Terms of Use for NameNest

Effective: April 2026

1. Scope

1.1 Contracting Parties

These Terms of Use govern the contractual relationship between

Johannes Hamel Zähringerstr. 5 10707 Berlin Email: j.hamel (at) hamel-it.de

(hereinafter “Provider”)

and the users of the mobile application “NameNest” (hereinafter “App”).

1.2 Applicability

These Terms of Use apply to the use of the App in its current version. By downloading, installing, or using the App, you agree to these Terms of Use.

1.3 Deviating Terms

Deviating, conflicting, or supplementary terms of the user shall not become part of the contract unless the Provider expressly agrees to their validity in writing.

2. Service Description

2.1 Scope of Functions

NameNest is a baby name finder app that allows users to:

Browse over 10,000 baby names from 20+ cultures
Discover names through swipe-based exploration
Search and filter names by origin, gender, and mood
Save favorite names for later reference
Use all features entirely offline

2.2 Free Version

The free version of the App includes:

Browsing and searching baby names
Basic filtering by gender and origin
Saving favorites
Swipe discovery

2.3 Local Data Storage

All user data is stored exclusively locally on the user’s device. No cloud synchronization takes place. The Provider has no access to the user’s data.

3. Contract Conclusion and User Account

3.1 Contract Conclusion

The contract for the use of the App is concluded upon download and first use of the App.

3.2 No User Account Required

No registration or creation of a user account is required to use the App.

3.3 Minimum Age

The use of the App is permitted for persons aged 13 and older.

4. Advertising

4.1 Display of Ads

The App is financed through the display of advertisements. Ads are provided by third-party advertising networks (Google AdMob).

The processing of data in connection with advertising is described in the Privacy Policy.

5. User Obligations

5.1 Intended Use

The user agrees to use the App only for its intended purpose of discovering and saving baby names.

5.2 Prohibited Use

The user is prohibited from:

Decompiling, disassembling, or otherwise determining the source code of the App, unless expressly permitted by law
Modifying, adapting, or creating derivative works of the App
Renting, leasing, lending, or otherwise commercially exploiting the App
Circumventing or removing technical protection measures
Using the App in a manner that violates applicable law

5.3 Data Backup

The user is responsible for backing up their own data. Since the App does not offer cloud synchronization, all locally stored data will be deleted upon uninstallation or device change.

6. Intellectual Property

6.1 Copyright

The App, including all content, graphics, designs, and underlying code, is protected by copyright. All rights remain with the Provider.

6.2 Right of Use

The Provider grants the user a simple, non-transferable, non-sublicensable right to use the App on their own devices. This right of use is limited to the contract term.

7. Availability and Maintenance

7.1 Availability

The Provider strives for high availability of the App. Since the App primarily functions offline, availability is generally not dependent on server infrastructure.

7.2 Updates

The Provider may provide updates from time to time to fix bugs, improve security, or add new features. The use of the current version is recommended.

7.3 Changes to Scope of Functions

The Provider reserves the right to change the scope of functions of the App, provided this is reasonable for the user.

7.4 Discontinuation of the App

The Provider may discontinue the provision of the App with reasonable advance notice.

8. Liability

8.1 Limitation of Liability

The Provider is liable without limitation for damages resulting from injury to life, body, or health, as well as for damages based on intent or gross negligence.

8.2 Slight Negligence

In cases of slight negligence, the Provider is only liable for breach of material contractual obligations (cardinal obligations). In this case, liability is limited to the foreseeable, contract-typical damage.

8.3 Liability for Data Loss

The Provider is not liable for the loss of user data stored exclusively locally on the user’s device. The user is responsible for regular data backups.

8.4 Force Majeure

The Provider is not liable for performance disruptions due to force majeure.

9. Warranty

9.1 Defect Rights

The statutory warranty rights apply to the App.

9.2 Scope of Functions

The App is provided with the scope of functions available at the time of download. The Provider does not warrant any specific functions unless expressly promised.

9.3 Compatibility

The App is designed for Android devices running Android 8.0 or later. Compatibility with future Android versions is not guaranteed.

10. Data Protection

The processing of personal data is carried out in accordance with our Privacy Policy, which is available in the App and on our website. The Privacy Policy is an integral part of these Terms of Use.

11. Contract Termination

11.1 Termination

The use of the App can be terminated at any time by uninstalling the App.

11.2 Extraordinary Termination

The Provider is entitled to extraordinary termination if the user repeatedly or seriously violates these Terms of Use.

12. Changes to Terms of Use

12.1 Right to Change

The Provider reserves the right to change these Terms of Use with effect for the future if this is necessary for valid reasons and reasonable for the user.

12.2 Notification

The user will be informed about significant changes in the App. Continued use after the changes take effect is deemed consent.

12.3 Right to Object

In the case of significant changes that unreasonably disadvantage the user, the user has the right to terminate the contractual relationship.

13. Final Provisions

13.1 Applicable Law

The law of the Federal Republic of Germany applies, excluding the UN Convention on Contracts for the International Sale of Goods. Mandatory consumer protection provisions of the state in which the consumer has their habitual residence remain unaffected.

13.2 Place of Jurisdiction

For disputes with entrepreneurs, the Provider’s place of business is the place of jurisdiction. For consumers, the statutory places of jurisdiction apply.

13.3 Online Dispute Resolution

The European Commission provides a platform for online dispute resolution (ODR): https://ec.europa.eu/consumers/odr/

We are neither willing nor obliged to participate in dispute resolution proceedings before a consumer arbitration board.

13.4 Severability Clause

Should individual provisions of these Terms of Use be or become invalid, the validity of the remaining provisions shall remain unaffected. The invalid provision shall be replaced by a valid provision that comes closest to the economic purpose of the invalid provision.

13.5 Written Form

Amendments and additions to these Terms of Use require text form.

14. Contact

If you have any questions about these Terms of Use, you can reach us at:

Email: j.hamel (at) hamel-it.de

These Terms of Use were created in consideration of German law and the specifics of mobile applications.