Effective Date: December 20, 2025
Last Updated: December 20, 2025
Welcome to Proofmi! These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your access to and use of the Proofmi mobile application and website at proofmi.xyz (collectively, the "Service"), operated by Proofmi ("Company," "we," "us," or "our").
By accessing or using the Service, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree to these Terms, you may not access or use the Service.
Important: Please also review our Privacy Policy, which describes how we collect, use, and protect your personal information.
If you download or access the Service through Apple App Store, Google Play Store, or any other application distribution platform ("App Store"), you also agree to comply with their terms of service. This includes:
In case of conflict between these Terms and App Store terms, the more restrictive terms apply. The App Store provider is not responsible for the Service and has no obligation to provide maintenance, support, or warranty.
BY CLICKING "I AGREE," CREATING AN ACCOUNT, OR USING THE SERVICE, YOU ACKNOWLEDGE THAT YOU HAVE READ, UNDERSTOOD, AND AGREE TO BE BOUND BY THESE TERMS. This creates a legally binding contract between you and Proofmi. If you do not agree, do not use the Service.
Age Requirement: You must be at least 13 years old to use the Service. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.
COPPA COMPLIANCE: If you are under 13, you are PROHIBITED from using the Service. If we discover a user is under 13, we will immediately delete their account and data.
Parental Consent (Ages 13-17): If you are 13-17 years old, you represent that you have obtained permission from your parent or legal guardian to use the Service. Parents/guardians are responsible for monitoring minors' use and agree to be bound by these Terms on behalf of their minor child.
Parental Controls: Parents/guardians may request deletion of a minor's account by emailing support@proofmi.xyz with proof of guardianship.
By using the Service, you represent and warrant that you meet all eligibility requirements and have the legal capacity to enter into these Terms.
To use certain features of the Service, you must create an account. When you create an account, you agree to:
You are responsible for all activities that occur under your account. We reserve the right to suspend or terminate accounts that violate these Terms.
Proofmi is a photo authenticity platform that enables users to capture, verify, and share photos with cryptographic proof of when, where, and by whom they were taken.
We strive to provide reliable service, but we do not guarantee that the Service will be available at all times or without interruption. We may modify, suspend, or discontinue the Service (or any part of it) at any time, with or without notice.
STARTUP NOTICE: Proofmi is an evolving service. We reserve the absolute right to:
NO LIABILITY FOR CHANGES: We are not liable for any modifications, suspensions, or discontinuations of the Service or any features thereof. You agree that we have no obligation to maintain, support, or provide any specific features, and that we may alter the Service in ways that affect your use.
We may offer features labeled as "beta," "experimental," "alpha," or "preview" ("Beta Features"). Beta Features are provided AS-IS and may:
Use Beta Features at your own risk. We disclaim all warranties for Beta Features and are not liable for any damages arising from their use.
We may discontinue the Service entirely at any time for any reason, including but not limited to:
We will make reasonable efforts to provide 30 days notice before discontinuation and allow you to download your data. However, we do not guarantee any notice period and shall not be liable for discontinuation of the Service.
You retain ownership of the photos and content you upload to the Service ("User Content"). By uploading User Content, you grant Proofmi a worldwide, non-exclusive, royalty-free, fully paid, sublicensable, and transferable license to use, copy, reproduce, modify, adapt, create derivative works from, publicly display, publicly perform, and distribute your User Content for the purpose of operating and providing the Service.
Purpose: This license allows us to store and display your content, share it with users you authorize, create thumbnails and compressed versions, sublicense to our service providers (e.g., cloud storage, CDNs), and analyze content for moderation and service improvement.
Duration: This license ends when you delete your User Content or account, EXCEPT: (i) content shared by others (re-shares, screenshots) remains subject to their rights; (ii) cached/backup copies may persist for up to 90 days; (iii) we may retain data as required by law.
