Terms of Service

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing and using EtG Calculator (etg-calculator.org), you accept and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service. If you do not agree to these terms, please do not use our website or services.

These terms apply to all visitors, users, and others who access or use our services. Your continued use of the website following any changes to these terms constitutes acceptance of those changes.

2. Service Description

EtG Calculator provides free online tools and educational content related to alcohol detection times and EtG (Ethyl Glucuronide) testing. Our services include:

• Online Calculators: Tools to estimate EtG detection times based on user-provided inputs
• Interactive Charts: Visual representations of EtG levels over time
• Educational Content: Articles, guides, and resources about EtG testing and alcohol metabolism
• Reference Materials: Standard drink guides, calculation formulas, and detection time information

All services are provided free of charge for educational and informational purposes only.

3. User Obligations

By using our services, you agree to:

3.1 Appropriate Use

• Use the website and tools for lawful purposes only
• Provide accurate information when using calculators
• Not attempt to circumvent security measures or access restricted areas
• Not use automated systems (bots, scrapers) to access our services without permission
• Not interfere with or disrupt the website's functionality

3.2 Prohibited Activities

You may not:

• Use our tools to evade legal alcohol testing requirements
• Misrepresent calculator results as medical or legal advice
• Copy, modify, or distribute our content without permission
• Attempt to reverse engineer our calculation algorithms
• Use our services for commercial purposes without authorization
• Post or transmit malicious code, viruses, or harmful content
• Impersonate EtG Calculator or claim affiliation without permission

3.3 Compliance

You are responsible for complying with all applicable laws and regulations in your jurisdiction when using our services. This includes laws related to alcohol consumption, testing, and monitoring.

4. Service Limitations

4.1 Availability

We strive to maintain continuous service availability, but we do not guarantee that:

• The website will be available at all times without interruption
• The website will be error-free or free from bugs
• Defects will be corrected immediately
• The website will be compatible with all devices and browsers

We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue any part of our services at any time without prior notice.

4.2 Accuracy Limitations

Our calculators provide estimates only. Actual EtG test results can vary significantly due to:

• Individual metabolic differences
• Testing method variations
• Laboratory procedures and equipment
• Timing and sample collection factors
• Health conditions and medications
• Hydration levels and other physiological factors

Calculator results should not be relied upon as guarantees or predictions of actual test outcomes.

4.3 Usage Limits

We may impose reasonable limits on service usage to ensure fair access for all users and protect our infrastructure. Excessive or abusive usage may result in temporary or permanent access restrictions.

5. Disclaimer of Warranties

5.1 No Medical or Legal Advice

Our services do not constitute medical, legal, or professional advice. We are not:

• A medical provider or healthcare professional
• A legal advisor or law firm
• An addiction treatment or counseling service
• A testing laboratory or certification authority

You should consult qualified professionals for personalized medical, legal, or addiction counseling advice.

5.2 No Guarantees

We make no guarantees or warranties regarding:

• The accuracy, completeness, or reliability of calculator results
• The suitability of our tools for any particular purpose
• The outcomes of alcohol tests based on our estimates
• The timeliness or currency of information provided
• The absence of errors, bugs, or security vulnerabilities

5.3 User Responsibility

You acknowledge and agree that:

• You use our services at your own risk
• You are solely responsible for decisions based on calculator results
• You should verify information with qualified professionals
• You should build in safety margins before scheduled tests
• The only guaranteed way to pass an alcohol test is complete abstinence

6. Limitation of Liability

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

• Direct Damages: Failed alcohol tests, legal consequences, employment issues, or other direct losses
• Indirect Damages: Lost income, emotional distress, reputational harm, or consequential damages
• Service Interruptions: Unavailability, downtime, data loss, or technical failures
• Third-Party Actions: Actions taken by testing facilities, employers, courts, or other entities based on our information
• User Errors: Incorrect inputs, misinterpretation of results, or misuse of tools

Maximum Liability: In any event, our total liability to you for all claims arising from your use of our services shall not exceed the amount you paid to use our services (which is $0, as our services are free).

7. Intellectual Property

All content on EtG Calculator, including text, graphics, logos, code, and tools, is owned by or licensed to us and protected by copyright and other intellectual property laws.

7.1 Limited License

We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to:

• Access and use our website for personal, non-commercial purposes
• Use our calculators and tools for your own calculations
• Share links to our content on social media or other platforms

7.2 Restrictions

You may not:

• Copy, reproduce, or redistribute our content without permission
• Create derivative works based on our tools or content
• Remove copyright notices or attribution
• Use our content for commercial purposes without authorization

8. Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms of Service at any time. When we make changes:

• We will update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page
• Significant changes will be announced through a prominent notice on our website
• Your continued use after changes constitutes acceptance of the new terms

We encourage you to review these terms periodically to stay informed of any updates.

9. Termination

We reserve the right to:

• Terminate or suspend your access to our services at any time, with or without notice
• Remove or disable access to any content that violates these terms
• Take legal action against users who violate these terms or applicable laws

You may stop using our services at any time. Upon termination, your right to use our services immediately ceases.

10. Governing Law

These Terms of Service shall be governed by and construed in accordance with applicable international laws and regulations. Any disputes arising from these terms or your use of our services shall be resolved through good faith negotiation or appropriate legal channels.

Note: We do not specify a particular jurisdiction for dispute resolution. Users are encouraged to seek legal advice in their own jurisdiction regarding any disputes.

11. Severability

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

12. Contact Information

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

• Email: contact@etg-calculator.org
• Response Time: We typically respond within 2-3 business days

For legal inquiries, please include "Legal/Terms" in your email subject line.