📋 Agreement to Terms

Welcome to ThePicKo.com! These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your use of our website and product analysis tools. By accessing or using our services, you agree to be bound by these Terms and our Privacy Policy.

Key Points:

  • ✅ Free access to all product analysis tools
  • 🛡️ Responsible use of tools and content
  • 🚫 No warranties on calculation accuracy
  • 📞 Contact us with questions: legal@thepicko.com

🏢 About ThePicKo.com

Our Service

ThePicKo.com provides free online tools for product analysis, comparison, and decision-making. Our platform includes:

  • Product comparison calculators
  • Technical specification analyzers
  • Price tracking and recommendation tools
  • Review sentiment analysis tools
  • Educational content about product selection
  • Blog articles and purchasing guides

Service Availability

Our services are provided "as is" and "as available." While we strive for 99.9% uptime, we do not guarantee uninterrupted access to our website or tools.

✅ Acceptable Use

Permitted Uses

You may use our service for:

✅ Personal Use

Use our tools for personal product research and decision-making

✅ Educational Purposes

Learn about product analysis and comparison methodologies

✅ Commercial Research

Analyze products for legitimate business purposes

✅ Content Sharing

Share our content with proper attribution

Prohibited Uses

You may NOT use our service for:

❌ Illegal Activities

Any unlawful or fraudulent purposes

❌ System Abuse

Automated scraping, spam, or excessive requests

❌ Content Theft

Copying our content without attribution

❌ Harmful Activities

Transmitting malware, viruses, or harmful code

🔧 Tool Usage and Accuracy

Calculation Accuracy

⚠️ Important Disclaimer

Our tools provide estimates and suggestions based on the information you provide. While we strive for accuracy, we cannot guarantee that our calculations are error-free or suitable for your specific needs.

Tool Limitations

  • Estimates Only: All calculations are estimates based on general algorithms
  • User Input Dependency: Accuracy depends on the quality of information you provide
  • No Professional Advice: Tools don't replace professional consultation
  • Market Variations: Prices and specifications may vary by location and time
  • Beta Features: Some tools may be in development and have limited functionality

Your Responsibility

When using our tools, you agree to:

  • Provide accurate information to the best of your ability
  • Verify results independently before making important decisions
  • Use common sense and consult professionals when needed
  • Report any apparent errors or issues to our support team

📝 User Content and Conduct

Content You Provide

When you use our tools or leave comments, you may provide information such as:

  • Product specifications and prices
  • Personal preferences and requirements
  • Comments, reviews, and feedback
  • Contact information for support requests

Content Guidelines

All user content must be:

✅ Truthful

Accurate and honest information

✅ Respectful

No harassment or offensive language

✅ Legal

Compliant with applicable laws

✅ Original

Your own content or properly attributed

Content Rights

By providing content to our website:

  • You retain ownership of your original content
  • You grant us a license to use it for service operation
  • You confirm you have the right to share the content
  • You agree we may remove content that violates these terms

🛡️ Intellectual Property

Our Intellectual Property

ThePicKo.com and its content are protected by intellectual property laws. This includes:

  • Website Design: Layout, graphics, and user interface
  • Tool Algorithms: Calculation methods and logic
  • Educational Content: Articles, guides, and explanations
  • Brand Elements: Logo, name, and distinctive features

Permitted Use of Our Content

✅ You May:

  • Link to our website and individual tool pages
  • Quote brief excerpts with proper attribution
  • Share our content on social media with credit
  • Use our tools for legitimate personal or business purposes

❌ You May Not:

  • Copy large portions of our content without permission
  • Reproduce our tool interfaces or algorithms
  • Use our brand name or logo without authorization
  • Create derivative works based on our tools

Reporting Copyright Infringement

If you believe your copyright has been infringed, contact us at: legal@thepicko.com

🚫 Disclaimers and Limitations

Service Disclaimers

⚠️ No Warranties

Our services are provided "AS IS" and "AS AVAILABLE" without warranties of any kind, either express or implied, including but not limited to implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, or non-infringement.

