Terms of Use (EULA)

1. Introduction

1.1. These Terms of Use ("Terms") govern your access to and use of Curio ("the App"), an iOS mobile application operated by Kensei Craft, ("we," "us," or "our").

1.2. By accessing or using the App, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you disagree with any part of the Terms, you may not access or use the App.

1.3. We reserve the right to update these Terms at any time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Terms on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date. Continued use of the App after any such changes shall constitute your consent to such changes.

2. Definitions

2.1. "User," "you," or "your" refers to the individual or entity accessing or using the App.

2.2. "Content" means any information, data, text, software, images, or other materials that can be accessed or used through the App.

2.3. "Personal Data" has the meaning given to it in the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) (EU) 2016/679.

3. Service Description

3.1. Curio is your intelligent antique identifier built for collectors, vintage lovers, flea market hunters, estate sale explorers, and anyone fascinated by historical treasures. Simply take a photo and let the app reveal the story behind your item.

  • a) Instant Antique Identification — Use your camera to quickly identify antiques, vintage objects, and collectibles by analyzing patterns, materials, shapes, markings, and craftsmanship.
  • b) Historical Information — Discover detailed background about each item's style, era, origin, and historical significance.
  • c) Estimated Values & Appraisals — Receive estimated value ranges based on comparable items, market trends, and historical references.
  • d) Compare Similar Items — Explore visually similar antiques and collectibles to compare styles, designs, rarity, and pricing.
  • e) Save Your Collection — Build your own digital antique collection by saving identified items directly inside the app.
  • f) Export & Share — Export your discoveries as PDFs and share them with friends, family, collectors, or buyers.
  • g) Dark & Light Mode Support – Browse comfortably in any lighting condition with beautiful adaptive theming.
  • h) iPad Optimized – Take advantage of the larger screen with a dedicated split-view interface featuring sidebar navigation.

3.2. The App is intended for use by collectors, enthusiasts, and individuals for legitimate antique identification and research purposes only. Identifications, historical information, and estimated values provided by the App are for informational and reference purposes only and should not be relied upon as professional appraisals or authentication.

4. User Obligations

4.1. You agree to use the App only for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms.

4.2. You agree not to:

  • a) Use the App in any way that violates any applicable EU or national law
  • b) Impersonate or attempt to impersonate the Company, a Company employee, another user, or any other person or entity
  • c) Upload photographs that infringe upon the intellectual property rights, privacy, or other rights of any third party
  • d) Use the App to identify or trade in items that are illegal to own, sell, or transport under applicable law (including but not limited to stolen property, protected cultural artifacts, or items subject to import/export restrictions)
  • e) Rely solely on the App's identifications or value estimates for purchase, sale, insurance, or legal decisions without independent professional verification
  • f) Engage in any other conduct that restricts or inhibits anyone's use or enjoyment of the App

4.3. You are solely responsible for ensuring that your use of the App, including any transactions involving identified items, complies with applicable law.

5. Intellectual Property Rights

5.1. The App and its entire contents, features, and functionality (including but not limited to all information, software, text, displays, images, video, and audio, and the design, selection, and arrangement thereof) are owned by Kensei Craft, its licensors, or other providers of such material and are protected by EU and international copyright, trademark, patent, trade secret, and other intellectual property or proprietary rights laws.

5.2. You are granted a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to use the App for your personal, non-commercial use subject to these Terms.

6. User Content and Data

6.1. You retain all rights to any content you submit, post, or display on or through the App, including photographs of antiques and saved collection entries ("User Content").

6.2. You represent and warrant that:

  • a) You own or control all rights in and to the User Content, including the right to photograph and upload images of the items in question
  • b) You have the right to grant the license as described in Section 7.2
  • c) All User Content does not and will not violate any third-party rights, including intellectual property, privacy, or property rights

7. Data Protection and Privacy

7.1. We process Personal Data in accordance with our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated into these Terms by reference. By using the App, you consent to such processing and you warrant that all data provided by you is accurate.

