Welcome to TDEE Lab. By accessing or using our website and calculators at tdeelab.com, you agree to be bound by these Terms & Conditions. If you do not agree, please do not use our site.
1. Acceptance of Terms
By using TDEE Lab, you confirm that you are at least 13 years of age and agree to comply with these terms. We reserve the right to modify these terms at any time, and your continued use of the site constitutes acceptance of any changes.
2. Use of Calculators
Our calculators provide estimates based on established scientific formulas. You acknowledge and agree that:
- All calculator outputs are estimates only and should not be treated as exact measurements.
- Our tools are designed for educational and informational purposes — they are not a substitute for professional medical, nutritional, or fitness advice.
- You should consult a qualified healthcare provider before making significant changes to your diet, exercise, or health regimen.
- Individual results may vary due to genetics, metabolism, medical conditions, and other factors not captured by our formulas.
3. Medical Disclaimer
TDEE Lab does not provide medical advice. The content on our site, including calculator results, articles, and guides, is for general informational purposes only. Always consult with a qualified healthcare professional before starting any diet or exercise program, especially if you have pre-existing health conditions.
We are not responsible for any health consequences resulting from decisions made based on information from our calculators or website.
4. Intellectual Property
All content on TDEE Lab — including text, graphics, logos, calculator code, and design elements — is the property of TDEE Lab and is protected by copyright and intellectual property laws. You may not reproduce, distribute, or create derivative works without our written permission.
You are welcome to link to our pages and share our content for non-commercial, educational purposes with proper attribution.
5. Disclaimer of Warranties
TDEE Lab is provided "as is" and "as available" without warranties of any kind, whether express or implied. We do not warrant that:
- The site will be uninterrupted, secure, or error-free
- Calculator results will be accurate, complete, or reliable
- The site will be free of viruses or harmful components
- Defects will be corrected
6. Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, TDEE Lab and its operators shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising from:
- Your use of or inability to use the site
- Decisions made based on calculator results
- Any errors or omissions in site content
- Unauthorized access to or alteration of your data
Our total liability for any claim arising from your use of the site shall not exceed the amount you paid us (which is zero, since our tools are free).
7. Accuracy of Calculations
Our calculators use the Mifflin-St Jeor and Katch-McArdle equations, which are widely accepted as accurate for the general population. However:
- Formulas are based on population averages and may not reflect individual metabolism
- Activity level self-reporting introduces inherent estimation error
- Results should be used as a starting point and adjusted based on real-world tracking
- We continuously review and validate our implementations against published research
8. User Conduct
When using our site, you agree not to:
- Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any part of the site
- Use automated tools to scrape or overload our servers
- Interfere with or disrupt the site's functionality
- Use our content for commercial purposes without permission
9. Links to Third-Party Sites
Our site may contain links to external websites. We are not responsible for the content, privacy practices, or accuracy of third-party sites. Visiting external links is at your own risk.
10. Governing Law
These terms are governed by and construed in accordance with applicable laws. Any disputes arising from these terms or your use of the site shall be resolved in the appropriate courts of the applicable jurisdiction.
11. Contact
For questions about these Terms & Conditions, please contact us:
- Email: support@tdeelab.com
- Website: tdeelab.com/contact