Last Updated: November 30, 2025

Terms of Service

1. Agreement to Terms

By downloading, installing, or using the Desk Jockey iOS application (“App”), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service (“Terms”). If you do not agree to these Terms, do not use the App.

2. Description of Service

Desk Jockey is a fitness reminder application that:

  • Sends scheduled notifications to remind you to perform squats during your workday
  • Tracks your exercise completion and progress
  • Provides streak tracking and statistics
  • Offers a free tier with basic features and a premium subscription with advanced features

3. Eligibility

You must be at least 13 years old to use this App. By using the App, you represent and warrant that you meet this age requirement.

4. License

4.1 Grant of License

Subject to your compliance with these Terms, we grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to:

  • Download and install the App on devices you own or control
  • Use the App for your personal, non-commercial use

4.2 Restrictions

You agree NOT to:

  • Modify, reverse engineer, or decompile the App
  • Remove any copyright or proprietary notices
  • Use the App for any illegal purpose
  • Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any part of the App
  • Sell, rent, lease, or sublicense the App

5. Free and Premium Features

5.1 Free Tier

The free version includes:

  • Up to 4 exercise reminders per day
  • Basic exercise tracking
  • 7-day streak tracking
  • Standard work hours (9 AM - 5 PM)

5.2 Premium Subscription

Premium features include:

  • Unlimited daily reminders
  • Custom work hours
  • Advanced streak tracking
  • HealthKit integration
  • Ad-free experience

5.3 Subscription Terms

  • Subscriptions are offered monthly (£2.99/month) or yearly (£29.99/year)
  • Payment is charged to your Apple ID account at confirmation of purchase
  • Subscriptions automatically renew unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period
  • Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours before the end of the current period
  • You can manage and cancel subscriptions in your App Store account settings
  • No refunds for partial subscription periods

5.4 Free Trial

If a free trial is offered:

  • You must cancel before the trial ends to avoid being charged
  • Cancellation takes effect at the end of the current trial period
  • Any unused portion of a free trial is forfeited when purchasing a subscription

6. Health and Safety Disclaimers

6.1 Not Medical Advice

IMPORTANT: Desk Jockey is for general fitness purposes only and is NOT:

  • Medical advice or treatment
  • Intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any medical condition
  • A substitute for professional medical advice
  • Supervised exercise instruction

You must consult with a qualified healthcare professional before starting any exercise program.

6.2 Exercise Risks

Physical exercise carries inherent risks, including but not limited to:

  • Muscle strains and sprains
  • Joint injuries
  • Cardiovascular stress
  • Falls and accidents
  • Aggravation of pre-existing conditions

6.3 Your Responsibility

By using this App, you acknowledge and agree that:

  • You are physically capable of performing the exercises
  • You have adequate space to exercise safely
  • You will exercise within your physical limitations
  • You will stop immediately if you experience pain, dizziness, or discomfort
  • You assume all risks associated with exercise
  • You release us from any liability for injuries or health issues

6.4 Medical Conditions

Do NOT use this App if you:

  • Have been advised by a doctor not to exercise
  • Have heart disease, high blood pressure, or other cardiovascular conditions (without doctor approval)
  • Are pregnant (without doctor approval)
  • Have joint, bone, or muscle problems that could be aggravated by exercise
  • Experience chest pain, dizziness, or severe shortness of breath during exercise

Consult your doctor before using this App if you have ANY medical conditions or concerns.

7. Disclaimer of Warranties

THE APP IS PROVIDED “AS IS” WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING:

  • Warranties of merchantability
  • Fitness for a particular purpose
  • Non-infringement
  • Accuracy, reliability, or completeness of content

We do not warrant that:

  • The App will be uninterrupted or error-free
  • Defects will be corrected
  • The App is free of viruses or harmful components
  • Results from using the App will meet your expectations

8. Limitation of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW:

WE ARE NOT LIABLE FOR ANY:

  • Physical injuries or health problems resulting from exercise
  • Indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages
  • Loss of profits, data, or use
  • Personal injury or property damage
  • Damages arising from your use or inability to use the App

Even if we have been advised of the possibility of such damages.

