Terms of Service.
Last updated: October 6, 2025
Agreement to Terms
Welcome to LO Journal. By accessing or using our mobile application ("App"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service ("Terms"). If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use the App.
These Terms constitute a legally binding agreement between you and LO Journal ("we," "us," or "our"). Please read them carefully.
Changes to Terms
We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. We will notify users of any material changes by:
Updating the "Last updated" date at the top of this page
Sending an email notification to your registered email address
Displaying a notification within the App
Your continued use of the App after changes are made constitutes your acceptance of the revised Terms. If you do not agree to the new Terms, you must stop using the App.
Eligibility
Age Requirements
You must be at least 13 years old to use LO Journal. By using the App, you represent and warrant that:
You are at least 13 years of age
You have the legal capacity to enter into these Terms
If you are between 13 and 18, you have obtained parental or guardian consent to use the App
Account Requirements
To use LO Journal, you must:
Create an account with a valid email address
Provide accurate and complete information
Maintain the security of your account credentials
Notify us immediately of any unauthorized use of your account
Account Registration and Security
Creating an Account
When you create an account, you agree to:
Provide true, accurate, current, and complete information
Maintain and promptly update your account information
Keep your password secure and confidential
Accept responsibility for all activities under your account
Notify us immediately of any unauthorized access or security breach
Account Responsibility
You are solely responsible for:
All content and activity under your account
Maintaining the confidentiality of your login credentials
All actions taken through your account, whether authorized by you or not
We are not liable for any loss or damage arising from your failure to maintain account security.
Use of the App
Permitted Use
LO Journal grants you a personal, non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to use the App for personal, non-commercial purposes in accordance with these Terms.
You may use the App to:
Create and store personal journal entries
Reflect on your spiritual journey
Access your journal entries across your devices
Export your data for personal use
Prohibited Use
You agree NOT to:
Illegal Activities:
Use the App for any unlawful purpose
Violate any local, state, national, or international law
Infringe upon others' intellectual property rights
Misuse of the Service:
Attempt to gain unauthorized access to the App or related systems
Interfere with or disrupt the App's functionality
Use automated systems (bots, scripts) to access the App
Reverse engineer, decompile, or disassemble the App
Copy, modify, or create derivative works of the App
Remove any copyright or proprietary notices
Harmful Content:
Upload malicious code, viruses, or harmful software
Use the App to harass, abuse, or harm others
Impersonate any person or entity
Create multiple accounts for abusive purposes
Commercial Use:
Use the App for any commercial purpose without our written permission
Sell, rent, or lease access to the App
Use the App to compete with us
Violation of these prohibitions may result in immediate termination of your account.
User Content
Your Journal Entries
You retain all ownership rights to the content you create in LO Journal ("User Content"), including your journal entries, notes, and reflections.
By using the App, you grant us a limited license to:
Store your User Content on our servers
Display your User Content back to you within the App
Backup your User Content for service continuity
Process your User Content as necessary to provide the service
We do not:
Claim ownership of your User Content
Read, access, or view your private journal entries (except as required by law)
Share your User Content with third parties (except as required by law or with your explicit consent)
Use your User Content for any purpose other than providing the service to you
Content Standards
While your journal is private, you agree that any content you create will not:
Violate any applicable law or regulation
Infringe on the rights of others
Contain viruses or malicious code
Content Responsibility
You are solely responsible for:
All User Content you create and store
Any consequences of posting or sharing User Content
Ensuring you have the right to use any content you include in your entries
We are not responsible for the accuracy, quality, or legality of User Content.
Privacy and Data Use
Your privacy is important to us. Our collection and use of personal information is governed by our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated into these Terms by reference.
By using LO Journal, you consent to:
The collection and use of information as described in the Privacy Policy
The storage of your data on secure third-party servers (Supabase)
The transfer of your data as necessary to provide the service
Intellectual Property
Our Rights
LO Journal and all its components (including but not limited to software, design, text, graphics, logos, and functionality) are owned by us and are protected by:
Copyright laws
Trademark laws
Other intellectual property rights
You may not use our intellectual property without our express written permission, except as necessary to use the App as intended.
