Terms of Service

1. Agreement to Terms

Welcome to Concrete Calculator ("Company," "we," "our," or "us"). These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your access to and use of our website, tools, and services (collectively, the "Service").

By accessing or using our Service, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you disagree with any part of these Terms, you may not access or use the Service.

2. Description of Service

Concrete Calculator provides online tools and calculators for estimating concrete volume, material quantities, and project costs for various construction applications including:

• Concrete volume calculations for slabs, footings, walls, columns, and other structures
• Material quantity estimations (cement, sand, gravel, water)
• Cost estimation tools
• Construction planning resources and information

Our Service is provided free of charge for general use. We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue any aspect of the Service at any time without notice.

3. User Responsibilities

3.1 Acceptable Use

You agree to use the Service only for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms. You agree NOT to:

• Use the Service in any way that violates applicable laws or regulations
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any portion of the Service
• Interfere with or disrupt the Service or servers/networks connected to the Service
• Use automated systems (bots, scrapers, etc.) to access the Service without permission
• Transmit any viruses, malware, or other malicious code
• Impersonate any person or entity or misrepresent your affiliation
• Collect or harvest information about other users without consent

3.2 Professional Consultation Required

IMPORTANT: Our calculators provide estimates only. You are responsible for:

• Verifying all calculations and results
• Consulting with qualified professionals (engineers, contractors, architects) before making construction decisions
• Ensuring compliance with local building codes and regulations
• Obtaining necessary permits and approvals
• Using appropriate safety measures in all construction activities

4. Disclaimer of Warranties

THE SERVICE IS PROVIDED "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED.

We specifically disclaim all warranties, including but not limited to:

• Accuracy: We do not warrant that calculations, estimates, or information provided are accurate, complete, or reliable
• Availability: We do not guarantee uninterrupted or error-free operation of the Service
• Fitness for Purpose: We do not warrant that the Service will meet your specific requirements
• Merchantability: We make no warranties regarding the merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose
• Non-Infringement: We do not warrant that use of the Service will not infringe third-party rights

5. Limitation of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, CONCRETE CALCULATOR SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO:

• Loss of profits, revenue, or business opportunities
• Loss of data or information
• Cost of substitute goods or services
• Property damage or personal injury
• Construction defects or failures
• Project delays or cost overruns
• Any other damages arising from use of or inability to use the Service

This limitation applies regardless of the legal theory (contract, tort, negligence, strict liability, or otherwise) and whether or not we have been advised of the possibility of such damages.

In jurisdictions that do not allow the exclusion or limitation of liability for consequential or incidental damages, our liability is limited to the maximum extent permitted by law.

6. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Concrete Calculator, its officers, directors, employees, agents, and affiliates from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, costs, expenses, or fees (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising from:

• Your use or misuse of the Service
• Your violation of these Terms
• Your violation of any rights of another party
• Your reliance on calculations or information provided by the Service
• Any construction project or activity based on Service outputs

7. Intellectual Property Rights

7.1 Our Intellectual Property

The Service and its original content, features, and functionality are owned by Concrete Calculator and are protected by international copyright, trademark, patent, trade secret, and other intellectual property laws.

You may not copy, modify, distribute, sell, or lease any part of our Service or included software without our express written permission.

7.2 User Content

Any data, calculations, or information you enter into the Service remains your property. By using the Service, you grant us a limited license to process this information solely to provide the Service to you.

8. Third-Party Links and Services

Our Service may contain links to third-party websites or services that are not owned or controlled by Concrete Calculator.

We have no control over and assume no responsibility for the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party websites or services. We do not warrant the offerings of these entities or individuals.

You acknowledge and agree that Concrete Calculator shall not be responsible or liable, directly or indirectly, for any damage or loss caused or alleged to be caused by or in connection with use of any such third-party content, goods, or services.

9. User Accounts and Registration

Currently, Concrete Calculator does not require user account creation for basic calculator functionality. If we introduce account features in the future:

• You must provide accurate, current, and complete information
• You are responsible for maintaining account security
• You must notify us immediately of any unauthorized access
• You are responsible for all activities under your account

10. Privacy and Data Protection

Your use of the Service is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which describes how we collect, use, and protect your information. By using the Service, you consent to our collection and use of information as described in the Privacy Policy.

Please review our Privacy Policy to understand our practices.

11. Termination

We may terminate or suspend your access to the Service immediately, without prior notice or liability, for any reason, including but not limited to:

• Breach of these Terms
• Fraudulent or illegal activity
• Requests by law enforcement or government agencies
• Discontinuation or material modification of the Service

Upon termination, your right to use the Service will immediately cease. All provisions of these Terms that by their nature should survive termination shall survive, including ownership provisions, warranty disclaimers, indemnity, and limitations of liability.

12. Geographic Restrictions

The Service is provided from the United States and is intended for users located in the United States. We make no claims that the Service is accessible, appropriate, or legal for use in other locations.

If you access the Service from outside the United States, you do so on your own initiative and are responsible for compliance with local laws.

13. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution

13.1 Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the United States and the State of [State], without regard to its conflict of law provisions.

13.2 Dispute Resolution

Any disputes arising out of or relating to these Terms or the Service shall be resolved through:

1. Informal Negotiation: First, contact us to attempt to resolve the dispute informally
2. Arbitration: If informal resolution fails, disputes will be resolved by binding arbitration in accordance with the American Arbitration Association rules
3. Class Action Waiver: You agree to resolve disputes on an individual basis and waive any right to bring or participate in class actions

14. Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify or replace these Terms at any time at our sole discretion. Material changes will be notified by:

• Posting the updated Terms on this page
• Updating the "Last Updated" date
• Providing notice through the Service or via email (if applicable)

Your continued use of the Service after any changes constitutes acceptance of the new Terms. If you do not agree to the updated Terms, you must stop using the Service.

15. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is held to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable, the validity, legality, and enforceability of the remaining provisions shall not be affected or impaired.

16. Waiver

No waiver of any term of these Terms shall be deemed a further or continuing waiver of such term or any other term. Our failure to assert any right or provision under these Terms shall not constitute a waiver of such right or provision.

17. Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and Concrete Calculator regarding the Service and supersede all prior agreements and understandings, whether written or oral.

18. Professional Disclaimer

19. Contact Information

If you have any questions about these Terms, please contact us: