Terms of Use

Last Updated: February 10, 2026

Acceptance of Terms

By downloading, installing, or using Shlf ("the App"), you agree to these Terms of Use. If you do not agree, please do not use the App.

Description of Service

Shlf is a personal reading tracker for iOS that allows you to log books, track reading sessions, set goals, view statistics, and sync data across your Apple devices via iCloud. The App is designed for personal, non-commercial use.

Subscriptions & Payments

Shlf offers a free tier with core functionality. Optional Pro plans are available as monthly, yearly, or lifetime subscriptions that unlock additional features.

  • All purchases are processed through the Apple App Store
  • Subscriptions automatically renew unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current billing period
  • You can manage or cancel subscriptions in your Apple ID settings
  • Refunds are handled by Apple in accordance with their refund policy

Your Data

All reading data you create in the App is yours. It is stored locally on your device and, if enabled, in your personal iCloud account. We do not have access to, collect, or store your reading data on our servers.

You are responsible for maintaining backups of your data. Deleting the App or disabling iCloud sync may result in data loss.

Acceptable Use

You agree not to:

  • Reverse engineer, decompile, or disassemble the App
  • Use the App for any unlawful purpose
  • Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any part of the App or its related systems
  • Redistribute, sublicense, or resell the App

Third-Party Services

The App uses third-party book databases to provide book information (titles, authors, covers). This data is provided as-is and may not always be accurate or complete. The App also relies on Apple's iCloud service for data synchronization, which is governed by Apple's own terms and conditions.

Intellectual Property

The App, including its design, code, graphics, and content, is owned by Shlf and protected by applicable intellectual property laws. Book cover images and metadata are the property of their respective owners.

Disclaimer of Warranties

The App is provided "as is" without warranties of any kind. We do not guarantee that the App will be uninterrupted, error-free, or that any defects will be corrected. Use of the App is at your own risk.

Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, Shlf shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, or consequential damages arising from your use of the App, including but not limited to data loss.

Changes to These Terms

We may update these Terms from time to time. Continued use of the App after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms. We encourage you to review this page periodically.

Contact

If you have questions about these Terms, please reach out through our support page.