Terms of Use
These terms apply to the Goodwhile iOS app. By using Goodwhile you agree to them. Apple's standard Licensed Application End User License Agreement also applies.
What Goodwhile does
Goodwhile lets you make a promise to step away from apps and websites you choose, for a duration you choose, using Apple's Screen Time technology to shield them for that period. It is a self-management tool: you decide what to shield, for how long, and how strict to be.
What Goodwhile doesn't promise
- Shields rely on Apple's Screen Time system and your device settings. We work hard to keep your word with you, but we can't guarantee that a shield can never be circumvented (for example, by revoking Screen Time permission in Settings or removing the app), and we make no claim of tamper-proofness.
- Goodwhile is not a medical, psychological, or therapeutic product and makes no health claims.
Strictness tiers
You choose a strictness when making each promise. Flexible promises can be released at any time. Steady promises can be released after a 24-hour cooling-off period, with a 24-hour window to confirm. Ironclad promises cannot be released in the app before their end date — by design. Please choose ironclad thoughtfully; we cannot end an ironclad promise early for you.
Subscriptions and purchases
- Goodwhile offers auto-renewing subscriptions (weekly, with a free trial where offered, and annual) and a one-time lifetime unlock, called Goodwhile Pro.
- Payment is charged to your Apple account. Subscriptions renew automatically unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period; manage or cancel them in your Apple account settings. Any unused trial period is forfeited when you purchase a subscription.
- Some promise types (longer than 24 hours, scheduled, or recurring) require an active Pro subscription and are kept while your subscription is active. If Pro ends, those promises are released; promises available on the free tier always run to completion.
- Refunds are handled by Apple under their standard policies.
Acceptable use
Goodwhile is for managing your own device. Don't use it to manage another adult's device, and don't use it in ways that violate law or Apple's terms.
Liability
Goodwhile is provided "as is". To the maximum extent permitted by law, we are not liable for indirect or consequential damages arising from your use of the app, including the effects of apps being shielded or unshielded at any particular time. Our total liability is limited to the amount you paid for the app in the past twelve months.
Changes
We may update these terms; the date above reflects the latest version. Continued use after changes means you accept them.
Contact
Questions? Email vikicorehq@gmail.com.