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YOMI READING APP - TERMS AND CONDITIONS

UPDATED: APRIL 22, 2025

1. General

1.1 Yomi Reading App ("Application") is an interactive reading companion application provided by Interlinear Oy ("Service Provider") that helps children develop reading skills through engaging content and a virtual reading companion.

1.2 These terms define the conditions related to the use of the Application between the user ("User," which includes both child users and their parents/guardians) and the Service Provider.

1.3 By using the Application, the User accepts these terms and agrees to comply with them. For child users, the parent or guardian accepts these terms on behalf of the child.

2. Right of Use

2.1 The Service Provider grants the User a limited, personal, non-transferable right to use the Application according to these terms.

2.2 The right of use is valid until further notice, and the Service Provider may revoke it if the User violates these terms.

2.3 Parents or guardians are responsible for monitoring their child's use of the Application and ensuring compliance with these terms.

3. Application Use

3.1 The Application is intended for educational and personal use only.

3.2 Using the Application requires:

  • A mobile device and internet connection
  • Device storage access permissions

3.3 The Application uses energy systems and reading points as part of its functionality. These virtual elements:

  • Have no monetary value
  • Cannot be transferred to other users
  • Cannot be redeemed for cash or other consideration
  • May be adjusted, modified, or reset by the Service Provider at any time

4. User Profiles

4.1 The Application allows for the creation of multiple user profiles on a single device.

4.2 Parents/guardians are responsible for:

  • Creating and managing all user profiles
  • Supervising child users' activities
  • All activity that occurs under their profiles

4.3 Users must provide accurate information when creating profiles.

5. Reading Content and Rights

5.1 The Application provides age-appropriate reading materials for child users.

5.2 All reading materials provided within the Application are either:

  • Owned by the Service Provider, OR
  • Licensed for use within the Application, OR
  • In the public domain

5.3 Reading Sessions

When using the Application:

  • The Application tracks reading sessions and progress
  • Reading activity data is stored in the Service Provider's database
  • If audio recordings are made during reading sessions, these are also stored in the Service Provider's database
  • All data is linked only to a device ID and does not contain personally identifiable information
  • Reading statistics and recordings are accessible to all users of the same device

6. User Responsibility

6.1 The User is solely responsible for:

  • The selection and management of user profiles
  • All activity that occurs on their device
  • The functionality of their device and internet connection
  • Supervising children's use of the Application

6.2 The User agrees not to:

  • Share account credentials with unauthorized persons
  • Use the Application for commercial purposes
  • Attempt to bypass the Application's technical limitations
  • Interfere with the operation of the Application
  • Upload inappropriate content to the Application

7. Data Collection and Privacy

7.1 User Data

The Application collects and processes certain user data, including:

  • Profile information (username, avatar selection)
  • Reading performance metrics
  • Application usage statistics
  • Reading session data
  • Audio recordings (if applicable)

7.2 Children's Privacy

The Service Provider is committed to protecting children's privacy and complies with applicable children's online privacy protection regulations. The Application:

  • Does not collect personally identifiable information
  • Uses only device IDs to associate data
  • Limits data collection to only what is necessary to provide the service
  • Does not display third-party advertisements to child users
  • Does not allow children to share personal information publicly

7.3 All user data:

  • Is stored securely in the Service Provider's database
  • Is linked only to device IDs, not personal information
  • Is used to enhance the user experience and provide progress tracking
  • Is not sold or shared with third parties for marketing purposes
  • May be retained for the purpose of app functionality and improvement

7.4 The Service Provider may collect anonymous analytics data essential for the operation and improvement of the Application.

8. Intellectual Property Rights

8.1 All intellectual property rights related to the Application, including but not limited to the Yomi character, graphics, software code, user interface, and content provided by the Service Provider, belong to the Service Provider.

8.2 Users may not:

  • Copy, modify, or distribute any content from the Application without permission
  • Reverse engineer, decompile, or disassemble the Application
  • Remove any copyright, trademark, or other proprietary notices
  • Use the Yomi character or other intellectual property outside the Application

9. Energy System and Character Evolution

9.1 The Application includes a virtual energy system and character evolution features that:

  • Track reading progress through "energy" points
  • Allow the Yomi character to evolve based on reading achievements
  • Decay over time to encourage regular reading

9.2 The Service Provider reserves the right to:

  • Modify the energy system parameters
  • Adjust the character evolution mechanisms
  • Add or remove features related to these systems

9.3 Energy and evolution progress are stored in the user's profile and:

  • Have no monetary value
  • Cannot be transferred between accounts
  • May be reset or adjusted for technical reasons

10. Limitation of Liability

10.1 The Application is provided "as is" without warranties of any kind.

10.2 The Service Provider is not responsible for:

  • Uninterrupted operation of the Application
  • Error-free operation of the Application
  • Reading progress tracking accuracy
  • Data loss in the event of technical failures
  • Indirect or direct damages resulting from use of the Application

10.3 The Service Provider's maximum liability shall be limited to the amount paid by the User for the Application (if any).

11. Changes to the Application and Terms

11.1 The Service Provider reserves the right to:

  • Change these terms
  • Modify the features of the Application
  • Update the content library
  • Discontinue offering the Application or specific features

11.2 Changes will be announced in the Application or via the parent/guardian's registered email.

11.3 Continued use of the Application after such changes constitutes acceptance of the modified terms.

12. Cancellation and Termination

12.1 The User may stop using the Application at any time.

12.2 The Service Provider may terminate the User's access if:

  • The User violates these terms
  • The Service Provider discontinues the Application
  • Technical or operational issues require such termination

12.3 Upon termination:

  • The User's right to use the Application ends
  • User data may be retained according to our Privacy Policy
  • The Service Provider is not obligated to provide refunds

13. Applicable Law and Dispute Resolution

13.1 Finnish law applies to these terms.

13.2 Any disputes will primarily be resolved through negotiations.

13.3 If negotiations fail, disputes shall be resolved in the courts of Finland.

14. Contact Information

14.1 Questions and contact details:

  • Interlinear Oy
  • Albertinkatu 26-28
  • elina.patjas@interlinear.tech
  • Business ID: 3523811-5

Last updated: Tue 22 of April