Social Central – Terms of Service

Effective Date: 2026-07-22

Welcome to Social Central (“we,” “us,” “our,” or “Social Central”). By accessing or using our platform (the “Service”), you agree to these Terms of Service (“Terms”) and our Acceptable Use Policy (AUP). If you do not agree, you must discontinue use immediately.

Rules about age, illegal activity, prohibited content, harassment, profile media, and enforcement live in the AUP. This document covers subscriptions, the mobile app, advertising, liability, and related legal terms.

1. Acceptable Use

You must follow the Acceptable Use Policy at all times.
Breach of the AUP is a breach of these Terms and may result in suspension or permanent ban.
You are expressly prohibited from using the Service for human trafficking (including sexual exploitation), and from aiding or abetting / encouraging abuse of any person. Violations result in immediate termination and may be reported to law enforcement.
Additional prohibited conduct (illegal acts, CSAM, non-consensual content, impersonation, and related rules) is set out in the AUP and is incorporated into these Terms by reference.

2. Subscriptions & Premium Features

2.1 Refunds & Cancellations

Social Central premium is a digital subscription that provides access to ad-free experiences and enhanced features.
You may cancel your subscription at any time before the renewal date using the applicable processor path described in Section 2.3.
After cancellation, you will retain access to premium features through the end of your current paid billing period.
Subscription fees are non-refundable except as required by law or at Social Central’s sole discretion.
Free trials and promotional offers automatically convert to paid subscriptions unless cancelled before the trial or promotional period ends.
Full details are published at our Refund Policy.

2.2 Subscription Plans

Social Central offers premium subscription plans (monthly and yearly) that provide access to ad-free experiences and enhanced features.
Subscriptions may be purchased through Apple App Store (StoreKit), Stripe, or PayPal, depending on your platform and preference.
Subscription fees are charged in advance and will automatically renew unless cancelled before the renewal date.

2.3 Subscription Management

Apple Subscriptions: Subscriptions purchased through the Apple App Store are managed through your Apple ID account settings. You may cancel or modify your subscription at any time through the App Store subscription management interface.
Stripe Subscriptions: Subscriptions purchased through Stripe may be cancelled through your Social Central account or the subscribe page in the Service, or by emailing support@socialcentral.net. Stripe will charge the payment method on file for recurring billing.
PayPal Subscriptions: Subscriptions purchased through PayPal may be cancelled through the Social Central app or by contacting customer support. Cancellation requests must be submitted before your next billing cycle to avoid charges.
Upon cancellation, your subscription will remain active until the end of your current billing period. No refunds will be provided for the current billing period.

2.4 Subscription Terms

All subscription fees are non-refundable except as required by law or at our sole discretion.
We reserve the right to modify subscription pricing, features, or terms at any time. Changes to active subscriptions will be communicated in advance when possible.
If payment fails or a subscription expires, premium features will be disabled and advertisements may be displayed.
Social Central is not responsible for payment processing issues with third-party payment providers (Apple, Stripe, PayPal).

2.5 Free Trial & Promotional Offers

Any free trial or promotional subscription period will automatically convert to a paid subscription unless cancelled before the trial period ends.
You are responsible for cancelling before the trial period ends if you do not wish to be charged.

3. Mobile Application Terms

3.1 iOS Application

Social Central provides a mobile application for iOS devices. Use of the mobile application is subject to these Terms, the AUP, and any additional terms required by Apple Inc.
The iOS application may require certain device permissions (camera, microphone, notifications, tracking) to function properly. You may grant or deny these permissions, but some features may be unavailable if permissions are denied.
You are responsible for maintaining the security of your device and Apple ID account. Social Central is not liable for unauthorized access to your account through your device.

3.2 Content Protection & Privacy

Social Central employs technical measures to protect user content from unauthorized capture, including screenshot protection and screen recording detection.
Attempting to circumvent these protections, including but not limited to using screen recording software, third-party screenshot tools, or other methods to capture protected content, is strictly prohibited and may result in immediate account termination under the AUP and these Terms.
The Service may display warnings or overlays when screen recording is detected. Continued use of screen recording after such warnings constitutes a violation of these Terms and the AUP.

3.3 App Updates & Availability

Social Central may release updates to the mobile application that include new features, bug fixes, or security improvements. You are encouraged to keep the application updated.
We reserve the right to discontinue support for older versions of the application or specific device models.
The application may be temporarily unavailable due to maintenance, updates, or technical issues. We are not liable for any inconvenience caused by such unavailability.

3.4 Third-Party Services

The mobile application may integrate with third-party services (e.g., Apple App Store, Google AdMob). Your use of these services is subject to their respective terms and conditions.
Social Central is not responsible for the availability, functionality, or content of third-party services.

4. Data Collection & Advertising

4.1 Advertising & Tracking

Social Central displays advertisements through third-party advertising networks, including Google AdMob.
To provide personalized advertisements and improve our services, we may request permission to track your activity across apps and websites owned by other companies.
You may opt out of tracking through your device settings. Opting out may affect the relevance of advertisements but will not prevent advertisements from being displayed.
Non-subscribers will see advertisements as part of the free Service. Subscribers may have access to ad-free experiences as part of their subscription benefits.

4.2 Data Collection

By using Social Central, you consent to the collection and use of data as described in our Privacy Policy.
We may collect device information, usage statistics, location data (if permitted), and other information necessary to provide and improve the Service.
Data may be shared with advertising partners, analytics providers, and other service providers as necessary to operate the Service.

4.3 Push Notifications

The mobile application may send push notifications to keep you informed of messages, tags, and other activity.
You may manage notification preferences through your device settings or within the application.
Some notifications may be essential for Service functionality and cannot be disabled.

5. SC Bucks

Social Central may alter SC Bucks balances or limits at any time for any reason without notice.

6. Content License for Operating the Service

Any content you upload may be stored on our servers and becomes available to us for the limited purpose of administering the Service.
We may use reverse image searches or other tools to identify and remove fake or impersonating accounts, consistent with the AUP.

7. Disclaimer & Legal Terms

7.1 Age Requirement

You must be at least 18 years old to use this Service. Users under 18 are not permitted to create an account or access the Service. If you are underage, you cannot create an account or upload content. Details and related prohibitions are in the AUP.

7.2 Lawful Use

You are responsible for compliance with all applicable laws in your local jurisdiction.
You may not engage in or promote illegal activities on the platform (see also the AUP).

7.3 No Liability for User Conduct

Social Central is not liable for user-generated content or actions. Interact at your own risk.

7.4 Data Privacy

By using Social Central, you consent to our handling of your data per these Terms and our Privacy Policy.
Information may be disclosed to law enforcement if required by law.

7.5 Indemnification

You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless Social Central and affiliates from all claims arising from your use of the Service.

7.6 Right to Refuse Service & Modify Terms

Social Central reserves the right to deny access to any user at our sole discretion.
We reserve the right to update or modify these Terms or the AUP at any time. Changes take effect upon posting.

7.7 Governing Law & Jurisdiction

These Terms are governed by the laws of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, USA. Any disputes are subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of courts in Massachusetts.

8. Contact

Social Central is operated as a sole proprietorship based in Massachusetts.

Public contact information: https://socialcentral.net/contact/ — email support@socialcentral.net.

By accessing or using Social Central, you indicate your acceptance of these Terms and the AUP. If you do not agree, you must discontinue use immediately.