Terms of Service

Welcome to CostStorage.com. These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your access to and use of our website, services, and tools (collectively, the "Service"). By accessing or using our Service, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use our Service.

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing and using CostStorage.com, you accept and agree to be bound by these Terms and our Privacy Policy. These Terms apply to all visitors, users, and others who access or use the Service.

2. Description of Service

CostStorage.com provides a free cloud storage cost calculator and comparison tool. Our Service allows users to:

• Calculate estimated cloud storage costs across multiple providers
• Compare pricing between different cloud storage services
• Access pricing information and storage class details
• View educational content about cloud storage pricing

The Service is provided for informational purposes only. All pricing estimates are based on publicly available information and may not reflect actual costs you may incur.

3. Use of Service

3.1 Permitted Use

You may use our Service for lawful purposes only. You agree to use the Service in compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and these Terms.

3.2 Prohibited Uses

You agree not to:

• Use the Service for any illegal purpose or in violation of any laws
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems or networks
• Interfere with or disrupt the Service or servers
• Use automated tools to scrape, copy, or monitor the Service
• Transmit any viruses, malware, or harmful code
• Impersonate any person or entity
• Collect or harvest personal information from other users
• Use the Service to spam, phish, or engage in fraudulent activities

4. No Registration Required

CostStorage.com does not require user registration or accounts. Our Service is freely accessible to all users without the need to create an account or provide personal information.

5. Disclaimer of Warranties

THE SERVICE IS PROVIDED "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO:

• Warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, or non-infringement
• Warranties regarding the accuracy, reliability, or completeness of pricing information
• Warranties that the Service will be uninterrupted, secure, or error-free
• Warranties regarding the results obtained from using the Service

We do not warrant that the pricing information provided is accurate, current, or complete. You acknowledge that cloud provider pricing is subject to change and may vary based on numerous factors.

6. Accuracy of Information

While we strive to provide accurate and up-to-date pricing information:

• Pricing data is based on publicly available information from cloud providers
• Actual costs may vary based on your specific usage, region, and agreements
• Cloud providers may change their pricing at any time
• Calculations are estimates and may not reflect all applicable fees or discounts
• We are not responsible for errors or omissions in pricing data

You should always verify pricing information with the official cloud provider before making any decisions.

7. Limitation of Liability

TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, COSTSTORAGE.COM AND ITS OPERATORS, AFFILIATES, AND PARTNERS SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR:

• Any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages
• Loss of profits, revenue, data, or business opportunities
• Damages resulting from your use or inability to use the Service
• Damages resulting from reliance on information provided by the Service
• Damages resulting from unauthorized access to your data or communications

In no event shall our total liability exceed $100 USD or the amount you paid to use the Service (which is $0 as the Service is free).

8. Third-Party Links and Services

Our Service may contain links to third-party websites or services, including cloud provider websites. We are not responsible for:

• The content, privacy policies, or practices of third-party websites
• Your interactions with third-party services
• Any damages or losses caused by third-party services

9. Intellectual Property

The Service and its original content, features, and functionality are owned by CostStorage.com and are protected by international copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

Cloud provider names, logos, and trademarks are the property of their respective owners. We are not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by any cloud storage provider mentioned on our website.

10. Advertising

Our Service displays advertisements through Google AdSense and other advertising partners. We are not responsible for the content of advertisements displayed on our website. Your interactions with advertisers are solely between you and the advertiser.

11. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless CostStorage.com and its operators from any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, and expenses (including reasonable attorney fees) arising from:

• Your use or misuse of the Service
• Your violation of these Terms
• Your violation of any rights of another party
• Your violation of any applicable laws or regulations

12. Modifications to Service

We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue the Service (or any part thereof) at any time with or without notice. We shall not be liable to you or any third party for any modification, suspension, or discontinuation of the Service.

13. Changes to These Terms

We may update these Terms from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Terms on this page and updating the "Last updated" date. Your continued use of the Service after any changes constitutes acceptance of the new Terms.

14. Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the United States, without regard to its conflict of law provisions. Any disputes arising from these Terms or the Service shall be resolved in the courts of the United States.

15. Severability

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

16. Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and CostStorage.com regarding the use of the Service, superseding any prior agreements.

17. Contact Us

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