Terms of Service

Last Updated: January 2025

Welcome to BMI Health Guide. By accessing and using this website, you accept and agree to be bound by the terms and conditions of this agreement. Please read these Terms of Service carefully before using our website.

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing and using BMI Health Guide (the "Website"), you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service and our Privacy Policy. We reserve the right to modify these terms at any time without prior notice.

2. Description of Service

BMI Health Guide provides:

• A free online Body Mass Index (BMI) calculator
• Educational information about BMI and health
• Health and wellness tips
• General health-related content

3. Medical Disclaimer

You acknowledge and agree that:

• The BMI calculator provides general information only and is not medical advice
• BMI is a screening tool with known limitations
• Results should not be used for self-diagnosis or treatment
• You should always seek the advice of qualified healthcare professionals
• Never disregard professional medical advice or delay seeking it because of information on this website
• In case of a medical emergency, call your doctor or emergency services immediately

4. No Healthcare Provider-Patient Relationship

Use of this website does not create a healthcare provider-patient relationship between you and BMI Health Guide or its operators. We are not medical professionals, and this website does not provide medical services.

5. Accuracy of Information

While we strive to provide accurate and up-to-date information:

• We make no representations or warranties about the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of any information on this website
• Information may be updated or changed at any time without notice
• We are not responsible for errors or omissions in the content
• Health information changes rapidly; always verify information with current medical sources

6. Use of Calculator

Regarding the BMI calculator:

• Calculations are performed locally in your browser
• We do not store or transmit your height, weight, or BMI data
• Results are based on standard BMI formulas but have limitations
• You are responsible for entering accurate information
• Calculator is provided "as is" without warranties of any kind

7. User Responsibilities

You agree to:

• Use the website only for lawful purposes
• Not attempt to gain unauthorized access to any part of the website
• Not transmit any harmful code, viruses, or malicious software
• Not use automated systems or software to extract data from the website
• Not misrepresent your identity or affiliation
• Consult healthcare professionals for medical decisions

8. Intellectual Property

All content on this website, including text, graphics, logos, and software, is the property of BMI Health Guide or its content suppliers and is protected by copyright laws. You may not:

• Copy, reproduce, or republish website content without permission
• Modify or create derivative works from the website
• Use content for commercial purposes without authorization
• Remove copyright or proprietary notices

9. Third-Party Links and Services

This website may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for:

• The content, accuracy, or practices of third-party websites
• Products or services offered by third parties
• Privacy policies of external websites

Access to third-party sites is at your own risk.

10. Advertising

This website may display advertisements through third-party services such as Google AdSense. We are not responsible for the content of advertisements or the practices of advertisers.

11. Limitation of Liability

12. Disclaimer of Warranties

This 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 or fitness for a particular purpose
• Warranties of accuracy, completeness, or reliability
• Warranties that the website will be uninterrupted or error-free
• Warranties regarding security or freedom from viruses

13. Indemnification

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

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

14. Geographic Restrictions

This website is operated from the Netherlands. We make no representation that content is appropriate or available for use in other locations. Access from locations where content is illegal is prohibited.

15. Age Restrictions

This website is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect information from children under 13. If you are under 18, you should use this website with parental supervision.

16. Modifications to Service

We reserve the right to:

• Modify or discontinue any part of the website at any time
• Change these Terms of Service without notice
• Restrict access to certain features or the entire website

Continued use of the website after changes constitutes acceptance of modified terms.

17. Termination

We may terminate or suspend your access to the website immediately, without notice, for any reason, including violation of these Terms of Service.

18. Governing Law

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

19. Dispute Resolution

Any disputes arising from these terms or use of the website shall be resolved through binding arbitration, except where prohibited by law. You waive the right to participate in class action lawsuits.

20. Severability

If any provision of these Terms of Service is found to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.

21. Entire Agreement

These Terms of Service, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and BMI Health Guide regarding use of the website.

22. Contact Information

If you have questions about these Terms of Service, please visit our Contact page.