Specific Disclaimers

  • Calculation Accuracy: We don't warrant that our tools are error-free
  • Service Availability: We don't guarantee uninterrupted access
  • Third-Party Content: We're not responsible for external links or content
  • User Decisions: You're responsible for decisions based on our tools
  • Data Loss: We're not liable for any data loss or corruption

Limitation of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW:

  • Our total liability is limited to $100 or the amount you paid us (if any)
  • We're not liable for indirect, incidental, or consequential damages
  • We're not responsible for decisions made based on our tools
  • You use our services at your own risk

🔒 Privacy and Data Protection

Data Collection and Use

Our privacy practices are detailed in our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated into these Terms by reference.

Key Privacy Points

  • We collect minimal necessary information
  • We use industry-standard security measures
  • We don't sell your personal information
  • You can request deletion of your data
  • We comply with applicable privacy laws

Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

  • Improve website functionality and user experience
  • Analyze website usage with Google Analytics
  • Display relevant advertisements via Google AdSense
  • Remember your preferences and settings

⚖️ Dispute Resolution

Governing Law

These Terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the United States, without regard to conflict of law principles.

Dispute Resolution Process

Step 1: Direct Contact

Contact us at legal@thepicko.com to discuss any issues informally.

Step 2: Formal Notice

If informal resolution fails, provide written notice detailing the dispute.

Step 3: Mediation

We'll attempt to resolve the dispute through mediation if needed.

Step 4: Legal Action

Any legal proceedings must be filed in the appropriate US courts.

Class Action Waiver

You agree that any dispute resolution proceedings will be conducted only on an individual basis and not in a class, consolidated, or representative action.

🔄 Changes to Terms

Modification of Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. When we make changes:

  • We'll update the "Last Updated" date
  • We'll notify users of significant changes
  • Changes become effective immediately upon posting
  • Continued use constitutes acceptance of new Terms

Notification Methods

We may notify you of changes through:

  • Email notifications (if you've provided your email)
  • Website banners or notices
  • Updates to this Terms page
  • Social media announcements

Your Options

If you don't agree with updated Terms:

  • You may stop using our services
  • You may contact us to discuss concerns
  • Continued use implies acceptance

🔚 Termination

Termination by You

You may stop using our services at any time for any reason. No formal termination notice is required.

Termination by Us

We may suspend or terminate your access if:

  • You violate these Terms of Service
  • You engage in prohibited activities
  • Your use harms our systems or other users
  • We're required to do so by law
  • We discontinue the service (with reasonable notice)

Effect of Termination

Upon termination:

  • Your right to use our services ends immediately
  • You remain liable for any prior violations
  • Certain provisions of these Terms survive termination
  • We may retain information as required by law

Survival

The following sections survive termination:

  • Intellectual Property rights
  • Disclaimers and Limitations of Liability
  • Dispute Resolution provisions
  • General Terms

📋 General Terms

Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and ThePicKo.com regarding your use of our services.

Severability

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

No Waiver

Our failure to enforce any right or provision of these Terms will not be considered a waiver of those rights.

Assignment

We may assign our rights and obligations under these Terms. You may not assign your rights without our written consent.

Force Majeure

We're not liable for any failure to perform our obligations due to causes beyond our reasonable control, including natural disasters, government actions, or technical failures.

📞 Contact Information

For questions, concerns, or notices regarding these Terms of Service:

📧 Email

General: legal@thepicko.com

Privacy: privacy@thepicko.com

Support: support@thepicko.com

🌐 Website

Contact Form

Use our secure contact form for detailed inquiries

📍 Address

ThePicKo.com
Legal Department
United States

Response Times

  • General inquiries: 1-2 business days
  • Legal matters: 3-5 business days
  • Privacy requests: Within 30 days
  • Technical support: Within 24 hours

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

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