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Acceptable Use Policy

Last updated: January 2025

Introduction

This Acceptable Use Policy outlines the rules and guidelines for using Energy Savings Helper (the "Service"), operated by Energy Kaizen, Inc. By using our Service, you agree to comply with this policy.

Intended Use

Energy Savings Helper provides free energy efficiency calculators designed to help homeowners estimate potential savings from equipment upgrades. Our calculators:

  • Provide estimates based on published Technical Reference Manual (TRM) methodologies
  • Are intended for informational and educational purposes
  • Should not be used as the sole basis for major financial decisions
  • Do not constitute professional energy auditing or financial advice

Prohibited Activities

When using our Service, you agree NOT to:

Abuse or Misuse

  • Attempt to overload, disrupt, or interfere with the Service
  • Use automated scripts, bots, or scrapers to access the Service excessively
  • Submit false or misleading information to our forms
  • Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any part of the Service

Harmful Conduct

  • Upload or transmit malicious code, viruses, or harmful content
  • Attempt to probe, scan, or test the vulnerability of our systems
  • Engage in any activity that could harm other users or our infrastructure

Misrepresentation

  • Impersonate Energy Kaizen, Inc. or any other person or entity
  • Misrepresent calculator results as certified energy audits
  • Use our branding, logos, or content without permission

Calculator Limitations

Please understand that our calculators:

  • Provide estimates only: Actual savings may vary based on your specific circumstances, installation quality, usage patterns, and other factors.
  • Use standardized assumptions: Results are based on typical conditions and may not reflect your exact situation.
  • Are not guarantees: We do not guarantee any specific savings or outcomes.
  • May contain errors: While we strive for accuracy, formulas or data may contain mistakes.

Newsletter Subscription

If you subscribe to our newsletter:

  • Provide a valid email address that you own or have permission to use
  • Do not subscribe others without their explicit consent
  • Do not use automated tools to submit multiple subscriptions

Enforcement

We reserve the right to investigate violations of this policy and take appropriate action, including:

  • Blocking access to the Service
  • Removing abusive newsletter subscriptions
  • Reporting illegal activities to appropriate authorities

Disclaimer

THE SERVICE IS PROVIDED "AS IS" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND. ENERGY KAIZEN, INC. DISCLAIMS ALL WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, AND NON-INFRINGEMENT. WE DO NOT WARRANT THAT THE SERVICE WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED, ERROR-FREE, OR COMPLETELY SECURE.

Contact Us

To report a violation of this policy or ask questions, please contact us at: team@energykaizen.com

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Acceptable Use Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last updated" date. Continued use of the Service after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.