Terms of Service

Last updated: 2026-05-19 Effective from: Initial public release of Topo Note

Article 1 (Scope)

1. These Terms of Service (the "Terms") set forth the terms and conditions for the use of the macOS / iOS application "Topo Note" (the "App") provided by monot Inc. ("we", "our", or "us"). By downloading, installing, or using the App, you agree to be bound by these Terms.
2. These Terms supersede the Standard End User License Agreement provided by Apple Inc.
3. Privacy matters concerning the App are governed by our separate Privacy Policy.

Article 2 (Provider Information)

For further provider information, please refer to the company profile page of our operating company. Our registered postal address and phone number will be disclosed promptly via the contact form above upon request, as required under Japan's Act on Specified Commercial Transactions.

Article 3 (Grant of License)

1. We grant you a non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to download and install the App on macOS or iOS devices that you own or control and use it personally, subject to the terms of the Apple App Store.
2. You may not use the App for the following purposes:
   • Decompiling, reverse engineering, or modifying the App
   • Redistributing, reselling, or lending the App to third parties
   • Performing any illegal activity or infringing on third-party rights through the App
   • Improper use via automated scripts or similar means
3. All intellectual property rights in the App belong to us or our licensors.

Article 4 (Topo Note Pro Purchase)

4.1 Available Plans

The App is free to use, with limits on the number of notes and other restrictions on the Free plan. We also offer "Topo Note Pro" with additional features under the following plan:

Topo Note Pro is not a subscription; it is a one-time In-App Purchase that grants permanent access. For the latest pricing and regional pricing, please refer to the in-app purchase screen or the App Store product page for this App.

4.2 Universal Purchase (macOS / iOS)

Topo Note Pro is enabled for Apple's Universal Purchase: if you purchase either the macOS or iOS version under the same Apple ID, you can use the other OS version without an additional charge. Entitlement is verified automatically via StoreKit at App launch.

4.3 Limits on the Free Plan

The Free plan imposes the following limits (the in-app display is authoritative for the specific values):

• A cap on the number of active notes you may hold at one time
• No access to certain Pro-only features (iCloud sync, the split-pane editor, additional colors, alternate app icons, etc.)

To create notes beyond the cap, or to use Pro-only features, you must purchase Topo Note Pro. Even if your Pro entitlement is removed, the notes, images, and revision history you have already created will not be deleted.

4.4 Pro Feature Preview

For a fixed period (typically 7 days; the in-app display is authoritative) starting from your first launch of the App, all Topo Note Pro features are available without purchase as a preview. At the end of the preview period, the App automatically returns to the Free plan and Pro-only features are locked. This is not a subscription, and no automatic charge is ever made. The preview start date is shared across devices under the same Apple ID via Apple's iCloud Key-Value Store, so re-installing the App does not reset it.

4.5 Price Changes

1. We may change the published price of Topo Note Pro in the future.
2. Because Topo Note Pro is a one-time purchase, users who have already bought it will not be charged again as a result of a price change. The revised price applies only to new purchasers.
3. The actual price, payment terms, and supported OS information for each plan are governed by the information shown on the in-app purchase screen or on the App Store product page for this App.

4.6 Refunds

1. As all purchases are made through the Apple App Store, refunds are subject to Apple's policies. We cannot issue refunds directly.
2. To request a refund, please apply via Apple's support page (https://reportaproblem.apple.com/).
3. This does not affect statutory refund rights under applicable law.

4.7 Family Sharing

Topo Note Pro supports Apple's Family Sharing. When the Family Organizer purchases Topo Note Pro, the configured family members can use it without an additional charge. See Apple's support pages for details.

Article 5 (User Content)

1. Intellectual property rights in the notes, attached images, tags, color settings, revision history, and other content that you create or edit in the App ("User Content") belong to you.
2. We do not store User Content on our own servers. User Content is stored on your device (SwiftData storage) and, only if you enable iCloud sync (a Topo Note Pro feature), in your own iCloud account.
3. You may share User Content with social networks or other external services via the App's sharing features. Once shared, the handling of such content is governed by the terms and privacy policies of those external services.
4. iCloud sync is an optional feature enabled by explicit user action. We have no direct access to User Content stored in iCloud.

Article 6 (Prohibited Actions)

You must not:

1. Violate any law, these Terms, or public order and morals
2. Infringe on intellectual property, image, privacy, reputation, or other rights of us, other users, or third parties
3. Interfere with the operation of the App or gain unauthorized access
4. Exploit vulnerabilities in the App to unlock paid features improperly
5. Decompile, reverse engineer, or modify the App
6. Reproduce, redistribute, or sell the App's content in unauthorized ways
7. Engage in any other action that we deem inappropriate

Article 7 (Disclaimer and Limitation of Liability)

1. We do not warrant the accuracy, completeness, usefulness, or fitness for a particular purpose of the App. The App is provided "as is".
2. For damages caused by our willful misconduct or gross negligence, we are liable to the extent required by applicable law, and the disclaimers and liability cap in this Article do not apply.
3. In cases not covered by the preceding paragraph (i.e., in cases of our ordinary negligence), we are liable only for ordinary damages directly arising from or related to your use of the App, and the amount of damages is capped at the amount you have paid us for use of the App.
4. In the case of the preceding paragraph, we are not liable for special, indirect, or consequential damages, including lost profits or data loss. This limitation does not apply if such damages are caused by our willful misconduct or gross negligence.
5. The App is not designed as the sole storage location for your important data. We recommend that you periodically back up important content held in Topo Note (by enabling iCloud sync, exporting via the share feature, etc.).
6. If any part of this Article is found invalid under the Consumer Contract Act or other applicable law, such invalid portion shall be reduced to the extent permitted by law, and the remaining portions shall continue in full force and effect.

