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Terms of Service

Last Updated: January 26, 2026

Please read these Terms of Service ("Terms") carefully before using the It's Me mobile application ("the App") created by Brian Cartmell ("Developer"). By downloading, installing, or using the App, you agree to be bound by these Terms.

1. Description of Service

It's Me is a personal identity verification tool designed to help users verify the identity of people they communicate with through synchronized verification codes. The App uses cryptographic techniques to generate matching codes between users who have exchanged keys in person.

2. Intended Use

The App is intended to be used as a supplementary verification tool to help combat impersonation and deepfake fraud. It is designed for personal, non-commercial use.

3. No Warranty

The App is provided "as is" and "as available" without warranty of any kind, express or implied, including but not limited to the warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, and noninfringement.

The Developer makes no warranty that:

• The App will meet your specific requirements
• The App will be uninterrupted, timely, secure, or error-free
• The results obtained from using the App will be accurate or reliable
• Any errors in the App will be corrected

4. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by applicable law, in no event shall Brian Cartmell be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, including but not limited to:

• Loss of profits, data, or use
• Personal injury or property damage
• Any damages arising from identity fraud, impersonation, or failed verification
• Any damages arising from reliance on the App's verification results
• Any damages arising from unauthorized access to or alteration of your data
• Any other intangible losses

In no event shall the total liability to you for all damages exceed the amount you paid for the App (if any).

5. Not a Guarantee of Identity

• Matching verification codes indicate that both devices share the same cryptographic seed that was established during an in-person key exchange
• The App cannot verify that the original key exchange was performed with the intended person
• The App cannot detect all forms of fraud, impersonation, or social engineering
• Users should exercise their own judgment and use additional verification methods for high-stakes situations

You acknowledge that:

• The App may produce false positives or false negatives
• You are solely responsible for decisions made based on verification results
• The App should be used as one factor among many in verifying someone's identity

6. User Responsibilities

By using the App, you agree to:

• Perform key exchanges only with people you can verify in person
• Keep your device secure and protected with a passcode and/or biometric authentication
• Not rely solely on the App for critical identity verification
• Not use the App for any illegal purpose
• Not attempt to reverse engineer, decompile, or disassemble the App
• Not use the App in any way that could damage, disable, or impair its functionality

7. Security

While the App uses industry-standard cryptographic techniques and stores sensitive data in the iOS Keychain:

• No security system is impenetrable
• The Developer cannot guarantee that the App is free from vulnerabilities
• You are responsible for maintaining the security of your device
• If your device is compromised, your verification keys may be compromised

8. Data Loss

The App stores all data locally on your device. The Developer is not responsible for any loss of data due to:

• Device loss, theft, or damage
• iOS updates or changes
• App deletion (intentional or accidental)
• Device malfunction
• Any other cause

You are solely responsible for any backup of your data, though please note that cryptographic keys generally cannot be backed up due to iOS Keychain security restrictions.

9. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Brian Cartmell from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, and expenses (including reasonable attorney's fees) arising out of or in any way connected with:

• Your use of the App
• Your violation of these Terms
• Your violation of any rights of another person or entity

10. Modifications to the App

The Developer reserves the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue the App (or any part thereof) at any time, with or without notice. The Developer shall not be liable to you or any third party for any modification, suspension, or discontinuance of the App.

11. Changes to Terms

The Developer reserves the right to modify these Terms at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting the updated Terms. Your continued use of the App after any changes indicates your acceptance of the new Terms.

12. Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of New Zealand, without regard to its conflict of law provisions.

13. Dispute Resolution

Any dispute arising from these Terms or your use of the App shall be resolved through good-faith negotiation. If negotiation fails, disputes shall be submitted to the appropriate courts in New Zealand.

14. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is held to be invalid or unenforceable, such provision shall be struck and the remaining provisions shall be enforced to the fullest extent under law.

15. Entire Agreement

These Terms constitute the entire agreement between you and Brian Cartmell regarding the use of the App and supersede all prior agreements and understandings.

16. Contact Information

For questions about these Terms, please contact:

Brian Cartmell
Email: hello@im.cc