Terms of Service for Briefly

Effective Date: Feb 9, 2026
Last Updated: Feb 9, 2026

1. Acceptance of Terms

Welcome to Briefly! These Terms of Service ("Terms") constitute a legally binding agreement between you and Briefly ("we," "our," or "us") governing your access to and use of the Briefly mobile application (the "App") and related services (collectively, the "Services").

By downloading, installing, accessing, or using the App, you agree to be bound by these Terms and our Privacy Policy. If you do not agree to these Terms, you may not use the Services.

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

2. Description of Services

Briefly is an AI-powered news briefing application that provides:

The Services are provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis. We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue any aspect of the Services at any time without prior notice.

3. Account Registration and Security

3.1 Account Creation

You may use the App as a guest with limited features or create an account using:

3.1A Guest Accounts and Data Merge

If you use the App as a guest, your preferences and activity may be stored under a temporary guest profile. When you choose to sign in, we may merge your guest profile (including topics, and other in-app data) into the signed-in Briefly account.

Outside of this guest-to-login merge flow, we do not automatically migrate data or subscription benefits between different Briefly accounts. You may restore purchases as described in Section 5.

3.1B Changing Sign-In Method

You may sign in using different authentication methods (e.g., Google, Apple, or phone). If you sign in using a different method and it results in a different Briefly account, your prior account data and subscription benefits will not be automatically available in the new account.

If your purchase was made through the App Store or Google Play, you may restore purchases as described in Section 5.

3.2 Account Security

You are responsible for:

3.3 Account Information

You agree to:

3.4 Account Termination

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your account at any time for:

You may delete your account at any time by contacting Briefly.Feedback@gmail.com.

4. User Conduct and Prohibited Activities

4.1 Acceptable Use

You agree to use the Services only for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms.

4.2 Prohibited Activities

You agree NOT to:

Content Violations: Technical Violations: Commercial Violations: Account Violations:

Violation of these prohibitions may result in immediate termination of your account and potential legal action.

5. Subscription and Payment Terms

5.0 Purchase Eligibility (Login Required)

To purchase or manage a VIP subscription, you must be signed in to a Briefly account. Purchases are not available in Guest mode. If you start a purchase flow while using Guest mode, you will be required to sign in successfully before completing the transaction.

5.1 Subscription Tiers

Free Tier: VIP Subscription: Note: Specific limits for the Free tier are determined by server configuration and may be adjusted from time to time. Current limits are displayed in the App.

5.2 Subscription Plans

VIP subscriptions are available in the following durations:

"Lifetime" Definition: "Lifetime" refers to the lifetime of the Briefly App or the availability of the related Services (including VIP features), not the lifetime of the user. We may modify, suspend, or discontinue the App or any part of the Services in accordance with these Terms.

5.3 Payment Processing

All purchases are processed through:

We do not collect or store your payment information. All transactions are handled securely by Apple or Google.

5.4 Pricing and Taxes

5.5 Billing and Renewal

Automatic Renewal: Cancellation:

- iOS: Settings > [Your Name] > Subscriptions - Android: Google Play Store > Subscriptions

5.6 Free Trials

We may offer free trial periods for VIP subscriptions:

5.7 Restore Purchases

If you've previously purchased a VIP subscription:

5.7A Account Binding and Restore

In-app purchases and subscription benefits are associated with the App Store Apple ID (iOS) or Google Play account (Android) used at the time of purchase.

At any given time, a purchase may be accessed by one Briefly App account. If you sign in using a different Briefly account, previously purchased benefits will not be automatically available unless you restore the purchase using the same App Store Apple ID (iOS) or Google Play account (Android) originally used for the purchase.

In some cases, restoring on a different Briefly App account may require removing the existing account association (for example, by deleting the account currently using the purchase) before restoring.

If you delete your Briefly account, your purchase is not canceled. You may restore your purchase after signing in with a new or existing Briefly account using the same App Store Apple ID (iOS) or Google Play account (Android) via the "Restore Purchases" feature.

You are responsible for ensuring that you are signed in with the correct account before completing a purchase. Except as required by applicable law, no refunds or compensation will be provided for purchases made under an unintended account.

5.8 Refund Policy

General Policy: Apple App Store Refunds: Google Play Store Refunds: Grace Period:

5.9 Promotional Codes

6. Intellectual Property Rights

6.1 Our Content and Trademarks

The Services, including all content, features, functionality, software, text, images, graphics, logos, and trademarks, are owned by Briefly or our licensors and are protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

Trademarks:

6.2 License to Use the App

We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to:

This license does not include the right to:

6.3 News Briefings

News briefings are provided for personal, non-commercial use only. You may not:

6.4 User-Generated Content

Chat Messages: Custom Topics:

6.5 Feedback

If you provide feedback, suggestions, or ideas about the Services:

7. Third-Party Services and Content

7.1 Third-Party Authentication

We use third-party authentication providers (Google, Apple, Firebase). Your use of these services is subject to their respective terms and privacy policies.

