Terms of service
Last updated: September 2, 2026
1. Acceptance of these terms
These terms of service (the "Terms") set out the conditions for using CafeDiary (the "App"). By downloading or using the App, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree, do not use the App.
2. User-generated content and prohibited conduct
The App allows you to post café reviews and photos and share them with other users ("User Generated Content" or "UGC"). When using the App, you must not:
- Post content that violates any law or public order, or that is offensive, obscene, or violent
- Defame, harass, or infringe the rights of other users, third parties, or any business
- Engage in spam or use the App for advertising or commercial solicitation
- Engage in any other conduct the operator deems inappropriate
If the operator finds UGC that is inappropriate or violates these Terms, or receives reports from other users of unlawful or objectionable content, the operator may remove the content and suspend or terminate the offending account without prior notice (including actions taken under Apple's UGC policies).
3. Paid services and subscriptions
- The App offers a paid auto-renewing subscription, "Premium" (the "Subscription"), that unlocks additional features.
- The type, duration, and price of the Subscription are as stated on the purchase screen in the App.
- Payment is charged to your Apple ID account at confirmation of purchase.
- The Subscription renews automatically unless auto-renewal is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period.
- Your account is charged for renewal within 24 hours before the end of the current period.
- After purchase, you can manage your Subscription and turn off auto-renewal in your device account settings (such as the App Store subscription settings). Cancellation cannot be completed from within the App.
- No refunds are provided for cancellation during an active period, including prorated refunds.
Subscription status is processed through RevenueCat, a third-party subscription management service. Payment details are handled by Apple, not by the operator.
4. Third-party services
The App uses Google Maps and Google Places to display maps and provide café search and place information. Your use of these features is also subject to the Google Maps/Google Earth Additional Terms of Service and the Google Privacy Policy. The operator is not responsible for the accuracy or availability of information provided by third-party services.
5. Account deletion
You may delete your account at any time from "Delete account" in the settings screen. Deleting your account permanently removes your profile, saved cafés, visits, photos, and other associated data. This action cannot be undone.
6. Disclaimer of warranties
The operator makes no warranty, express or implied, that the App is free from defects in fact or in law (including defects relating to safety, reliability, accuracy, completeness, effectiveness, fitness for a particular purpose, or security, as well as errors, bugs, or infringement of rights). Except in cases of willful misconduct or gross negligence by the operator, the operator is not liable for any damages arising from your use of the App.
7. Changes to or termination of the service
The operator may change the content of the App or discontinue the service without prior notice to users. The operator is not liable for any damages incurred by users as a result.
8. Changes to these terms
The operator may amend these Terms when it deems necessary, without notice to users. The amended Terms take effect when displayed in the App.
9. Governing law
These Terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Japan. Any dispute arising in connection with the App is subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of Japan.