Terms of Service
Last updated: October 15, 2025
1. Acceptance of Terms
By downloading, installing, accessing, or using PhotoCleaner ("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. Your continued use of the App constitutes acceptance of any modifications to these Terms.
2. Description of Service
PhotoCleaner is a mobile application designed to help users organize their photo library through:
- Intuitive swipe gestures for quick photo organization
- Batch deletion of unwanted photos
- Photo favoriting functionality
- Progress tracking
- AI-powered suggestions (Pro subscription feature)
3. User Accounts and Registration
Your account is automatically created and tied to your device identifier and Apple ID. You are responsible for:
- Maintaining the security of your device
- All activities that occur under your account
- Ensuring your use of the App complies with these Terms
4. Subscription Terms
4.1 Free Plan
- Review up to 50 photos per month
- Basic swipe gestures and organization features
- Batch deletion functionality
- Progress tracking
- No payment required
4.2 Pro Subscription Plans
- Monthly Subscription: $2.99 USD per month
- Annual Subscription: $17.99 USD per year (equivalent to $1.50/month, 50% savings)
Pro features include:
- Unlimited photo reviews (no monthly limit)
- AI blur detection
- Duplicate photo finder
- Screenshot detection
- Advanced statistics and insights
- Priority customer support
4.3 Payment Processing
- All subscriptions are processed through Apple's App Store
- Payment will be charged to your iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase
- Pricing may vary by country and is subject to change
- Prices include applicable VAT/sales tax
4.4 Auto-Renewal
- Subscriptions automatically renew unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period
- Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period
- The renewal cost will be clearly identified
- Subscriptions may be managed by you, and auto-renewal may be turned off, by going to your Account Settings after purchase
4.5 Free Trial
- New Pro subscribers may receive a 7-day free trial (if offered at time of purchase)
- You can cancel anytime during the trial period to avoid being charged
- If you do not cancel, your subscription will automatically begin when the trial ends
- Only one free trial per user/Apple ID
- Free trial may not be available in all regions
4.6 Cancellation and Refunds
- You may cancel your subscription at any time through your iTunes Account Settings
- Cancellation takes effect at the end of the current billing period
- No refunds or credits for partial subscription periods
- Refunds are handled by Apple according to their refund policies
- To request a refund, contact Apple Support or visit reportaproblem.apple.com
5. User Responsibilities and Conduct
You agree to:
- Use the App only for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms
- Not attempt to reverse engineer, decompile, or hack the App
- Not share your account credentials with others
- Not use the App in any way that could damage, disable, or impair the App
- Backup important photos before deleting - We are not responsible for deleted photos
- Not abuse or misuse customer support services
- Comply with all applicable local, state, national, and international laws
6. Photo Deletion and Data Loss
You acknowledge and agree that:
- Deleted photos can be recovered from "Recently Deleted" album within 30 days
- After 30 days, deleted photos are permanently removed and cannot be recovered
- You are solely responsible for maintaining backups of your photos
- PhotoCleaner is not responsible for any loss of photos or data
- We recommend using iCloud Photos or another backup solution
7. Intellectual Property Rights
The App and all content, features, and functionality are owned by PhotoCleaner and are protected by international copyright, trademark, patent, trade secret, and other intellectual property laws.
You are granted a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to use the App for personal, non-commercial purposes, subject to these Terms.
8. Privacy and Data Protection
Your privacy is important to us. Our collection and use of personal information is described in our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated into these Terms by reference. By using the App, you consent to our Privacy Policy.
9. AI Features and Accuracy
Pro subscription includes AI-powered features such as blur detection, duplicate finding, and screenshot identification. You acknowledge that:
- AI features are provided for convenience and may not be 100% accurate
- You should manually verify AI suggestions before deleting photos
- We do not guarantee the accuracy of AI detection results
- AI processing occurs locally on your device
10. Disclaimer of Warranties
THE APP IS PROVIDED "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED.
To the fullest extent permitted by law, we disclaim all warranties, including but not limited to:
- Implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, and non-infringement
- Warranties that the App will be error-free, uninterrupted, or free from viruses
- Warranties regarding the accuracy or reliability of AI features
- Warranties that deleted photos can always be recovered
- Any warranties arising from course of dealing or usage of trade
11. Limitation of Liability
TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, PHOTOCLEANER SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR:
- Loss of photos, data, or content
- Accidental deletion of photos
- Inability to recover deleted photos
- Inaccurate AI detection or suggestions
- Any indirect, incidental, consequential, special, or punitive damages
- Loss of profits, revenue, data, or use
- Damage to device or other property
Our total liability to you shall not exceed the amount you paid for the App subscription in the 12 months preceding the claim, or $50 USD, whichever is less.
12. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless PhotoCleaner, its affiliates, officers, directors, employees, and agents from any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, costs, or expenses (including legal fees) arising from:
- Your use or misuse of the App
- Your violation of these Terms
- Your violation of any third-party rights
- Any content you submit through the App
13. App Updates and Modifications
We reserve the right to:
- Modify, suspend, or discontinue the App at any time
- Update features, pricing, or functionality
- Require you to install updates to continue using the App
- Change these Terms at any time (with notice)
We will make reasonable efforts to notify you of significant changes.
14. Termination
We may terminate or suspend your access to the App immediately, without prior notice, for:
- Violation of these Terms
- Fraudulent activity or abuse
- Chargebacks or payment disputes
- Any other reason at our sole discretion
Upon termination:
- Your right to use the App ceases immediately
- Your subscription will be cancelled
- We may delete your account data after 30 days
15. Governing Law and Jurisdiction
These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Switzerland, without regard to its conflict of law provisions.
Any disputes arising from these Terms or your use of the App shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts located in Switzerland.
16. Dispute Resolution
In the event of a dispute, you agree to first contact us at support@photocleaner.ch to attempt to resolve the dispute informally before pursuing formal legal action.
17. 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.
18. Entire Agreement
These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and PhotoCleaner regarding the App and supersede all prior agreements and understandings.
19. Assignment
We may assign or transfer these Terms and our rights and obligations at any time. You may not assign or transfer these Terms or your rights without our prior written consent.
20. No Waiver
Our failure to enforce any right or provision of these Terms shall not constitute a waiver of such right or provision.
21. Contact Information
If you have questions or concerns about these Terms of Service, please contact us:
Email: support@photocleaner.ch
Website: https://photocleaner.ch
Response Time: Usually within 24-48 hours
22. Apple-Specific Terms
As PhotoCleaner is distributed via the Apple App Store, these additional terms apply:
- You acknowledge that these Terms are between you and PhotoCleaner only, not Apple
- Apple has no obligation to provide support services for the App
- Apple is not responsible for any claims relating to the App
- Apple is a third-party beneficiary of these Terms
- You must comply with Apple's App Store Terms of Service