the laws of Germany, without regard to its conflict of law principles.

    You agree to submit to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts located in Berlin, Germany, to resolve any legal matter arising from these Terms or your use of the App.

    14. General Provisions

    14.1 Entire Agreement

    These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy and any other legal notices provided within the App, constitute the entire agreement between you and Endel Sound GmbH regarding your use of the App.

    14.2 Severability

    If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid or unenforceable, that provision shall be enforced to the maximum extent permissible, and the remaining provisions will remain in full force and effect.

    14.3 Waiver

    Our failure to enforce any right or provision of these Terms shall not be deemed a waiver of such right or provision.

    14.4 Assignment

    You may not assign or transfer these Terms, by operation of law or otherwise, without our prior written consent. We may assign these Terms at our discretion.

    14.5 Force Majeure

    We shall not be liable for any failure to perform resulting from any cause beyond our reasonable control, including but not limited to acts of God, war, terrorism, pandemics, labor disputes, internet failures, or governmental actions.

    15. Contact Information

    If you have questions or concerns about these Terms or the App, you can contact us at:

    Endel Sound GmbH
    Sophienstr. 21
    10178 Berlin
    Germany
    Email: rituals@endel.io

    16. Acknowledgment

    By using Endel Rituals, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service and our Privacy Policy.

    Effective Date: November 13, 2025
    Last Updated: November 13, 2025

  • Privacy Policy for Endel Rituals

    1. Introduction

    Endel Rituals (“we,” “us,” “our”) is committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring that you understand how we collect, use, and safeguard your personal information.

    This Privacy Policy explains:

    • What information we collect
    • How we use and share your information
    • Your rights and choices
    • How we protect your data

    By using Endel Rituals (the “App”), you agree to the data practices described in this Policy.

    2. Information We Collect

    2.1 Personal Information You Provide

    Email Address (Optional)

    • Collected when you participate in shared sessions (Circle tab)
    • Used to identify your contributions to the community
    • May be visible to other participants if you submit content
    • The App can be used without providing an email

    Session Data (Local to Device)

    Stored locally using SwiftData, including:

    • Emotional states before and after sessions
    • Session duration and timestamps
    • Audio patch selections
    • Personal notes and reflections
    • Session ratings (1–5 stars)

    2.2 Automatically Collected Information

    Device Information

    • Device model and manufacturer
    • Operating system version
    • App version
    • Device identifiers

    Usage Data

    • Session start time, duration, completion
    • Screen views and navigation patterns
    • Button taps and interactions
    • Audio playback events

    Push Notification Token

    • Device token for sending push notifications
    • Used only for shared session updates and reminder notifications

    2.3 Information We Do NOT Collect

    Endel Rituals does not collect:

    • Precise or approximate location data
    • Camera or photo library access
    • Contact lists
    • Microphone recordings
    • Biometric identifiers
    • HealthKit or other health data

    3. How We Use Your Information

    3.1 Provide App Functionality

    • Display session history and emotional patterns
    • Generate personalized session experiences
    • Support shared sessions in the Circle tab
    • Enable optional iCloud sync of session history

    3.2 Notifications

    • Notify you of shared session availability
    • Send session reminders (if enabled)
    • Not used for advertising or marketing

    3.3 Analytics and Improvement

    • Understand how users interact with the App
    • Identify bugs and performance issues
    • Improve usability and feature quality

    3.4 Compliance and Safety

    • Protect against misuse and fraudulent activity
    • Comply with legal obligations
    • Enforce our Terms of Service

    4. How We Share Your Information

    4.1 Third-Party Services

    We use trusted third-party providers to support the App, such as:

    • Analytics tools
    • Crash reporting services
    • Cloud hosting providers

    We share only the minimum necessary data and never for advertising purposes.

    4.2 Shared Sessions (Circle Tab)

    If you contribute patches or sessions:

    • Your contributions become visible to the community
    • Your email (if provided) may be visible to other participants
    • Emotion, duration, and similar metadata may be shared anonymously
    • You retain ownership of your contributions

    You grant us a license to distribute your contributions within the App.

