Effective Date: January 15, 2025
Last Updated: August 16, 2025
1. Acceptance of Terms
By downloading, installing, or using Riderz4Life (“the App”), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service (“Terms”). If you do not agree to these Terms, do not use the App.
2. Description of Service
Riderz4Life is a social platform for motorcycle enthusiasts that provides:
- Ride tracking and route recording
- Social networking features for riders
- Club creation and management
- Event organization
- Content sharing
- Safety features for riders
3. Eligibility
To use Riderz4Life, you must:
- Be at least 12 years old
- Have a valid motorcycle license (for ride tracking features)
- Provide accurate and complete registration information
- Not be prohibited from using the App under applicable laws
4. User Accounts
4.1 Account Creation
- You must provide accurate, current, and complete information
- You are responsible for maintaining account security
- One person or entity may not maintain multiple accounts
- You must notify us immediately of unauthorized access
4.2 Account Responsibilities
- You are responsible for all activities under your account
- Do not share your account credentials
- Choose a strong, unique password
- Enable two-factor authentication when available
5. User Conduct
5.1 Acceptable Use
You agree to use Riderz4Life only for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms.
5.2 Prohibited Activities
You may NOT:
- Violate any laws or regulations
- Infringe on intellectual property rights
- Harass, abuse, or harm other users
- Post false, misleading, or fraudulent content
- Spam or send unsolicited messages
- Attempt to gain unauthorized access to the App or servers
- Use the App while operating a motorcycle
- Encourage dangerous or illegal riding behavior
- Impersonate others or misrepresent affiliations
- Sell or transfer your account
- Use automated systems or bots
- Interfere with the App’s operation
- Collect user information without consent
6. Content and Intellectual Property
6.1 User Content
By posting content, you:
- Grant us a worldwide, non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use, display, and distribute your content
- Represent that you own or have rights to the content
- Agree your content doesn’t violate others’ rights
- Understand you retain ownership of your content
6.2 Content Standards
Content must not:
- Be illegal, harmful, or offensive
- Contain nudity or sexual content
- Promote dangerous riding behaviors
- Include hate speech or discrimination
- Violate privacy rights
- Contain malware or harmful code
- Be false or misleading
6.3 Our Intellectual Property
All App content, features, and functionality are owned by us and protected by intellectual property laws. You may not copy, modify, or distribute our content without permission.
7. Safety and Riding Responsibility
7.1 Safe Riding
- Never use the App while operating a motorcycle
- Pull over safely before interacting with the App
- Follow all traffic laws and regulations
- Wear appropriate safety gear
- Ride within your skill level
7.2 Ride Tracking
- Ride tracking is for personal use and sharing with consenting users
- GPS data may not be 100% accurate
- Do not rely solely on the App for navigation
- Weather and road conditions can change rapidly
7.3 Emergency Features
- Emergency features are supplementary and not a replacement for professional emergency services
- Always call local emergency services in case of accident
- Ensure emergency contacts are current and accurate
8. Privacy and Data
Your use of the App is also governed by our Privacy Policy. By using the App, you consent to the collection and use of your information as described in the Privacy Policy.
9. Third-Party Services
9.1 External Links
The App may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for their content or practices.
9.2 Integrated Services
We use third-party services including:
- Google Maps for mapping
- Firebase for infrastructure
- Payment processors for premium features
These services have their own terms and policies.
10. Disclaimers
10.1 “As Is” Service
The App is provided “as is” without warranties of any kind, either express or implied.
10.2 No Warranty
We do not warrant that:
- The App will be uninterrupted or error-free
- Defects will be corrected
- The App is free of viruses or harmful components
- Results from the App will be accurate or reliable
10.3 Assumption of Risk
Motorcycle riding involves inherent risks. You acknowledge and assume all risks associated with:
- Motorcycle operation
- Following routes shared by other users
- Participating in group rides or events
- Relying on App information
11. Limitation of Liability
To the maximum extent permitted by law:
- We are not liable for any indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages
- Our total liability shall not exceed $100 USD
- We are not responsible for user content or conduct
- We are not liable for losses due to App unavailability
12. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Riderz4Life, its officers, directors, employees, and agents from any claims, damages, losses, or expenses arising from:
- Your use of the App
- Your violation of these Terms
- Your violation of any rights of another
- Your content or conduct
13. Modifications to Service
We reserve the right to:
- Modify or discontinue the App at any time
- Change features or functionality
- Impose limits on usage or storage
- Terminate accounts for violations
14. Termination
14.1 By You
You may terminate your account at any time through the App settings.
14.2 By Us
We may terminate or suspend your account immediately if:
- You violate these Terms
- We are required to by law
- Continued service provision is no longer viable
14.3 Effects of Termination
Upon termination:
- Your right to use the App ceases
- We may delete your account and content
- Provisions that should survive will remain in effect
15. Dispute Resolution
15.1 Informal Resolution
We encourage you to contact us first to resolve disputes informally.
15.2 Arbitration
Any disputes shall be resolved through binding arbitration in accordance with the rules of the American Arbitration Association.
15.3 Exceptions
You may bring claims in small claims court if eligible. Either party may seek injunctive relief for intellectual property violations.
16. General Terms
16.1 Governing Law
These Terms are governed by the laws of [Your State/Country], without regard to conflict of law principles.
16.2 Entire Agreement
These Terms constitute the entire agreement between you and Riderz4Life.
16.3 Severability
If any provision is found unenforceable, the remaining provisions continue in effect.
16.4 Waiver
Our failure to enforce any right or provision is not a waiver of that right.
16.5 Assignment
You may not assign these Terms without our consent. We may assign our rights to any successor.
17. Updates to Terms
We may update these Terms periodically. Material changes will be notified through:
- In-app notifications
- Email to registered users
- Notice upon App launch
Continued use after changes constitutes acceptance.
18. Contact Information
For questions about these Terms:
Email: legal@riders4.life
Website: https://riders4.life/terms
Address: [Your Company Address]
19. Additional Terms for Premium Features
If we offer premium features:
- Additional terms may apply
- Subscription terms will be clearly stated
- Refund policies will be specified
- Auto-renewal settings can be managed
20. Community Guidelines
By participating in the Riderz4Life community, you agree to:
- Respect all riders regardless of bike type or experience
- Share accurate information about routes and conditions
- Report dangerous content or behavior
- Support new riders with patience and encouragement
- Maintain a positive, inclusive environment
BY USING RIDERZ4LIFE, YOU ACKNOWLEDGE THAT YOU HAVE READ, UNDERSTOOD, AND AGREE TO BE BOUND BY THESE TERMS OF SERVICE.
These Terms of Service are provided in English. In case of discrepancies between translated versions, the English version prevails.
