Introduction
Welcome to My Active Steps. These Terms of Use ("Terms") govern your access to and use of the My Active Steps platform, website, and services (collectively, the "Service"). By accessing or using the Service, you agree to be bound by these Terms.
PLEASE READ THESE TERMS CAREFULLY BEFORE USING THE SERVICE. If you do not agree to these Terms, you may not access or use the Service.
1. Acceptance of Terms
By creating an account, accessing, or using My Active Steps, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms and our Privacy Policy. These Terms constitute a legally binding agreement between you and My Active Steps.
We may modify these Terms at any time. Your continued use of the Service after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the modified Terms.
2. Eligibility
To use My Active Steps, you must:
- Be at least 18 years of age or the age of majority in your jurisdiction
- Have the legal capacity to enter into a binding agreement
- Not be prohibited from using the Service under applicable laws
- Provide accurate and complete registration information
By using the Service, you represent and warrant that you meet these eligibility requirements.
3. Account Registration and Security
3.1 Account Creation
To access certain features, you must register for an account. You agree to:
- Provide accurate, current, and complete information
- Maintain and promptly update your account information
- Maintain the security of your password and account
- Notify us immediately of any unauthorized use of your account
- Accept responsibility for all activities that occur under your account
3.2 Account Termination
We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your account at any time for:
- Violation of these Terms
- Fraudulent, abusive, or illegal activity
- Extended periods of inactivity
- Any reason we deem appropriate in our sole discretion
4. Medical Disclaimer and Assumption of Risk
⚠️ IMPORTANT HEALTH AND SAFETY INFORMATION
4.1 Not Medical Advice
My Active Steps provides general exercise information and guidance for educational purposes only. The Service is NOT a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. The information provided is not intended to replace consultation with qualified healthcare professionals.
4.2 Consult Your Healthcare Provider
Before beginning any exercise program, you must consult with your physician or qualified healthcare provider, especially if you:
- Have any pre-existing medical conditions
- Are taking any medications
- Have a history of heart disease, high blood pressure, or other cardiovascular conditions
- Have mobility limitations, balance issues, or fall risk
- Have experienced recent surgery or injury
- Are pregnant or postpartum
- Have any concerns about your ability to exercise safely
4.3 Assumption of Risk
YOU ACKNOWLEDGE AND AGREE THAT:
- Physical exercise involves inherent risks of injury
- You participate in all exercises and activities at your own risk
- You are voluntarily participating with full knowledge of potential dangers
- You are responsible for your own safety and well-being
- You will stop exercising immediately if you experience pain, discomfort, dizziness, chest pain, shortness of breath, or any concerning symptoms
4.4 Emergency Situations
If you experience any of the following during exercise, STOP IMMEDIATELY and seek emergency medical attention:
- Chest pain or pressure
- Severe shortness of breath
- Dizziness or fainting
- Irregular heartbeat or palpitations
- Severe pain or discomfort
- Nausea or vomiting
Call 911 or your local emergency number immediately.
5. Limitation of Liability
TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW:
5.1 No Liability for Injuries
MY ACTIVE STEPS, ITS OWNERS, OPERATORS, EMPLOYEES, CONTRACTORS, AFFILIATES, AND AGENTS (COLLECTIVELY, "WE") SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INJURIES, DAMAGES, OR ADVERSE HEALTH OUTCOMES RESULTING FROM:
- Your use of or reliance on the Service
- Your participation in any exercises or activities described or demonstrated
- Any information, guidance, or recommendations provided through the Service
- Your failure to consult with healthcare professionals before exercising
- Your failure to follow safety guidelines and warnings
5.2 Disclaimer of Warranties
THE SERVICE IS PROVIDED "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO:
- Warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose
- Warranties that the Service will be uninterrupted, secure, or error-free
- Warranties regarding the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of any information
- Warranties that the Service will achieve any particular health outcomes
5.3 Limitation of Damages
IN NO EVENT SHALL WE BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO:
- Personal injury or death
- Loss of profits or revenue
- Loss of data or information
- Medical expenses
- Pain and suffering
- Any other damages arising from your use of the Service
This limitation applies regardless of the legal theory (contract, tort, negligence, strict liability, or otherwise) and even if we have been advised of the possibility of such damages.
6. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless My Active Steps and its officers, directors, employees, contractors, agents, and affiliates from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, costs, or expenses (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising out of or relating to:
- Your use of the Service
- Your participation in any exercises or activities
- Your violation of these Terms
- Your violation of any rights of another person or entity
- Any injury, illness, or adverse health outcome you experience
- Any content you submit or post through the Service
7. User Conduct and Prohibited Activities
You agree not to:
- Use the Service for any unlawful purpose or in violation of these Terms
- Provide false, inaccurate, or misleading information
- Impersonate any person or entity or misrepresent your affiliation
- Interfere with or disrupt the Service or servers or networks
- Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any part of the Service
- Use any automated means to access the Service (bots, scrapers, etc.)