Your Representations: You represent that you own or have the necessary rights to grant this license, your User Content does not violate any third-party rights, and you have obtained all necessary consents from individuals appearing in your content.
You agree NOT to upload, post, or share any content that:
We reserve the right to review, remove, or disable access to any User Content at our sole discretion, without notice, for any reason, including content that we believe violates these Terms or is otherwise objectionable.
Current Practices: Proofmi does NOT currently collect, store, or process biometric identifiers or biometric information (such as facial recognition data, fingerprints, or retina scans). Photos you upload may contain faces or other identifying features, but we do not extract, analyze, or create templates from such features for identification purposes.
Future Changes: If we introduce features involving biometric data processing (e.g., face filters, facial recognition), we will provide clear notice and obtain your consent as required by applicable law.
Your Responsibility: You are responsible for obtaining consent from individuals appearing in your photos before uploading content containing their likeness. State laws including Illinois BIPA, Texas CUBI, and Washington law may impose additional requirements on biometric data.
When using the Service, you agree NOT to:
You are expressly prohibited from using any robot, spider, scraper, crawler, or other automated means to access, collect, copy, or monitor any portion of the Service or any content, data, or information contained therein without our prior written consent. This includes but is not limited to:
LIQUIDATED DAMAGES: You agree that accessing more than 1,000 photos, user profiles, or other Service content items in any 24-hour period through automated means (without authorization) will incur liquidated damages of $5,000 USD per 1,000 items accessed or fraction thereof. You acknowledge that actual damages from such conduct would be difficult to calculate and that this amount represents a reasonable estimate of such damages.
ZERO TOLERANCE POLICY: The following activities are STRICTLY PROHIBITED and may result in immediate account termination, permanent ban, and referral to law enforcement:
LAW ENFORCEMENT COOPERATION: We will fully cooperate with law enforcement investigations regarding stalking, harassment, domestic violence, or child safety concerns. We may proactively report suspected criminal activity to authorities.
NO LIABILITY: While we prohibit these activities, we cannot prevent all misuse. WE ARE NOT LIABLE FOR THE ACTIONS OF USERS WHO MISUSE THE SERVICE. Users who share location data do so at their own risk. If you are a victim of stalking or domestic violence, please contact local law enforcement immediately.
The Service, including its design, features, functionality, and content (excluding User Content), is owned by Proofmi and is protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws. You may not copy, modify, distribute, sell, or lease any part of the Service without our prior written consent.
"Proofmi" and our logo are trademarks of Proofmi. You may not use our trademarks without our prior written permission.
We respect the intellectual property rights of others and comply with the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA). If you believe content on Proofmi infringes your copyright, send a DMCA notice to our designated agent with ALL of the following:
Designated DMCA Agent:
Proofmi
DMCA Agent
Email: support@proofmi.xyz (Subject: "DMCA Notice")
If your content was removed and you believe it was a mistake or misidentification, you may send a counter-notification containing:
Accounts with multiple copyright violations will be terminated. We may also terminate accounts of users who are found to have repeatedly infringed copyrights of third parties.
Your privacy is important to us. Our Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information. By using the Service, you agree to our collection and use of information as described in our Privacy Policy.
We may access, preserve, and disclose your information (including User Content, location data, and account information) to government entities, law enforcement, or third parties if we believe in good faith that such disclosure is:
Where legally permitted, we will attempt to notify users before disclosing their information unless: (i) notice is prohibited by law, (ii) we believe notice could create risk of harm, or (iii) the request involves imminent danger, child exploitation, or terrorism.
EU/UK/EEA Users: If you are in the European Union, United Kingdom, or European Economic Area, you have rights under GDPR including:
To exercise these rights, email support@proofmi.xyz with subject "GDPR Request". We will respond within 30 days.
California Users (CCPA/CPRA): California residents have similar rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act. See our Privacy Policy for details.
