Welcome to Flippin! These Terms of Use ("Terms") govern your use of the Flippin language learning application ("App") developed by Alexander Riakhin ("Developer," "we," "us," or "our"). By downloading, installing, or using the App, you agree to be bound by these Terms.
Please read these Terms carefully before using the App. If you do not agree to these Terms, do not use the App.
1. Acceptance of Terms
By accessing or using the App, you confirm that you accept these Terms and agree to comply with them. If you are using the App on behalf of a company or other legal entity, you represent that you have the authority to bind such entity to these Terms.
2. Description of Service
Flippin is a language learning application that provides:
- Interactive flashcard creation and management
- Real-time text translation services
- Text-to-speech functionality
- Practice sessions, including speaking practice checked with speech recognition
- Preset vocabulary collections
- AI-generated vocabulary collections and AI learning insights (Premium)
- Comprehensive learning analytics and progress tracking
- Personalized learning insights and recommendations
- Study session management and performance analysis
- Cloud synchronization (optional)
- Premium subscription features
3. User Accounts (Optional)
3.1 Account Creation
You do not need an account to use the App. You may optionally sign in with Apple to sync your profile, study streak and subscription across your devices. AI features require signing in so that your Premium status can be verified. Your flashcards sync through iCloud whether or not you sign in, as long as iCloud is enabled in your Apple ID settings.
3.2 Account Responsibilities
If you sign in, you are responsible for:
- Maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials
- All activities that occur under your account
- Notifying us immediately of any unauthorized use
- Ensuring your account information is accurate and up-to-date
4. Acceptable Use Policy
4.1 Permitted Uses
You may use the App for:
- Personal language learning and education
- Creating and managing your own flashcards
- Accessing preset vocabulary collections
- Using translation and TTS features for learning purposes
- Tracking your learning progress and analytics
- Receiving personalized learning insights and recommendations
4.2 Prohibited Uses
You agree not to:
- Use the App for any illegal or unauthorized purpose
- Violate any applicable laws or regulations
- Infringe upon intellectual property rights
- Attempt to gain unauthorized access to the App or its systems
- Interfere with or disrupt the App's functionality
- Create content that is harmful, offensive, or inappropriate
- Use the App for commercial purposes without permission
- Reverse engineer, decompile, or disassemble the App
5. Premium Features and Subscriptions
5.1 Subscription Services
The App offers premium features through subscriptions and may also offer other purchase options (including one-time purchases such as a lifetime unlock), as shown in the App Store before you complete a transaction.
Prices for United States storefronts (in USD) are:
- Monthly subscription: $5.99/month
- Yearly subscription: $39.99/year, with a 7-day free trial for eligible new subscribers
- Lifetime: $99.99 one-time purchase (not a subscription)
From time to time we may offer a limited-time yearly plan at $19.99/year (no free trial). The free trial applies to the yearly plan only.
Actual price, currency, renewal terms, and availability are presented in the App and in the App Store at purchase time and may vary by region and change over time.
5.2 Subscription Terms
By purchasing a subscription, you agree to:
- Pay all fees associated with your subscription
- Automatic renewal unless cancelled
- Apple's App Store terms for payment processing
- No refunds except as required by law
Subscriptions renew automatically at the end of each period unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the period ends. If you start a free trial, you will be charged the yearly price when the trial ends unless you cancel at least 24 hours before it ends. You can manage and cancel subscriptions in your Apple ID subscription settings. Payments and refunds are handled by Apple.
5.3 Premium Features
The free version includes up to 40 cards in one language pair, auto-translation, Google and system voices, 11 free preset collections, self-graded flashcard and matching practice, focus on difficult cards and favorites, study reminders, streaks and basic statistics, and iCloud sync. Premium (subscription or lifetime) includes:
- Unlimited card creation (removes the free card limit)
- Access to all 30 preset vocabulary collections
- AI collection generator and AI learning coach (subject to fair-use daily limits)
- Natural Speechify voices (subject to a monthly usage allowance; standard voices are used once it is reached)
- Card images, AI emoji suggestions and Emoji Mode
- Switching between language pairs
- Speaking, listening, typing, multiple-choice and fill-in-the-blank practice modes
- Detailed analytics: study-time charts, mastery breakdown, accuracy trends and badges
Premium features may change over time as the App evolves.
