RoutineCue Terms of Use

Last updated: July 25, 2026

These Terms of Use ("Terms") govern your use of the application "RoutineCue" ("the app"), provided by Hacka ("we", "us"). By installing or using the app, you agree to these Terms.

1. About the app

The app is a routine timer that reads out your pre-registered tasks in order. No account is required, and the data you create is stored only on your device. See our Privacy Policy for how data is handled.

2. Important notice about voice guidance and auto-start

We do not guarantee that voice guidance or auto-start will always work as scheduled. The app relies on Android OS features (alarms, notifications, text-to-speech, foreground services), so sound may not play, the start may be delayed, or a run may be interrupted for reasons such as:

• Media volume set to zero, or issues with the audio output device
• Notification or "Alarms & reminders" permission not granted
• Battery optimization, power-saving modes, or manufacturer-specific app management stopping the app
• Text-to-speech engine or voice data being unavailable
• Device restart, OS or app updates, or changes to the device time or time zone
• Other OS changes or device-specific behavior

Do not rely on the app as your only means for commitments where being late is unacceptable, or for health- and safety-related purposes (such as medication reminders, medical procedures, or critical work timing). For important schedules, we strongly recommend also using your device's built-in alarm.

The app's settings screen includes a "Sound troubleshooting" section. If the app behaves unreliably, please check there first.

3. Disclaimer

Except in cases of our willful misconduct or gross negligence, we are not liable for any damages arising from your use of, or inability to use, the app — including but not limited to being late, missed commitments, lost profits, or data loss.

The app is provided "as is", without warranty of fitness for any particular purpose.

If we are nonetheless held liable, our liability is limited to ordinary damages, and the amount is capped at what you paid for the app (except in cases of our willful misconduct or gross negligence).

This section does not limit our liability where such limitation is not permitted under the Consumer Contract Act or other applicable law.

4. Paid features (Pro)

• Pro is a one-time purchase. There is no subscription.
• Purchases, payments, and refunds are handled entirely through Google Play. For refunds, please follow Google Play's refund policy and process. We cannot issue refunds directly.
• Your purchase is tied to your Google account. With the same account, you can restore it after reinstalling or changing devices via "Restore purchase".
• The limits of the free version (number of routines and auto-start settings) are as shown on the in-app information screens.

5. Prohibited conduct

When using the app, you must not:

• Copy, modify, disassemble, decompile, or reverse engineer the app (except as permitted by law)
• Redistribute, sell, or lend the app
• Access paid features by illegitimate means
• Act in violation of law or public order and morals, or in connection with criminal activity
• Provide benefits, directly or indirectly, to antisocial forces (organized crime groups)
• Any other conduct we deem inappropriate

6. Changes to the app and discontinuation

We may change the app's content or discontinue the app without prior notice. Except in cases of our willful misconduct or gross negligence, we are not liable for damages arising from this.

Because the app runs on your device, you may continue using an already-installed copy after discontinuation, but bug fixes and updates for new OS versions will no longer be provided.

7. No assignment

You may not assign or pledge your rights or obligations under these Terms to a third party without our prior written consent.

8. Intellectual property

Copyright and other intellectual property rights in the app belong to us or their respective rightful owners. Licenses for the open source software used by the app are available in the app under "Settings > Open source licenses".

9. Changes to these Terms

We may revise these Terms as needed. Revised Terms take effect when posted on this page. For material changes, we will note them on this page.

10. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is held invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions remain in full effect.

11. Governing law and jurisdiction

These Terms are governed by the laws of Japan. Any dispute relating to the app shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the Japanese court having jurisdiction over our location as the court of first instance.

12. Contact

Questions about these Terms: hacka.app.contact@gmail.com