END USER LICENSE AGREEMENT (EULA)
& MEDICAL DISCLAIMER
Effective / Last Updated:
This End User License Agreement ("Agreement") is between you ("User") and CataLift, built and operated by Jon Elias ("CataLift", "we", "us"), regarding your use of the CataLift mobile application for iOS and Android ("App"). The App is also subject to our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. The Medical Disclaimer below is also published on its own page: Medical Disclaimer.
COMMUNICATIONS
We send account-related emails through our authentication provider (such as sign-up confirmation and password reset); we do not send marketing emails. If you allow notifications, the App sends push notifications that support your training (such as workout reminders, PR highlights, challenge updates and messages). Tips, comeback reminders and announcements are sent only if you turn on "Tips & announcements". You can control all of them in the App's notification settings or turn them off in your device settings at any time.
BY DOWNLOADING, INSTALLING, OR USING THE APP, YOU AGREE TO BE BOUND BY THIS AGREEMENT, INCLUDING THE MEDICAL DISCLAIMER BELOW.
1. LICENSE GRANT
We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to:
- Download and install the App on your device
- Use the App for personal fitness purposes
- Access features according to your subscription tier
2. LICENSE RESTRICTIONS
You MAY NOT:
- Copy, modify, adapt, translate, or create derivative works
- Reverse engineer, decompile, or disassemble the App
- Remove copyright, trademark, or proprietary notices
- Use the App for commercial purposes
- Rent, lease, sublicense, or transfer the App
- Use the App for illegal or unauthorized purposes
- Extract source code or algorithms
3. OWNERSHIP
The App and all intellectual property rights remain our exclusive property. This license does not grant you ownership of the App, only the right to use it subject to these terms.
4. USER DATA
You retain ownership of your workout data. We are granted a license to store and process your data to provide services. See our Privacy Policy for details on data handling.
5. SUBSCRIPTIONS (CATALIFT PREMIUM)
- CataLift Premium is an optional auto-renewing subscription, available monthly or yearly. Prices are shown in the App and in the App Store or Google Play before purchase, in your local currency.
- Payment is charged to your Apple ID or Google Play account at confirmation of purchase. We do not process payments or receive your card details.
- The subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Your account is charged for renewal within 24 hours before the end of the current period.
- You can manage or cancel your subscription in your App Store account settings (iOS) or Google Play subscriptions (Android). Deleting the App or your CataLift account does not cancel a subscription.
- Refunds are handled by Apple or Google under their own refund policies.
- See Section 6 of the Terms of Service for full payment terms.
6. APP STORE AND GOOGLE PLAY
- This Agreement is between you and CataLift only, not with Apple Inc. or Google LLC. CataLift, not Apple or Google, is responsible for the App and its content.
- Apple and Google have no obligation to provide maintenance or support for the App.
- If you downloaded the App from the Apple App Store, your use is also subject to the Usage Rules in the Apple Media Services Terms and Conditions. To the extent any warranty applies and the App fails to conform to it, you may notify Apple, and Apple may refund the purchase price of the App (if any); Apple has no other warranty obligation with respect to the App.
- Apple and Google are not responsible for addressing any claims by you or any third party relating to the App, including product liability claims, claims that the App fails to conform to legal or regulatory requirements, consumer protection claims, or intellectual property infringement claims.
- You represent that you are not located in a country subject to a U.S. Government embargo, and that you are not listed on any U.S. Government list of prohibited or restricted parties.
- You must comply with applicable third-party terms (for example, your wireless data agreement) when using the App.
- Apple and its subsidiaries are third-party beneficiaries of this Agreement, and upon your acceptance, Apple has the right to enforce this Agreement against you as a third-party beneficiary.
IMPORTANT HEALTH AND SAFETY WARNINGS
PLEASE READ CAREFULLY BEFORE USING THIS APP
1. NOT MEDICAL ADVICE
THIS APP IS NOT A MEDICAL SERVICE
- Provides fitness information and workout suggestions only
- Does not provide medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment
- We are not doctors, physicians, or licensed medical professionals
- Content is for educational and informational purposes only
- Do not use this App as a substitute for professional medical advice
2. CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR - MANDATORY
Before starting any exercise program, you must:
- Consult with a qualified, licensed physician
- Obtain medical clearance for physical activity
- Disclose all medical conditions, injuries, and medications
- Discuss any health concerns or symptoms
- Get personalized medical advice for your situation
⚠️ Medical Clearance is especially critical if you:
- Are over 45 years old (men) or 55 years old (women)
- Have heart disease or family history of heart disease
- Have high blood pressure or high cholesterol
- Have diabetes or pre-diabetes
- Are overweight or obese (BMI > 30)
- Smoke or recently quit smoking
- Have bone, joint, or muscle problems
- Are pregnant or nursing
- Have any chronic medical condition
- Take prescription medications
- Have had surgery or serious injury in the past year
- Experience chest pain, dizziness, or shortness of breath
- Are sedentary or haven't exercised regularly in over a year
- Have had a heart attack, stroke, or cardiac event
- Have respiratory problems (asthma, COPD)
- Have metabolic or neurological disorders
- Are taking blood thinners or heart medications
If any of the above apply to you, do not use this App without doctor's approval.
3. RISK ACKNOWLEDGMENT
Exercise involves inherent risks, including but not limited to:
Physical Injuries
- Muscle strains, tears, and ruptures
- Ligament sprains and tears
- Tendon injuries and tendinitis
- Joint damage and fractures
- Herniated discs and nerve injury
- Concussions and head injuries
Serious Medical Conditions
- Cardiovascular events: Heart attack, stroke, cardiac arrest
- Rhabdomyolysis: Severe muscle breakdown causing kidney failure
- Exertional heatstroke
- Dehydration and electrolyte imbalance
- Hypoglycemia (in diabetics)
- Fainting and loss of consciousness
- Respiratory distress
Long-term Consequences
- Chronic pain
- Permanent disability
- Death
BY USING THIS APP, YOU ACKNOWLEDGE THESE RISKS AND AGREE TO ASSUME THEM VOLUNTARILY.