6. Intellectual Property Rights
6.1 App Ownership
The App and its original content, features, and functionality are owned by Alexander Riakhin and are protected by international copyright, trademark, patent, trade secret, and other intellectual property laws.
6.2 User Content
You retain ownership of content you create in the App. By creating content, you grant us a limited license to:
- Store and process your content for App functionality
- Sync your content across your devices (if enabled)
- Analyze your learning patterns to provide personalized insights
- Provide technical support and troubleshooting
6.3 Third-Party Content
The App may include third-party content and services:
- Apple: iCloud (CloudKit) sync, on-device Translation, speech recognition for Speak practice, StoreKit purchases, Sign in with Apple
- Google Translate: translation fallback and free text-to-speech voices
- Speechify: natural text-to-speech voices (Premium)
- OpenAI: AI-generated collections, emoji and learning insights (Premium), accessed through Flippin’s own server hosted on Cloudflare
- Pexels: image search for cards (Premium)
- RevenueCat: purchase and subscription management
- Google Firebase: optional sign-in, profile and progress sync, analytics, crash reporting and remote configuration
See our Privacy Policy for what each service receives.
7. Privacy and Data Protection
Your privacy is important to us. Our collection and use of personal information is governed by our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated into these Terms by reference. Please review our Privacy Policy to understand our practices.
7.1 Analytics and Learning Insights
By using the App, you consent to the collection and analysis of your learning data for the purpose of providing personalized insights and improving the App's functionality. This includes:
- Study session tracking and performance analysis
- Card interaction and learning progress data
- App usage patterns and feature utilization
- Personalized learning recommendations
We do not attach your name or email address to analytics events, and we do not sell your data.
8. Disclaimers and Limitations
8.1 Service Availability
The App is provided "as is" and "as available." We do not guarantee that the App will be available at all times or that it will be error-free.
8.2 Translation Accuracy
Translation services are provided by Apple and third-party APIs. We do not guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of translations.
8.3 AI-Generated Content
AI-generated collections, emoji and insights are produced automatically and may contain mistakes. Review them before relying on them.
8.4 Learning Outcomes
While the App is designed to facilitate language learning, we do not guarantee specific learning outcomes or proficiency levels.
| Limitation | Description |
|---|---|
| Service Interruptions | App may be temporarily unavailable for maintenance or updates |
| Data Loss | We are not responsible for data loss due to device issues or user error |
| Third-Party Services | Translation and other services depend on third-party availability |
| Device Compatibility | App requires iOS 18.0 or later and may not work on all devices |
9. Limitation of Liability
To the maximum extent permitted by law, Alexander Riakhin 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 out of or relating to your use of the App.
10. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Alexander Riakhin from and against any claims, damages, obligations, losses, liabilities, costs, or debt arising from your use of the App or violation of these Terms.
11. Termination
11.1 Termination by You
You may stop using the App at any time. You may also delete the App from your device.
11.2 Termination by Us
We may terminate or suspend your access to the App immediately, without prior notice, for conduct that we believe violates these Terms or is harmful to other users or the App.
11.3 Effect of Termination
Upon termination, your right to use the App will cease immediately. We may delete your account and data, except as required by law.
12. Governing Law and Disputes
These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the jurisdiction where the Developer is located, without regard to its conflict of law provisions.
13. Changes to Terms
We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. We will notify users of material changes by:
- Posting the updated Terms in the App
- Updating the "Last Updated" date
- Sending a notification through the App
Your continued use of the App after changes become effective constitutes acceptance of the new Terms.
14. Severability
If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable or invalid, that provision will be limited or eliminated to the minimum extent necessary so that these Terms will otherwise remain in full force and effect.
15. Entire Agreement
These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and Alexander Riakhin regarding the use of the App.
Contact
Questions about these Terms? Email support@flippin.app.
