# Terms of Use Last updated: April 3, 2026 TL;DR Must be of legal age in your jurisdiction to use. While the software itself cannot do any harm, slapping too hard can. If you break your macbook, that's on you. If SlapMac doesn't work as expected on your device, we'll refund you. Just reach out to [refund@slapmac.com](mailto:refund@slapmac.com?subject=Refund%20request%20SlapMac&body=Hi%2C%0A%0AI%20would%20like%20to%20request%20a%20refund%20for%20SlapMac.%0A%0APlease%20find%20attached%20a%20video%20showing%20the%20issue%20I%20am%20experiencing%20with%20the%20app.%0A%0AThank%20you.). We might ask for a short video showing the issue. ## 1. Acceptance of Terms By downloading, installing, or using SlapMac ("the Software"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Use. If you do not agree to these terms, do not use the Software. ## 2. Age Requirement You must be of legal age in your jurisdiction to use SlapMac. Some soundpacks contain content not suitable for minors. By purchasing or using the Software, you confirm that you meet the minimum age requirement under applicable law in your country or region. The developer assumes no responsibility for use of the Software by minors and disclaims all liability arising from underage access. ## 3. Description of the Software SlapMac is a novelty macOS application that detects physical impacts to your MacBook using the built-in accelerometer and plays audio responses. The Software is provided for entertainment purposes only. ## 4. Hardware Disclaimer **You use SlapMac entirely at your own risk.** The Software encourages users to physically strike their MacBook. The developer expressly disclaims any and all responsibility for damage to your hardware, including but not limited to: - Cracked, broken, or scratched displays - Damaged hinges, enclosures, or internal components - Malfunctioning keyboards, trackpads, or sensors - Voided manufacturer warranties - Data loss resulting from physical impact - Any other physical or functional damage to your device While the software itself cannot do any harm, slapping can. By using SlapMac, you acknowledge that striking a computer is inherently risky and that you are solely responsible for any consequences that arise from doing so. ## 5. Limitation of Liability To the maximum extent permitted by applicable law, the developer shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising out of or in connection with your use of the Software, including but not limited to damages for loss of profits, data, hardware, goodwill, or other intangible losses, even if the developer has been advised of the possibility of such damages. In no event shall the developer's total liability exceed the amount you paid for the Software. ## 6. No Warranty The Software is provided "as is" and "as available" without warranties of any kind, either express or implied, including but not limited to implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, and non-infringement. The developer does not warrant that the Software will be uninterrupted, error-free, or free of harmful components. ## 7. Assumption of Risk You expressly acknowledge and agree that the use of the Software involves the deliberate application of physical force to your device. You assume all risk of damage, injury, or loss that may result from using the Software as intended or otherwise. ## 8. Disclaimer of Liability for Social and Professional Consequences The developer shall not be held liable for any social, professional, reputational, or personal consequences arising from the use of the Software in any setting, including but not limited to workplaces, educational institutions, public spaces, or private gatherings. Without limiting the generality of the foregoing, the developer expressly disclaims responsibility for any adverse outcomes including but not limited to termination of employment, disciplinary action, loss of professional standing, damage to personal or business relationships, ejection from premises, or public embarrassment resulting from the audible, visual, or behavioral effects produced by the Software. You acknowledge that you are solely responsible for exercising appropriate judgment regarding when, where, and in whose presence you choose to operate the Software. ## 9. Photosensitivity Warning **The Combo Hit voice pack includes a screen flash effect.** If you have epilepsy, photosensitive seizures, or any other condition that may be triggered by flashing lights, do not enable the screen flash feature. The developer expressly disclaims any and all liability for adverse health effects resulting from the use of visual effects in the Software. By enabling the screen flash feature, you acknowledge that you do so at your own risk. ## 10. Indemnification You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless the developer from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, and expenses (including reasonable legal fees) arising out of or related to your use of the Software or violation of these Terms. ## 11. License SlapMac grants you a personal, non-transferable, non-exclusive, revocable license to use the Software on devices you own or control. You may not redistribute, reverse-engineer, decompile, or create derivative works based on the Software. ## 12. Intellectual Property The SlapMac name, logo, brand colors, visual design, website content, audio assets, and all associated materials are the exclusive intellectual property of the developer. All rights not expressly granted in these Terms are reserved. You may not copy, reproduce, imitate, or create derivative works of the SlapMac brand identity, including but not limited to the logo, color scheme, website design, marketing materials, or audio content, without prior written consent from the developer. Unauthorized use of any SlapMac intellectual property will be pursued to the fullest extent of applicable law. ## 13. Open Source Acknowledgments SlapMac incorporates the following open source components: - [spank](https://github.com/taigrr/spank) by Tai Groot — licensed under the MIT License. Original inspiration for SlapMac's slap detection concept. - [LidAngleSensor](https://github.com/samhenrigold/LidAngleSensor) by Sam Gold — licensed under the Apache License 2.0. Used for lid angle detection functionality. Full license texts for all open source components are included with the Software distribution. The use of these components does not imply endorsement by their respective authors. ## 14. Refund Policy If the Software fails to function on your supported device, email us at [refund@slapmac.com](mailto:refund@slapmac.com?subject=Refund%20request%20SlapMac&body=Hi%2C%0A%0AI%20would%20like%20to%20request%20a%20refund%20for%20SlapMac.%0A%0APlease%20find%20attached%20a%20video%20showing%20the%20issue%20I%20am%20experiencing%20with%20the%20app.%0A%0AThank%20you.) and we will work to resolve the issue or provide a refund. No refunds will be issued for hardware damage resulting from use of the Software. We might ask for a video of the issue to help diagnose the problem. ## 15. System Requirements SlapMac requires macOS 14.6+ (Sonoma) or later running on Apple Silicon (M1 chip or later). The developer is not responsible for issues arising from use on unsupported hardware or operating system versions. ## 16. Privacy SlapMac does not collect, transmit, or store any personal data from your device. All accelerometer data is processed locally on your device and is not sent to any server. The Software does not use analytics, telemetry, or tracking of any kind. ## 17. Marketing Communications When you purchase SlapMac, your email address is collected as part of the transaction. By completing a purchase and not requesting a refund, you agree that the developer may use your email address to send occasional marketing communications, including but not limited to product updates, new features, promotions, and related announcements. Every marketing email will include a clear and easy way to unsubscribe. Once you unsubscribe, you will no longer receive marketing emails, though you may still receive transactional emails related to your purchase (e.g., refund confirmations). The developer will not sell, rent, or share your email address with third parties for their own marketing purposes. ## 18. Changes to These Terms The developer reserves the right to modify these Terms at any time. Continued use of the Software after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms. ## 19. Governing Law These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the jurisdiction in which the developer resides, without regard to conflict of law principles. ## 20. Contact For questions about these Terms, contact us at [hello@slapmac.com](mailto:hello@slapmac.com).