    4.3 Legal Requirements

    We may disclose information as necessary to:

    • Comply with laws or governmental requests
    • Respond to subpoenas or court orders
    • Investigate security concerns or fraud
    • Protect our rights and the safety of users

    4.4 Business Transfers

    In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred to the acquiring entity.

    5. Data Storage and Security

    5.1 Storage Locations

    Local Storage

    • Session data stored locally on your device
    • Protected by iOS system encryption

    iCloud Storage (Optional)

    • Sync session history across your devices
    • Managed under your Apple ID and iCloud settings

    Server Storage

    • Analytics and diagnostic data stored on secure servers
    • Encrypted in transit using TLS/SSL

    5.2 Security

    We use industry-standard protections, including:

    • Encryption in transit and at rest
    • Access controls
    • Secure coding practices
    • Periodic security audits

    No system is 100% secure; we cannot guarantee absolute protection.

    6. Data Retention

    • Session Data: Stored on your device indefinitely until you delete it. You may delete individual sessions or all data.
    • Analytics Data: Retained for up to 24 months and may be aggregated and anonymized thereafter.
    • Account Data: Email addresses retained while you participate in shared sessions and deleted upon request.

    7. Your Rights and Choices

    7.1 Access and Update

    You can:

    • View your session history
    • Edit or delete sessions
    • Adjust settings in Profile → Settings

    7.2 Delete Your Data

    Delete Individual Sessions
    Swipe left on a session and tap “Delete”.

    Delete All Data
    Go to Settings → Privacy Settings → Delete All Data.

    Delete iCloud Data
    Manage your iCloud storage under device Settings → iCloud → Manage Storage → Endel Rituals.

    7.3 Communication Preferences

    Push Notifications
    You can disable push notifications in the App settings or your device notification settings.

    7.4 GDPR Rights (EU Users)

    If you are in the EEA, you have the right to:

    • Access your personal data
    • Request correction of inaccurate data
    • Request deletion of your data
    • Request restriction of processing
    • Object to processing
    • Request data portability
    • Withdraw consent at any time

    To exercise these rights, contact us at rituals@endel.io.

    7.5 CCPA Rights (California Users)

    If you are a California resident, you may:

    • Request disclosure of the personal information we collected about you in the last 12 months
    • Request deletion of your personal information (subject to legal exceptions)
    • Request information about our data practices
    • Not be discriminated against for exercising your rights

    We do not “sell” personal information as defined under the CCPA.

    To exercise your rights, contact us at rituals@endel.io.

    7.6 Do Not Track

    The App does not respond to Do Not Track (DNT) signals.

    8. Children’s Privacy

    The App is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.

    If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us at rituals@endel.io. We will delete such information from our systems.

    9. International Transfers

    Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. These countries may have different data protection laws.

    Where required, we use appropriate safeguards, such as Standard Contractual Clauses and encryption in transit.

    10. Third-Party Links

    The App may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those third parties. We encourage you to review their privacy policies.

    11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

    We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we do:

    • We will update the “Last Updated” date at the top of this page.
    • We may notify you via in-app notification.

    Your continued use of the App after changes become effective constitutes your acceptance of the revised Privacy Policy.

    12. Health and Wellness Disclaimer

    Endel Rituals is designed for general wellness and emotional regulation purposes only. It is not intended to:

    • Diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease or condition
    • Replace professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment
    • Serve as a medical device

    If you have concerns about your mental or physical health, please consult a qualified healthcare provider.

    13. Contact Us

    If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal information, you can contact us at:

    Endel Sound GmbH
    Sophienstr. 21
    10178 Berlin
    Germany
    Email: rituals@endel.io

    We typically respond within 30 days, subject to legal requirements.

    Effective Date: November 13, 2025
    Last Updated: November 13, 2025