Terms of Service - CartScout

Effective Date: 2/28/26
Last Updated: 2/28/26

Welcome to CartScout. These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your access to and use of the CartScout mobile application, website, and services (collectively, the “Service”). By using CartScout, you agree to these Terms.

If you do not agree, do not use the Service.

1. About CartScout

CartScout is an independent grocery price comparison platform that aggregates and displays pricing information from third-party retailers to help users make informed shopping decisions.

CartScout is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by any retailer displayed within the app, including but not limited to Walmart, Target, Aldi, Kroger, Publix, or others.

All trademarks are property of their respective owners.

2. Eligibility

You must be at least 18 years old to use CartScout.

By using the Service, you represent and warrant that:

• You are legally able to enter into these Terms

• You will use the Service in compliance with applicable laws

• You will not misuse or interfere with the Service

3. No Guarantee of Pricing Accuracy

CartScout provides pricing information for informational purposes only.

We do not guarantee that:

• Prices are accurate

• Prices are current

• Products are in stock

• Prices match in-store checkout pricing

Retailers may change pricing at any time without notice.

You acknowledge that CartScout is not responsible for discrepancies between displayed prices and actual store pricing.

4. Independent Platform Disclaimer

CartScout:

• Does not sell products

• Does not process payments for retailers

• Is not a marketplace

• Does not act as an agent for any retailer

Any purchases you make are directly with the retailer.

5. Acceptable Use

You agree not to:

• Reverse engineer the app

• Attempt to extract pricing databases

• Use automated systems (bots, scrapers) against CartScout

• Interfere with app performance

• Use the Service for unlawful purposes

We reserve the right to suspend accounts for violations.

6. Intellectual Property

All CartScout branding, logos, design elements, software, and content are the property of CartScout and may not be copied or reused without written permission.

Retailer names and trademarks remain the property of their respective owners.

7. Account Responsibility

If you create an account:

• You are responsible for maintaining password security

• You are responsible for all activity under your account

• You must notify us of unauthorized use

We are not liable for loss resulting from unauthorized access.

8. Data Usage

Your use of the Service is also governed by our Privacy Policy.

We may collect:

• Location data (to provide store-specific pricing)

• Usage analytics

• Account information

We do not sell personal data.

9. Third-Party Services

CartScout may rely on:

• Third-party APIs

• Cloud hosting providers

• Payment processors (if applicable in the future)

We are not responsible for third-party services or their availability.

10. Service Availability

We do not guarantee uninterrupted service.

We may:

• Modify features

• Suspend service

• Discontinue parts of the app

Without liability to you.

11. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law:

CartScout shall not be liable for:

• Pricing inaccuracies

• Retailer stock issues

• Purchasing decisions

• Lost savings

• Indirect or consequential damages

Your use of the Service is at your own risk.

12. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold CartScout harmless from any claims arising from:

• Your misuse of the Service

• Violation of these Terms

• Violation of law

13. Termination

We may terminate or suspend access to the Service at our discretion without notice.

You may stop using the Service at any time.

14. Changes to Terms

We may update these Terms periodically.

Continued use of the Service constitutes acceptance of updated Terms.

15. Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by the laws of the State of Florida, without regard to conflict of law principles.

16. Contact

For questions regarding these Terms, contact:

zbrecher@phoenixathleticscorp.org
Phoenix Athletics Corporation
Clearwater, Florida.

17. Trademark Disclaimer

All retailer names, trademarks, service marks, logos, and trade names displayed within CartScout are the property of their respective owners.

CartScout:

• Is an independent platform

• Is not affiliated with, endorsed by, sponsored by, or officially connected with any retailer displayed in the Service

• Does not claim ownership of any third-party trademarks

Any use of retailer names or references is for identification and descriptive purposes only under applicable trademark law principles.

If a trademark owner believes that CartScout’s display of its marks violates applicable law or brand usage guidelines, the owner may contact us pursuant to the Content Removal section below.

18. Retailer Content Removal / Inquiry Policy

CartScout respects the rights of retailers and brand owners.

If you are a retailer, trademark owner, or authorized representative and believe that:

• Pricing information is inaccurate

• Content is misleading

• A trademark is being used improperly

• Your content should not be displayed

You may submit a formal written request including:

1. Your full legal name and company affiliation

2. Proof of authority to act on behalf of the rights holder

3. A detailed description of the content at issue

4. The exact URL or in-app location of the content

5. The requested action (correction, removal, etc.)

Send requests to:
[legal@cartscoutapp.com] (replace with your real email)

CartScout reserves the right to:

• Investigate claims

• Modify or remove content

• Refuse removal requests if permitted under applicable law

Nothing in this section creates any obligation for CartScout to enter into a partnership or agreement with a requesting retailer.

19. Binding Arbitration & Class Action Waiver

19.1 Agreement to Arbitrate

By using CartScout, you agree that any dispute, claim, or controversy arising out of or relating to these Terms or the Service shall be resolved exclusively through binding arbitration, except as otherwise provided below.

Arbitration shall be conducted:

• By a single arbitrator

• Under the rules of the American Arbitration Association (AAA)

• In the State of Florida, unless otherwise required by law

Judgment on the arbitration award may be entered in any court of competent jurisdiction.

19.2 Waiver of Class Actions

You agree that:

• Claims shall be brought in an individual capacity only

• You waive any right to participate in a class action, collective action, or representative proceeding

The arbitrator may not consolidate claims or preside over any form of representative or class proceeding.

19.3 Exceptions

Either party may bring:

• Individual claims in small claims court

• Actions seeking injunctive relief for intellectual property violations

19.4 Opt-Out Right

You may opt out of arbitration within 30 days of first accepting these Terms by emailing:

[legal@phoenixathleticscorp.org]

Include:

• Your full name

• Account email

• A clear statement that you wish to opt out of arbitration

Failure to opt out constitutes acceptance.

20. DMCA Copyright Policy

CartScout respects intellectual property rights and expects users to do the same.

If you believe that copyrighted material has been posted on CartScout in a way that constitutes copyright infringement, you may submit a written notification under the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA).

Your notification must include:

1. Your physical or electronic signature

2. Identification of the copyrighted work claimed to have been infringed

3. Identification of the allegedly infringing material and its location

4. Your contact information

5. A statement of good faith belief that the use is unauthorized

6. A statement, under penalty of perjury, that the information provided is accurate and that you are authorized to act

Send DMCA notices to:

Designated Agent:
Zachary Brecher
zbrecher@phoenixathleticscorp.org