Terms of Service
Coffee Language — Educational App for Turkish Coffee Cup Reading
1. Agreement and Acceptance of Terms
Please read these Terms of Service ("Terms") before using the Coffee Language application ("App").
By using the App, you:
- ✅ Confirm that you have read and understood these Terms
- ✅ Agree to every provision of this document
- ✅ Accept the risks associated with using the App
- ✅ Confirm that you are at least 14 years old, or that your parent/legal guardian has accepted these Terms on your behalf
These Terms are governed by Austrian law. For users in the European Union, GDPR and EU consumer law also apply.
2. What Coffee Language Is and What It Is NOT
2.1. Application Definition
Coffee Language is an educational mobile application that teaches the art and tradition of Turkish coffee cup reading — a practice recognized by UNESCO as Intangible Cultural Heritage since 2013.
Educational Content:
- Structured courses with video lessons taught by certified instructors
- Progressive curriculum from basic symbol recognition to complete cup reading
- Symbol library with 60+ traditional coffee cup symbols and their cultural meanings
- Progress tracking system (XP, levels, streaks) to support learning
AI-Powered Practice:
- Photo analysis via OpenAI GPT Vision to identify patterns in coffee cup sediment
- AI-generated interpretations based on traditional symbolism and an optional user question
- Practice tool designed to apply knowledge gained from educational courses
Key characteristics:
- Languages: English, Turkish, Russian, Ukrainian
- Target audience: Users 4+
- Educational content: Video courses, symbol library, structured lessons
- AI Practice: Photo analysis via OpenAI GPT Vision
- Model: Freemium (educational courses available with optional paid subscription for AI practice)
- Platform: iOS (Apple App Store)
2.2. What This Is NOT
- ❌ Is NOT medical, psychological, or psychiatric advice
- ❌ Does NOT provide financial or legal advice
- ❌ Is NOT scientific research or a proven predictive method
- ❌ Cannot predict the future
- ❌ Is not based on paranormal or supernatural claims
2.3. Nature of AI Interpretations
AI-generated interpretations are based on analysis of visual patterns in coffee cup photos. They are for cultural, educational, and entertainment purposes only.
3. Age and Consent
App Store rating: 4+ (per App Store classification). Recommended age: 14+.
If you are under 14, your parent or legal guardian must accept these Terms on your behalf and supervise your use of the App. Paid subscriptions and in-app purchases require parental or legal guardian consent for users under 18. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children under 14 without verifiable parental consent.
4. Acceptable Use
You agree NOT to: violate laws; commit fraud; impersonate others; upload malware or attack our systems; upload obscene, violent, or harassing content. We may warn, restrict, or block your account without refund and report to authorities if needed.
5. Subscriptions and Payments
5.1. Plans
| Plan | Price | Interpretations | Period |
|---|---|---|---|
| Free | $0 | First interpretation free + educational courses | — |
| Single | As shown in app | 1 | One-time |
| Weekly | As shown in app | 10 | Weekly renewal |
| Monthly | As shown in app | 30 | Monthly renewal |
| Yearly | As shown in app | 365 | Annual renewal |
Educational course content (lessons, videos, symbol library) is available to all users. Subscriptions unlock additional AI practice interpretations.
5.2. Automatic Renewal
5.3. How to Cancel (iOS)
- Open the App Store app on your iPhone
- Tap your profile picture (top right)
- Tap Subscriptions
- Find Coffee Language
- Tap Cancel Subscription and confirm
Cancellation takes effect at the end of the current billing period; you keep access until then.
5.4. Refunds
Refunds are handled by Apple, not by us. Request a refund at reportaproblem.apple.com. We do not refund for used service, for dissatisfaction with interpretation content, or after Apple’s refund window (typically 14 days).
6. Intellectual Property
We own: App code, design, graphics, the name "Coffee Language", and related IP. You may: use the app for personal use, share your interpretation results. You may not: copy or modify the app, distribute it, record or redistribute course videos, or use our branding commercially. Photos you upload remain yours; we use them only to generate interpretations. Interpretation text is generated by OpenAI; you may use and share it as you wish.
7. Disclaimers and Limitation of Liability
To the maximum extent permitted by applicable law, we do not guarantee accuracy of interpretations, uninterrupted service, or that data will never be lost. Our maximum liability is limited to the amount you paid for the app/subscription in the last 3 months (or €9 / $10, whichever is greater). We are not liable for indirect, incidental, or consequential damages.
This limitation does not apply to: liability for intentional misconduct or gross negligence, liability for personal injury, or any other liability that cannot be excluded or limited under applicable Austrian or EU law, including mandatory consumer protection rights.
8. Law and Disputes
Austrian law and GDPR apply. Disputes are resolved in Vienna, Austria. You may contact us first at support@sonaya.ai or partners@sonaya.ai. EU consumers may use the European ODR platform.
9. Your Rights
You may cancel subscription via App Store (no penalty), delete your account in the app, and request a copy of your data. GDPR rights (access, rectification, erasure, restriction, portability, object) apply; see our Privacy Policy.
10. Contact
Support: support@sonaya.ai (1–7 business days). Legal / Privacy: partners@sonaya.ai. Website: https://dinkel.it.com/fincan.html — Privacy Policy, Terms of Service.
11. Changes and Severability
We may update these Terms. For material changes that affect your rights, we will notify you in the app and request your explicit consent before applying the changes. If any clause is found invalid by a court of competent jurisdiction, the remaining clauses remain in full force and effect. We are not liable for failure to perform due to force majeure (natural disasters, war, pandemic, government action, etc.). The English version is the official version; in case of conflict with any translation, the English version prevails.
12. EU Consumers
If you are in the EU, you have a 14-day right to withdraw from a purchase where applicable under Directive 2011/83/EU.
You may refer disputes to the Austrian Data Protection Authority (dsb.gv.at) and the European ODR platform. Your mandatory consumer rights under applicable national law remain unaffected by these Terms.
Thank you for using Coffee Language.
Terms of Service as of March 7, 2026