Terms of Service

Understanding your rights and responsibilities when using Gymzyfy's health and fitness calculators.

Last Updated: December 2024

Table of Contents

  1. 1. Acceptance of Terms
  2. 2. Description of Services
  3. 3. Medical Disclaimer
  4. 4. User Responsibilities
  5. 5. Limitations of Liability
  6. 6. Intellectual Property
  7. 7. Privacy and Data Protection
  8. 8. Prohibited Use
  9. 9. Modifications to Terms

IMPORTANT MEDICAL DISCLAIMER

NOT A SUBSTITUTE FOR PROFESSIONAL MEDICAL ADVICE. Our calculators are educational tools only and should never replace consultation with qualified healthcare professionals. Always seek medical advice for health decisions.

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using Gymzyfy's website and calculators ("Services"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service ("Terms"). If you do not agree to all terms and conditions, please do not use our Services.

What Constitutes Acceptance:

  • Website Access: Simply visiting our website constitutes acceptance
  • Calculator Usage: Using any of our health calculators indicates agreement
  • Continued Use: Ongoing use after term updates indicates acceptance of changes
  • Age Requirements: Users must be 13+ or have parental consent

No Registration Required

You can use our calculators without creating an account. These terms apply to all users, registered or anonymous, who access our Services.

2. Description of Services

Gymzyfy provides free, web-based health and fitness calculators designed for educational and informational purposes. Our Services include:

BMR Calculator
Calculate Basal Metabolic Rate using scientifically validated formulas
BMI Calculator
Determine Body Mass Index and health status indicators
TDEE Calculator
Calculate Total Daily Energy Expenditure for nutrition planning
Macro Calculator
Determine optimal macronutrient distribution for your goals

Service Characteristics:

  • Free of Charge: All calculators are provided at no cost
  • Client-Side Processing: Calculations performed in your browser
  • No Registration: Anonymous usage without account creation
  • Educational Purpose: Designed for learning and general guidance
  • Multiple Formulas: Various calculation methods for accuracy
Service Evolution: We continuously improve our calculators based on user feedback and advances in health science research.

3. Medical Disclaimer

CRITICAL DISCLAIMER

Gymzyfy's calculators are NOT medical devices and do NOT provide medical advice. Results should never be used as the sole basis for health decisions.

Important Limitations:

  • Educational Only: All tools are for informational and educational purposes
  • Not Diagnostic: Cannot diagnose medical conditions or health issues
  • Not Treatment: Cannot recommend specific treatments or interventions
  • Individual Variation: Results may not account for personal health factors
  • Formula Limitations: Mathematical models have inherent limitations

Professional Consultation Required For:

Seek Medical Advice

  • Starting any new diet or exercise program
  • Managing existing health conditions (diabetes, heart disease, etc.)
  • Taking medications that affect metabolism
  • Pregnancy, breastfeeding, or planning pregnancy
  • Eating disorders or history of disordered eating
  • Significant weight loss or gain goals
  • Any concerns about calculator results
  • Unusual or unexpected calculation outcomes

Population-Specific Considerations:

  • Children & Adolescents: Growth affects metabolic calculations
  • Elderly Users: Age-related metabolic changes require medical oversight
  • Athletes: High activity levels may require specialized assessment
  • Medical Conditions: Chronic diseases affect metabolic accuracy

Our Commitment

While we use scientifically validated formulas and regularly update our algorithms, we cannot guarantee the accuracy of results for individual circumstances. Always prioritize professional medical guidance over calculator results.

4. User Responsibilities

As a user of Gymzyfy's Services, you agree to use our calculators responsibly and ethically:

Responsible Use Guidelines:

  1. Accurate Information: Provide truthful data for meaningful results
  2. Age Appropriateness: Ensure use is appropriate for your age group
  3. Medical Consultation: Consult healthcare providers when appropriate
  4. Critical Thinking: Evaluate results in context of your situation
  5. Reasonable Expectations: Understand calculator limitations

Data Input Responsibilities:

  • Accuracy: Enter correct weight, height, and age information
  • Units: Ensure proper unit selection (metric vs imperial)
  • Activity Level: Honestly assess your physical activity
  • Goals: Set realistic and healthy objectives

Interpretation Responsibilities:

  • Context: Consider results within your personal health context
  • Trends: Focus on patterns rather than single calculations
  • Professional Input: Seek expert interpretation when needed
  • Safety First: Prioritize health and safety over calculator results
Responsible Decision Making: You are solely responsible for decisions made based on calculator results. We encourage informed, cautious, and medically-supervised approaches to health and fitness changes.