4. STOP EXERCISING IMMEDIATELY IF
EMERGENCY WARNING SIGNS - SEEK MEDICAL ATTENTION
- Chest pain, tightness, or pressure
- Difficulty breathing or severe shortness of breath
- Dizziness, lightheadedness, or fainting
- Nausea or vomiting
- Sharp, shooting, or severe pain
- Numbness or tingling
- Vision changes or blurred vision
- Irregular or rapid heartbeat
- Cold sweats or clammy skin
- Severe fatigue or weakness
- Joint instability or loss of range of motion
If you experience any of these, stop immediately and call 911 (or your local emergency number) or go to the emergency room.
5. USER-GENERATED CONTENT WARNING
Zero tolerance: CataLift has zero tolerance for objectionable content or abusive users. You agree not to post objectionable content (see the prohibited content list in our Terms of Service, Section 7) and not to abuse other users. You can report content and users, and block users, in the App. We review reports and act on them within 24 hours: the content is removed and offending users are ejected from the Service. Contact: officialcatalift@gmail.com.
Content created by other users is not verified:
- Not reviewed by medical professionals
- Not vetted for safety or accuracy
- May contain dangerous or outdated advice
- May not be appropriate for your fitness level or condition
- Use at your own risk
6. WORKOUT PROGRAMS DISCLAIMER
- Programs are suggestions, not medical prescriptions
- May not suit your individual needs or limitations
- Must be adapted to your current fitness level
- Are not guaranteed to produce specific results
- Do not replace personalized coaching or medical supervision
7. FORM AND TECHNIQUE
- Exercise instructions and linked videos (for example YouTube links) are educational only
- Form check videos you record are for your own review; the App does not analyze or assess your form
- Not personalized to your biomechanics
- Practice with light weight initially
- Consider hiring a certified trainer for technique coaching
8. TRAINING INSIGHTS, HEALTH DATA, NUTRITION AND SUPPLEMENTS
- Training insights in the App (for example predicted one-rep max, strength standards, plateau, deload, recovery and volume insights) are automated estimates based on the data you log. They are not medical or professional assessments and may be inaccurate.
- Data read from Apple Health or Android Health Connect (such as steps, heart rate, heart rate variability and workouts) is shown for general informational purposes only. It is not intended to diagnose, treat, monitor or prevent any medical condition, and its accuracy depends on your devices.
- The App does not provide nutrition or supplement advice. Any discussion of nutrition by other users is not verified. Consult a registered dietitian or your doctor; supplements may interact with medications.
- We do not endorse specific products or supplements
9. NO LIABILITY FOR INJURIES
WE ARE NOT LIABLE FOR:
- Injuries sustained while using the App or following programs
- Health complications from following workout programs
- Damage caused by user-generated content
- Failure to achieve fitness goals or desired results
- Exacerbation of pre-existing medical conditions
- Adverse reactions to exercises
- Equipment malfunctions or accidents
- Injuries from improper form or technique
- Death or permanent disability
10. YOUR RESPONSIBILITY
- Assess your own physical capabilities and limitations
- Choose appropriate exercises for your fitness level
- Use proper form and technique
- Listen to your body and recognize pain vs discomfort
- Modify or skip exercises as needed
- Seek professional guidance when required
- Follow your doctor's medical advice
- Maintain adequate nutrition, hydration, and rest
- Warm up before workouts and cool down after
- Train in a safe environment with proper equipment
11. PROFESSIONAL GUIDANCE STRONGLY RECOMMENDED
- Certified Personal Trainers (CPT)
- Strength & Conditioning Specialists (CSCS)
- Physical Therapists (PT, DPT)
- Sports Medicine Doctors
- Registered Dietitians (RD, RDN)
- Sports Psychologists
FINAL ACKNOWLEDGMENT
BY USING THIS APP, YOU ACKNOWLEDGE THAT YOU HAVE READ AND FULLY UNDERSTAND THIS MEDICAL DISCLAIMER, UNDERSTAND THE RISKS INVOLVED IN EXERCISE, AND ACCEPT FULL RESPONSIBILITY FOR ANY INJURIES, HEALTH ISSUES, OR ADVERSE OUTCOMES THAT MAY RESULT FROM YOUR USE OF THIS APP.
YOU WAIVE ALL CLAIMS AGAINST US FOR ANY INJURIES OR DAMAGES.
12. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY
TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW:
- We are not liable for indirect, incidental, or consequential damages
- We are not liable for lost profits, data, or business opportunities
- We are not liable for personal injury, property damage, or death
- We are not liable for third-party content, products, or actions
- We are not liable for service interruptions or data loss
- Maximum Liability: Limited to amount paid in last 12 months (or $100 USD, whichever is greater)
13. INDEMNIFICATION
You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold us harmless from all claims, damages, losses, and expenses (including legal fees) arising from:
- Your use of the App
- Your violation of this Agreement
- Your content or conduct
- Your violation of any law or rights of others
- Injuries or damages you suffer while using the App
14. GOVERNING LAW
This Agreement is governed by the laws of the State of Delaware, United States, without regard to conflict of law provisions.
15. ENTIRE AGREEMENT
This Agreement, together with the Terms of Service, Privacy Policy and Medical Disclaimer, constitutes the entire agreement between you and us.
16. CONTACT INFORMATION
Legal inquiries: officialcatalift@gmail.com
Support: officialcatalift@gmail.com