Terms of Service
Effective Date: January 15, 2025
Last Updated: January 15, 2025
Agreement to Terms
By accessing or using the "Off By One" mobile application (the "App"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service ("Terms"). If you do not agree to these Terms, you may not use the App.
These Terms constitute a legally binding agreement between you and I JUST WANT LLC ("Company," "we," "us," or "our").
Description of Service
"Off By One" is a mobile application that provides daily coding puzzles where users identify bugs in code snippets. The App helps developers improve their debugging skills through gamified learning experiences.
Core Features
- Daily coding puzzles across multiple programming languages (JavaScript, Java, Python)
- Anonymous user authentication for privacy
- Performance tracking and statistics
- Leaderboard and ranking system
- Progress tracking and completion history
- Daily notifications for new puzzles
Account Registration and Security
Anonymous Authentication
- The App uses anonymous authentication to protect your privacy
- No personal information is required to use the App
- User progress is tied to an anonymous user ID
- Resetting progress creates a new anonymous account
Account Security
- You are responsible for your device security
- Progress is stored locally and on our secure servers
- Account data cannot be transferred between devices
- You may reset your progress at any time through Settings
Acceptable Use Policy
Permitted Uses
- Solve daily coding puzzles for educational purposes
- Track your performance and progress
- Compete on daily leaderboards
- Share general achievements (without revealing personal data)
Prohibited Uses
You may not:
- Use the App for any illegal or unauthorized purpose
- Attempt to hack, reverse engineer, or compromise the App
- Use automated tools or bots to solve puzzles
- Share puzzle solutions before the next day's puzzle is released
- Interfere with the App's operation or other users' experience
- Upload malicious software or code
- Attempt to access other users' data or accounts
Intellectual Property Rights
Our Content
- The App and all content, including puzzles, code snippets, and explanations, are owned by I JUST WANT LLC
- This includes but is not limited to: software, text, code examples, graphics, logos, and trademarks
- You are granted a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to use the App
- You may not copy, modify, distribute, or create derivative works
User Content
- You retain ownership of any feedback or suggestions you provide
- By providing feedback, you grant us a license to use it to improve the App
- No personal data is collected that would constitute "user content"
Educational Use
- Code snippets are provided for educational and puzzle-solving purposes only
- Solutions and explanations are for learning and may not be used commercially
Data Collection and Privacy
Information We Collect
- Anonymous User ID: Generated automatically for progress tracking
- Puzzle Performance Data: Completion times, correct/incorrect answers, and statistics
- Device Information: Device type, OS version for compatibility
- Usage Analytics: App usage patterns for improvement (via Sentry)
- Notification Preferences: Whether you've enabled daily notifications
What We Don't Collect
- No email addresses, names, or personal information
- No location data beyond general regional information
- No social media profiles or contacts
- No payment information (app is completely free)
Data Usage
- Performance data is used for leaderboards and statistics
- Analytics help us improve the App and fix bugs
- Notification preferences control daily puzzle alerts
- All data is anonymized and cannot be linked to your identity
Third-Party Services
Our App integrates with the following services:
Supabase (Database and Backend)
- Purpose: Stores puzzle data and anonymous user performance
- Data Shared: Anonymous user ID, puzzle completion data
- Privacy Policy: https://supabase.com/privacy
Sentry (Error Monitoring)
- Purpose: Monitors app crashes and errors to improve stability
- Data Shared: Error logs, device information, app version
- Privacy Policy: https://sentry.io/privacy/
Notifee (Push Notifications)
- Purpose: Provides daily puzzle notifications
- Data Shared: Device notification tokens (anonymous)
- Privacy Policy: https://notifee.app/privacy
Disclaimers and Limitations
Educational Purpose
- The App is designed for educational and entertainment purposes
- Code examples are simplified for puzzle purposes and may not represent production-quality code
- Programming advice is for educational purposes only
Service Availability
- The App is provided "as is" and "as available"
- We do not guarantee uninterrupted or error-free service
- Daily puzzles are generated automatically and may occasionally have issues
- We may modify or discontinue features at any time with notice
Performance and Rankings
- Leaderboards and statistics are based on user submissions
- We do not guarantee accuracy of timing measurements across all devices
- Rankings are for entertainment and educational purposes only
Limitation of Liability
TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW:
- WE SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES
- OUR TOTAL LIABILITY SHALL NOT EXCEED $100 USD
- WE ARE NOT LIABLE FOR DAMAGES CAUSED BY THIRD-PARTY SERVICES OR DEVICE ISSUES
- WE ARE NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR DATA LOSS, THOUGH WE IMPLEMENT REASONABLE BACKUP MEASURES
Notifications and Communication
Daily Puzzle Notifications
- You may enable or disable daily puzzle notifications
- Notifications are sent at UTC midnight for global consistency
- Notification preferences are stored locally and on our servers
- You can change notification settings at any time
App Updates
- We may send in-app notifications about important updates
- Critical security updates may be pushed automatically
- Feature updates will be communicated through app store updates
Termination
By You
- You may stop using the App at any time
- You may reset your progress to start fresh
- Uninstalling the App removes local data
By Us
We may suspend access if you:
- Violate these Terms
- Use the App in ways that harm other users or our service
- Attempt to hack or exploit the App
Effect of Termination
- Your right to use the App immediately ceases
- Anonymous user data may be retained for aggregate statistics
- No personal data is retained as none is collected
Changes to Terms
Modifications
- We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time
- Material changes will be communicated through the App
- Continued use after changes constitutes acceptance
- If you disagree with changes, you should stop using the App
Notice Period
- We will provide at least 30 days' notice for material changes
- Minor changes may be implemented immediately
- The "Last Updated" date will reflect the most recent changes
Governing Law and Dispute Resolution
Governing Law
- These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of Illinois
- Any disputes will be resolved in the state and federal courts located in Cook County, Illinois
Informal Resolution
- Before filing a lawsuit, we encourage you to contact us to resolve disputes informally
- Most concerns can be resolved quickly through direct communication
Contact Information
If you have questions about these Terms of Service, please contact us:
Email: jabarickemp@ijustwantagoodjob.com
Company: I JUST WANT LLC
Address: 1035 W Van Buren St, Chicago, IL 60607
Additional Provisions
Severability
If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable, the remaining provisions will remain in full force and effect.
Entire Agreement
These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and I JUST WANT LLC regarding the App.
Open Source Components
The App may include open source software components, each governed by their respective licenses.
App Store Terms
Apple App Store
If you download the App from the Apple App Store, you acknowledge that:
- These Terms are between you and I JUST WANT LLC, not Apple
- Apple is not responsible for the App or its content
- Apple has no obligation to provide support for the App
- Apple is a third-party beneficiary of these Terms
Google Play Store
If you download the App from Google Play Store, you acknowledge that:
- These Terms are between you and I JUST WANT LLC, not Google
- Google is not responsible for the App or its content
- Google has no obligation to provide support for the App
By using the "Off By One" app, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service.
Last updated: January 15, 2025