Terms and Conditions

Last updated: March 5, 2026

1. Agreement to Terms

By downloading, installing, or using the Detecting Log mobile application (the "App"), you agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions ("Terms"). If you do not agree to these Terms, do not use the App.

These Terms constitute a legally binding agreement between you ("you" or "user") and OptimAItion ("we," "us," or "our"), a sole proprietorship, regarding your use of the App.

2. Description of Service

The App is a personal logging tool for metal detecting hobbyists. It allows you to record hunts, log finds, attach photos, capture GPS locations, view statistics, and export your data. The App is provided as a convenience tool and is not intended to replace professional record-keeping, surveying, navigation, or land management systems.

3. Eligibility

You must be at least 13 years of age (or 16 in the EEA/UK) to use the App. By using the App, you represent and warrant that you meet this age requirement. If you are under the legal age of majority in your jurisdiction, you represent that your parent or legal guardian has reviewed and agreed to these Terms on your behalf.

4. User Accounts

4.1 Account Creation

You may use the App as a guest without creating an account. Certain features (cloud sync, data backup, subscription purchases) require you to create an account with a valid email address and password.

4.2 Account Security

You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials. You agree to notify us immediately of any unauthorised use of your account. We are not liable for any loss arising from unauthorised access to your account.

4.3 Account Accuracy

You agree to provide accurate and current information when creating your account. You are solely responsible for the information associated with your account.

5. Subscriptions and Payments

5.1 Free and Premium Tiers

The App offers a free tier with limited features and advertisements, and a premium subscription tier with additional features and an ad-free experience.

5.2 Subscription Processing

All subscription purchases are processed through Apple's App Store or Google Play Store. By purchasing a subscription, you also agree to the applicable store's terms of service and payment policies. We do not directly collect or store your payment card or financial information.

5.3 Pricing

Subscription pricing is displayed in the App at the time of purchase. Prices may vary by region and are subject to change. Any price changes will apply to the next billing cycle after the change is announced.

5.4 Cancellation and Refunds

You may cancel your subscription at any time through your Apple App Store or Google Play Store account settings. Cancellation takes effect at the end of the current billing period. Refund requests must be directed to Apple or Google, as they process all payments. We do not have the ability to issue refunds directly.

5.5 Feature Availability

We reserve the right to modify, add, or remove features from either the free or premium tier at any time. We will endeavour to provide reasonable notice of material changes to premium features.

6. Acceptable Use

You agree not to:

  • Use the App for any unlawful purpose or in violation of any applicable local, state, national, or international law.
  • Use the App to trespass on private property or to detect in areas where metal detecting is prohibited or requires permission you have not obtained.
  • Attempt to reverse engineer, decompile, disassemble, or otherwise attempt to derive the source code of the App.
  • Interfere with or disrupt the App's servers, networks, or infrastructure.
  • Upload malicious content, viruses, or harmful data through the App.
  • Create multiple accounts to circumvent free-tier limitations.
  • Use the App in any manner that could damage, disable, or impair the service.
  • Attempt to gain unauthorised access to any part of the App or its related systems.

7. User Content

7.1 Ownership

You retain full ownership of all content you create, upload, or store through the App, including hunt logs, find records, photos, and notes ("User Content").

7.2 Licence Grant

By using the App's cloud sync and storage features, you grant us a limited, non-exclusive, royalty-free licence to store, process, transmit, and display your User Content solely for the purpose of providing the App's services to you. This licence terminates when you delete your content or your account.

7.3 Responsibility

You are solely responsible for your User Content. You represent that you have the right to upload any photos or content you add to the App and that such content does not infringe on the rights of any third party.

7.4 No Obligation to Backup

While we offer cloud sync as a premium feature, we are not obligated to maintain backups of your data. You are responsible for maintaining your own backups of important data. We strongly recommend using the CSV export feature regularly.

8. Location Data and Metal Detecting

8.1 Location Accuracy

GPS coordinates captured by the App are approximate and depend on your device's hardware, software, and environmental conditions. We make no warranty regarding the accuracy, precision, or reliability of location data. Do not rely on the App for precise surveying, boundary determination, or navigation.

8.2 Detecting Responsibility

The App is a logging tool only. You are solely responsible for:

  • Obtaining all necessary permissions before detecting on any land (public or private).
  • Complying with all applicable laws, regulations, and permit requirements related to metal detecting in your jurisdiction.
  • Understanding and following local rules regarding the removal, reporting, or handling of found items (including archaeological artefacts, historical items, or items of cultural significance).
  • Your own physical safety while detecting.