You may request a copy of your User Content and account data in a machine-readable format. To request your data, go to Settings > Privacy > Download My Data or email support@proofmi.xyz. We will provide a download link within 30 days.
By creating an account, you consent to receive electronic communications from us, including:
You may opt out of non-essential communications through app settings or by following unsubscribe instructions in emails. We may still send essential communications regarding your account, security alerts, and legal notices.
In addition to GDPR and CCPA, residents of certain states and regions may have additional privacy rights under their local laws, including but not limited to:
If you are a resident of a state with applicable privacy laws, you may exercise your rights by contacting us at support@proofmi.xyz. We will respond in accordance with applicable law. We do not discriminate against users who exercise their privacy rights.
THE SERVICE IS PROVIDED "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, TITLE, AND NON-INFRINGEMENT.
While we strive to provide accurate verification of photo metadata, we do not guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of any information or verification results. The verification is based on data provided by your device and may be affected by device settings, GPS accuracy, or other factors beyond our control.
We are not responsible for User Content or any third-party content, products, or services available through or linked from the Service. Your access to and use of third-party websites, services, or content is AT YOUR OWN RISK. Third-party services may have their own terms, privacy policies, and practices that are not controlled by us. We make no representations or warranties regarding the availability, accuracy, or security of third-party services, and we expressly disclaim all liability for any loss or damage arising from your use of such services.
IMPORTANT: While our cryptographic verification technology provides strong evidence of photo authenticity, timing, and location, THE ACCURACY OF METADATA DEPENDS ON FACTORS OUTSIDE OUR CONTROL, including but not limited to:
WE DO NOT GUARANTEE THE ABSOLUTE ACCURACY OF VERIFICATION RESULTS. Proofmi verification should not be solely relied upon for legal, evidentiary, or other critical purposes without independent verification. The Service provides cryptographic evidence of photo capture circumstances but does not constitute legal proof or certification of any particular fact or event.
Any automated processing, including verification algorithms, content analysis, or metadata extraction, is provided for informational purposes only. We make no representations regarding the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of automated outputs, and such outputs should not be used as the sole basis for important decisions.
⚠️ CRITICAL: Proofmi embeds GPS coordinates in your photos. Sharing photos publicly or with others REVEALS YOUR PRECISE LOCATION (accurate to 5-50 meters).
Risks You Accept:
Your Responsibilities:
SAFETY CONCERNS: If you are fleeing abuse or have safety concerns, DO NOT use location-enabled features. We are not responsible for how others use location data you share.
NO SECURITY GUARANTEE: While we implement reasonable security measures, NO SYSTEM IS 100% SECURE. We do not warrant or guarantee that the Service will be secure, that your data will be protected from unauthorized access, or that security breaches will not occur.
BREACH ACKNOWLEDGMENT: You acknowledge and accept that:
LIMITATION OF LIABILITY FOR BREACHES: TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, PROOFMI SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY UNAUTHORIZED ACCESS TO, DISCLOSURE OF, LOSS OF, OR THEFT OF YOUR DATA RESULTING FROM SECURITY BREACHES, HACKING, CYBERATTACKS, OR OTHER SECURITY INCIDENTS, REGARDLESS OF WHETHER SUCH INCIDENTS RESULT FROM OUR NEGLIGENCE OR THE ACTS OF THIRD PARTIES.
YOUR SECURITY RESPONSIBILITY: You are responsible for maintaining the security of your account credentials, device, and network. We are not liable for breaches caused by your failure to protect your password, use of insecure networks, or compromised devices.
NO BACKUP GUARANTEE: WE DO NOT GUARANTEE THAT YOUR DATA WILL BE PRESERVED, BACKED UP, OR RECOVERABLE. Data may be lost, corrupted, or deleted due to:
YOUR BACKUP RESPONSIBILITY: YOU ARE SOLELY RESPONSIBLE FOR MAINTAINING YOUR OWN BACKUPS OF ANY DATA, PHOTOS, OR CONTENT YOU UPLOAD TO THE SERVICE. We strongly recommend keeping local copies of all important photos and data.
