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Terms of Service

Last updated: February 25, 2026 · Version 1.1

Plain English Summary

This is a free app. You use it, you own the outcome. We built it to work — but we make no guarantees and accept no liability beyond what the law requires. By downloading or using Homemade Remote, you're agreeing to these terms. If you don't agree, don't use it.

1. Acceptance of Terms

By downloading, installing, or using Homemade Remote (the iOS app or Mac companion app), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service. If you do not agree to these terms, you must not download or use the software.

These terms constitute a binding legal agreement between you and Scott Young, the independent developer of Homemade Remote ("we," "us," or "our").

By using the app, you confirm that you have read, understood, and accepted these terms. This constitutes a clickwrap agreement.

2. What Homemade Remote Does

Homemade Remote allows you to control your Mac computer from your iPhone over a local WiFi network. The iOS app sends control signals (cursor movement, keystrokes, media commands) to the Mac companion app, which executes them on your Mac using macOS system APIs.

The app operates entirely on your local network. No data is transmitted to us or any third party. No internet connection is required after installation.

3. License

We grant you a personal, non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to use Homemade Remote on devices you own or control.

You may not:

Reverse engineer, decompile, or disassemble the software
Distribute, sublicense, sell, or rent the software to any third party
Use the software to build a competing product
Remove or alter any proprietary notices in the software

4. Mac Accessibility Permission & Assumption of Risk

The Mac companion app requires Accessibility permission in macOS to function. This permission allows the app to simulate mouse movement, keyboard input, and media key presses on your Mac.

By granting this permission and using the app, you acknowledge and accept that:

The app will control your Mac's cursor, keyboard, and media playback as directed by your iPhone
Commands are executed as if performed by you directly on your Mac
Any action taken on your Mac through the app is your action and your responsibility
We are not liable for accidental inputs, unintended keystrokes, or any consequence of remote control operations
You assume full responsibility for ensuring the app is used only on Macs you own or have explicit permission to control

You must only use this app to control computers you own or have explicit authorization to control. Unauthorized use of this technology to access or control another person's computer without consent may violate applicable laws, including the Computer Fraud and Abuse Act (CFAA), the UK Computer Misuse Act, and similar statutes in other jurisdictions.

5. Disclaimer of Warranties

HOMEMADE REMOTE IS PROVIDED "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED. TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, WE DISCLAIM ALL WARRANTIES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, NON-INFRINGEMENT, AND ANY WARRANTIES ARISING FROM COURSE OF DEALING OR USAGE OF TRADE.

We do not warrant that the app will function without interruption, that all features will work on all system configurations, or that any defects will be corrected. The app is a free personal project — we will do our best to maintain it, but we make no commitments about uptime, updates, or continued support.

6. Limitation of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, IN NO EVENT SHALL WE BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, PUNITIVE, OR EXEMPLARY DAMAGES — INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO LOSS OF DATA, LOSS OF PROFITS, DAMAGE TO PROPERTY, OR PERSONAL INJURY — ARISING OUT OF OR RELATED TO YOUR USE OF HOMEMADE REMOTE, EVEN IF WE HAVE BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES.

Our total aggregate liability to you for any claim arising out of or related to these terms or the app shall not exceed the greater of $10 USD or the total amount you have paid us (if any) in the three (3) months preceding the event giving rise to the claim.

Some jurisdictions do not allow limitation of liability for certain types of damages. In those jurisdictions, our liability is limited to the maximum extent permitted by law.

7. Indemnification

You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless Scott Young and any affiliates from and against any claims, damages, losses, liabilities, costs, and expenses (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising out of or related to:

Your use of or misuse of Homemade Remote
Your violation of these Terms of Service
Your violation of any applicable law or regulation
Any claim by a third party arising from your use of the app to control a computer

8. Dispute Resolution & Binding Arbitration

Informal Resolution First. If you have a dispute with us, contact privacy@scottyoung.co first. We'll make a genuine effort to resolve it within 30 days.

Binding Arbitration. If informal resolution fails, any dispute, claim, or controversy arising out of or relating to these terms or the app shall be settled by binding individual arbitration administered by the American Arbitration Association (AAA) under its Consumer Arbitration Rules. The arbitration will be conducted in English. Judgment on the arbitration award may be entered in any court with jurisdiction.

Class Action Waiver. You waive your right to participate in any class action lawsuit or class-wide arbitration. All disputes must be brought on an individual basis only.

Exception. Either party may seek injunctive or other equitable relief in a court of competent jurisdiction for claims involving intellectual property rights or unauthorized access to computer systems.

9. Third-Party Services & Open-Source Software

The iOS app is distributed through Apple's App Store. Your download and use of the app is also subject to Apple's Terms and Conditions. Apple is not a party to these terms and bears no responsibility for Homemade Remote.

The Mac companion app is distributed via homemaderemote.com, hosted on GitHub Pages. GitHub's terms apply to the hosting infrastructure, not to the app itself.

The Mac companion app may incorporate open-source software components, each subject to its own license terms. These components are provided "as is" without additional warranty from us. A list of open-source licenses is available upon request at privacy@scottyoung.co.

10. Termination

We reserve the right to discontinue Homemade Remote at any time without notice. Your license to use the app terminates automatically if you violate any provision of these terms.

Upon termination, you must stop using the app and delete all copies from your devices. Sections 5, 6, 7, 8, and 11 survive termination.

11. Governing Law

These terms are governed by the laws of the State of California, United States, without regard to conflict of law principles. To the extent any dispute is not subject to arbitration, you consent to the exclusive jurisdiction of the state and federal courts located in California.

12. Severability

If any provision of these terms is held invalid, illegal, or unenforceable by a court of competent jurisdiction, the remaining provisions will continue in full force and effect. The invalid provision will be modified to the minimum extent necessary to make it enforceable while preserving the intent of the original provision.

13. Entire Agreement

These Terms of Service, together with the Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and Scott Young regarding Homemade Remote and supersede all prior agreements, representations, and understandings. No waiver of any provision shall be deemed a further or continuing waiver of that or any other provision.

14. Changes to These Terms

We may update these terms from time to time. Material changes will be indicated by a new version number and updated date at the top of this page. Continued use of the app after changes constitutes acceptance of the new terms. If you disagree with updated terms, your sole remedy is to stop using the app and delete it from your devices.

15. Contact

Questions about these terms:

Email: privacy@scottyoung.co
Developer: Scott Young, independent developer