Terms of use

Effective date: 20.01.2025 

Welcome to the Soundfr (“we”, “our company” or “us”) Terms of Use. These Terms of Use govern the use of our mobile application (the "Application"), which uses OpenAI Whisper technology and supports external microphones for sound recognition. By using the Application, you agree to these Terms of Use. If you do not agree, please do not use the application. 


1. Use of the Application

1.1 Purpose: 

The app is designed to record speech and detect sounds using external microphones to convert audio to text. 

1.2 Eligibility: 

You must be at least 13 years old to use the app. If you are under 18 years of age, the consent of a parent or guardian is required. 

1.3 License: 

We grant you a non-exclusive, non-transferable and revocable license for personal, non-commercial use of the Application. 

1.4 Prohibited uses: 

You agree not to: 


2. Audio recording and storage

2.1 Audio recordings: 

The application records sounds, including speech, when it is active and connected to an external microphone. 

2.2 Local storage: 

All recorded audio files and processed text are stored locally on your device. OpenAI Whisper processes the audio for transcription, but does not store the information locally or on its servers. 

2.3 User responsibility: 

You are solely responsible for the management and security of your locally stored recordings. We recommend using device security features (e.g. passcodes, encryption) to protect your data. 


3. OpenAI Whisper integration

3.1 Processing: 

The app uses OpenAI Whisper technology to convert speech to text. Whisper temporarily processes audio during transcription, but does not retain or store data. 

3.2 Terms of third parties: 

By using the app, you agree to OpenAI Terms of use and privacy policy


4. Use of external microphones 

4.1 Compatibility: 

The app supports external microphones. Users are responsible for connecting the device and external microphone. 

4.2 Sound recognition: 

The app detects sounds from connected microphones when active. Make sure external microphones are properly connected for optimal functionality. 


5. User behavior 

You agree to: 

You agree not to: 


6. Limitation of Liability 

We are not responsible for: 


7. Updates and Changes 

We may update the Application or these Terms of Use at any time. Your continued use of the App after updates means you agree to the revised terms. 


8. Termination of the contract 

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your access to the Application if you violate these Terms of Use. 


9. Consumer rights 

The buyer has the right to contact the competent supervisory authority, the Estonian Consumer Protection Authority, at Pronksi 12, 10117 Tallinn, e-mail: info@tarbijakaitseamet.eeTo resolve disputes, the buyer can contact the Consumer Disputes Committee. The Consumer Disputes Committee is competent to resolve disputes arising from the contract concluded between the buyer and the seller, which the parties have not been able to resolve by agreement. More information on complaints resolution can be found at http://ec.europa.eu/consumers/odr/


10. Contact us 

If you have any questions or concerns regarding these Terms of Use, please contact us: 

Soundfree OÜ 

info@soundfr.ee 

Haabersti 5, Tallinn, 13516 

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