Terms of Use

Terms of Use

Last Updated: September 2025
Effective Date: September 2025

1. Acceptance of Terms

Welcome to Photo Restore, a premium photo restoration and enhancement application developed by Whaleway Tech. These Terms of Use ("Terms") govern your use of our mobile application and related services (collectively, the "Service").

By downloading, installing, or using Photo Restore, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use our Service.

Important: These Terms constitute a legally binding agreement between you and Whaleway Tech. Please read them carefully before using our Service.

2. Service Description

Photo Restore is an advanced photo restoration and enhancement application that uses cutting-edge AI technology and local processing to:

🖼️ Photo Restoration

Repair damaged, torn, or faded photographs using AI-powered algorithms

🔍 Image Enhancement

Improve photo quality, remove noise, and enhance details

🎨 Colorization

Add realistic colors to black and white photographs

📏 Upscaling

Increase image resolution while maintaining quality

🔧 Scratch Removal

Remove scratches, dust, and other imperfections

💡 Low Light Enhancement

Improve photos taken in low light conditions

Processing Methods

  • Local Processing: Many features process photos directly on your device for maximum privacy
  • Cloud Processing: Advanced AI features may use secure cloud processing for optimal results
  • Hybrid Approach: Combination of local and cloud processing based on feature requirements

3. User Accounts

To access certain features of Photo Restore, you may need to create an account. When creating an account, you agree to:

  • Provide accurate, current, and complete information
  • Maintain and update your account information
  • Keep your password secure and confidential
  • Accept responsibility for all activities under your account
  • Notify us immediately of any unauthorized use
Account Security: You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials. We are not liable for any loss or damage arising from unauthorized access to your account.

4. Acceptable Use

Permitted Uses

  • Restoring and enhancing personal photographs
  • Using the Service for lawful purposes only
  • Complying with all applicable laws and regulations
  • Respecting the rights of others

Prohibited Uses

You may not use Photo Restore to:

  • Process images that violate any laws or regulations
  • Restore or enhance copyrighted material without permission
  • Create deepfakes or misleading content
  • Process images containing illegal, harmful, or inappropriate content
  • Attempt to reverse engineer or modify the application
  • Use the Service for commercial purposes without authorization
  • Interfere with the proper functioning of the Service
Content Responsibility: You are solely responsible for the content you process through Photo Restore. We reserve the right to refuse service or terminate accounts for violations of these terms.

5. Intellectual Property

Your Content

You retain all rights to your original photographs and images. By using Photo Restore, you grant us a limited license to process your images solely for the purpose of providing our restoration services.

Our Intellectual Property

Photo Restore, including its software, algorithms, user interface, and documentation, is protected by intellectual property laws. You may not:

  • Copy, modify, or distribute the application
  • Reverse engineer or decompile the software
  • Use our trademarks or logos without permission
  • Create derivative works based on our technology

AI Models and Algorithms

Our AI models, algorithms, and processing techniques are proprietary technology. You may not attempt to extract, copy, or replicate these technologies.

6. Privacy and Data Protection

Your privacy is important to us. Our collection, use, and protection of your personal information is governed by our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated into these Terms by reference.

Key Privacy Points:
  • Many features process photos locally on your device
  • Cloud processing uses encrypted transmission and temporary storage
  • We do not use your photos for training AI models
  • You control your data and can delete it at any time

7. Payments and Subscriptions

Free and Premium Features

Photo Restore offers both free and premium features:

  • Free Features: Basic restoration and enhancement tools
  • Premium Features: Advanced AI processing, high-resolution output, and priority support

Subscription Terms

  • Subscriptions are billed through the App Store
  • Auto-renewal can be managed in your App Store settings
  • No refunds for unused portions of subscription periods
  • Prices may change with 30 days' notice

Refund Policy

Refunds are handled through the App Store in accordance with Apple's refund policy. We do not process direct refunds.

8. Disclaimers and Limitations

Service Availability

We strive to maintain high service availability but cannot guarantee uninterrupted access. The Service may be temporarily unavailable due to maintenance, updates, or technical issues.

Results Disclaimer

While Photo Restore uses advanced AI technology, we cannot guarantee specific results. The quality of restoration depends on various factors including the original image condition and complexity of damage.

Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, Whaleway Tech shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, including but not limited to loss of profits, data, or use, arising from your use of the Service.

Important: Our total liability for any claims arising from these Terms or the Service shall not exceed the amount you paid for the Service in the 12 months preceding the claim.

9. Termination

Your Right to Terminate

You may stop using Photo Restore at any time by deleting the application from your device and canceling any active subscriptions through the App Store.

Our Right to Terminate

We may suspend or terminate your access to the Service if you:

  • Violate these Terms of Use
  • Use the Service for illegal or harmful purposes
  • Engage in fraudulent or abusive behavior
  • Fail to pay required fees

Effect of Termination

Upon termination, your right to use the Service ceases immediately. We may delete your account data in accordance with our Privacy Policy.

10. Governing Law and Disputes

Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of the jurisdiction where Whaleway Tech is incorporated, without regard to conflict of law principles.

Dispute Resolution

Any disputes arising from these Terms or the Service shall be resolved through binding arbitration in accordance with the rules of the American Arbitration Association.

Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable, the remaining provisions will remain in full force and effect.

Changes to Terms

We may update these Terms from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new Terms on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date. Your continued use of the Service after such changes constitutes acceptance of the new Terms.

Contact Information

Company: Whaleway Tech

Email: app.support@whalewaytech.com

Subject Line: Photo Restore Terms Inquiry

If you have any questions about these Terms of Use, please contact us. We're here to help clarify any aspects of our service agreement.

These Terms of Use were last updated on September 2025 and are effective immediately.