Terms of Service

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing and using SmartHotelLock.com ("the Service"), you accept and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service ("Terms"). If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use the Service.

2. Description of Service

SmartHotelLock.com provides:

• Free online calculators for hotel lock ROI, installation costs, and related metrics
• Comparison tools for smart lock brands and specifications
• Educational resources, guides, and industry information
• Planning tools for hotel lock projects

3. Free to Use

All tools and resources on SmartHotelLock.com are provided free of charge:

• ✅ No registration or account creation required
• ✅ No hidden fees or premium tiers
• ✅ No credit card or payment information needed
• ✅ Unlimited access to all features

4. Use of Calculators and Tools

When using our calculators and tools:

• Results are estimates only based on industry averages
• Actual costs, ROI, and timelines may vary significantly
• You should verify all results with qualified vendors and professionals
• We are not responsible for decisions made based on calculator results

5. Disclaimer of Warranties

THE SERVICE IS PROVIDED "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND:

• We do not guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of any information
• Calculator results are approximations and not professional advice
• We do not warrant that the Service will be uninterrupted or error-free
• We make no representations about the suitability of any information for your specific needs

6. Limitation of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW:

• SmartHotelLock.com shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages
• This includes damages from use or inability to use the Service
• We are not liable for any financial losses resulting from calculator estimates
• We are not responsible for third-party products or services mentioned on the site

7. Not Professional Advice

Content on SmartHotelLock.com is for informational purposes only:

• This is not legal, financial, or professional consulting advice
• Do not rely solely on our tools for business decisions
• Always consult with qualified professionals before making significant investments
• Verify all pricing and specifications with manufacturers directly

8. Intellectual Property

All content on SmartHotelLock.com is protected by copyright:

• You may use our calculators and tools for personal/business use
• You may not reproduce, copy, or redistribute our content without permission
• Calculator logic, algorithms, and designs are proprietary
• Brand names and trademarks are property of their respective owners

9. User Conduct

When using the Service, you agree not to:

• Use the Service for any illegal purpose
• Attempt to reverse-engineer our calculators or tools
• Scrape, harvest, or automatically extract data from the Service
• Overload or interfere with the proper functioning of the Service
• Misrepresent your affiliation with SmartHotelLock.com

10. Third-Party Links

Our Service contains links to third-party websites and resources:

• We are not responsible for the content, accuracy, or availability of external sites
• Links do not imply endorsement of third-party products or services
• Third-party sites have their own terms and privacy policies

11. Independence and Neutrality

SmartHotelLock.com is an independent information resource:

• We are not affiliated with any lock manufacturer or vendor
• We do not receive commissions or referral fees from manufacturers
• Our goal is to provide unbiased, accurate information
• All brand comparisons are based on publicly available data

12. Data and Privacy

Your use of the Service is also governed by our Privacy Policy. Key points:

• We don't collect personal information
• Calculator inputs stay in your browser
• We use minimal, anonymous analytics

13. Changes to Service

We reserve the right to:

• Modify or discontinue any part of the Service at any time
• Update calculator algorithms and pricing data
• Add or remove features without notice
• Change these Terms of Service

14. Changes to These Terms

We may update these Terms from time to time. Continued use of the Service after changes constitutes acceptance of the modified Terms. We will update the "Last updated" date at the top of this page when changes are made.

15. Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with applicable laws, without regard to conflict of law principles.

16. Contact Information

If you have questions about these Terms of Service:

• Email: [email protected]
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