Last Updated: May 5, 2026
By installing, accessing, or using Accountability Shield (the "Service"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service ("Terms"). If you do not agree to these Terms, do not use the Service.
These Terms constitute a legally binding agreement between you ("User," "you," or "your") and Accountability Shield ("we," "us," or "our").
Accountability Shield is a digital-habit and accountability service available through supported browser extension, iOS, Android, and web experiences. Depending on your platform and plan, the Service may provide:
The Service is designed to help you build better digital habits through voluntary accountability, not to provide absolute website blocking or parental controls.
You agree to use the Service only for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms. You agree NOT to:
Important: You are responsible for obtaining explicit consent from anyone you designate as an accountability partner. Do not add someone as an accountability partner without their knowledge and permission.
Accountability Shield is designed as an accountability tool, not a foolproof blocking system. You acknowledge that:
While we strive to provide reliable service, we do not guarantee that:
The Service, including its code, design, features, and content, is owned by Accountability Shield and is protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.
You retain ownership of any content you create through the Service (e.g., custom blocking lists, group names). By using the Service, you grant us a license to use this content solely for providing and improving the Service.
If you provide feedback, suggestions, or ideas about the Service, you grant us the right to use them without compensation or attribution.
Accountability Shield may offer free trials and paid subscription plans. Trial length, subscription title, subscription duration, renewal period, and price are shown in the purchase flow before you confirm a purchase.
Subscriptions automatically renew unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current billing period. Your account may be charged for renewal within 24 hours before the end of the current period. You can manage or cancel mobile subscriptions through your Apple App Store or Google Play account settings. Web subscriptions can be managed through the billing management link or support flow provided by Accountability Shield or Stripe.
Mobile purchases are processed by Apple App Store or Google Play. Web purchases are processed by Stripe. We do not receive or store your full payment card number, bank account number, App Store credentials, or Google Play credentials.
Refund eligibility depends on where you purchased your subscription. For App Store purchases, refund requests are handled by Apple under Apple's refund policies. For Google Play purchases, refund requests are handled by Google Play under Google's refund policies. For web purchases, contact us at [email protected] and we will review the request according to applicable law and the circumstances of the purchase.
You may terminate your account at any time by:
We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your access to the Service if:
Upon termination:
Important Disclaimer:
THE SERVICE IS PROVIDED "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED. WE DISCLAIM ALL WARRANTIES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, AND NON-INFRINGEMENT.
Accountability Shield is a productivity and accountability tool, not a medical device or therapeutic service. The Service does not provide medical, mental health, or addiction treatment services. If you are struggling with addiction or compulsive behaviors, please seek professional help from qualified healthcare providers.
We do not guarantee that using the Service will:
TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW:
Some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion of certain warranties or limitations of liability, so some of the above limitations may not apply to you.
You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Accountability Shield and its affiliates from any claims, damages, losses, liabilities, and expenses (including legal fees) arising from:
Your use of the Service is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated into these Terms by reference. Please review our Privacy Policy to understand how we collect, use, and protect your data.
We may modify these Terms from time to time. When we do:
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.
If you have a dispute with us:
You agree to resolve disputes with us on an individual basis only, and not as part of any class, representative, or collective action.
These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and Accountability Shield regarding the Service.
If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable, the remaining provisions will continue in full force and effect.
Our failure to enforce any right or provision of these Terms shall not be deemed a waiver of such right or provision.
You may not assign or transfer these Terms without our written consent. We may assign these Terms to any affiliate or successor.
We shall not be liable for any failure to perform our obligations due to circumstances beyond our reasonable control (e.g., natural disasters, war, pandemics, internet outages).
If you have questions about these Terms of Service, please contact us:
[email protected]We're here to help clarify any concerns you may have.