Terms of Use

Last updated: January 2025

Agreement to Terms

By accessing and using DisasterPrepCalc (the "Website"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Use. If you do not agree to these terms, please do not use the Website.

Educational Purpose

The information, calculators, and content provided on this Website are for educational and informational purposes only. The Website is designed to provide general guidance on emergency preparedness and should not be considered professional advice.

No Professional Advice

The content on this Website does not constitute:

  • Professional emergency management advice
  • Medical or health advice
  • Legal advice
  • Financial advice
  • Engineering or safety certification

For specific concerns, consult with appropriate professionals in your area.

Calculator Accuracy

Our calculators provide estimates based on general guidelines from sources including FEMA, the American Red Cross, and other authoritative organizations. However:

  • Results are approximations and may not account for your specific circumstances
  • Individual needs may vary based on health conditions, climate, location, and other factors
  • Calculations are based on general recommendations that may not apply to all situations
  • You should verify recommendations with local emergency management authorities

No Guarantee of Safety

Following the recommendations on this Website does not guarantee safety during an emergency. Emergency situations are inherently unpredictable, and outcomes depend on many factors beyond the scope of general preparedness guidance.

User Responsibility

You are responsible for:

  • Evaluating the appropriateness of any information for your specific situation
  • Making your own decisions about emergency preparedness
  • Consulting with professionals when appropriate
  • Following local laws and regulations regarding emergency preparedness, storage of supplies, and related matters
  • Maintaining and updating your emergency supplies appropriately

Intellectual Property

All content on this Website, including text, graphics, logos, and software, is the property of DisasterPrepCalc or its content suppliers and is protected by intellectual property laws.

You may:

  • View and use the Website for personal, non-commercial purposes
  • Share links to our content
  • Print calculator results for personal use

You may not:

  • Reproduce, distribute, or create derivative works without permission
  • Use our content for commercial purposes without authorization
  • Remove or alter any proprietary notices

Third-Party Links

This Website may contain links to third-party websites. These links are provided for convenience and do not imply endorsement. We are not responsible for the content or practices of linked websites.

Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, DisasterPrepCalc and its operators shall not be liable for any:

  • Direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages arising from your use of the Website
  • Errors or omissions in the content
  • Personal injury or property damage related to your use of information from this Website
  • Unauthorized access to or alteration of your data
  • Any matter relating to the Website

Disclaimer of Warranties

The Website is provided "as is" and "as available" without warranties of any kind, either express or implied, including but not limited to:

  • Warranties of merchantability
  • Fitness for a particular purpose
  • Non-infringement
  • Accuracy or completeness of information

Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless DisasterPrepCalc and its operators from any claims, damages, or expenses arising from your use of the Website or violation of these Terms.

Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting. Your continued use of the Website constitutes acceptance of modified Terms.

Governing Law

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

Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable, the remaining provisions will continue in full force and effect.

Contact

For questions about these Terms of Use, please contact us.