Terms and Conditions

Last Updated: June 6, 2026

Welcome to Hush. Please read these Terms and Conditions (“Terms”, “Terms of Service”) carefully before using the Hush mobile application (the “Service”) operated by Hush (“us”, “we”, or “our”).

By accessing or using the Service, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you disagree with any part of the terms, you do not have permission to access the Service.

1. Description of Service

Hush is a premium, strict utility application designed to enforce digital focus, limit screen time, and minimize digital distractions through physical friction, active application blocking, and positive reinforcement.

2. Subscriptions, Trials, and Billing

2.1. Free Trial

We offer a 7-day trial period for our premium (“Pro”) features. You may be required to enter your billing information to sign up for the Free Trial via Google Play.

Important: If you do not cancel the subscription before the end of the 7-day trial period, you will automatically be charged the applicable subscription fee for the cycle you selected (Monthly or Annual).

2.2. Subscription Cycles & Lifetime Purchase

  • Billing Cycles: Subscriptions are available on a Monthly or Annual basis. They automatically renew under the same conditions unless canceled through the Google Play Store settings.
  • Lifetime Option: We offer a “Lifetime” tier, which is a one-time purchase granting perpetual access to standard Pro features for the lifetime of the application.
  • Processing: All transactions, billing, and subscription management are handled strictly and securely via the Google Play Billing system.

2.3. Cancellation and Refunds

You may cancel your subscription renewal at any time via your Google Play account settings.

Refund Policy: All financial transactions are managed by Google Play. Hush does not directly process or issue manual refunds. Any refund requests must be submitted to and handled according to Google Play's standard Refund Policies.

3. In-App Friction Mechanics (Penalty Ads)

Hush utilizes unique, user-initiated friction mechanics to break app-addiction loops.

  • Free Limitations: The free tier allows you to monitor up to 5 apps simultaneously.
  • Ad-Based Friction: To add more monitored apps beyond the free limit, or to bypass a specific active blocking event, you may be given the option to explicitly opt-in to view a video advertisement (“Penalty Ad”).
  • Third-Party Delivery: These ads are served via third-party partners (e.g., Google AdMob). By triggering a Penalty Ad, you acknowledge that device identifiers may be utilized to serve and measure the ad as outlined in our Privacy Policy.

4. “Strict Mode” and Device Administrator Privileges

Hush offers an optional, user-initiated “Stronger Strict Mode” which requires Android Device Administrator permissions.

  • The Lock Mechanism: This feature is designed to physically prevent the application from being uninstalled or bypassed during an active, user-configured focus session.
  • User Intent: By enabling Strict Mode, you explicitly instruct Hush to lock you out of specified apps or system configurations until your preset goal is achieved or your pre-configured bypass mechanic is executed.

5. Absolute Disclaimer of Liability (The “Lockout” Waiver)

Hush is designed to be an aggressive utility. While Hush attempts to whitelist the system Phone application to allow for essential emergency outbound and inbound communication, the physical enforcement of your focus settings is entirely your responsibility.

CRITICAL WAIVER OF LIABILITY: By utilizing Hush (and specifically “Strict Mode”), you explicitly agree that Hush shall not be held liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages, losses, or disruptions resulting from being locked out of your device, applications, or notifications. This includes, but is not limited to, missed professional communications, lost alarms, missed personal notifications, or the inability to access specific device utilities during a self-imposed focus lock. You use these strict tools entirely at your own risk.

6. Age Restrictions

By using the Service, you represent that you are at least the minimum legal age required to form a binding contract in your jurisdiction, or that you have received explicit parental or legal guardian consent to use this Service. If you purchase a subscription or Lifetime tier, you represent that you are at least 18 years of age.

7. Intellectual Property

The Service and its original content, features, layout, and functionality (including but not limited to the unique user interface and branding elements) are and will remain the exclusive property of Hush and its licensors.

8. Changes to Terms

We reserve the right, at our sole discretion, to modify or replace these Terms at any time. If a revision is material, we will provide notice within the application or via email prior to any new terms taking effect. What constitutes a material change will be determined at our sole discretion.

9. Contact Us

If you have any questions about these Terms, please contact us:

hello@hushmode.app