- Transmit viruses, malware, or other harmful code
- Harass, abuse, or harm other users
- Collect or store personal information about other users
- Use the Service for commercial purposes without authorization
- Reverse engineer, decompile, or disassemble any part of the Service
- Remove or modify any copyright, trademark, or proprietary notices
8. Intellectual Property Rights
8.1 Our Content
All content, features, and functionality of the Service, including but not limited to:
- Text, graphics, images, videos, and audio
- Exercise programs, instructions, and demonstrations
- Software, code, and technology
- Trademarks, logos, and branding
- Design, layout, and user interface
are owned by My Active Steps or our licensors and are protected by copyright, trademark, patent, trade secret, and other intellectual property laws.
8.2 Limited License
We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to access and use the Service for your personal, non-commercial use only. This license does not include:
- Any right to reproduce, distribute, or publicly display content
- Any right to modify or create derivative works
- Any right to use content for commercial purposes
- Any right to download or copy content (except as necessary for normal use)
8.3 User Content
If you submit content to the Service (feedback, comments, progress data, etc.), you grant us a worldwide, non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use, reproduce, modify, and display such content in connection with the Service.
9. Third-Party Links and Services
The Service may contain links to third-party websites, resources, or services. We do not endorse, control, or assume responsibility for:
- The content, accuracy, or opinions of third-party sites
- Privacy practices or terms of third-party services
- Products or services offered by third parties
- Any damages or losses caused by third-party interactions
Your use of third-party services is at your own risk and subject to their terms and conditions.
10. Privacy
Your use of the Service is subject to our Privacy Policy, which explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information. By using the Service, you consent to our privacy practices as described in the Privacy Policy.
11. Termination
11.1 By You
You may terminate your account at any time by contacting us or using the account deletion feature.
11.2 By Us
We may terminate or suspend your access to the Service immediately, without prior notice or liability, for any reason, including:
- Breach of these Terms
- Fraudulent, abusive, or illegal conduct
- Extended inactivity
- Request by law enforcement or government agencies
- Discontinuation of the Service
11.3 Effect of Termination
Upon termination:
- Your right to use the Service will immediately cease
- We may delete your account and data
- You remain liable for any obligations incurred prior to termination
- Sections of these Terms that by their nature should survive will remain in effect
12. Dispute Resolution
12.1 Governing Law
These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of [Your State/Country], without regard to its conflict of law provisions.
12.2 Arbitration Agreement
Any dispute, claim, or controversy arising out of or relating to these Terms or the Service shall be resolved through binding arbitration, except that either party may seek injunctive or equitable relief in court.
12.3 Class Action Waiver
YOU AGREE THAT ANY ARBITRATION OR PROCEEDING SHALL BE LIMITED TO THE DISPUTE BETWEEN YOU AND MY ACTIVE STEPS INDIVIDUALLY. To the fullest extent permitted by law, you waive any right to pursue disputes on a class-wide basis.
12.4 Informal Resolution
Before initiating arbitration, you agree to first contact us to attempt to resolve the dispute informally.
13. Modifications to Service
We reserve the right to:
- Modify, suspend, or discontinue any aspect of the Service at any time
- Change pricing, features, or availability without notice
- Impose limits on certain features or restrict access to parts of the Service
- Update exercise programs, content, or recommendations
We shall not be liable to you or any third party for any modification, suspension, or discontinuance of the Service.
14. Severability
If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect. The invalid provision shall be modified to the minimum extent necessary to make it valid and enforceable.
15. Waiver
No waiver of any term or condition of these Terms shall be deemed a further or continuing waiver of such term or any other term. Our failure to assert any right or provision under these Terms shall not constitute a waiver of such right or provision.
16. Entire Agreement
These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy and any other legal notices published on the Service, constitute the entire agreement between you and My Active Steps regarding the Service and supersede all prior agreements, communications, and understandings.
17. Contact Information
If you have questions, concerns, or complaints about these Terms, please contact us:
18. Acknowledgment
BY USING MY ACTIVE STEPS, YOU ACKNOWLEDGE THAT YOU HAVE READ THESE TERMS OF USE, UNDERSTAND THEM, AND AGREE TO BE BOUND BY THEM.
You specifically acknowledge and agree to:
- The medical disclaimer and assumption of risk provisions
- The limitation of liability and disclaimer of warranties
- The indemnification obligations
- The dispute resolution and arbitration provisions
- The class action waiver
Disclaimer
These Terms of Use are provided for educational and demonstration purposes. My Active Steps is a sample exercise program platform. For a real-world application, please consult with legal professionals to ensure compliance with all applicable laws and regulations in your jurisdiction.
