Pokemon GO cheating apps could get you banned permanently

Some Pokemon GO users have increasingly resorted to unofficial apps and hacks that make it easier to catch more Pokemon by not playing by the rules. One such app enables users to select where they want to walk without having to physically move around. Using apps like this is considered cheating and falls under the general prohibitions category on the Pokemon GO terms of service. Therefore, Niantic has the right to permanently ban you from the game. The following warning comes from the developer:

Although we’re not obligated to monitor access to or use of the Services or Content or to review or edit any Content, we have the right to do so for the purpose of operating the Services, to ensure compliance with these Terms, and to comply with applicable law or other legal requirements. We reserve the right, but are not obligated, to remove or disable access to any Content, at any time and without notice, including but not limited to, if we, at our sole discretion, consider any Content to be objectionable or in violation of these Terms. We have the right to investigate violations of these Terms or conduct that affects the Services. We may also consult and cooperate with law enforcement authorities to prosecute users who violate the law.