Terms of Service

Agreement to Terms

Welcome to ShoesConsultant.com. These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your access to and use of our website, tools, calculators, and services (collectively, the "Services"). By accessing or using our Services, you agree to be bound by these Terms and our Privacy Policy.

If you do not agree to these Terms, you must not access or use our Services.

We reserve the right to update or modify these Terms at any time without prior notice. Your continued use of the Services after any changes constitutes acceptance of the new Terms. We encourage you to review this page periodically for updates.

Use of Our Services

Permitted Use

ShoesConsultant.com provides free online tools and resources related to footwear sizing, care, selection, and management. You are permitted to:

• Use our calculators and tools for personal, non-commercial purposes
• Access our educational content and guides
• Share links to our website on social media or other platforms
• Reference our content with proper attribution to ShoesConsultant.com
• Print or save content for personal reference

Prohibited Use

You agree NOT to:

• Copy or reproduce: Scrape, copy, modify, or distribute our content, tools, or design without explicit written permission
• Commercial exploitation: Use our tools or content for commercial purposes without a licensing agreement
• Reverse engineer: Attempt to decompile, reverse engineer, or discover the source code of our calculators and tools
• Impersonate: Misrepresent your affiliation with ShoesConsultant.com or impersonate our brand
• Illegal activities: Use our Services for any unlawful purpose or in violation of any applicable laws
• Harm the site: Introduce viruses, malware, or any code designed to disrupt, damage, or limit functionality
• Overload servers: Use automated systems (bots, scrapers) to access our Services in ways that send more requests than a human could reasonably make
• Circumvent restrictions: Bypass any measures we use to prevent or restrict access to the Services

Tools and Calculators - Accuracy and Limitations

Educational Purpose

All tools, calculators, guides, and resources provided on ShoesConsultant.com are intended for informational and educational purposes only. They are designed to provide general guidance about footwear sizing, care, and selection based on industry standards and common practices.

No Professional Advice

Our Services do NOT constitute professional medical, health, or specialized fitting advice. The information provided should not be used as a substitute for:

• Professional shoe fitting services from qualified specialists
• Medical advice from podiatrists or orthopedic professionals regarding foot health conditions
• Specialized athletic or orthopedic footwear recommendations from trained professionals
• Custom orthotics or medical-grade footwear prescriptions

If you have specific foot health concerns, pain, or medical conditions affecting your feet, please consult a qualified healthcare professional before making footwear decisions.

Accuracy Disclaimer

While we strive to provide accurate and up-to-date information, we make NO WARRANTIES OR REPRESENTATIONS about:

• The accuracy, completeness, or reliability of our calculators and tools
• The suitability of our recommendations for your specific needs
• The precision of size conversions, which may vary by brand and manufacturer
• The outcomes of following our guides or using our tools

Shoe sizing standards vary significantly across brands, countries, and manufacturers. Our converters provide general estimates based on standard sizing charts, but actual fit may vary. We strongly recommend trying on shoes whenever possible and consulting brand-specific sizing guides.

User Responsibility

You acknowledge and agree that:

• You use our tools and follow our guidance at your own risk
• You are responsible for verifying information before making purchasing or other decisions
• You will not rely solely on our tools for critical decisions without independent verification
• Results from our calculators are estimates and may not reflect actual product specifications

Intellectual Property Rights

Our Content

All content on ShoesConsultant.com, including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, images, calculator code, design elements, and compilation of data, is the property of ShoesConsultant.com or its content suppliers and is protected by United States and international copyright laws.

Limited License

We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to access and use our Services for personal, non-commercial purposes. This license does not include:

• The right to use our content for commercial purposes without written permission
• The right to modify, adapt, or create derivative works
• The right to redistribute or resell our content or tools
• The right to remove or alter any copyright or proprietary notices

Trademarks

The ShoesConsultant name, logo, and all related names, logos, product and service names, designs, and slogans are trademarks of ShoesConsultant.com. You may not use such marks without our prior written permission.

User-Generated Content

If we enable features that allow you to submit content (comments, reviews, suggestions), you grant us a worldwide, non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use, reproduce, modify, and display such content in connection with operating and promoting our Services.

Third-Party Links and Services

Our Services may contain links to third-party websites, products, or services that are not owned or controlled by ShoesConsultant.com. These links are provided for your convenience and reference only.

We have no control over and assume no responsibility for:

• The content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party sites or services
• The accuracy or quality of products or information on linked sites
• Any harm or damages resulting from your use of third-party sites or services
• Transactions you conduct with third-party retailers or service providers

We strongly advise you to read the terms and conditions and privacy policies of any third-party sites or services that you visit. Links to third-party sites do not constitute an endorsement by ShoesConsultant.com.

Disclaimer of Warranties

TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, OUR SERVICES ARE PROVIDED ON AN "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" BASIS WITHOUT ANY WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED.

We specifically disclaim all warranties, including but not limited to:

• Merchantability: That our Services are fit for any particular purpose
• Accuracy: That all information provided is accurate, complete, or current
• Non-infringement: That our Services do not infringe on third-party rights
• Uninterrupted access: That our Services will be available at all times without interruption
• Error-free operation: That our Services will be free from errors, bugs, or security vulnerabilities
• Results: That use of our Services will meet your requirements or expectations

Some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion of certain warranties, so some of the above exclusions may not apply to you.

Limitation of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, IN NO EVENT SHALL SHOESCONSULTANT.COM, ITS OWNERS, EMPLOYEES, AFFILIATES, OR SUPPLIERS BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES ARISING OUT OF OR RELATED TO YOUR USE OF OUR SERVICES.

This includes but is not limited to damages for:

• Loss of profits, revenue, or business opportunities
• Loss of data or information
• Personal injury or property damage resulting from your use of our Services
• Incorrect sizing or fit based on our calculators
• Purchases made based on our recommendations or guidance
• Business interruption or loss of use
• Cost of procurement of substitute goods or services

Our total liability to you for any claims arising from or related to these Terms or your use of our Services shall not exceed $100 USD or the amount you paid to use our Services (if any), whichever is less.

Some jurisdictions do not allow the limitation or exclusion of liability for incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitations may not apply to you.

Indemnification

You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless ShoesConsultant.com, its owners, employees, contractors, and affiliates from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, costs, or expenses (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising out of or related to:

• Your use or misuse of our Services
• Your violation of these Terms
• Your violation of any rights of another person or entity
• Any content you submit or transmit through our Services
• Your violation of any applicable laws or regulations

We reserve the right to assume the exclusive defense and control of any matter subject to indemnification by you, and you agree to cooperate with our defense of such claims.

Availability and Termination

Service Availability

We strive to maintain continuous availability of our Services, but we do not guarantee uninterrupted access. Our Services may be temporarily unavailable due to:

• Scheduled or emergency maintenance
• Technical difficulties or equipment failures
• Internet service provider issues
• Force majeure events beyond our control

Right to Modify or Terminate

We reserve the right, at our sole discretion, to:

• Modify, suspend, or discontinue any part of our Services at any time
• Change the features, functionality, or content of our tools
• Impose limits on certain features or restrict access to parts of the Services
• Terminate your access to our Services for violation of these Terms

We will not be liable to you or any third party for any modification, suspension, or discontinuance of our Services.

Governing Law and Dispute Resolution

Governing Law

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

Dispute Resolution

In the event of any dispute, claim, or controversy arising out of or relating to these Terms or your use of our Services:

• Informal Resolution: You agree to first contact us to attempt to resolve the dispute informally
• Arbitration: If informal resolution fails, disputes shall be resolved through binding arbitration in accordance with the rules of the American Arbitration Association
• Class Action Waiver: You agree that disputes will be resolved on an individual basis and not as part of any class or representative action
• Jurisdiction: If arbitration is not applicable, you agree to the exclusive jurisdiction of state and federal courts located in [Your County/State]

Miscellaneous

Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and ShoesConsultant.com regarding your use of our Services and supersede any prior agreements.

Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable or invalid, that provision will be limited or eliminated to the minimum extent necessary, and the remaining provisions will remain in full force and effect.

Waiver

Our failure to enforce any right or provision of these Terms will not be considered a waiver of those rights. Any waiver must be in writing and signed by us.

Assignment

You may not assign or transfer these Terms or your rights hereunder without our prior written consent. We may assign these Terms without restriction.

No Agency

Nothing in these Terms creates any agency, partnership, joint venture, or employment relationship between you and ShoesConsultant.com.

Contact Information

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

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