Prohibited User Actions:

  • Using calculators for commercial medical practice without proper licensing
  • Redistributing calculator results as professional medical advice
  • Attempting to reverse-engineer or copy our calculation algorithms
  • Using our Services for harmful or illegal purposes
  • Manipulating or tampering with calculator functionality

5. Limitations of Liability

LIABILITY DISCLAIMER

TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, Gymzyfy disclaims all liability for any damages arising from the use of our calculators, including but not limited to health complications, financial losses, or personal injuries.

Scope of Liability Limitations:

  • Health Outcomes: We are not liable for health decisions based on calculator results
  • Medical Expenses: Not responsible for costs related to health outcomes
  • Accuracy Limitations: No guarantee of calculation precision for individual cases
  • Third-Party Actions: Not liable for healthcare provider decisions influenced by our tools
  • Data Loss: Not responsible for loss of locally stored preferences or data

Types of Damages Excluded:

We Are Not Liable For

  • Direct Damages: Immediate consequences of calculator use
  • Indirect Damages: Secondary effects or complications
  • Consequential Damages: Long-term health or financial impacts
  • Punitive Damages: Damages intended to punish
  • Lost Profits: Business or financial opportunity losses
  • Emotional Distress: Psychological impact from calculator results

Service Availability:

  • Uptime: No guarantee of 100% service availability
  • Maintenance: Regular updates may cause temporary disruptions
  • Technical Issues: Not liable for browser compatibility problems
  • Third-Party Dependencies: CDN or hosting service interruptions

Maximum Liability Cap:

In jurisdictions where liability cannot be completely disclaimed, our maximum liability for any claim is limited to $50 USD or the amount you paid for our services (which is $0 for free tools), whichever is greater.

Risk Assumption

By using our calculators, you acknowledge that you understand the inherent risks and limitations of health calculation tools and assume full responsibility for decisions made based on the results.

6. Intellectual Property Rights

Gymzyfy's website, calculators, and content are protected by intellectual property laws. Understanding these rights helps ensure proper and legal use of our Services.

Our Intellectual Property Includes:

  • Website Design: Layout, styling, and user interface elements
  • Calculator Code: JavaScript algorithms and calculation logic
  • Content: Educational materials, explanations, and documentation
  • Branding: Gymzyfy name, logos, and visual identity
  • User Experience: Workflow design and interaction patterns

Permitted Uses:

Personal Use
Use calculators for your own health and fitness planning
Educational Use
Reference in academic or educational contexts with attribution
Link Sharing
Share links to our calculators with others

Prohibited Uses:

  • Commercial Redistribution: Selling access to our calculators
  • Code Copying: Reproducing our calculation algorithms
  • Brand Misuse: Using Gymzyfy branding without permission
  • Competitive Tools: Creating competing services using our IP
  • Modification: Altering or reverse-engineering our code

Third-Party Content:

  • Bootstrap: Used under MIT License for UI components
  • Font Awesome: Icons used under appropriate licensing
  • Scientific Formulas: Based on published research (public domain)
  • CDN Services: External libraries used according to their terms
Fair Use: Limited excerpts may qualify for fair use under copyright law, but commercial use typically requires permission. Contact us for licensing inquiries.

