Terms of Service

Agreement to Terms

By accessing and using Free BMI Calculator (freeonlinebmicalculator.org), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service. If you disagree with any part of these terms, please don't use our website.

These terms apply to all visitors, users, and anyone who accesses our service. We reserve the right to update these terms at any time, and we'll post changes on this page with an updated revision date.

What We Provide

Free BMI Calculator provides:

• Free online BMI calculation tools
• Educational content about body mass index and health
• Informational guides about weight categories and health implications
• Resources to help people understand BMI as a health screening tool

Everything on this site is provided completely free of charge. We don't sell products or services, and we don't require payment or subscriptions for any features.

Medical Disclaimer - READ THIS CAREFULLY

This is the most important section of these terms:

Specifically:

• This is not medical advice. Nothing on this website should be interpreted as medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment recommendations.
• Don't make medical decisions based solely on BMI. BMI is a screening tool, not a diagnostic tool. Your doctor needs to evaluate your overall health.
• See a real doctor. If you have health concerns, weight-related issues, or are considering significant lifestyle changes, consult with qualified healthcare professionals.
• Emergency situations. If you have a medical emergency, call emergency services immediately. Don't rely on information from our website.
• Individual variation. Everyone's body and health situation is unique. What's healthy for one person might not be healthy for you.

By using this website, you acknowledge that you understand BMI calculators and health information are general educational tools, not substitutes for professional medical care.

Accuracy of Information

We strive to provide accurate, up-to-date information based on recognized health guidelines from organizations like the WHO and CDC. However:

• Health science evolves, and recommendations change over time
• We're human and mistakes can happen
• BMI calculations are mathematical approximations, not perfect health measurements
• Our content provides general information that may not apply to your specific situation

We make no warranties about the completeness, reliability, or accuracy of the information on this site. If you find errors or outdated information, please let us know so we can fix them.

Use of Our Calculator Tools

Our BMI calculators are provided as-is for your personal, non-commercial use. When using them:

• Results are estimates. BMI calculations are mathematical formulas that don't account for individual factors like muscle mass, bone density, or health conditions.
• For screening only. Use BMI as one data point among many, not as a definitive measure of health.
• Enter accurate information. Garbage in, garbage out - if you enter incorrect height or weight, you'll get incorrect BMI results.
• Don't obsess over the number. BMI is useful for population-level trends but has significant limitations for individuals.

Acceptable Use

You may use this website for lawful purposes only. You agree not to:

• Use the site in any way that violates local, state, national, or international law
• Attempt to hack, disrupt, or damage the website or its infrastructure
• Use automated systems (bots, scrapers) to access the site in ways that create unreasonable load
• Copy our content and present it as your own without attribution
• Use the site to promote or engage in any commercial activity without our permission
• Harass, abuse, or harm other users (though we don't have user accounts or forums)

We reserve the right to block access to anyone who violates these terms.

Intellectual Property

The content on this website - including text, graphics, logos, code, and design - is owned by Free BMI Calculator and protected by copyright laws.

What You Can Do

• Use our calculators for personal, non-commercial purposes
• Share links to our pages on social media or your website
• Quote small portions of our content with proper attribution
• Print pages for personal reference

What You Can't Do

• Copy our entire website or large portions of content
• Republish our content without permission
• Remove copyright notices or attribution
• Create derivative works based on our content for commercial purposes

If you want to use our content in ways not covered by fair use, contact us to request permission.

Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites for your convenience. We have no control over these sites and are not responsible for their content, privacy policies, or practices. Clicking on external links is at your own risk.

Including a link doesn't mean we endorse that website or its content. Always review the terms and privacy policies of any site you visit.

Disclaimer of Warranties

This website and all its content are provided "AS IS" and "AS AVAILABLE" without warranties of any kind, either express or implied, including but not limited to:

• Warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose
• Warranties that the site will be uninterrupted or error-free
• Warranties that defects will be corrected
• Warranties regarding the accuracy, reliability, or completeness of content

We do our best to keep the site running smoothly, but we can't guarantee it will always be available or work perfectly. Websites go down sometimes, browsers have quirks, and unexpected technical issues happen.

Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Free BMI Calculator and its operators shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages arising from:

• Your use of or inability to use this website
• Any errors, inaccuracies, or omissions in the content
• Any decision you make based on information from this site
• Any interruption or cessation of the service
• Any viruses or malicious code (though we work hard to prevent this)
• Any third-party content or services accessed through our site

This includes, but is not limited to, any health outcomes or decisions made based on BMI calculations or information from this website.

Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Free BMI Calculator, its operators, and any affiliated parties from any claims, damages, losses, liabilities, and expenses (including legal fees) arising from:

• Your violation of these Terms of Service
• Your violation of any rights of another party
• Your use of the website

Changes to the Service

We reserve the right to:

• Modify or discontinue the website or any part of it at any time
• Change our calculators, features, or content
• Add or remove pages or functionality
• Implement fees for features that are currently free (though we'd notify you first)

We'll try not to make changes that negatively impact users, but we need the flexibility to improve and maintain the site as needed.

Governing Law

These Terms of Service are governed by the laws of the jurisdiction where Free BMI Calculator operates, without regard to conflict of law principles.

Any disputes arising from these terms or your use of the website will be resolved in the appropriate courts of that jurisdiction.

Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable or invalid, that provision will be limited or eliminated to the minimum extent necessary, and the remaining provisions will remain in full force and effect.

Contact Information

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

Email: contact@freeonlinebmicalculator.org

The Plain English Summary

Legal terms can be confusing, so here's the simple version:

• We're not doctors. This is educational information, not medical advice. See a real doctor for health decisions.
• Use common sense. BMI is one screening tool among many. Don't base major life decisions on it alone.
• Free means free. We don't charge for anything on this site, and we don't plan to.
• Be respectful. Don't try to break our site or use it for anything illegal.
• Things can change. We might update the site, these terms, or our features over time.
• We're not responsible if you make bad decisions. Use our tools wisely and in combination with professional advice.

By using this site, you're agreeing to all of the above. If that sounds unreasonable to you, please don't use our website.