Puff Count Terms of Use
Last updated: January 2026
Welcome to Puff Count
These Terms of Use ("Terms") govern your use of Puff Count, an offline-first nicotine cessation app developed by Darkmaster's Pottery. By downloading, accessing, or using our app, you agree to be bound by these Terms.
1. Acceptance of Terms
By using Puff Count, you confirm that you have the legal capacity to enter into these Terms. The app is intended for adults who wish to quit smoking, vaping, or other nicotine products. Users under 18 should use the app only with parental or guardian consent.
We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. Continued use of the app after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms.
2. App Description and Features
Puff Count Features
- Quit date tracking and nicotine-free day counter
- Money saved and units avoided calculations
- 12 science-backed health recovery milestones
- Craving management toolkit: Quick Tips (free), Craving Timer (premium), Breathing Exercises (premium), Crush Addiction Game (premium)
- Crush Addiction idle clicker game with 14 bosses, 16 upgrades, 18 achievements
- 6-stage quit journey progress tracking
- GitHub-style 365-day nicotine-free heatmaps
- Support for cigarettes, vape, IQOS, and other nicotine types
- Non-judgmental relapse tracking with soft/hard modes
- Home screen widgets (small and medium)
- 100% offline functionality
Puff Count is designed to work completely offline, supporting your quit journey without requiring an internet connection for any core functionality.
3. Medical Disclaimer
Important Medical Information
- Not Medical Advice: Puff Count is a wellness and tracking tool, NOT a medical device or treatment
- Not a Substitute: This app does not replace professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment
- Consult Professionals: Always seek guidance from qualified healthcare providers about quitting nicotine
- Nicotine Replacement: If considering NRT patches, gum, or medications, consult your doctor
- Withdrawal Symptoms: Severe withdrawal symptoms should be discussed with a healthcare provider
- Underlying Conditions: If you have health conditions affected by nicotine use, work with your doctor
The health timeline and recovery milestones shown in the app are based on general medical research and may not reflect your individual health situation. Individual results vary based on usage history, overall health, and other factors.
4. User Responsibilities
Acceptable Use
You agree to use Puff Count only for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms. You will not:
- Attempt to reverse engineer, hack, or compromise the app's security
- Use the app for commercial purposes without permission
- Redistribute or resell the app or its content
- Attempt to circumvent subscription or premium feature restrictions
- Use the app in ways that could harm yourself or others
Healthy Approach
Quitting nicotine is a personal journey. If you experience a relapse, the app supports you without judgment. Remember that many people quit successfully after multiple attempts. Be kind to yourself.
5. Intellectual Property
App Ownership
Puff Count, including its design, health milestones content, Crush Addiction game, icons, code, and features, is owned by Darkmaster's Pottery and protected by intellectual property laws. You are granted a limited, non-exclusive license to use the app for personal purposes.
Your Data
You retain ownership of your quit progress, craving records, game achievements, and personal settings that you create within the app. This data is stored locally on your device and remains under your control.
Offline Design: Because Puff Count works completely offline, your personal health data, quit progress, game progress, and craving history remain private on your device.
6. App Functionality and Limitations
Offline-First Design
Puff Count works completely offline for all features. Internet connection is required only for:
- Initial subscription purchase through Apple App Store
- Restoring purchases on new devices
- Periodic subscription status verification
Limitations
- No Cloud Sync: Data is stored only on your device; we cannot recover lost data
- Device Storage: App functionality depends on available device storage
- Backup: Use iOS backup to preserve your data when switching devices
- Notifications: Reminders depend on iOS notification permissions
- Widgets: Home screen widgets require iOS permissions and may have refresh limitations
7. Privacy and Data
Your privacy is fundamental to Puff Count. Please review our Privacy Policy to understand our commitment to protecting your information.
- All quit progress and health data is stored locally on your device
- We do not collect, transmit, or access your nicotine usage or health information
- No account creation or personal information required
- No analytics, tracking, or advertising SDKs
8. Subscription and Premium Features
Premium Features Include
- All 12 health recovery milestones
- All 6 quit journey stages
- Craving Timer (5-minute visual countdown)
- Breathing Exercises (4-7-8, Box, Quick Calm, Deep Relax)
- Crush Addiction Game (14 bosses, 16 upgrades, 18 achievements, prestige)
- Data export functionality
- Priority support
Free Features Include
- 2 health milestones (20 minutes, 8 hours)
- 2 quit stages (Detox, Peak Battle)
- Quick Tips (science-backed strategies)
- 365-day heatmap visualization
- Home screen widgets (small, medium)
- Daily check-ins
- Slip handling (soft/hard modes)
Subscription Terms
- All purchases are processed through the Apple App Store
- Subscription fees are charged in advance and are non-refundable except as required by law
- Subscriptions automatically renew unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the renewal date
- You can manage subscriptions through your Apple ID account settings
- Premium features remain accessible offline once your subscription is active
- Free tier includes 2 health milestones, 2 quit stages, Quick Tips, heatmap, widgets, and check-ins
9. Disclaimers and Limitations
Important Disclaimers
- Puff Count is provided "as is" without warranties of any kind
- We do not guarantee that you will successfully quit nicotine
- Health recovery timelines are general estimates and individual results vary
- The app is for wellness support, not medical treatment
- We are not responsible for data loss due to device issues or app deletion
- Relapse is a normal part of quitting for many people
Limitation of Liability
To the maximum extent permitted by law, Darkmaster's Pottery shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages arising from your use of Puff Count.
10. Termination
We may terminate or suspend your access to Puff Count at any time for violations of these Terms or other reasonable causes. You may discontinue use of the app at any time by deleting it from your device.
Upon termination, your right to use the app ceases immediately. Since all data is stored locally, deleting the app will remove your quit progress, game achievements, and settings. Subscription refunds are handled according to Apple App Store policies.
11. Governing Law
These Terms are governed by and construed in accordance with applicable laws. Any disputes arising from these Terms or your use of Puff Count will be resolved through binding arbitration or in courts of competent jurisdiction.
12. Contact Information
If you have questions about these Terms of Use or need support, please contact us:
Email: contact-us@darkmasters-pottery.com
Company: Darkmaster's Pottery
App: Puff Count
Thank you for choosing Puff Count to support your journey to a nicotine-free life.
"Every day nicotine-free is a victory"