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Last Updated: January 22, 2026

1. Acceptance of Terms

Welcome to SpoonScan. These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your access to and use of the SpoonScan mobile application and services (collectively, the "Service"). By downloading, installing, or using SpoonScan, you agree to be bound by these Terms.

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

These Terms constitute a legally binding agreement between you and SpoonScan LLC. If you are using the Service on behalf of an organization, you represent that you have authority to bind that organization to these Terms.

2. Description of Service

SpoonScan is a subscription-based AI-powered recipe generation application that:

  • Uses optical character recognition (OCR) to extract ingredients from photos of receipts and pantry items
  • Processes voice input to identify ingredients
  • Generates personalized recipes using artificial intelligence based on your ingredients and preferences
  • Filters recipes according to dietary restrictions and allergy preferences
  • Provides age-appropriate recipe recommendations

3. Subscription and Payment

3.1 Subscription Plans and Pricing

SpoonScan offers the following subscription options:

  • Monthly Subscription: $5 per month
  • Yearly Subscription: $50 per year

Prices are in US dollars and may vary by region. Subscription fees are charged by the Apple App Store, not by SpoonScan.

3.2 Free Trial

New subscribers may be eligible for a 5-day free trial. During the free trial period, you will have access to up to 3 recipe searches per day. The free trial will automatically convert to a paid subscription at the end of the 5-day period unless you cancel at least 24 hours before the trial ends.

3.3 Billing and Automatic Renewal

Payment will be charged to your Apple ID account at confirmation of purchase. Subscriptions automatically renew at the same price unless you cancel at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. You can manage and cancel your subscriptions by going to your account settings on the App Store after purchase.

3.4 Cancellation and Refunds

You may cancel your subscription at any time through your Apple ID account settings (Settings > Apple ID > Subscriptions). Cancellation will take effect at the end of your current billing period, and you will retain access until then. Refund requests are handled by Apple according to their refund policies.

3.5 Price Changes

We reserve the right to change subscription prices at any time. Price changes will be communicated in advance and will apply to subsequent billing periods after your current subscription expires.

4. Acceptable Use

4.1 Permitted Use

You may use SpoonScan for personal, non-commercial purposes to generate recipes and manage your cooking needs.

4.2 Prohibited Uses

You agree NOT to:

  • Use the Service for any illegal purpose or in violation of any laws
  • Reverse engineer, decompile, or disassemble the application
  • Attempt to gain unauthorized access to the Service or related systems
  • Use automated scripts or bots to access the Service
  • Resell, redistribute, or commercially exploit the Service or generated recipes
  • Upload malicious code, viruses, or harmful content
  • Share your subscription access with others
  • Use the Service to generate excessive API requests or abuse the service

4.3 Alcohol Content

SpoonScan provides optional wine, beer, and cocktail pairing suggestions as part of its recipe features. By accessing alcohol pairing content, you confirm that you are of legal drinking age in your jurisdiction (21 years or older in the United States). SpoonScan does not promote underage drinking and encourages responsible alcohol consumption. You agree not to access alcohol-related content if you are under the legal drinking age.

5. User Content and Data

5.1 Your Content

You retain all rights to content you provide to SpoonScan (photos, voice recordings, ingredient lists). As described in our Privacy Policy, this content is stored locally on your device and processed by third-party AI services to generate recipes.

5.2 Generated Recipes

Recipes generated by SpoonScan's AI are created specifically for you. While you may use these recipes for personal purposes, you acknowledge that similar recipes may be generated for other users with similar ingredients.

5.3 Third-Party Processing

By using the Service, you consent to your content being processed by third-party services as described in our Privacy Policy, including:

  • Google Gemini AI - For recipe generation based on your ingredients, dish identification, and recipe generation from photos
  • Google Cloud Vision API - For extracting text from receipt and pantry photos
  • Google Cloud Speech-to-Text - For transcribing voice input
  • Instacart Developer Platform API - For exporting shopping lists to Instacart (US and Canada only)
  • RevenueCat - For subscription management

6. Medical and Dietary Disclaimers

IMPORTANT: READ THIS SECTION CAREFULLY

6.1 Not Medical or Nutritional Advice

SpoonScan is NOT a substitute for professional medical, nutritional, or dietary advice. The Service:

  • Does not provide medical diagnosis, treatment, or advice
  • Is not designed or intended for medical nutrition therapy
  • Should not be used to treat, prevent, or diagnose any health condition
  • Is not a replacement for consultation with qualified healthcare professionals

6.2 Allergy and Safety Warnings

CRITICAL: While SpoonScan offers allergy filters, we make NO GUARANTEES about the safety of any recipe:

  • Always verify ingredients: Check all ingredients yourself before cooking or consuming
  • Cross-contamination: We cannot account for cross-contamination in ingredient processing or preparation
  • Hidden allergens: Allergens may be present in processed ingredients not explicitly listed
  • AI limitations: AI-generated recipes may contain errors or omissions
  • Your responsibility: You are solely responsible for verifying recipe safety for your dietary needs

6.3 Age-Appropriate Recipes

While we provide age-based recipe filtering for babies, toddlers, and children:

  • Always consult your pediatrician about age-appropriate foods
  • Monitor children during meals to prevent choking hazards
  • Recipes are suggestions only and may not be suitable for all children
  • You are responsible for determining food safety and appropriateness for your child

6.4 Nutritional Information

Nutritional information provided is approximate and generated by AI. Actual nutritional values may vary based on specific ingredients, preparation methods, and portion sizes. Do not rely on this information for medical dietary planning.