The App does not provide legal advice regarding metal detecting permissions, land access, or archaeological regulations.

9. Intellectual Property

9.1 App Ownership

The App, including its design, code, graphics, interfaces, and all related intellectual property, is owned by OptimAItion and is protected by applicable copyright and intellectual property laws. These Terms do not grant you any rights to our trademarks, logos, or branding.

9.2 Feedback

If you provide feedback, suggestions, or ideas about the App, you grant us a non-exclusive, perpetual, irrevocable, royalty-free licence to use such feedback for any purpose without obligation to you.

10. Disclaimer of Warranties

THE APP IS PROVIDED ON AN "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" BASIS WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED. To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, we disclaim all warranties, including but not limited to:

  • Merchantability: We do not warrant that the App will meet your requirements or expectations.
  • Fitness for a particular purpose: The App is a general-purpose logging tool and is not warranted for any specific use case.
  • Accuracy: We do not warrant the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of any data displayed by or generated through the App, including GPS coordinates, statistics, charts, or exported data.
  • Availability: We do not warrant that the App will be uninterrupted, timely, secure, or error-free.
  • Data integrity: While we implement reasonable measures to protect your data, we do not warrant that your data will never be lost, corrupted, or compromised.
  • Third-party services: We do not warrant the performance, availability, or policies of any third-party services integrated with the App.

11. Limitation of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW:

  • OptimAItion, its owner, operators, and affiliates shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, including but not limited to loss of profits, data, use, goodwill, or other intangible losses, arising out of or related to your use of or inability to use the App.
  • Our total aggregate liability for any claims arising out of or related to these Terms or the App shall not exceed the amount you have paid to us in the twelve (12) months immediately preceding the event giving rise to the claim, or fifty Australian dollars (AUD $50), whichever is greater.
  • We are not liable for any damages or losses resulting from: loss or corruption of your data; inaccurate GPS coordinates or statistics; interruption of cloud sync or export features; actions taken by third-party service providers; unauthorised account access resulting from your failure to maintain security; your reliance on any information provided by the App; or legal consequences arising from your metal detecting activities.

Some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of certain warranties or liability. In such jurisdictions, our liability is limited to the maximum extent permitted by law.

12. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless OptimAItion and its owner from and against any and all claims, damages, obligations, losses, liabilities, costs, and expenses (including reasonable legal fees) arising from: your use of the App; your violation of these Terms; your violation of any applicable law; your User Content; your metal detecting activities; or any claim by a third party related to your use of the App.

13. Data and Privacy

Your use of the App is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated into these Terms by reference.

14. Third-Party Services

The App integrates with third-party services (including cloud storage, maps, analytics, advertising, email delivery, and payment processing). Your use of these services is subject to their respective terms and privacy policies. We are not responsible for the practices, content, or availability of third-party services.

15. Modifications to the App and Terms

15.1 App Changes

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

15.2 Terms Changes

We may revise these Terms at any time by updating this page. Material changes will be indicated by updating the "Last updated" date. Your continued use of the App after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the revised Terms. If you do not agree to the revised Terms, you must stop using the App.

16. Termination

16.1 By You

You may stop using the App at any time. You may delete your account through Settings → Account → Delete Account, which will permanently remove your cloud data.

16.2 By Us

We may suspend or terminate your access to the App at any time, for any reason, including but not limited to violation of these Terms. Upon termination, your right to use the App ceases immediately.

16.3 Effect of Termination

Upon termination, provisions of these Terms that by their nature should survive (including Sections 10, 11, 12, and 17) will remain in effect.

17. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution

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

Any dispute arising out of or relating to these Terms or the App shall first be attempted to be resolved through good-faith negotiation. If negotiation fails, the dispute shall be resolved through the courts of Victoria, Australia, and you consent to the exclusive jurisdiction of those courts.

Class Action Waiver: To the maximum extent permitted by applicable law, you agree that any dispute resolution proceedings will be conducted only on an individual basis and not in a class, consolidated, or representative action.

18. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable or invalid by a court of competent jurisdiction, that provision shall be enforced to the maximum extent permissible, and the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.

19. Entire Agreement

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

20. No Waiver

Our failure to enforce any right or provision of these Terms shall not constitute a waiver of that right or provision. Any waiver must be in writing and signed by us to be effective.

21. Contact Us

If you have questions about these Terms, please contact us at:

OptimAItion
Email: support@detectinglog.app
Website: detectinglog.app