Terms of Service

Last updated: March 31, 2026

By downloading or using Readgate, you agree to these Terms of Service. Please read them carefully.

1. Acceptance of Terms

These Terms govern your use of the Readgate iOS application. By using the app, you accept these Terms in full. If you do not agree, do not use the app.

2. Description of Service

Readgate is a productivity app that uses Apple's Screen Time framework to block distracting apps and requires you to read a short article before unlocking them. The app is designed to help you build healthier smartphone habits.

3. Eligibility

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

4. License

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

5. Screen Time & Device Permissions

Readgate requires authorization to use Apple's Family Controls (Screen Time) framework. By granting this permission, you allow the app to block and unblock apps on your device according to your configured settings. You can revoke this permission at any time from within the app or from iOS Settings.

6. Article Content

Articles displayed in Readgate are sourced from Wikipedia and are provided under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 4.0 license. We do not own or control this content. We are not responsible for the accuracy or completeness of Wikipedia content.

7. Disclaimer of Warranties

Readgate is provided "as is" without warranties of any kind. We do not guarantee that the app will be error-free, uninterrupted, or that it will meet your specific requirements.

8. Limitation of Liability

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

9. Changes to the Service

We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue Readgate at any time without notice.

10. Changes to These Terms

We may update these Terms from time to time. Continued use of the app after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms.

11. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by applicable law. Any disputes shall be resolved in the courts of the jurisdiction in which we operate.

12. Contact

For questions about these Terms, contact us at hello@readgateapp.com.