7.2 Third-Party Content

The Services may display content from third-party news sources and publishers. We:

7.3 External Links

The App may contain links to external websites or services. We:

8. AI Chatbot and Content Accuracy

8.1 AI-Generated Content

Our AI chatbot provides responses based on artificial intelligence technology. Please be aware that:

8.2 News Briefing Accuracy

While we strive to provide accurate and timely news briefings:

9. Privacy and Data Protection

Your privacy is important to us. Our collection, use, and protection of your personal information is governed by our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated into these Terms by reference.

Key privacy points:

Please review our Privacy Policy for detailed information.

10. Disclaimers and Limitation of Liability

10.1 Service Availability

THE SERVICES ARE PROVIDED "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO:

We do not guarantee that:

10.2 Service Changes

We reserve the right to:

10.3 Limitation of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW:

No Liability for Damages:

WE ARE NOT LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, INCLUDING:

Liability Cap:

OUR TOTAL LIABILITY TO YOU FOR ALL CLAIMS ARISING FROM OR RELATED TO THE SERVICES SHALL NOT EXCEED THE GREATER OF:

Exclusions:

These limitations do not apply to:

10.4 No Warranty for Third-Party Content

We disclaim all responsibility and liability for:

11. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Briefly, its affiliates, officers, directors, employees, and agents from any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, costs, or expenses (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising from or related to:

We reserve the right to assume exclusive defense and control of any matter subject to indemnification by you, at your expense.

12. Dispute Resolution

12.1 Governing Law

These Terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Singapore, without regard to conflict of law principles.

12.2 Informal Resolution

Before filing a claim, you agree to contact us at Briefly.Feedback@gmail.com to attempt to resolve the dispute informally. We will attempt to resolve the dispute within 120 days.

12.3 Arbitration Agreement

Binding Arbitration:

If we cannot resolve a dispute informally, you agree that any dispute, claim, or controversy arising out of or relating to these Terms or the Services shall be resolved by binding arbitration rather than in court, except:

Arbitration Rules:

Arbitration will be conducted by [Arbitration Organization] under its rules.

Class Action Waiver:

YOU AGREE THAT DISPUTES WILL BE RESOLVED ON AN INDIVIDUAL BASIS. YOU WAIVE ANY RIGHT TO PARTICIPATE IN A CLASS ACTION LAWSUIT OR CLASS-WIDE ARBITRATION.

Opt-Out:

You may opt out of this arbitration agreement by sending written notice to Briefly.Feedback@gmail.com within 30 days of first accepting these Terms.

12.4 Jurisdiction

If arbitration does not apply, you agree to submit to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts located in Singapore.

13. Termination

13.1 Termination by You

You may stop using the Services at any time. To delete your account, contact Briefly.Feedback@gmail.com.

13.2 Termination by Us

We may suspend or terminate your access to the Services immediately, without prior notice or liability, for any reason, including:

13.3 Effect of Termination

Upon termination:

13.4 Subscription Cancellation

Canceling your VIP subscription is not the same as deleting your account. You will retain access to VIP features until the end of your paid period.

14. General Provisions

14.1 Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and Briefly regarding the Services and supersede all prior agreements and understandings.

14.2 Amendments

We may update these Terms at any time by posting the revised Terms in the App. Material changes will be notified via:

Your continued use of the Services after changes become effective constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.

14.3 Waiver

Our failure to enforce any right or provision of these Terms does not constitute a waiver of that right or provision.

14.4 Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions will continue in full force and effect.

14.5 Assignment

You may not assign or transfer these Terms or your rights under these Terms without our prior written consent. We may assign our rights and obligations under these Terms without restriction.

14.6 Force Majeure

We are not liable for any failure or delay in performance due to circumstances beyond our reasonable control, including:

14.7 Export Compliance

You agree to comply with all applicable export and import control laws and regulations. You represent that you are not located in a country subject to a U.S. government embargo or designated as a "terrorist supporting" country.

14.8 Mobile Application Stores

Apple App Store: Google Play Store:

14.9 U.S. Government Rights

If you are a U.S. government entity, the App is a "commercial item" as defined in 48 C.F.R. 2.101, and you have only those rights granted to end users in accordance with these Terms.

15. Contact Information

If you have questions, concerns, or disputes regarding these Terms, please contact us:

Contact:

Email: Briefly.Feedback@gmail.com

Response Time: We aim to respond to all inquiries within 5 business days.

16. Acknowledgment

BY USING THE SERVICES, YOU ACKNOWLEDGE THAT:

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