Trademarks
"LO Journal" and related logos, names, and designs are our trademarks. You may not use these trademarks without our prior written consent.
Feedback
If you provide us with feedback, suggestions, or ideas about the App, you grant us the right to use that feedback without any obligation to compensate you. We may use your feedback to improve the App or create new features.
Third-Party Services
Supabase
LO Journal uses Supabase for data storage and authentication. Your use of the App is also subject to Supabase's terms and privacy policy. We are not responsible for Supabase's practices or policies.
OneSignal
OneSignal LO Journal uses OneSignal for push notification delivery. By enabling notifications, you agree to OneSignal's terms and privacy policy. We are not responsible for OneSignal's practices or policies.
Apple App Store
If you download the App from the Apple App Store, you acknowledge and agree that:
These Terms are between you and LO Journal, not Apple
Apple has no obligation to provide support for the App
Apple is not responsible for the App or its content
Apple is a third-party beneficiary of these Terms and may enforce them
You will comply with Apple's App Store Terms of Service
Third-Party Links
The App may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for:
The content or practices of third-party sites
Any transactions between you and third parties
The privacy or security of third-party services
Your use of third-party services is at your own risk.
Subscription and Payment
Free Service
LO Journal is currently free to use. There are no subscription fees, in-app purchases, or charges to access core features.
Future Paid Features
We reserve the right to introduce paid features, subscriptions, or premium tiers in the future. If we do:
We will provide advance notice to all users
Core journaling functionality will remain free
You may choose whether to purchase optional paid features
Any paid features will have clear pricing and terms
Communication & Notifications
We reserve the right to send you communications related to your use of the App, including:
Service announcements and updates
Security alerts
Account-related notifications
Push notifications (if you opt-in through your device settings)
Push notifications are delivered through OneSignal, a third-party notification service. By enabling notifications, you consent to OneSignal collecting device identifiers and interaction data as described in their privacy policy.
You can control notification preferences through:
Your device settings (iOS Settings → Notifications → LO Journal)
The app settings menu
By contacting us at hello@listenobey.com
We will not send marketing communications without your explicit consent.
Disclaimers and Limitations
No Warranties
THE APP IS PROVIDED "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO:
Warranties of merchantability
Fitness for a particular purpose
Non-infringement
Uninterrupted or error-free service
Accuracy or reliability of content
Security of data transmission
We do not guarantee that:
The App will meet your specific requirements
The App will be uninterrupted, secure, or error-free
Results obtained from using the App will be accurate or reliable
All bugs or errors will be corrected
Use at Your Own Risk
You understand and agree that:
You use the App at your own risk
We are not responsible for any loss of data, content, or journal entries
You are responsible for backing up important content
Technical issues may occur that affect service availability
Not Professional Advice
LO Journal is a personal journaling tool and does not provide:
Professional spiritual counseling or advice
Medical or mental health services
Religious guidance or doctrinal instruction
Therapy or clinical support
If you need professional help, please consult with qualified professionals. Do not rely on the App as a substitute for professional advice.
Limitation of Liability
TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, LO JOURNAL SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR:
Direct Damages:
Loss of data or content
Loss of profits or revenue
Cost of substitute services
Business interruption
Indirect Damages:
Indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages
Loss of use, data, or profits
Any damages arising from your use or inability to use the App
Maximum Liability: In no event shall our total liability exceed the amount you paid to use the App (which is currently $0).
Exceptions: Some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion of certain warranties or limitations on liability. In such cases, our liability will be limited to the maximum extent permitted by law.
Indemnification
You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless LO Journal and its officers, directors, employees, and agents from any claims, damages, losses, liabilities, and expenses (including legal fees) arising from:
Your use or misuse of the App
Your violation of these Terms
Your violation of any rights of another person or entity
Your User Content
Your breach of any representation or warranty in these Terms
Term and Termination
Term
These Terms remain in effect for as long as you use the App.
