Terms of Use

Acceptance of Terms

By downloading, installing, or using Vaultaire ("the App"), you agree to these Terms of Use. If you do not agree, do not use the App.

Description of Service

Vaultaire is an on-device encrypted photo and file vault for iOS. The App encrypts your data locally using a pattern-based key derivation system. We do not operate servers that store your data (aside from optional iCloud backup to your personal Apple account and optional vault sharing via Apple CloudKit).

Your Responsibilities

• Remember your pattern. Your encryption key is derived from your pattern. If you forget your pattern and have not saved your recovery phrase, your data cannot be recovered by anyone, including us.
• Save your recovery phrase. During setup, you are given a recovery phrase. Store it securely. It is the only way to recover your vault if you forget your pattern.
• Lawful use. You agree to use the App only for lawful purposes and in accordance with all applicable laws.
• Content responsibility. You are solely responsible for the content you store in the App.

No Data Recovery

Vaultaire uses zero-knowledge encryption. We do not have access to your encryption keys, patterns, or recovery phrases. If you lose your pattern and recovery phrase, your data is permanently unrecoverable. We cannot assist with data recovery under any circumstances.

Subscriptions and Purchases

• Vaultaire offers a free tier with limited storage and a premium subscription ("Vaultaire Pro") for expanded features.
• Subscriptions are billed through Apple's App Store and are subject to Apple's terms and refund policies.
• You can manage or cancel your subscription in your iPhone's Settings > Apple Account > Subscriptions.
• Subscription prices may vary by region and are displayed in the App before purchase.

Vault Sharing

• When you share a vault, you grant the recipient access to the encrypted data for the duration and under the conditions you specify (expiration, open limits).
• Share links contain the decryption key in the URL fragment. Anyone with the full link can access the shared vault. Share links responsibly.
• You are responsible for the content you share. Do not share illegal, harmful, or unauthorized content.

Duress Mode

Vaultaire includes a duress feature that permanently destroys vault data when a designated pattern is entered. This action is irreversible. We are not liable for data loss resulting from the use of this feature, whether intentional or accidental.

Intellectual Property

The App, including its design, code, and branding, is the property of the developer. You are granted a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to use the App for personal purposes in accordance with these terms.

Disclaimer of Warranties

The App is provided "as is" without warranty of any kind. We do not warrant that the App will be uninterrupted, error-free, or that defects will be corrected. While we use industry-standard encryption (AES-256-GCM, PBKDF2), no security system is absolute. Use the App at your own risk.

Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, we shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising from your use of the App, including but not limited to data loss, unauthorized access, or inability to access your data.

Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these terms at any time. Changes take effect when posted on this page. Continued use of the App after changes constitutes acceptance of the new terms.

Contact

For questions about these terms, contact us at support@vaultaire.app.