Terms of Service

Last updated: April 27, 2026.

By downloading, installing, or using Readgate, including any pre-release or beta distribution we make available, you agree to these Terms of Service.

1. Description of service

Readgate is an iPhone app that uses Apple's Family Controls frameworks to gate selected apps behind a short reading challenge and then unlock them for a limited break. Readgate is available in a free tier and as a paid Pro subscription.

2. Eligibility

You must be at least 13 years old to use Readgate. By using the app, you confirm that you meet this age requirement.

3. License

We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to use Readgate on your personal Apple device for personal, non-commercial purposes.

Your use of Readgate is also subject to Apple's standard terms for apps distributed through the App Store. If these Terms conflict with mandatory App Store terms, the mandatory App Store terms control.

4. Free tier and Pro subscription

Readgate is free to download and use with the following limitations on the free tier:

Readgate Pro is an auto-renewable subscription that adds:

5. Subscription terms

Subscription name: Readgate Pro

Available plans: Monthly · Annual

Price: Displayed in the app before purchase. Prices may vary by region and are shown in your local currency.

Payment: Payment is charged to your Apple ID account at confirmation of purchase.

Auto-renewal: Subscriptions automatically renew unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current billing period.

Renewal charge: Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period at the confirmed purchase price.

Managing your subscription: You can manage or cancel your subscription at any time in your Apple ID Account Settings. Cancellation takes effect at the end of the current billing period — you retain Pro access until then.

Refunds: Refunds are handled by Apple. You can request a refund at reportaproblem.apple.com.

Restore: If you reinstall Readgate or change devices, use Restore Purchases in the app to recover an active subscription tied to your Apple ID.

No partial refunds are issued for unused portions of a subscription period. If you cancel during a billing period, you retain access to Pro features until the period ends.

6. Device permissions

Readgate requires authorization to use Apple's Family Controls frameworks. By granting this permission, you allow the app to block and unblock selected apps on your device according to your configured settings. You can revoke this permission in the app or in iOS Settings at any time.

7. Content

Readgate displays article content sourced from Wikipedia under Creative Commons licenses. We do not own Wikipedia content and are not responsible for its accuracy, completeness, or availability.

8. Availability and changes

Readgate is available through the App Store. Features, pricing, and availability may change over time. We will notify users of material changes to subscription pricing in advance. We may modify, suspend, or discontinue the service at any time.

9. Disclaimer

Readgate is provided "as is" without warranties of any kind. We do not guarantee uninterrupted operation, error-free performance, or that the app will meet every specific use case.

10. Limitation of liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, we shall not be liable for indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages arising from your use of Readgate.

11. Contact

For questions about these Terms or your subscription, contact hello@readgate.com.