7. Intellectual Property

7.1 Our Rights

SpoonScan™ and all associated trademarks, logos, designs, and content are owned by SpoonScan LLC and protected by intellectual property laws. You may not use our intellectual property without prior written permission.

7.2 Trademarks

"SpoonScan" is a trademark of SpoonScan LLC, pending registration with the United States Patent and Trademark Office. The SpoonScan name, logo, and associated branding are protected intellectual property. You may not use the SpoonScan name or logo in any way that suggests endorsement, affiliation, or sponsorship without our prior written consent.

7.3 License to Use

We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to use SpoonScan for personal purposes in accordance with these Terms. This license does not include any right to:

  • Reproduce or distribute the application
  • Modify or create derivative works
  • Use for commercial purposes

8. Disclaimers and Limitations of Liability

8.1 "As Is" Service

THE SERVICE IS PROVIDED "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED. We disclaim all warranties, including but not limited to:

  • Merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose
  • Accuracy, completeness, or reliability of recipes
  • Uninterrupted or error-free operation
  • Safety or suitability of any recipe

8.2 Limitation of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, WE SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO:

  • Allergic reactions or food-related illness
  • Personal injury or property damage
  • Loss of data or profits
  • Service interruptions or errors

IN NO EVENT SHALL OUR TOTAL LIABILITY EXCEED THE AMOUNT YOU PAID FOR YOUR SUBSCRIPTION IN THE PAST 12 MONTHS.

8.3 Third-Party Services

We are not responsible for the performance, accuracy, or policies of third-party services (Google Cloud, Google Gemini, Instacart, RevenueCat, Apple, Google Play) used in connection with SpoonScan.

9. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless SpoonScan, its officers, directors, employees, and agents from any claims, damages, losses, liabilities, and expenses (including legal fees) arising from:

  • Your use of the Service
  • Your violation of these Terms
  • Food-related illness, allergic reactions, or injuries
  • Your violation of any third-party rights

10. Termination

10.1 By You

You may cancel your subscription at any time through the Platform. Your access will continue until the end of your billing period.

10.2 By Us

We may terminate or suspend your access immediately, without notice, if you:

  • Violate these Terms
  • Engage in fraudulent or abusive behavior
  • Use the Service in a manner that harms us or other users

10.3 Effect of Termination

Upon termination, your right to use the Service immediately ceases. Data stored locally on your device will remain, but you will no longer be able to generate new recipes.

11. Changes to Service and Terms

11.1 Service Changes

We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue any part of the Service at any time. We will provide reasonable notice for material changes.

11.2 Terms Changes

We may update these Terms at any time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date. Continued use after changes constitutes acceptance. Material changes will be communicated via the app or email.

12. Age Restrictions

SpoonScan is intended for users 13 years of age or older (or the minimum digital age of consent in your country, if higher).

The "Kids Mode" feature is designed for parents and caregivers to create recipes FOR children—not for children to operate the app directly.

13. Content Moderation and Safety

SpoonScan employs automated content moderation to help ensure safe recipe generation:

  • Dangerous Ingredient Filtering: We filter requests containing toxic substances (bleach, ammonia, pesticides, etc.), non-food items, and known unsafe ingredient combinations
  • Inappropriate Content Blocking: We block offensive, vulgar, or inappropriate content from recipe generation
  • Food Safety Warnings: Our system attempts to identify and warn about dangerous food preparations (raw kidney beans, green potatoes, etc.)

Limitation: While we employ these safeguards, no automated system is perfect. You remain responsible for verifying the safety of all recipes and ingredients.

14. Governing Law and Disputes

14.1 Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of the United States and the state in which we are incorporated, without regard to conflict of law principles.

14.2 Dispute Resolution and Arbitration

PLEASE READ THIS SECTION CAREFULLY. IT AFFECTS YOUR LEGAL RIGHTS.

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 ("AAA"), except where prohibited by law.

14.3 Small Claims Court Exception

Notwithstanding the above, either party may bring an individual action in small claims court for disputes within that court's jurisdiction.

14.4 Class Action Waiver

YOU AND SPOONSCAN LLC AGREE THAT EACH MAY BRING CLAIMS AGAINST THE OTHER ONLY IN YOUR OR ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY AND NOT AS A PLAINTIFF OR CLASS MEMBER IN ANY PURPORTED CLASS OR REPRESENTATIVE ACTION. Unless both you and SpoonScan LLC agree otherwise, the arbitrator may not consolidate more than one person's claims and may not otherwise preside over any form of a representative or class proceeding.

14.5 Arbitration Opt-Out

You may opt out of this arbitration agreement by sending written notice to support@spoonscan.com within 30 days of first using the Service. Your notice must include your name, address, and a clear statement that you wish to opt out of this arbitration agreement.

15. Miscellaneous

15.1 Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and SpoonScan LLC.

15.2 Severability

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

15.3 Waiver

Our failure to enforce any right or provision of these Terms will not be considered a waiver of those rights.

15.4 Assignment

You may not transfer or assign your rights under these Terms. We may assign our rights to any affiliate or successor.

16. Trademarks

INSTACART® is a registered trademark of Maplebear Inc. d/b/a Instacart. Instacart may not be available in all zip codes. See Instacart Terms of Service for details.

All other trademarks, service marks, and trade names referenced in this Service are the property of their respective owners.

17. Contact Us

If you have questions about these Terms of Service, please contact us at:

Email: support@spoonscan.com

By using SpoonScan, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service. These Terms constitute a legally binding agreement between you and SpoonScan LLC.

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