Terms of Use
These Terms of Use ("Terms") govern your use of Rideword, a desktop teleprompter application ("Software") provided by Rideword ("we", "us"). By downloading, installing, or using the Software, you agree to these Terms. If you do not agree, do not use the Software.
1. License grant
Subject to these Terms and payment of the applicable license fee, we grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, non-sublicensable license to install and use one copy of the Software on your personal devices for your own personal or professional use.
The trial version of the Software may be used free of charge for up to 14 days without a license key.
2. Restrictions
You may not:
- Copy, modify, or distribute the Software or any portion of it
- Reverse engineer, decompile, or disassemble the Software, except to the extent permitted by applicable law
- Sublicense, sell, rent, lease, or transfer the Software or your license key to any third party
- Remove or alter any proprietary notices, labels, or marks on the Software
- Use the Software for any unlawful purpose
3. License key
Each license key is for a single user. You are responsible for keeping your license key confidential. We reserve the right to revoke a license key if we detect misuse, including unauthorized distribution or simultaneous use on more devices than the license permits.
4. Updates
A license purchase includes free updates for all v1.x releases. Major version releases (e.g. v2.0) may require a separate purchase. We do not guarantee any specific update schedule.
5. Ownership
The Software is licensed, not sold. We retain all right, title, and interest in and to the Software, including all intellectual property rights. These Terms do not grant you any rights except as expressly stated.
6. Disclaimer of warranties
THE SOFTWARE IS PROVIDED "AS IS" WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, AND NON-INFRINGEMENT. WE DO NOT WARRANT THAT THE SOFTWARE WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED OR ERROR-FREE.
In particular, Rideword is a tool for use during live presentations and demonstrations. We make no guarantee that the Software will function correctly during any specific presentation or event.
7. Limitation of liability
TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, IN NO EVENT SHALL WE BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES ARISING OUT OF OR RELATED TO YOUR USE OF THE SOFTWARE, EVEN IF WE HAVE BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES.
OUR TOTAL LIABILITY TO YOU FOR ANY CLAIMS ARISING UNDER THESE TERMS SHALL NOT EXCEED THE AMOUNT YOU PAID FOR THE SOFTWARE IN THE 12 MONTHS PRECEDING THE CLAIM.
8. Refunds
We offer refunds at our discretion within 14 days of purchase if the Software does not work as described. To request a refund, contact us via rideword.app. Refunds are processed through LemonSqueezy and are subject to their payment processing terms.
9. Termination
These Terms are effective until terminated. Your rights under these Terms terminate automatically if you fail to comply with any provision. Upon termination, you must cease all use of the Software and delete all copies in your possession.
10. Governing law
These Terms are governed by and construed in accordance with applicable law. Any disputes shall be resolved in the competent courts of the applicable jurisdiction. Contact us via rideword.app before initiating formal proceedings — most issues can be resolved informally.
11. Changes to these Terms
We may update these Terms from time to time. The current version is always available at rideword.app/terms. Continued use of the Software after an update constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.
12. Contact
Questions about these Terms: rideword.app