NO LIABILITY FOR DATA LOSS: WE SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY LOSS, CORRUPTION, OR DELETION OF YOUR DATA, PHOTOS, METADATA, ACCOUNT INFORMATION, OR ANY OTHER CONTENT, REGARDLESS OF THE CAUSE. This includes losses resulting from our negligence, system failures, or third-party actions.
BY USING THE SERVICE, YOU EXPRESSLY ACKNOWLEDGE AND AGREE THAT:
YOU VOLUNTARILY ASSUME ALL RISKS, KNOWN AND UNKNOWN, ASSOCIATED WITH YOUR USE OF THE SERVICE.
TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, YOU HEREBY RELEASE, WAIVE, AND FOREVER DISCHARGE PROOFMI, ITS FOUNDERS, OFFICERS, DIRECTORS, EMPLOYEES, AGENTS, AFFILIATES, SUCCESSORS, AND ASSIGNS FROM ANY AND ALL CLAIMS, DEMANDS, DAMAGES, LOSSES, COSTS, OR EXPENSES (INCLUDING ATTORNEY'S FEES) ARISING FROM OR RELATING TO:
CALIFORNIA CIVIL CODE SECTION 1542 WAIVER: If you are a California resident, you hereby waive California Civil Code Section 1542, which states: "A general release does not extend to claims that the creditor or releasing party does not know or suspect to exist in his or her favor at the time of executing the release and that, if known by him or her, would have materially affected his or her settlement with the debtor or released party."
YOU UNDERSTAND THAT THIS IS A RELEASE OF UNKNOWN AS WELL AS KNOWN CLAIMS.
You are solely responsible for your interactions with other users. We are not responsible for the conduct, actions, or content of any user. You agree that:
If you have a dispute with another user, you must resolve it directly with that user and agree to release Proofmi from any claims, demands, and damages arising from such dispute.
TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, PROOFMI AND ITS FOUNDERS, OFFICERS, DIRECTORS, EMPLOYEES, AGENTS, AFFILIATES, SUCCESSORS, AND ASSIGNS SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY:
This applies regardless of the theory of liability (contract, tort, negligence, strict liability, or otherwise) and even if we have been advised of the possibility of such damages.
IN NO EVENT SHALL OUR TOTAL AGGREGATE LIABILITY TO YOU FOR ALL CLAIMS ARISING FROM OR RELATING TO THE SERVICE EXCEED THE GREATER OF: (A) THE AMOUNT YOU HAVE PAID US IN THE TWELVE (12) MONTHS PRIOR TO THE CLAIM, OR (B) ONE HUNDRED US DOLLARS ($100 USD).
YOU ACKNOWLEDGE THAT THE LIMITATIONS OF LIABILITY IN THIS SECTION ARE AN ESSENTIAL ELEMENT OF THE AGREEMENT BETWEEN YOU AND PROOFMI, AND THAT PROOFMI WOULD NOT PROVIDE THE SERVICE TO YOU WITHOUT THESE LIMITATIONS. These limitations shall apply notwithstanding the failure of the essential purpose of any limited remedy.
You acknowledge that Proofmi is an early-stage startup with limited financial resources. The liability limitations herein reflect the allocation of risk between the parties and are a fundamental part of the consideration for providing you access to the Service at no or minimal cost.
Some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of certain damages, so some of the above limitations may not apply to you. In such cases, our liability shall be limited to the fullest extent permitted by applicable law.
You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Proofmi and its officers, directors, employees, and agents from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, and expenses (including reasonable attorney's fees) arising out of or related to:
You may delete your account at any time through Settings > Account > Delete Account or by emailing support@proofmi.xyz. Upon deletion:
GDPR Users: EU/UK users may request immediate deletion. We will comply within 30 days unless legal exceptions apply. Download your data before deleting (see Section 8.4).
