Terms of Service

Last updated: 12/11/2024

Agreement to Terms

By accessing or using MyAllergies ("the Service"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service ("Terms"). If you disagree with any part of these terms, you do not have permission to access the Service.
These Terms constitute a legally binding agreement between you and MyAllergies regarding your access to and use of the Service. Please read them carefully.
Your access to and use of the Service is also conditioned on your acceptance of and compliance with our Privacy Policy. Please review our Privacy Policy carefully before using the Service.
By using the Service, you represent that you are at least 18 years old, or that you are at least 13 years old and have your parent or guardian's permission to use the Service.

Important Medical and Allergy Disclaimers

Please read these important disclaimers about the Service:

Medical and Allergy Disclaimer

The Service is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment
Always seek the advice of qualified healthcare providers for questions about allergies
Never disregard professional medical advice because of something you have read on the Service
If you think you may have a medical emergency, call your doctor or emergency services immediately
We do not recommend or endorse any specific tests, physicians, products, procedures, or treatments
The Service is an informational tool only and should not be relied upon for medical decisions
Always carry proper medical identification and emergency contact information
Verify all allergy information with restaurants and food providers directly
Food preparation methods, ingredients, and cross-contamination risks may vary
Reliance on any information provided by the Service is solely at your own risk

Accuracy of Information

We make reasonable efforts to ensure information accuracy but make no guarantees
Restaurant and product information may be incomplete or outdated
Allergen information may change without notice
Menu items and ingredients may vary by location and over time
Cross-contamination may occur in food preparation
Users must independently verify all information
We are not responsible for any errors or omissions in content
We reserve the right to modify or discontinue any content without notice
User-generated content may not be verified or accurate

Service Description and Subscription Terms

Understanding our service offerings and subscription terms:

Service Features

Free accounts include one editable allergy list
Premium Single-User accounts include themes and AI tools
Premium Family accounts allow multiple organized lists
Physical allergy cards may be available for purchase
QR code sharing is available for all accounts
Global translations for known allergens
Guest access is limited to viewing and creating non-editable lists

Subscription and Payment Terms

Payments are processed securely through Stripe
Subscriptions are billed automatically on a recurring basis
You authorize us to charge your payment method
Prices are subject to change with notice
Failed payments may result in service interruption
Cancellations must be made before billing cycle ends
No refunds for partial subscription periods
Physical card orders are billed separately from subscriptions
Shipping costs are non-refundable

User Responsibilities and Account Terms

As a user of the Service, you agree to the following:

Account Requirements

You must provide accurate and complete registration information
You are responsible for maintaining the security of your account
You must immediately notify us of any unauthorized account access
You may not share your account credentials with others
You must be at least 13 years old to use the Service
Users under 18 must have parental consent
You are responsible for all activities under your account
You must keep payment information current and accurate

Content and Usage Rules

You agree not to:
Post false or misleading allergy information
Share accounts or subscription access
Create multiple free accounts to avoid subscription fees
Resell or redistribute physical allergy cards
Use the Service for emergency medical services
Upload content that infringes on others' rights
Attempt to reverse engineer the Service
Use automated systems to access the Service
Interfere with other users' access to the Service

Physical Products and Shipping

Terms regarding physical allergy cards and shipping:

Physical Products

Physical allergy cards are produced and shipped as ordered
Card designs and materials may vary
We do not guarantee specific delivery dates
Lost or damaged cards may be replaced at our discretion
Custom designs must comply with our content guidelines
Bulk orders may have additional terms
Cards are non-transferable and non-resellable

Shipping Terms

Shipping costs are calculated at checkout
International shipping may incur additional fees
Delivery times are estimates only
We are not responsible for shipping delays
Address accuracy is customer responsibility
Lost packages must be reported within 30 days
Replacement shipping costs may apply

Liability and Risk

Understanding your risks and our liability limitations:

Assumption of Risk

By using the Service, you expressly acknowledge and assume all risks, including:
Risk of allergic reactions
Risks from inaccurate or incomplete information
Risks from reliance on user-generated content
Technical risks and service interruptions
Risk of data loss or breach
Risks related to third-party services
Risks from physical card usage
Risks from QR code sharing
You agree that these risks are inherent to the Service and cannot be eliminated.

Limitation of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW:
We are not liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages
Our total liability shall not exceed the amount you paid us in the past 12 months
We are not liable for any allergic reactions or medical emergencies
We are not liable for any decisions made based on the Service
We are not liable for any third-party content or services
We do not guarantee the accuracy of AI recommendations
We are not liable for physical card delivery issues
We are not liable for subscription payment issues

Binding Arbitration

PLEASE READ THIS SECTION CAREFULLY. IT AFFECTS YOUR LEGAL RIGHTS:

Agreement to Arbitrate

You agree that any dispute, claim, or controversy arising out of or relating to these Terms or the Service shall be determined by binding arbitration. This arbitration provision:
Prevents you from suing in court or participating in a class action lawsuit
Applies to all claims, whether based in contract, tort, statute, or other legal theory
Continues to apply even after you stop using the Service
Includes disputes about these Terms or the Service
Covers all aspects of the Service including subscriptions and physical products
The arbitration will be conducted by the American Arbitration Association (AAA) under its rules.

Arbitration Procedures

Arbitration will be conducted in English
The arbitration will be conducted by a single arbitrator
The arbitration will be conducted in Texas, USA
The arbitrator's decision will be final and binding
The arbitrator can award any relief that a court could
Each party will bear its own costs unless otherwise required by law
Class action lawsuits and class-wide arbitrations are not permitted
Small claims court cases are exempt from arbitration

Intellectual Property

Understanding our intellectual property rights:

Ownership

All Service content is owned by us or our licensors
Our trademarks and trade dress may not be used without permission
You retain ownership of your personal allergy information
We own all rights to AI-generated recommendations
Physical card designs are our intellectual property
The Service code and design are protected by copyright
User feedback may be used without compensation

License to Use

We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to:
Access and use the Service for personal use
Create and share allergy lists
Use AI recommendations features (premium users)
Order and use physical allergy cards
Share content through the Service's sharing features
This license is conditioned on your compliance with these Terms and current subscription status.

Privacy and Data

Your privacy and data protection rights:
We collect and process data as described in our Privacy Policy
Medical and allergy information is handled with extra care
We use industry-standard security measures
Data may be shared with service providers
You control sharing of your allergy information
We retain data as required by law
You can request data deletion
We may anonymize data for research

Termination

We may terminate or suspend your account and access to the Service:

Termination Grounds

For violations of these Terms
For providing false allergy information
For subscription payment failures
For abuse of the Service or other users
At our sole discretion without notice
Upon your written request
For extended periods of inactivity

Effect of Termination

Upon termination:
Your right to access the Service will immediately cease
Subscription fees may not be refunded
We may delete your account and content
Physical card orders may be cancelled
You remain liable for all amounts due
All terms that should survive termination will survive
You must destroy any downloaded materials

Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. We will notify you of any changes by:
Posting the new Terms on this page
Sending an email to the address associated with your account
Displaying a notice in your account dashboard
Requiring acceptance upon next login
Your continued use of the Service after any changes constitutes acceptance of the new Terms. If you do not agree to the changes, you must stop using the Service and cancel any subscriptions.

Contact Information

If you have any questions about these Terms, please contact us:
For Legal: [email protected]
For Support: [email protected]
For emergency situations, please contact emergency services directly.
MyAllergies
PO Box 492
Rockwall, TX 75087

These terms of service were last updated on December 11, 2024. If you have any questions about our terms, please contact us.