7.2. We comply with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and other applicable data protection laws. For more information on how we collect, use, and share your Personal Data, please refer to our Privacy Policy.

7.3. As a data controller, you are responsible for ensuring that your collection and processing of Personal Data through the App complies with applicable data protection laws.

8. Payments and Subscriptions

8.1. We offer both free and paid services. By selecting a paid service, you agree to pay the specified fees.

8.2. Fees are non-refundable except as required by EU consumer protection laws or as expressly stated in our refund policy.

8.3. We may change our fees at any time. Any change in fees will be communicated to you at least 30 days before the change takes effect.

9. Limitation of Liability

9.1. To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, Kensei Craft or Curio shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, or any loss of profits or revenues, whether incurred directly or indirectly, or any loss of data, use, goodwill, or other intangible losses resulting from:

  • a) Your use or inability to use the App
  • b) Any unauthorized access to or use of our servers and/or any personal information stored therein
  • c) Any interruption or cessation of transmission to or from the App
  • d) Any bugs, viruses, trojan horses, or the like that may be transmitted to or through the App
  • e) Any reliance placed on identifications, historical information, estimated values, or appraisals provided by the App
  • f) Any purchase, sale, insurance, or other financial decision made based on information generated by the App

9.2. Our liability is limited to the maximum extent permitted by law. In no event shall our total liability to you for all damages exceed the amount you paid us, if any, for accessing or using the App during the 12 months immediately preceding the date of the claim.

9.3. The limitations in this section do not affect liability that cannot be excluded or limited under applicable law, including liability for death or personal injury caused by our negligence or for fraud or fraudulent misrepresentation.

10. Disclaimers

10.1. The App is provided on an "AS IS" and "AS AVAILABLE" basis without any representation or warranty, whether express, implied, or statutory.

10.2. We make no warranty or representation that:

  • a) The App will meet your requirements
  • b) The App will be uninterrupted, timely, secure, or error-free
  • c) The results that may be obtained from the use of the App, including item identifications, historical information, and estimated values, will be accurate, complete, or reliable
  • d) Estimated values reflect the actual market price, auction price, or appraised value of any item

10.3. You acknowledge that visual recognition technology has inherent limitations and that antique identification often requires hands-on examination by qualified experts. You are solely responsible for verifying the accuracy of any identification, historical information, or value estimate generated through the App, and for obtaining professional appraisal or authentication before making significant financial decisions.

11. Indemnification

11.1. You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Kensei Craft, its officers, directors, employees, agents, licensors, and suppliers from and against all losses, expenses, damages, and costs, including reasonable attorneys' fees, resulting from any violation of these Terms or any activity related to your account by you or any other person accessing the App using your account.

12. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

12.1. These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of [Your EU Country], without regard to its conflict of law provisions.

12.2. Any legal action or proceeding arising out of or relating to these Terms shall be brought exclusively in the courts of [Your EU Country], and you hereby consent to the personal jurisdiction of such courts.

12.3. If you are a consumer, you may benefit from any mandatory provisions of the law of the country in which you are resident. Nothing in these Terms affects your rights as a consumer to rely on such mandatory provisions of local law.

13. Alternative Dispute Resolution

13.1. Alternative dispute resolution is a process where an independent body considers the facts of a dispute and seeks to resolve it, without you having to go to court. If you are not happy with how we have handled any complaint, you may submit the dispute for online resolution to the European Commission Online Dispute Resolution platform.

14. Severability

14.1. If any provision of these Terms is held to be unenforceable or invalid, such provision will be changed and interpreted to accomplish the objectives of such provision to the greatest extent possible under applicable law, and the remaining provisions will continue in full force and effect.

15. Entire Agreement

15.1. These Terms, our Privacy Policy, and any additional terms to which you agree when using particular elements of the App, constitute the entire agreement between you and Kensei Craft regarding your use of the App.

16. Contact Information

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

Kensei Craft
Nairobi, Kenya.
developer@kenseicraft.com
+254 783 856 466

By using the App, you acknowledge that you have read and understood these Terms of Service and agree to be bound by them.

Last Updated: 15th May 2026