Terms of use & Privacy Policy

Last Updated: October 20, 2025

These Terms and Conditions regulate the download, access, and use of the mobile application Evolve (hereinafter, the “APP”), which Apparent Group Limited owns and makes available to users on Google Play (Android) and Apple Store (iOS).

The user acquires this condition by downloading and using the APP. By accessing the APP, the user acknowledges having accepted and consented unreservedly to these terms of use and privacy policy.

1. RESPONSIBLE FOR THE APP

Apparent Group Limited, Company Registration number 73428962, (hereinafter “Evolve” or “we”), with registered office at FLAT/RM 0 5 – 0 6 HOLLYWOOD PLAZA, 6 1 0 NATHAN ROAD, 1 8 / F, KL, Hong Kong and email: hello@apparentgroup.co is the owner and responsible for the APP.

2. OBJECT

The APP has been developed as a holistic wellness and personal growth platform, serving as a comprehensive toolkit for mental, emotional, and spiritual well-being. Its purpose is to provide users with daily, structured practices and a deep library of on-demand content—including guided meditations, educational courses, book summaries, and podcasts—to reduce stress, increase focus, improve sleep, and foster personal development.

3. COMPATIBLE DEVICES

The APP is available on Google Play (Android) and the Apple App Store (iOS). The user acknowledges and agrees to comply with all applicable terms and conditions of the respective application store regarding obtaining, downloading, and updating the APP.

4. GETTING STARTED

Upon starting the APP, the user can begin exploring content. To access the full range of features, including saving to a personal library and tracking progress, the user must create an account.

The APP operates on a freemium model. Users can access a limited selection of content and features for free. To unlock the entire library of meditations, courses, and other premium features (“Evolve Plus”), the user must subscribe. Payments are processed through the payment options offered by the Google Play Store or Apple App Store.

5. METHOD OF USE

The APP is structured around several key features designed to provide a comprehensive and engaging wellness experience:

  • Home: A personalized dashboard featuring “Your Daily Upgrade,” a checklist of recommended daily activities (e.g., 10-Min Meditation, Breathing Exercise), progress tracking, and content recommendations.
  • Meditate: A dedicated hub for all mindfulness exercises, including guided meditations, breathing exercises, visualizations, and natural white noise, with options to filter by topic and duration.
  • Learn: An educational section providing micro-learning content through book summaries and mini-courses on topics related to mindfulness, spirituality, and personal growth.
  • Podcast: A curated selection of podcasts, including AI-generated content, on topics related to meditation, spirituality, and relaxation.
  • Profile: A personal space where users can manage their saved content (“Saved List”), track their progress and streaks, view their improvement graph, and access settings.

6. INTELLECTUAL AND INDUSTRIAL PROPERTY RIGHTS

The intellectual and industrial property rights over the APP and all its content (including but not limited to meditations, course videos, audio files, podcasts, and text) are owned by or licensed to Apparent Group Limited. The user acknowledges that the reproduction, modification, distribution, or decompilation of any of the elements and utilities integrated within the development constitutes an infringement of these intellectual property rights.

The license granted to users is for personal, non-commercial use only.

7. PRIVACY POLICY

In compliance with applicable regulations on personal data protection, we inform you that personal data provided by our users will be processed by Apparent Group Limited as Data Controller.

7.1 What personal data do we process?

We process data you provide to us and data we collect automatically to personalize and improve your wellness journey.

  1. A) Data You Provide Directly:
  • Account Information: Name, email address, and password to create and manage your account.
  • User Preferences & Settings: Information you provide such as notification preferences and language settings.
  1. B) Data We Collect Automatically:
  • Usage and Progress Data: Information about your activity on the APP, including which meditations you complete, which courses you watch, your progress percentage, and your daily streaks. This data is essential for providing personalized recommendations and tracking your progress.
  • Saved List Data: Information about the content you save to your personal list.
  • Log and Device Data: Information about your mobile device, including device identifier, model, operating system, and IP address, as well as information on app performance like crash reports.
  • Push Notifications: We may request to send you push notifications for reminders or content suggestions. You can disable these in your device settings.

7.2 Purposes and Legal Basis for Processing

Your personal data will be processed for the following purposes:

  • To Provide and Personalize Our Services: To create and maintain your account, deliver content, track your wellness progress, and provide personalized recommendations. The legal basis is the performance of the contract between you and Evolve.
  • For Analytics and Service Improvement: To understand how users interact with the APP in order to enhance the user experience and develop new features. The legal basis is our legitimate interest in improving our services.
  • To Communicate With You: To send you service-related notifications, progress updates, and support messages. The legal basis is the performance of the contract.
  • For Marketing and Promotions: To send you information about new features and promotions, with your explicit consent.

7.3 To whom do we provide your personal data?

We only share your data with third-party service providers who are strictly necessary to operate our APP. These include:

  • Cloud Storage and Backend Services: For secure data storage (e.g., Amazon Web Services, Google Cloud).
  • Analytics Services: To help us understand app usage (e.g., Google Analytics, Mixpanel).
  • Payment Processors: To handle subscriptions (i.e., Apple and Google).

7.4 Minors

The APP is intended for users who are at least 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are between 13 and 18, you may use the app only with the involvement and consent of a parent or guardian.

7.5 International Transfers

Our company is registered in Hong Kong. We use global third-party service providers that may be based in other countries. By using our APP, you acknowledge that your personal data may be transferred to, stored, and processed in countries outside of your residence. We take appropriate measures to ensure your data is protected.

7.6 Exercise of Your Rights

You have the right to access, rectify, delete, or request the portability of your personal data. To exercise these rights, please send a written communication to hello@apparentgroup.co.

7.7 Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal data.

7.8 Changes to the Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The updated version will always be available in the APP.

8. RESPONSIBILITY & DISCLAIMER

Evolve provides content for self-help, learning, and personal growth purposes only. The APP and its content are not a substitute for professional medical or mental health advice, therapy, diagnosis, or treatment. It is not a medical device or healthcare provider.

Always seek the advice of your physician, therapist, or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health condition. Never disregard professional advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have experienced on the APP.

9. NULLITY AND INEFFECTIVENESS OF THE CLAUSES

If any clause included in these Terms and Conditions is declared totally or partially null and void, such nullity shall only affect that provision, and the rest of the Terms and Conditions shall remain in force.

10. APPLICABLE LAW AND JURISDICTION

These terms will be governed by the laws of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region. Both parties submit to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of Hong Kong.

For users resident in the European Union, in case of a legal dispute, an online dispute resolution platform is available at: http://ec.europa.eu/consumers/odr/.