Back to PullBack Terms of Service

Version 1.0 · Effective 2026-05-08 · Applies to PullBack for Android (V1.0.x) and pullback.works

The agreement, in plain language.

These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your use of the PullBack Android app (the "App") and the marketing website at pullback.works (the "Site"), together "PullBack." By installing, opening, or using PullBack, you agree to these Terms. If you don't agree, don't use PullBack — uninstall the App and close the Site.

1. Plain-English summary

  • PullBack is a tool, not a service. It runs entirely on your device. We do not host an account for you and we do not store your data on a server.
  • V1 is free. No subscription, no paywall, no ads. V1.1 will introduce a paid Pro tier; that's a separate change governed by Google Play's billing terms.
  • PullBack is in beta. Things may not work. We will not be liable to you for direct or indirect damages caused by use of PullBack. You are using a beta tool at your own discretion.
  • PullBack is bypassable on purpose. Don't rely on it for anything safety-critical. It is a habit-shaping tool for adults, not a content filter and not a parental control system.
  • You own your data. Because we don't collect it.

2. License to use PullBack

We grant you a worldwide, non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to install and use the App on Android devices you own or control, for personal, non-commercial use, and to access the Site. This license is granted for as long as these Terms remain in effect, or until we end the license (see Termination below).

You may not:

  • Reverse-engineer, decompile, or disassemble the App, except where Android or your jurisdiction explicitly grants you that right by law.
  • Copy, modify, distribute, sell, sublicense, or rent the App.
  • Remove or alter copyright, trademark, or other proprietary notices.
  • Use PullBack to harm anyone, including yourself, or to violate any law.

3. The beta disclaimer (important)

V1 of PullBack is distributed via Google Play's Internal Testing, Closed Testing, or Production tracks. You are using beta software. Among other things this means:

  • The App may crash, miss timer triggers, fail to launch the lockout overlay, or otherwise misbehave.
  • OEM skins (Samsung One UI, Xiaomi MIUI, OnePlus ColorOS, others) sometimes kill foreground services aggressively. PullBack does its best, but cannot override the OS.
  • Features and copy may change without notice between V1 builds.
  • Your settings may be reset on major version changes (we will avoid this when we can; we cannot guarantee it).

You assume all risk of using a beta tool. Do not use PullBack if your use case requires a guaranteed-working app blocker (e.g., recovery from compulsive use disorder, court-ordered monitoring, child safety). Those use cases need a tool with a formal SLA, which V1 of PullBack is not.

4. The Pro tier (V1.1 onwards)

When V1.1 ships, PullBack will offer a paid Pro tier. Pricing (May 2026): $39.99/year USD, $4.99/month USD, $99.99 lifetime USD; equivalent local-currency prices for CAD, GBP, EUR, AUD. Every new install will receive a 7-day reverse trial of Pro automatically and will auto-downgrade to Free if no purchase is made by the end of the trial.

All Pro purchases are processed by Google Play under Google Play's payment terms. Refunds, cancellations, and disputes for Pro subscriptions are handled through Google Play according to those terms. We do not process payments directly and do not store payment information.

Cancelling a Pro subscription keeps Pro features active until the end of the billing period. After that, PullBack remains fully functional as a Free-tier app.

5. Your responsibilities

  • You confirm you are at least 18 years old, or that you have the consent of a parent or legal guardian.
  • You are responsible for any device, network, or data charges incurred while installing or using PullBack.
  • You agree not to misrepresent your identity (e.g., when emailing support to claim refunds you are not entitled to).
  • You agree to comply with the Google Play Developer Distribution Agreement when interacting with the Play Store listing.

6. Privacy

PullBack's privacy practices are described in the Privacy Policy. By using PullBack, you confirm you have read and agree to the Privacy Policy.

7. Intellectual property

PullBack, the PullBack wordmark, the hook icon, and all associated copy, design, and code are the property of the PullBack maintainer. These Terms do not transfer any intellectual property rights to you.

Third-party trademarks mentioned in the App or on the Site — including TikTok, Instagram, YouTube, Facebook, Snapchat, Reddit, X, Threads, and the Android brand — are the property of their respective owners. PullBack is not affiliated with, sponsored by, or endorsed by any of these companies.

8. Disclaimer of warranties

PULLBACK IS PROVIDED "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE." TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, WE DISCLAIM ALL WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, NON-INFRINGEMENT, AND ANY WARRANTY THAT PULLBACK WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED, ERROR-FREE, OR EFFECTIVE AT REDUCING YOUR SCREEN TIME. YOU USE PULLBACK AT YOUR OWN RISK.

9. Limitation of liability

TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, IN NO EVENT WILL THE PULLBACK MAINTAINER BE LIABLE TO YOU FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, OR ANY LOSS OF PROFITS, DATA, OR USE, ARISING OUT OF OR RELATED TO THESE TERMS OR YOUR USE OF PULLBACK, WHETHER BASED IN CONTRACT, TORT, STATUTORY DUTY, OR OTHERWISE, EVEN IF ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES.

IN ANY CASE, OUR AGGREGATE LIABILITY UNDER THESE TERMS IS LIMITED TO THE GREATER OF (a) USD $25 OR (b) THE AMOUNT YOU ACTUALLY PAID TO US (VIA GOOGLE PLAY) FOR PULLBACK IN THE TWELVE MONTHS BEFORE THE CLAIM AROSE. SOME JURISDICTIONS DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF CERTAIN DAMAGES, IN WHICH CASE THIS SECTION APPLIES TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW IN YOUR JURISDICTION.

10. Termination

You may stop using PullBack at any time by uninstalling the App. We may suspend or terminate your access to PullBack if you violate these Terms or Google Play's policies. Sections 7 (IP), 8 (Disclaimer), 9 (Limitation), 11 (Changes), and 12 (Governing law) survive termination.

11. Changes to these Terms

We may update these Terms when PullBack changes materially — for example, when V1.1 introduces the paid Pro tier and a third-party billing relationship via Google Play. We will note the new effective date at the top of this page and surface the change in the App on next launch when the change is material. Continued use of PullBack after a Terms update means you accept the updated Terms.

12. Governing law and disputes

These Terms are governed by the laws of the Canadian province of British Columbia, without regard to conflict-of-law rules. Disputes will be resolved in the courts of British Columbia, unless the laws of your country of residence require otherwise. Nothing in this section limits any consumer-protection rights you have under the laws of your jurisdiction.

13. Contact

Questions about these Terms, or anything else: support@pullback.works.

These Terms are written in plain language to help you understand them. If anything here conflicts with what's shown on the Google Play listing or in the App itself, the most-restrictive interpretation applies. This document is not legal advice — for jurisdiction-specific questions, consult a qualified attorney.