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Terms of Service

Homestead

Last updated: August 7, 2026

1.Acceptance of Terms

By downloading, installing, or using Homestead (the "App"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service ("Terms"). If you do not agree to all of these Terms, do not use the App. We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time, effective immediately upon posting. Your continued use of the App constitutes acceptance of updated Terms.

2.License and Use

We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to download and use the App on your personal device for personal use only. You may not:

  • Reproduce, modify, or create derivative works based on the App
  • Distribute, sublicense, or transfer the App or any part thereof
  • Reverse-engineer, decompile, or attempt to extract the source code
  • Use the App for any commercial or competitive purpose
  • Remove or alter any copyright, trademark, or proprietary notices

3.Subscription Terms

3.1Free Trial and Billing

If you choose an annual subscription plan, you are eligible for a 7-day free trial. To use the free trial, you must provide a valid payment method to Apple App Store. You will not be charged during the trial period. At the end of the 7-day trial, your payment method will be charged the full annual subscription price unless you cancel before the charge date.

3.2Cancellation

You can cancel your subscription at any time through your Apple App Store account settings before your trial ends. Cancellation will take effect at the end of your current billing period; you will retain access to the App through the end of that period.

3.3No Refunds

Subscription fees are non-refundable except as expressly required by law (e.g., Apple's standard 14-day refund window for App Store purchases). Homestead does not offer refunds for partial subscription periods or for unused features. Your 7-day free trial provides risk-free opportunity to evaluate the App before committing to payment.

3.4Price Changes

We may change subscription prices with 30 days' notice to your registered email. Price increases will apply to your next billing cycle. If you do not agree to a price increase, you may cancel your subscription.

4.Disclaimer of Warranties

HOMESTEAD IS PROVIDED "AS-IS" AND "AS-AVAILABLE" WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED. WE DISCLAIM ALL WARRANTIES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO:

  • IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, OR NON-INFRINGEMENT
  • WARRANTIES THAT THE APP WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED, SECURE, OR ERROR-FREE
  • WARRANTIES THAT RECOMMENDATIONS ARE ACCURATE, COMPLETE, OR SUITABLE FOR YOUR HOME

Homestead is an educational and advisory tool only. It does not constitute professional inspection, licensed contractor advice, or warranty information. You are responsible for verifying all recommendations with qualified professionals before acting on them.

5.Limitation of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, HOMESTEAD SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR:

  • ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES
  • LOSS OF PROFIT, REVENUE, DATA, OR USE
  • DAMAGE TO YOUR HOME, PROPERTY, APPLIANCES, OR SYSTEMS ARISING FROM YOUR USE OF OR RELIANCE ON HOMESTEAD RECOMMENDATIONS
  • ANY ERRORS, OMISSIONS, OR INACCURACIES IN RECOMMENDATIONS

IN NO EVENT SHALL OUR TOTAL LIABILITY EXCEED THE AMOUNT YOU PAID FOR YOUR SUBSCRIPTION IN THE 12 MONTHS PRECEDING THE CLAIM.

SOME JURISDICTIONS DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF LIABILITY FOR CERTAIN TYPES OF DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. IN SUCH CASES, OUR LIABILITY IS LIMITED TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW.

6.User Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Homestead, its founders, officers, employees, agents, and licensors from and against any third-party claims, damages, losses, liabilities, and expenses (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising from:

  • Your use of the App or violation of these Terms
  • Your reliance on or implementation of recommendations provided by Homestead
  • Damage to your home, property, appliances, or systems
  • Personal injury or death resulting from your actions based on Homestead recommendations

7.Assumption of Risk

YOU ACKNOWLEDGE THAT:

  • Following maintenance recommendations from Homestead is entirely your choice and at your own risk
  • Home maintenance can be hazardous and may result in property damage, personal injury, or death
  • Homestead is not a substitute for professional inspection, licensed contractors, or manufacturer guidance
  • You should consult qualified professionals before undertaking any maintenance work or making decisions based on Homestead recommendations
  • Homestead assumes no responsibility for outcomes resulting from your implementation of recommendations

8.Arbitration and Class Action Waiver

8.1Binding Arbitration

Any dispute, claim, or controversy arising from or relating to these Terms, the App, or your use thereof ("Disputes") shall be resolved by binding arbitration, not in court, except as provided in Section 8.3. Arbitration will be conducted under the American Arbitration Association (AAA) Consumer Arbitration Rules. You and Homestead each agree to arbitrate all Disputes, including any claims that would otherwise be pursued in court or via class action.

8.2Arbitration Procedures

The arbitration will be conducted by a single neutral arbitrator in your state of residence. The arbitrator will apply applicable law and may award any relief that would be available in court. Arbitration proceedings will be conducted confidentially. Costs of arbitration will be shared equally between you and Homestead.

8.3Exceptions to Arbitration

Notwithstanding the above, small claims brought in small claims court (if permitted by law) are not subject to arbitration.

8.4Class Action Waiver

YOU AND HOMESTEAD AGREE THAT ANY ARBITRATION OR COURT PROCEEDING SHALL BE CONDUCTED ON AN INDIVIDUAL BASIS ONLY AND NOT AS A CLASS, COLLECTIVE, OR REPRESENTATIVE ACTION. You waive any right to pursue claims on a class-action, collective, or representative basis. The arbitrator cannot combine claims of multiple parties into a single action.

9.Termination

We may suspend or terminate your access to the App at any time, without notice, for:

  • Violation of these Terms
  • Abuse of the App or its features
  • Non-payment of subscription fees
  • Any reason or no reason at all

10.Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of California, without regard to conflict of law principles.

11.Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and Homestead regarding your use of the App and supersede all prior negotiations, representations, and agreements.

12.Severability

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

13.Contact Us

For questions or concerns about these Terms, please contact us at:

  • Email: hello@homesteadapp.io
  • App: Support section within Homestead