Your sole remedy is to stop using the App.

Some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion of certain warranties or limitation of liability, so these limitations may not apply to you.

9. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Desk Jockey and its developers from any claims, damages, losses, liabilities, and expenses (including legal fees) arising from:

  • Your use of the App
  • Your exercise activities
  • Your violation of these Terms
  • Your violation of any third-party rights
  • Any injuries or health issues you experience

10. User Content and Data

10.1 Your Data

  • All exercise data you create remains yours
  • Data is stored locally on your device and optionally in your iCloud
  • We do not access, collect, or store your data on external servers

10.2 Backup Responsibility

You are responsible for:

  • Backing up your data (via iCloud or device backups)
  • Any data loss that may occur
  • Maintaining the security of your device

11. Third-Party Services

The App uses Apple services (CloudKit, HealthKit, StoreKit, UserNotifications) which are governed by:

  • Apple’s Terms of Service
  • Apple’s Privacy Policy
  • iOS Developer Agreement

We are not responsible for these third-party services.

12. Modifications to the App

We reserve the right to:

  • Modify or discontinue the App at any time
  • Change features, pricing, or availability
  • Update these Terms

We will provide notice of significant changes through:

  • In-app notifications
  • App Store update notes
  • Updated Terms with new “Last Updated” date

Continued use after changes constitutes acceptance of new Terms.

13. Termination

13.1 By You

You may stop using the App and delete it at any time. Active subscriptions will continue until the end of the current billing period.

13.2 By Us

We may terminate or suspend your access if you:

  • Violate these Terms
  • Engage in fraudulent or illegal activity
  • Abuse or misuse the App

13.3 Effect of Termination

Upon termination:

  • Your license to use the App ends immediately
  • You must delete the App from all devices
  • Subscription fees are non-refundable (except as required by law)

14. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of England and Wales, without regard to conflict of law principles. Any disputes will be resolved in the courts of England and Wales.

15. Dispute Resolution

15.1 Informal Resolution

Before filing a claim, please contact us to attempt to resolve the issue informally.

15.2 Arbitration

If informal resolution fails, disputes will be resolved through binding arbitration in accordance with the laws of England and Wales, except where prohibited by law.

15.3 Class Action Waiver

You agree to resolve disputes individually, not as part of a class action or representative proceeding.

16. General Provisions

16.1 Entire Agreement

These Terms constitute the entire agreement between you and Desk Jockey regarding the App.

16.2 Severability

If any provision is found unenforceable, the remaining provisions remain in effect.

16.3 No Waiver

Failure to enforce any right or provision does not constitute a waiver.

16.4 Assignment

You may not assign these Terms. We may assign them without restriction.

16.5 No Partnership

These Terms do not create any partnership, joint venture, or agency relationship.

17. Apple-Specific Terms

17.1 Acknowledgement

  • These Terms are between you and Desk Jockey, not Apple
  • Apple is not responsible for the App or its content
  • Apple has no obligation to provide maintenance or support

17.2 Scope of License

The license granted is limited to a non-transferable license to use the App on Apple-branded products you own or control, as permitted by the App Store Terms of Service.

17.3 Third-Party Beneficiary

Apple and its subsidiaries are third-party beneficiaries of these Terms and may enforce them against you.

17.4 Intellectual Property

In the event of any third-party claim that the App infringes intellectual property rights:

  • We, not Apple, are solely responsible for investigation, defense, settlement, and discharge
  • You must comply with any applicable third-party terms when using the App

18. Contact Information

For questions about these Terms, please contact us:

19. Acknowledgment

BY USING DESK JOCKEY, YOU ACKNOWLEDGE THAT:

  • You have read and understood these Terms
  • You agree to be bound by these Terms
  • You understand the health risks associated with exercise
  • You accept full responsibility for your exercise activities
  • You release us from any liability for injuries or damages

If you do not agree to these Terms, do not use the App.