We may suspend or terminate your access to the Service at any time, for any reason, including if we believe you have violated these Terms. We may also terminate the Service entirely at any time.
Upon termination, your right to use the Service will immediately cease. You remain liable for obligations incurred before termination. The following sections survive termination:
These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of California, United States, without regard to its conflict of law provisions.
Any dispute arising from these Terms or your use of the Service shall be resolved through binding arbitration in accordance with the rules of the American Arbitration Association (AAA). The arbitration shall be conducted in San Francisco, California. You agree that any arbitration shall be conducted on an individual basis and not as a class action.
YOU MAY OPT OUT OF THE ARBITRATION AGREEMENT BY SENDING AN EMAIL TO support@proofmi.xyz WITH THE SUBJECT LINE "ARBITRATION OPT-OUT" WITHIN 30 DAYS OF FIRST ACCESSING OR USING THE SERVICE. Your opt-out notice must include your full legal name, email address associated with your account, and a clear statement that you wish to opt out of the arbitration agreement. If you opt out, any disputes will be resolved in the state or federal courts located in San Francisco County, California, and you consent to the personal jurisdiction of such courts.
YOU AND PROOFMI AGREE THAT ANY PROCEEDINGS TO RESOLVE OR LITIGATE ANY DISPUTE WILL BE CONDUCTED SOLELY ON AN INDIVIDUAL BASIS, AND THAT NEITHER YOU NOR PROOFMI WILL SEEK TO HAVE ANY DISPUTE HEARD AS A CLASS ACTION, A REPRESENTATIVE ACTION, A COLLECTIVE ACTION, A PRIVATE ATTORNEY-GENERAL ACTION, OR IN ANY PROCEEDING IN WHICH YOU OR PROOFMI ACTS OR PROPOSES TO ACT IN A REPRESENTATIVE CAPACITY. You further agree that no arbitration or proceeding will be joined, consolidated, or combined with another arbitration or proceeding without the prior written consent of all parties.
To efficiently resolve disputes, if 25 or more similar arbitration demands are filed against Proofmi within a 60-day period or with the assistance of the same or coordinated counsel or entities ("Mass Filing"), the following procedures shall apply:
Notwithstanding the foregoing, either party may bring an individual action in small claims court for disputes within the court's jurisdictional limits.
Nothing in this section shall prevent either party from seeking injunctive or other equitable relief from a court of competent jurisdiction to prevent the actual or threatened infringement, misappropriation, or violation of intellectual property rights or confidential information.
We may update these Terms from time to time. When we make material changes, we will:
Your continued use of the Service after the changes take effect constitutes your acceptance of the updated Terms.
These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and Proofmi regarding the Service.
If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable, the remaining provisions will remain in full force and effect.
Our failure to enforce any right or provision of these Terms will not be considered a waiver of that right or provision.
You may not assign or transfer these Terms without our prior written consent. Any attempted assignment without consent is void. We may assign these Terms to any affiliate, subsidiary, or successor in connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets.
We are not liable for any failure or delay in performing our obligations due to events beyond our reasonable control, including:
The Service may be subject to U.S. export control laws. You represent that you are not:
You agree not to use the Service in violation of any export laws or regulations.
We strive to make the Service accessible to users with disabilities. However, we do not warrant or guarantee that the Service will be fully accessible to all users or compatible with all assistive technologies. If you encounter accessibility barriers, please contact support@proofmi.xyz.
These Terms are between you and Proofmi only. No third party has any rights under these Terms, except that App Store providers (Apple, Google) are third-party beneficiaries of these Terms and may enforce them against you.
Section headings are for convenience only and do not affect the interpretation of these Terms.
These Terms are written in English. Any translation is provided for convenience only. In case of conflict, the English version prevails.
If you have questions about these Terms, please contact us:
Proofmi
Email: support@proofmi.xyz
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