Terms of Service

Effective date: September 28, 2026

Please read these Terms of Service ("Terms") carefully. These Terms govern your access to and use of the Aarti mobile application (the "App"), provided by Aarti Studio LLC ("Aarti Studio," "we," "us," or "our"), a California limited liability company.

By accessing or using the App, you agree to be bound by these Terms and our Privacy Policy. If you do not agree to these Terms, do not use the App.

1. Eligibility

You must be at least 13 years of age to use the App. If you are a minor in your jurisdiction (or below the age of digital consent where you live), you represent that your parent or legal guardian has reviewed and agreed to these Terms on your behalf and consents to your use of the App.

The AI companion is available only to users 18 and older. If you are under 18, you may use the rest of the App but must not use the AI companion.

2. The Service

Aarti is a companion for Hindu devotional practice. It provides aartis, mantras and japa practice, the daily panchang, festival calendars, scripture reading, audio recitations, practice reminders, and AI-generated devotional guidance. AI responses are generated by third-party AI models, and the AI companion is available only to users 18 and older. Your messages are not used to train AI models; see our Privacy Policy for details on how your data is handled. Subscriptions are purchased inside the App through the Apple App Store or Google Play.

3. Accounts

• You may use the App as a guest; some features require a full account.
• You are responsible for the accuracy of your account information and for keeping your credentials secure. You are responsible for activity under your account.
• You may delete your account at any time in the App's settings. Account deletion removes your personal data as described in our Privacy Policy.

4. Subscriptions, Billing, and Refunds

• Premium features. Certain features of the App require a paid subscription. Available plans, prices, and any free trial terms are displayed before you purchase. Prices are shown in your local currency where supported, and applicable taxes are added at checkout where required.
• Billing. Subscriptions are purchased and billed through the Apple App Store or Google Play. The app store bills you, and your subscription is governed by that store's terms in addition to these Terms. We use a subscription management provider (Superwall) to present plans and manage your access. We do not receive or store your payment card details.
• Auto-renewal. Subscriptions renew automatically at the end of each billing period, at the then-current price, unless you cancel at least 24 hours before the period ends.
• Free trials. If a plan includes a free trial, your subscription begins (and billing starts) when the trial ends, unless you cancel at least 24 hours before then. Any unused portion of a free trial is forfeited when you purchase a subscription.
• Cancellation. Subscriptions are cancelled in your App Store or Google Play subscription settings. Cancellation takes effect at the end of the current billing period and you keep access until then. Deleting the App or your account does not cancel a subscription.
• Refunds. Purchases are subject to Apple's or Google's refund policies, and refund requests must be directed to them. We cannot issue refunds for app store purchases ourselves. Nothing in these Terms limits any statutory rights you have as a consumer where you live.
• Promotional offers. We may offer discounts, extended trials, or other promotions, including by email or push notification. Unless stated otherwise, an offer is limited to one per customer, applies only to the plan and billing period described in the offer, is available only for the stated period, and may be modified or withdrawn before you accept it. Discounted pricing applies to the term described in the offer; subsequent renewals are at the then-current standard price unless the offer says otherwise.
• Price changes. We may change subscription prices. Changes apply no earlier than your next billing period, and we or the app store will notify you in advance as required; if you do not agree, you may cancel before the change takes effect.

5. License to Use the App

Subject to your compliance with these Terms, Aarti Studio grants you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, non-sublicensable, revocable license to download, install, and use the App for your personal, non-commercial use on devices you own or control, as permitted by the applicable app store's usage rules.

6. Intellectual Property Rights

• A. Our content. Content in the App is provided by us or by third parties. The App's features and functionality, its design, the design and structure of the AI companion, our original text and graphics, our logos, and our proprietary code are owned by Aarti Studio LLC or its licensors and are protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.
• B. Sacred texts. The traditional Hindu texts presented within the App (such as aartis, mantras, stotras, and verses from scripture) are historical religious works. Many of these traditional texts are in the public domain, and Aarti Studio makes no claim of ownership over the original sacred texts themselves. Specific recordings, translations, transliterations, or arrangements may belong to their respective owners.
• C. Restrictions. You agree not to copy, modify, distribute, sell, or lease any part of the App or its intellectual property, and not to reverse engineer, decompile, or attempt to extract the source code of the App, except to the extent applicable law permits it despite this restriction.
• D. Copyright complaints. We respect the rights of copyright holders. If you believe content in the App infringes your copyright, email support@tryaarti.com with: (i) your name and contact details; (ii) a description of the copyrighted work; (iii) a description of the content in the App you believe infringes it and where it appears; (iv) a statement that you have a good faith belief the use is not authorized by the owner, its agent, or the law; (v) a statement, under penalty of perjury, that the information in your notice is accurate and that you are the owner or authorized to act for the owner; and (vi) your physical or electronic signature. We will review each complete notice and remove or disable content we find to be infringing.

7. Your Content and Feedback

• A. Your content. You retain any rights you have in the messages you send to the AI companion and in the display name and photo you add to your profile. If the App offers features that show your display name or photo to other users, they will be shown there as the feature describes. You grant us a limited, non-exclusive, royalty-free, worldwide license to process, store, reproduce, and transmit this content solely as needed to operate the App and provide the service to you (including transmitting your messages to our AI provider to generate a response). We do not use your messages to train AI models, and this license ends when the content is deleted (for example, when you delete your account), except for copies retained as required by law. You are responsible for having the rights to any photo you upload.
• B. Feedback. If you submit feedback, suggestions, or ideas about the App, you grant us a perpetual, irrevocable, royalty-free, worldwide license to use them for any purpose without obligation to you.

