Terms of Service

Last updated: December 05, 2025

These Terms of Service (the "Terms") govern your access to and use of GeoRater, located at georater.com (the "Site"). By accessing or using the Site, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree, please discontinue use immediately.

1. Services

GeoRater provides automated analyses of publicly accessible webpages to highlight accessibility, readability, and performance considerations. Reports are advisory in nature and do not constitute legal or compliance guarantees.

2. Eligibility

You must be at least 18 years old or have the consent of a parent or guardian to use the Site. You represent that you have the authority to accept these Terms on behalf of yourself or any entity you represent.

3. Acceptable Use

When using the Site you agree not to:

4. Accounts and Communications

The Site currently supports anonymous use; however, if we offer accounts or newsletters in the future, you agree to maintain accurate registration information and consent to receiving service-related communications.

5. Intellectual Property

All content, trademarks, logos, and software displayed on the Site are owned by GeoRater or its licensors and are protected by intellectual property laws. You may not reuse, reproduce, or redistribute Site content without prior written consent, except for personal reference or internal reporting purposes.

6. Feedback

By submitting comments, ideas, or feedback, you grant GeoRater a non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free license to use and incorporate the feedback without obligation to you.

7. Third-Party Services

The Site may include links to third-party websites or display advertisements served by Google AdSense. GeoRater is not responsible for external content or practices. Access third-party services at your own risk and review their respective terms and privacy policies.

8. Disclaimers

THE SITE AND ITS REPORTS ARE PROVIDED "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, WHETHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, AND NON-INFRINGEMENT. GEO RATER DOES NOT WARRANT THAT ANALYSES WILL BE ERROR-FREE OR THAT THEY WILL SATISFY REGULATORY OR LEGAL REQUIREMENTS.

9. Limitation of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, GEO RATER AND ITS AFFILIATES SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, OR ANY LOSS OF PROFITS OR DATA, ARISING FROM OR RELATED TO YOUR USE OF THE SITE, EVEN IF ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. OUR TOTAL LIABILITY SHALL NOT EXCEED THE AMOUNT YOU PAID (IF ANY) TO USE THE SITE IN THE 12 MONTHS PRECEDING THE CLAIM.

10. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold GeoRater, its officers, directors, employees, and agents harmless from any claims, liabilities, damages, and expenses (including attorneys’ fees) arising out of or connected to your use of the Site or violation of these Terms.

11. Termination

We may suspend or terminate access to the Site at any time without prior notice or liability, for any reason, including if we believe you have violated these Terms. Upon termination, your right to use the Site ceases immediately.

12. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of Oregon, USA, without regard to its conflict of law principles. Any disputes shall be resolved in state or federal courts located in Multnomah County, Oregon, and you consent to their jurisdiction.

13. Changes to These Terms

We may update these Terms from time to time. The revised Terms will be effective when posted. Continued use of the Site after changes become effective constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms.

14. Contact

If you have questions about these Terms, contact us using the form on the main page.

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