Termination by You
You may terminate your account at any time by:
Emailing hello@listenobey.com with "Account Deletion Request" in the subject line
Following the account deletion process outlined in our FAQ
Upon termination:
Your access to the App will cease
Your data will be permanently deleted within 30 days
You will no longer be able to access your journal entries
Termination by Us
We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your account immediately, without notice, if:
You violate these Terms
You engage in fraudulent or illegal activity
Your account poses a security risk
We are required to do so by law
We discontinue the service
We may also terminate accounts that have been inactive for extended periods.
Effect of Termination
Upon termination of your account:
You must immediately stop using the App
All licenses granted to you under these Terms will terminate
Your User Content will be deleted according to our Privacy Policy
Sections of these Terms that by their nature should survive (including disclaimers, limitations of liability, and indemnification) will continue to apply
Data Backup and Loss
Your Responsibility
You are responsible for:
Regularly exporting and backing up your journal entries
Maintaining copies of important content
Understanding that data loss can occur due to technical issues
Our Responsibility
We make reasonable efforts to:
Store your data securely
Maintain backups for service continuity
Prevent data loss
However, we cannot guarantee that your data will never be lost. We are not liable for any data loss, regardless of cause.
Important: Please regularly export and save copies of your journal entries.
Dispute Resolution
Governing Law
These Terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the United States, without regard to conflict of law principles.
Informal Resolution
If you have a dispute with us, please contact us first at hello@listenobey.com. We will attempt to resolve the dispute informally through good faith negotiations.
Arbitration
If we cannot resolve the dispute informally within 30 days, any dispute arising from these Terms or your use of the App shall be resolved through binding arbitration in accordance with the rules of the American Arbitration Association.
Arbitration Agreement:
You agree to resolve disputes through individual arbitration
You waive your right to a jury trial
You waive your right to participate in a class action lawsuit
Arbitration will be conducted by a single arbitrator
Each party will bear their own costs unless otherwise required by law
Exceptions: Either party may bring a claim in small claims court if it qualifies. Either party may seek injunctive relief in court for intellectual property disputes.
Jurisdiction
You agree to submit to the personal jurisdiction of the courts located within the United States for any actions not subject to arbitration.
General Provisions
Entire Agreement
These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy and any other legal notices published in the App, constitute the entire agreement between you and LO Journal regarding your use of the App.
Severability
If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid or unenforceable, that provision will be limited or eliminated to the minimum extent necessary, and the remaining provisions will remain in full force and effect.
Waiver
Our failure to enforce any right or provision of these Terms will not be deemed a waiver of such right or provision. Any waiver must be in writing and signed by us.
Assignment
You may not assign or transfer these Terms or your rights under these Terms without our prior written consent. We may assign these Terms without restriction.
No Third-Party Beneficiaries
These Terms do not create any third-party beneficiary rights except as explicitly stated (such as Apple's rights under the Apple App Store section).
Force Majeure
We are not liable for any failure or delay in performance due to circumstances beyond our reasonable control, including but not limited to:
Acts of God
Natural disasters
War or terrorism
Government actions
Internet or telecommunications failures
Third-party service outages
Survival
Sections of these Terms that by their nature should survive termination (including but not limited to ownership provisions, warranty disclaimers, indemnification, and limitations of liability) will survive any termination of these Terms or your use of the App.
Language
These Terms are provided in English. If we provide a translation, the English version will control in case of any conflict.
Headings
Section headings in these Terms are for convenience only and do not affect the interpretation of these Terms.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about these Terms of Service, please contact us:
Email: hello@listenobey.com
Website: https://listenobey.com
We will do our best to respond within 48 hours.
Acknowledgment
By using LO Journal, you acknowledge that:
You have read and understood these Terms
You agree to be bound by these Terms
You are at least 13 years of age
You have the authority to enter into these Terms
LO Journal
Listen and Obey God through daily reflection.
These Terms of Service are effective as of October 6, 2025