8. Devotional Content Disclaimer

• A. Devotional and educational use. The App provides devotional content, explanations, and guidance for educational and inspirational purposes only. The App is not a substitute for the guidance of a qualified priest, pandit, acharya, guru, or other teacher in your tradition, and its output is not religious authority or an official ruling on practice, ritual, or doctrine. Hindu traditions vary widely, and the App's content may not reflect the customs of your family, community, or sampradaya.
• B. Panchang, timings, and festival dates. Panchang details, sunrise and sandhya times, muhurats, and festival dates are calculated for your selected location using standard methods and may differ from those published by your local temple or tradition. They are provided for general guidance and are not astrological advice. Confirm important dates and timings with a source you trust.
• C. AI-generated content. AI responses are generated automatically and may contain errors, omissions, or interpretations you disagree with. They are not medical, legal, financial, or psychological advice. While we strive for accuracy and respect for the traditions represented, we do not guarantee that content, calculations, or AI responses are error-free, uninterrupted, or suitable for any particular individual or religious decision. Reliance on the App's content is at your own discretion.

9. Prohibited Activities

You agree not to use the App for any illegal or unauthorized purpose, or to engage in any activity that:

• Violates any applicable law, regulation, or ordinance.
• Infringes our intellectual property rights or those of others.
• Harasses, abuses, harms, defames, or discriminates on the basis of religion, caste, gender, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, age, or disability.
• Transmits malware, viruses, or any code of a destructive nature.
• Interferes with, disrupts, or attempts to gain unauthorized access to the App or its systems, or circumvents subscription requirements or usage limits.
• Uses automated means (bots, scrapers) to access the App or extract its content.

10. Termination

We may suspend or terminate your access to the App if you materially breach these Terms, if required by law, or if we discontinue the App. Where practicable, we will provide notice. You may stop using the App and delete your account at any time. Sections 6, 7.B, 8, and 11 through 15 survive termination. Termination does not entitle you to a refund except as required by law or the applicable app store's policies.

11. Disclaimer of Warranties

THE APP IS PROVIDED "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, AND NON-INFRINGEMENT. Some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion of implied warranties, so some of the above may not apply to you.

12. Limitation of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, IN NO EVENT SHALL AARTI STUDIO LLC, ITS MEMBERS, EMPLOYEES, PARTNERS, AGENTS, SUPPLIERS, OR AFFILIATES BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, INCLUDING LOSS OF PROFITS, DATA, USE, GOODWILL, OR OTHER INTANGIBLE LOSSES, RESULTING FROM (i) YOUR ACCESS TO, USE OF, OR INABILITY TO USE THE APP; (ii) ANY CONTENT OBTAINED FROM THE APP; OR (iii) UNAUTHORIZED ACCESS TO OR ALTERATION OF YOUR TRANSMISSIONS OR CONTENT. OUR TOTAL AGGREGATE LIABILITY FOR ALL CLAIMS RELATING TO THE APP SHALL NOT EXCEED THE GREATER OF (a) THE AMOUNTS YOU PAID FOR THE APP IN THE TWELVE (12) MONTHS BEFORE THE CLAIM AROSE AND (b) FIFTY U.S. DOLLARS ($50). Some jurisdictions do not allow certain limitations of liability, so some of the above may not apply to you; in that case our liability is limited to the fullest extent permitted by law.

13. App Store Terms

If you downloaded the App from Apple's App Store, you acknowledge that: these Terms are between you and Aarti Studio only, not Apple; Apple has no obligation to provide maintenance or support for the App; in the event of the App's failure to conform to any applicable warranty, you may notify Apple and Apple will refund the purchase price (to the maximum extent permitted by law, Apple has no other warranty obligation); Apple is not responsible for addressing any claims relating to the App, including product liability, legal or regulatory compliance, and consumer protection claims; and Apple and its subsidiaries are third-party beneficiaries of these Terms and may enforce them against you. Equivalent terms apply to Google with respect to Google Play. You agree to comply with the applicable app store's terms of service.

14. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of California, United States, without regard to its conflict of law provisions. If you are a consumer in a jurisdiction whose laws grant you mandatory protections, nothing in these Terms deprives you of those protections.

15. Dispute Resolution

If you have a dispute with us, contact us first at support@tryaarti.com; most concerns can be resolved informally. Any dispute that cannot be resolved informally shall be brought exclusively in the state or federal courts located in Santa Clara County, California, and you consent to personal jurisdiction there, except that either party may bring an individual claim in small claims court, and nothing prevents you from bringing issues to the attention of consumer protection agencies. Any claim must be brought within one (1) year after it arises, where permitted by law.

16. Changes to These Terms

We may modify these Terms from time to time. We will provide reasonable notice of material changes by posting the updated Terms in the App and on this page and updating the effective date above, and where required, by additional notice. Changes apply prospectively. By continuing to use the App after revisions become effective, you agree to the revised Terms; if you do not agree, stop using the App and cancel any subscription.

17. General

These Terms, together with the Privacy Policy, are the entire agreement between you and Aarti Studio regarding the App. If any provision is found unenforceable, the remaining provisions remain in effect. Our failure to enforce a provision is not a waiver. You may not assign these Terms; we may assign them in connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets.

18. Contact Information