Terms of Service

Last Updated: February 5, 2026

1. Acceptance of Terms

These Terms of Service ("Terms") constitute a legally binding agreement between you ("User," "you," or "your") and HowManyWatts.org ("we," "us," or "our") governing your access to and use of the website at howmanywatts.org (the "Site"), including all content, functionality, and services offered on or through the Site.

By accessing or using the Site, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms and our Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with these Terms, you must immediately discontinue use of the Site.

2. Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify, amend, or update these Terms at any time without prior notice. Changes will become effective immediately upon posting to the Site with a revised "Last Updated" date. Your continued use of the Site after any changes constitutes your acceptance of the modified Terms.

We encourage you to review these Terms periodically to stay informed of any updates. Material changes may be highlighted on our homepage or communicated via email if you have subscribed to our notifications.

3. Use of the Site

3.1 Eligibility

You must be at least 13 years of age to use the Site. By using the Site, you represent and warrant that you meet this age requirement and have the legal capacity to enter into these Terms.

3.2 License to Use

Subject to your compliance with these Terms, we grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to access and use the Site for personal, non-commercial purposes. This license does not include any right to:

• Resell, redistribute, or commercially exploit the Site or its content
• Modify, copy, or create derivative works based on the Site
• Use automated systems (bots, scrapers, crawlers) to access the Site without our express written permission
• Remove or alter any copyright, trademark, or proprietary notices

3.3 Prohibited Conduct

You agree not to engage in any of the following prohibited activities:

• Violating any applicable local, state, national, or international law or regulation
• Infringing upon or violating our intellectual property rights or the rights of others
• Transmitting any harmful code, viruses, malware, or other malicious software
• Attempting to gain unauthorized access to the Site, servers, or networks
• Interfering with or disrupting the Site's functionality or security
• Impersonating any person or entity or falsely representing your affiliation
• Collecting or harvesting personal information from other users
• Using the Site to transmit spam, unsolicited advertising, or promotional materials
• Engaging in any conduct that restricts or inhibits anyone's use or enjoyment of the Site

4. Intellectual Property Rights

4.1 Ownership

All content on the Site, including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, images, articles, data compilations, software, and the overall design, is owned by HowManyWatts.org or its licensors and is protected by United States and international copyright, trademark, patent, and other intellectual property laws.

4.2 Trademarks

The name "HowManyWatts.org," our logo, and all related names, logos, product and service names, designs, and slogans are trademarks of HowManyWatts.org. You may not use these marks without our prior written permission.

4.3 Limited Use Rights

You may download, print, or share individual articles or pages from the Site for personal, non-commercial use, provided you:

• Retain all copyright and proprietary notices
• Do not modify the content
• Provide proper attribution and link back to the original source on HowManyWatts.org

5. User-Generated Content

5.1 Submission of Content

The Site may allow you to submit comments, feedback, questions, or other content ("User Content"). By submitting User Content, you grant us a worldwide, perpetual, irrevocable, royalty-free, transferable license to use, reproduce, modify, adapt, publish, translate, distribute, and display such content in any media.

5.2 Responsibility for User Content

You are solely responsible for your User Content and the consequences of posting or publishing it. You represent and warrant that you own or have the necessary rights to submit the User Content and that it does not violate any third-party rights or applicable laws.

5.3 Prohibited User Content

You agree not to submit User Content that is:

• Defamatory, obscene, pornographic, vulgar, or offensive
• Infringing on any intellectual property or proprietary rights
• Harmful, threatening, abusive, or harassing
• False, misleading, or fraudulent
• Spam, advertising, or promotional material

5.4 Moderation and Removal

We reserve the right, but are not obligated, to monitor, review, edit, or remove any User Content at our sole discretion, without notice, for any reason, including if we believe it violates these Terms.

6. Accuracy of Information

6.1 Informational Purpose

The content on HowManyWatts.org is provided for general informational and educational purposes only. While we strive to provide accurate and up-to-date information on appliance power consumption, energy costs, and related topics, we make no representations or warranties of any kind, express or implied, about the completeness, accuracy, reliability, suitability, or availability of the information.

6.2 No Professional Advice

The information on the Site does not constitute professional electrical, financial, legal, or other advice. You should not rely solely on the information provided on the Site for making decisions regarding electrical installations, generator purchases, solar system sizing, or financial planning. Always consult with qualified professionals (licensed electricians, financial advisors, etc.) before making significant decisions.