Article 8 (Changes, Suspension, and Termination of Service)

1. We may change, add to, or remove App content without prior notice.
2. We may temporarily suspend the App due to maintenance, system issues, or force majeure.
3. We may terminate the App with reasonable prior notice.

Article 9 (Changes to these Terms)

1. We may change these Terms as necessary.
2. For material changes, we will provide notice in the App, on our website, or by email at least 30 days in advance.
3. Your continued use after the change constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.

Article 10 (Privacy)

The handling of personal information is governed by our separate Privacy Policy.

Article 11 (Notices)

Legal notices under these Terms may be given via in-app display or posting on our website (https://monot.co.jp/topo/). The App does not use remote push notifications via APNs.

Article 12 (No Assignment)

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

Article 13 (Severability)

If any provision of these Terms is held invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.

Article 14 (Governing Law and Jurisdiction)

1. These Terms are governed by the laws of Japan.
2. Any dispute arising out of these Terms or the App shall be submitted to the Tokyo District Court as the court of exclusive jurisdiction of first instance. Note, however, that mandatory provisions of the GDPR and other applicable laws may still apply to users residing in the EU or other jurisdictions; this Article does not exclude their application.

Article 15 (Relationship with Apple)

This Article incorporates the provisions required by Exhibit B of the Apple Developer Program License Agreement. Apple Inc. and its subsidiaries are third-party beneficiaries of these Terms and have the right to enforce these Terms directly against you.

15.1 Acknowledgment

These Terms are concluded between you and us only, and not with Apple. We, not Apple, are solely responsible for the App and its content. These Terms may include terms more restrictive than the Apple Media Services Terms and Conditions. To the extent there is any conflict between these Terms and the Apple Media Services Terms and Conditions, these Terms will govern with respect to the subject matter of these Terms.

15.2 Scope of License

The license granted to you for the App is a non-transferable license to use the App on any Apple-branded products that you own or control and as permitted by the Usage Rules set forth in the Apple Media Services Terms and Conditions, including Family Sharing or Volume Purchasing where applicable.

15.3 Maintenance and Support

We alone are responsible for providing any maintenance and support services for the App. Apple has no obligation whatsoever to furnish any maintenance and support services for the App.

15.4 Warranty

In the event of any failure of the App to conform to any applicable warranty, you may notify Apple, and Apple will refund the purchase price (if any) for the App to you. To the maximum extent permitted by applicable law, Apple will have no other warranty obligation whatsoever with respect to the App, and any other claims, losses, liabilities, damages, costs, or expenses attributable to any failure to conform to any warranty will be our sole responsibility.

15.5 Product Claims

You and we acknowledge that Apple is not responsible for addressing any claims by you or any third party relating to the App or your possession and use of the App, including but not limited to: (i) product liability claims; (ii) any claim that the App fails to conform to any applicable legal or regulatory requirement; and (iii) claims arising under consumer protection, privacy, or similar legislation.

15.6 Intellectual Property Rights

In the event of any third-party claim that the App or your possession and use of the App infringes that third party's intellectual property rights, we, not Apple, will be solely responsible for the investigation, defense, settlement, and discharge of any such intellectual property infringement claim, to the extent provided by these Terms.

15.7 Legal Compliance

You represent and warrant that: (i) you are not located in a country that is subject to a U.S. Government embargo, or that has been designated by the U.S. Government as a "terrorist supporting" country; and (ii) you are not listed on any U.S. Government list of prohibited or restricted parties.

15.8 Developer Contact Information

Direct any inquiries, complaints, or claims regarding the App to the contact information set forth in Article 16.

15.9 Third Party Terms of Agreement

You agree to comply with any applicable third-party terms when using the App (for example, if you use the App over a wireless data network, you must not violate your wireless data service agreement).

15.10 Third Party Beneficiary

You and we acknowledge and agree that Apple Inc. and Apple's subsidiaries are third-party beneficiaries of these Terms, and that, upon your acceptance of these Terms, Apple will have the right (and will be deemed to have accepted the right) to enforce these Terms against you as a third-party beneficiary.

Article 16 (Provider Information and Contact)

For inquiries regarding these Terms, please use our operating company's contact form. The following provider information is disclosed in accordance with the minimum terms required by the Apple Developer Program License Agreement:

• Company name: monot Inc. (株式会社 Monot)
• Address: x-x-x-xxx, Nozawa, Setagaya-ku, Tokyo xxx-xxxx, Japan
• Phone: +81-xx-xxxx-xxxx
• Email: support [at] toponote.app
• Contact form: https://monot.co.jp/contact/
• App website: https://monot.co.jp/topo/

We recommend using the contact form above for all inquiries.