Terms & Conditions

You must be at least 18 years old and the parent or legal guardian of any child whose profile you create. By using the service, you confirm that you meet these requirements and that the information you provide is accurate.

You are responsible for keeping your account credentials, including your password and parent PIN, confidential, and for all activity that happens under your account.

Tube Guard lets parents search for YouTube channels, approve the channels they trust, create child profiles, and set viewing controls such as daily watch limits and bedtime schedules. Children using a profile can watch videos only from channels the parent has approved.

We may add, change, or remove features at any time, and we may set or adjust limits on the service to keep it running reliably.

Tube Guard offers paid subscriptions that unlock its full features. By starting a subscription, you agree to the pricing, billing, and renewal terms presented to you at the point of purchase and described below.

Free trial

• check_circleNew accounts may receive a free trial (currently 5 days) that begins when you create your account. During the trial you can use the service without payment, and we do not require payment details to start it.
• check_circleIf you do not subscribe, paid features stop when the trial ends. We may change or withdraw trial offers at any time, and trials are generally limited to one per customer or household.

Billing and automatic renewal

• check_circleDepending on how you obtained the app, your subscription is billed either through the app store you downloaded it from (such as the Amazon Appstore or Apple App Store) or directly through our subscription and payment provider (RevenueCat).
• check_circleSubscriptions are offered on a recurring basis (for example, monthly or yearly). Unless you cancel, they renew automatically at the end of each billing period, and the payment method on file is charged the then-current price, plus any applicable taxes.

Price changes

We may change subscription prices. Where required, we will give you advance notice, and any change will apply from your next renewal. If you do not accept a new price, you can cancel before it takes effect.

Cancellation

• check_circleYou can cancel at any time. If you subscribed through an app store, manage or cancel the subscription through that store account; if you subscribed directly, cancel from your account settings or by contacting us.
• check_circleWhen you cancel, you keep access until the end of your current paid period, and the subscription will not renew after that. Cancelling during the free trial, before it ends, means you will not be charged.

Refunds

• check_circleBecause we offer a free trial so you can evaluate the service before paying, subscription payments are generally non-refundable, including for partial billing periods and unused time.
• check_circleIf you purchased through an app store, refund requests are handled by that store under its own policies, and we may be unable to issue refunds directly.
• check_circleNothing in this section affects any statutory rights you have as a consumer, including any cancellation or refund rights under applicable consumer protection laws, which we will always honour.
• check_circleWe may also choose to provide a refund or account credit at our discretion.

You are in control of, and responsible for, the channels you approve and the settings you configure for each child profile. Tube Guard is a tool to help you manage your child's viewing — it is not a substitute for parental supervision.

• check_circleYou decide which channels are approved and can remove them at any time.
• check_circleYou are responsible for reviewing channels before approving them.
• check_circleContent within an approved channel may change over time, as channels are operated by independent third parties.

The service relies on YouTube API Services to discover channels and retrieve video content. By using the service, you also agree to be bound by the YouTube Terms of Service.

We do not own, host, create, or control YouTube videos or channels. All such content belongs to its respective owners and is subject to YouTube's own terms and policies. We are not responsible for the availability, accuracy, or suitability of third-party content, and channels may change, add, or remove videos at any time.

You agree not to:

• check_circleUse the service for any unlawful purpose or in breach of these Terms or the YouTube Terms of Service.
• check_circleAttempt to bypass parent controls, security measures, or access restrictions.
• check_circleInterfere with, disrupt, or attempt to gain unauthorised access to the service or its systems.
• check_circleCopy, scrape, resell, or misuse data obtained through the service.

The service, including its design, software, branding, and content we create (excluding third-party content such as YouTube videos), is owned by us or our licensors and is protected by intellectual property laws. We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable right to use the service for its intended personal, family purpose.

The service is provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis. While we work hard to help you create a safer viewing experience, we cannot guarantee that every video within an approved channel will be suitable for your child, that the service will be uninterrupted or error-free, or that third-party content will always be available.

To the fullest extent permitted by law, we disclaim all warranties, whether express or implied, including fitness for a particular purpose and non-infringement.

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Tube Guard and its operators will not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, or for any loss arising from your use of, or inability to use, the service or any third-party content accessed through it. Nothing in these Terms limits liability that cannot be limited under applicable law.

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Tube Guard and its operators from any claims, losses, or expenses arising out of your misuse of the service or your breach of these Terms.

You may stop using the service and delete your account at any time. We may suspend or terminate your access if you breach these Terms or if we reasonably believe it is necessary to protect the service or its users. On termination, your right to use the service ends, and we may delete associated data in line with our Privacy Policy.

We may update these Terms from time to time. When we make material changes, we will update the "Last updated" date above and, where appropriate, notify you. Your continued use of the service after changes take effect means you accept the updated Terms.

These Terms are governed by the laws of England and Wales, and any disputes will be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of England and Wales, unless a different mandatory law applies to you as a consumer.

If you have any questions about these Terms, contact us at support@appeffects.co.uk.