6.3 Third-Party Data

We may reference data from third-party sources, including the U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA), Department of Energy (DOE), and Energy Star. While we believe these sources to be reliable, we are not responsible for the accuracy or timeliness of third-party data.

7. External Links

The Site may contain links to third-party websites, products, or services that are not owned or controlled by HowManyWatts.org. We have no control over, and assume no responsibility for, the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party websites or services.

We do not endorse or make any representations about third-party websites or their content. Your interactions with third-party websites are solely between you and the third party. We encourage you to review the terms and privacy policies of any third-party websites you visit.

8. Advertising and Monetization

The Site displays third-party advertisements, including Google AdSense ads, to support our operations. We do not control the content of these advertisements and are not responsible for the products, services, or websites advertised.

Advertisers and advertising networks may use cookies and other tracking technologies to collect information about your browsing activity. Please review our Privacy Policy for more information on how advertising works on our Site.

9. Disclaimer of Warranties

THE SITE AND ALL CONTENT, MATERIALS, INFORMATION, AND SERVICES PROVIDED ON OR THROUGH THE SITE ARE PROVIDED ON AN "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" BASIS WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED.

TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, WE DISCLAIM ALL WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, AND NON-INFRINGEMENT. WE DO NOT WARRANT THAT:

• The Site will be uninterrupted, secure, or error-free
• Defects will be corrected
• The Site or the servers that make it available are free of viruses or other harmful components
• The results obtained from using the Site will be accurate or reliable

10. Limitation of Liability

TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, IN NO EVENT SHALL HOWMANYWATTS.ORG, ITS AFFILIATES, LICENSORS, SERVICE PROVIDERS, EMPLOYEES, AGENTS, OFFICERS, OR DIRECTORS BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO LOSS OF PROFITS, DATA, USE, GOODWILL, OR OTHER INTANGIBLE LOSSES, RESULTING FROM:

• Your access to or use of (or inability to access or use) the Site
• Any conduct or content of any third party on the Site
• Any content obtained from the Site
• Unauthorized access, use, or alteration of your transmissions or content

IN NO EVENT SHALL OUR TOTAL LIABILITY TO YOU FOR ALL CLAIMS RELATED TO THE SITE EXCEED ONE HUNDRED DOLLARS ($100) OR THE AMOUNT YOU PAID US IN THE PAST TWELVE MONTHS, WHICHEVER IS GREATER.

11. Indemnification

You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless HowManyWatts.org and its affiliates, licensors, employees, agents, officers, and directors from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, judgments, awards, losses, costs, expenses, or fees (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising out of or relating to:

• Your violation of these Terms
• Your use of the Site
• Your User Content
• Your violation of any third-party rights, including intellectual property rights

12. Termination

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your access to the Site, without notice or liability, for any reason, including if we believe you have violated these Terms. Upon termination, your right to use the Site will immediately cease.

All provisions of these Terms that by their nature should survive termination shall survive, including but not limited to ownership provisions, warranty disclaimers, indemnification, and limitations of liability.

13. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution

13.1 Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the United States and the State of Nevada, without regard to its conflict of law provisions.

13.2 Dispute Resolution

Any dispute arising out of or relating to these Terms or the Site shall be resolved through binding arbitration in accordance with the rules of the American Arbitration Association. The arbitration shall take place in Nevada, and judgment on the award may be entered in any court having jurisdiction.

13.3 Class Action Waiver

You agree that any arbitration or proceeding shall be limited to the dispute between you and us individually. To the fullest extent permitted by law, no arbitration or proceeding shall be joined with any other, no dispute shall be arbitrated on a class-action basis, and you waive any right to participate in a class-action lawsuit or class-wide arbitration.

14. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect. The invalid provision shall be modified to the minimum extent necessary to make it valid and enforceable.

15. Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy and any other policies or guidelines posted on the Site, constitute the entire agreement between you and HowManyWatts.org regarding your use of the Site and supersede all prior agreements and understandings.

16. Waiver

Our failure to enforce any right or provision of these Terms will not be deemed a waiver of such right or provision. A waiver of any term shall not be deemed a continuing waiver of such term or any other term.

17. Contact Information

If you have any questions, concerns, or feedback regarding these Terms of Service, please contact us at:

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