7. Privacy and Data Protection

Our approach to privacy is detailed in our comprehensive Privacy Policy. Here's a summary of key points relevant to these Terms of Service:

Data Collection Principles:

  • Minimal Collection: We collect no personal health information
  • Client-Side Processing: All calculations happen in your browser
  • Anonymous Usage: No registration or personal identification required
  • Local Storage: Preferences stored only on your device

Your Data Rights:

  • Right to Privacy: Use calculators without providing personal data
  • Right to Control: Manage local storage and browser settings
  • Right to Opt-Out: Disable analytics through browser settings
  • Right to Information: Full transparency about our practices

Zero Health Data Storage

We cannot access, store, or share your weight, height, age, or calculation results because this information never leaves your browser. This architecture ensures maximum privacy protection.

Third-Party Services:

  • Google Analytics: Anonymous usage statistics (optional)
  • CDN Providers: Static resource delivery only
  • Hosting Services: Standard web hosting without personal data

For complete details: Please review our Privacy Policy for comprehensive information about our data practices.

8. Prohibited Use and Conduct

To maintain the integrity and safety of our Services, the following activities are strictly prohibited:

Medical and Professional Misuse:

Strictly Prohibited

  • Medical Practice: Using our tools as part of professional medical diagnosis
  • Clinical Settings: Incorporating calculators into patient care without proper oversight
  • Treatment Decisions: Basing medical treatments solely on our calculations
  • Professional Advice: Representing calculator results as professional medical opinions
  • Unlicensed Practice: Using tools to practice medicine without proper credentials

Technical Misuse:

  • Code Exploitation: Attempting to access or modify underlying algorithms
  • System Disruption: Actions that interfere with calculator functionality
  • Automated Abuse: Excessive automated requests or scraping
  • Security Bypass: Circumventing any security measures
  • Reverse Engineering: Attempting to discover proprietary calculation methods

Commercial Violations:

  • Unauthorized Sales: Selling access to our free calculators
  • Brand Impersonation: Misrepresenting affiliation with Gymzyfy
  • Competitive Copying: Creating derivative tools using our IP
  • Commercial Redistribution: Repackaging our tools for profit

Harmful Activities:

  • Promoting Eating Disorders: Using tools to support unhealthy weight practices
  • Dangerous Recommendations: Sharing extreme or harmful calculation-based advice
  • Misinformation: Misrepresenting calculator accuracy or capabilities
  • Vulnerable Populations: Targeting children or at-risk individuals inappropriately
Enforcement: Violations may result in access restrictions, legal action, or cooperation with authorities as appropriate to protect our users and services.

9. Modifications to Terms of Service

We may update these Terms of Service to reflect changes in our services, legal requirements, or business practices. Here's how we handle modifications:

Update Process:

  1. Advance Notice: Major changes announced 30 days before implementation
  2. Clear Communication: Updates explained in plain language
  3. Version Control: Maintained changelog of all modifications
  4. Public Access: Previous versions available for reference

What Triggers Updates:

  • Legal Changes: New regulations or court decisions
  • Service Evolution: New features or calculator additions
  • User Feedback: Clarifications based on user questions
  • Industry Standards: Updates to medical or scientific guidelines
  • Security Enhancements: Improved protection measures

Your Options When Terms Change:

Accept Changes
Continue using services under updated terms
Discontinue Use
Stop using services if you disagree with changes
Provide Feedback
Share concerns or suggestions about proposed changes

Terms Version History:

Version Date Major Changes
2.0 December 2024 Comprehensive terms with enhanced medical disclaimers
1.2 October 2024 Added intellectual property clarifications
1.1 June 2024 Enhanced liability limitations and user responsibilities
1.0 January 2024 Initial terms of service

Stay Informed

We recommend bookmarking this page and checking periodically for updates. Significant changes will be prominently displayed on our website and may include notification banners.

Acknowledgment and Agreement

BY USING GYMZYFY'S SERVICES

You acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service. You understand the limitations of our calculators and accept full responsibility for decisions made based on the results.

Remember: Our calculators are educational tools, not medical devices. Always consult healthcare professionals for medical decisions.

Quick Reference

Document: Terms of Service v2.0

Effective Date: December 1, 2024

Last Updated: December 1, 2024

Contact: legal@gymzyfy.com

Website: https://gymzyfy.com

Questions About These Terms?

We're committed to clarity and transparency. If you have questions about these Terms of Service, your rights, or our calculators, we're here to help.

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