Terms of Service

1. Acceptance of Terms

Welcome to TDEE Calculator ("we," "our," or "us"). These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your use of our website, mobile application, and related services (collectively, the "Service") operated by TDEE Calculator.

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

2. Description of Service

TDEE Calculator provides:

• Total Daily Energy Expenditure (TDEE) calculations
• Basal Metabolic Rate (BMR) calculations
• Body Mass Index (BMI) calculations
• Macronutrient recommendations
• Health and fitness educational content
• Additional health and fitness tools
• Optional user account features

3. User Accounts

3.1 Account Creation

You may create an account to access additional features. When creating an account, you must provide accurate and complete information. You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials.

3.2 Account Responsibilities

You are responsible for:

• All activities that occur under your account
• Maintaining the security of your password
• Notifying us immediately of any unauthorized use
• Ensuring your account information remains accurate and up-to-date

4. Acceptable Use

4.1 Permitted Uses

You may use our Service for:

• Personal health and fitness calculations
• Educational purposes
• Accessing health and fitness information
• Tracking your personal health metrics (if logged in)

4.2 Prohibited Uses

You may not use our Service to:

• Violate any applicable laws or regulations
• Transmit harmful, offensive, or inappropriate content
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems
• Interfere with or disrupt the Service
• Use automated systems to access the Service without permission
• Reverse engineer or attempt to extract source code
• Use the Service for commercial purposes without authorization

5. Medical Disclaimer

IMPORTANT: Our Service provides general health and fitness information for educational purposes only. It is not intended as medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.

5.1 Not Medical Advice

The calculations and recommendations provided by our Service:

• Are estimates based on general formulas and may not be accurate for everyone
• Should not replace professional medical advice
• Are not suitable for individuals with medical conditions
• May not be appropriate for pregnant or breastfeeding women
• Should not be used by individuals under 13 years of age

5.2 Consult Healthcare Professionals

Always consult with qualified healthcare professionals before:

• Starting any diet or exercise program
• Making significant changes to your nutrition
• Using our calculations for medical purposes
• If you have any health concerns or conditions

6. Intellectual Property Rights

6.1 Our Content

All content on this website, including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, images, and software, is the property of TDEE Calculator and is protected by copyright laws. You may not:

• Copy, modify, or distribute our content without permission
• Use our trademarks or logos without authorization
• Create derivative works based on our content
• Remove copyright or proprietary notices

6.2 User Content

If you submit content to our Service (such as comments or feedback), you grant us a non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use, modify, and display such content in connection with our Service.

7. Privacy and Data Protection

Your privacy is important to us. Our collection and use of personal information is governed by our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated into these Terms by reference. By using our Service, you consent to our Privacy Policy.

8. Third-Party Services

8.1 External Links

Our Service may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for the content, privacy policies, or practices of these external sites.

8.2 Affiliate Links

We may include affiliate links to products and services. We may receive compensation when you click on these links or make purchases, but this does not affect the price you pay.

8.3 Advertisements

We may display advertisements from third parties. We are not responsible for the content or accuracy of these advertisements.

9. Disclaimers and Limitations of Liability

9.1 Service Availability

We strive to maintain continuous service availability but cannot guarantee uninterrupted access. The Service is provided "as is" without warranties of any kind.

9.2 Accuracy of Information

While we strive for accuracy, we make no warranties about the completeness, reliability, or accuracy of the information provided through our Service.

9.3 Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, TDEE Calculator shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, including but not limited to:

• Loss of profits or revenue
• Loss of data or information
• Business interruption
• Personal injury or health issues
• Any damages arising from use of our Service

10. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless TDEE Calculator, its officers, directors, employees, and agents from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, and expenses arising out of or in any way connected with:

• Your use of the Service
• Your violation of these Terms
• Your violation of any rights of another party
• Your content or information submitted through the Service

11. Termination

11.1 Termination by You

You may stop using our Service at any time. If you have an account, you may delete it through your account settings or by contacting us.

11.2 Termination by Us

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

• Violation of these Terms
• Fraudulent or illegal activity
• Abuse of the Service
• Extended periods of inactivity

11.3 Effect of Termination

Upon termination:

• Your right to use the Service will cease immediately
• We may delete your account and associated data
• Provisions that should survive termination will remain in effect

12. Modifications to Service and Terms

12.1 Service Changes

We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue the Service at any time, with or without notice. We will not be liable for any modification, suspension, or discontinuation of the Service.

12.2 Terms Changes

We may revise these Terms from time to time. We will notify you of changes by:

• Posting the revised Terms on our website
• Updating the "Last updated" date
• Sending email notifications for significant changes (if you have an account)

Your continued use of the Service after changes become effective constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.

13. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of [Your Jurisdiction], without regard to its conflict of law provisions. Any disputes arising under these Terms shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts in [Your Jurisdiction].

14. Dispute Resolution

14.1 Informal Resolution

Before filing any formal dispute, you agree to first contact us to attempt to resolve the issue informally.

14.2 Arbitration

Any disputes that cannot be resolved informally may be subject to binding arbitration in accordance with the rules of [Arbitration Organization]. The arbitration will be conducted in [Location] and the decision will be final and binding.

14.3 Class Action Waiver

You agree that any dispute resolution proceedings will be conducted only on an individual basis and not in a class, consolidated, or representative action.

15. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is held to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions will remain in full force and effect. The invalid provision will be replaced with a valid provision that most closely matches the intent of the original provision.

16. Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy and any other legal notices published by us on the Service, constitute the entire agreement between you and TDEE Calculator regarding the use of the Service.

17. Contact Information

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

• Email: legal@tdeecalculator.com
• Address: [Your Business Address]
• Phone: [Your Phone Number]

18. Special Provisions

18.1 Age Requirements

You must be at least 13 years old to use our Service. If you are between 13 and 18 years old, you may only use the Service with parental consent and supervision.

18.2 International Users

Our Service is operated from [Your Country]. If you access the Service from other countries, you are responsible for compliance with local laws.

18.3 Force Majeure

We will not be liable for any failure or delay in performance due to circumstances beyond our reasonable control, including but not limited to acts of God, natural disasters, war, terrorism, or government actions.

19. Feedback and Suggestions

We welcome your feedback and suggestions about our Service. By providing feedback, you grant us the right to use, modify, and incorporate your suggestions into our Service without compensation or attribution.

20. Survival

The following sections will survive termination of these Terms: Intellectual Property Rights, Medical Disclaimer, Disclaimers and Limitations of Liability, Indemnification, Governing Law and Jurisdiction, and any other provisions that by their nature should survive.