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Terms of Service

Last Updated: January 2025

Welcome to AQI to Cigarettes Calculator. By accessing or using our website, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service. Please read them carefully.

Acceptance of Terms

By accessing and using this website (aqitocigarettes.com), 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.

Description of Service

AQI to Cigarettes Calculator provides a free online tool that converts Air Quality Index (AQI) values into cigarette equivalents based on published scientific research. The service is provided "as is" for educational and informational purposes.

Use of the Service

Permitted Use

You may use our service for:

  • Personal, non-commercial purposes
  • Educational purposes
  • Sharing results with others for informational purposes

Prohibited Use

You agree not to:

  • Use the service for any unlawful purpose
  • Attempt to interfere with the proper functioning of the website
  • Copy, modify, or distribute our content without permission
  • Use automated systems to access the service in a manner that sends more requests than a human can reasonably produce
  • Misrepresent the results or our service

Disclaimer of Warranties

Educational Purpose Only

The AQI to Cigarettes Calculator is provided for educational and informational purposes only. It is not intended to provide medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment recommendations.

No Medical Advice

The information provided by our calculator:

  • Should not be used as a substitute for professional medical advice
  • Does not constitute a doctor-patient relationship
  • Should not be the basis for any health-related decisions without consulting a healthcare professional

Accuracy of Information

While we strive to provide accurate calculations based on peer-reviewed research:

  • We make no warranties regarding the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of the results
  • Scientific understanding evolves, and our calculations are based on current research
  • Individual health impacts may vary significantly

Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law:

  • We are not liable for any damages arising from the use of our service
  • We are not responsible for any health decisions made based on our calculator's results
  • We disclaim all liability for any errors or omissions in the content

This includes but is not limited to:

  • Direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages
  • Loss of data or profits
  • Personal injury or property damage

Intellectual Property

Our Content

All content on this website, including but not limited to:

  • Text, graphics, logos, and images
  • Software and code
  • Design and layout

is owned by us or our licensors and is protected by copyright and other intellectual property laws.

Your Use

You may not:

  • Reproduce, distribute, or create derivative works from our content
  • Use our trademarks or branding without permission
  • Remove any copyright or proprietary notices

Third-Party Content

Our website may contain links to third-party websites or content. We are not responsible for the content, accuracy, or practices of these external sites.

Scientific Attribution

Our calculations are based on research from Berkeley Earth and use EPA standards for AQI conversion. We acknowledge and respect the intellectual contributions of these organizations to air quality science.

Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless AQI to Cigarettes Calculator and its operators from any claims, damages, or expenses arising from:

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

Changes to the Service

We reserve the right to:

  • Modify or discontinue the service at any time
  • Change these Terms of Service
  • Update our calculation methods as new research becomes available

We will make reasonable efforts to notify users of significant changes.

Governing Law

These Terms of Service shall be governed by and construed in accordance with applicable laws, without regard to conflict of law principles.

Severability

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

Contact Information

If you have questions about these Terms of Service, please contact us through our website.

Acknowledgment

By using AQI to Cigarettes Calculator, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service.

These Terms of Service are provided in English. Your continued use of the website constitutes acceptance of these terms.