Terms of Use

Last updated: January 2025

Acceptance of Terms

By accessing and using the Calorie Deficit Calculator website and services, you accept and agree to be bound by the terms and provision of this agreement. If you do not agree to abide by the above, please do not use this service.

Description of Service

Our service provides a free online calculator that estimates daily calorie needs based on the Mifflin-St Jeor equation. The calculator is designed for informational and educational purposes only and should not be considered as medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.

Medical Disclaimer

IMPORTANT: The information provided by our calculator is for general informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. You should:

  • Consult with a healthcare professional before making significant dietary changes
  • Not rely solely on our calculator for medical decisions
  • Understand that individual results may vary significantly
  • Seek professional guidance for specific health conditions

Accuracy of Information

While we strive to provide accurate calculations based on established scientific formulas, we make no warranties about the completeness, reliability, or accuracy of the information. The calculator provides estimates that may not be suitable for all individuals. Metabolic rates can vary significantly between people due to various factors not accounted for in standard equations.

User Responsibilities

By using our service, you agree to:

  • Use the calculator for personal, non-commercial purposes only
  • Provide accurate information for calculations
  • Not attempt to reverse engineer or copy our calculator code
  • Not use the service for any illegal or unauthorized purpose
  • Understand the limitations of the provided estimates

Limitation of Liability

In no event shall Calorie Deficit Calculator, its operators, or contributors be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising out of your use of, or inability to use, the service. This includes but is not limited to damages for loss of profits, goodwill, use, data, or other intangible losses.

No Warranty

The service is provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis. We make no representations or warranties of any kind, express or implied, as to the operation of the service or the information, content, materials, or products included on this site.

Intellectual Property

The content, design, and functionality of this website are protected by copyright and other intellectual property laws. You may not reproduce, distribute, or create derivative works from our content without explicit permission.

Privacy

Your privacy is important to us. Please review our Privacy Policy, which also governs your use of the service, to understand our practices regarding the collection and use of information.

Modifications to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these terms at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting on this page. Your continued use of the service after any such changes constitutes your acceptance of the new terms.

Termination

We may terminate or suspend access to our service immediately, without prior notice or liability, for any reason whatsoever, including without limitation if you breach the Terms.

Governing Law

These terms shall be interpreted and governed in accordance with the laws of the jurisdiction in which our service operates, without regard to conflict of law provisions.

Contact Information

If you have any questions about these Terms of Use, please contact us through our contact form.