Terms of Service

Last Updated: January 25, 2025

1. Acceptance of Terms

Welcome to CompareForge ("we," "our," or "us"). These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your access to and use of the CompareForge website (compareforge.com), including any content, functionality, and services offered on or through the website.

By accessing or using our website, you agree to comply with and be bound by these Terms and our Privacy Policy. If you do not agree to these Terms, you must not access or use our website.

2. Description of Service

CompareForge is a comparison and review platform that provides:

• Product and service comparisons across various categories
• Expert reviews and analysis
• Pricing information and deal recommendations
• Educational content and guides
• Links to third-party products and services

Our service is provided for informational purposes only and is designed to help users make informed purchasing decisions.

3. Affiliate Disclosure

Important Notice: CompareForge participates in various affiliate marketing programs. This means we may earn commissions when you click on certain links and make purchases through our website.

3.1 How Affiliate Links Work

When you click on links to products or services on our website and make a purchase, we may receive a commission from the merchant. This commission comes at no additional cost to you.

3.2 Our Commitment to Transparency

• We clearly disclose our affiliate relationships
• Our reviews and recommendations are based on honest evaluation
• Affiliate commissions do not influence our editorial content
• We only recommend products and services we believe provide value

4. Use of Website

4.1 Permitted Use

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

4.2 Prohibited Activities

You agree NOT to:

• Use the website for any illegal or unauthorized purpose
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems or networks
• Interfere with or disrupt the website or servers
• Copy, reproduce, or distribute content without permission
• Use automated systems (bots, scrapers) to access the website
• Impersonate any person or entity
• Transmit viruses, malware, or harmful code
• Collect user information without consent

5. Intellectual Property Rights

5.1 Our Content

All content on CompareForge, including text, graphics, logos, images, videos, and software, is the property of CompareForge or its content suppliers and is protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

5.2 Limited License

We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to access and use our website for personal, non-commercial purposes. This license does not include:

• Resale or commercial use of the website or its content
• Collection and use of product listings or descriptions
• Derivative use of the website or its content
• Downloading or copying account information

6. Accuracy of Information

6.1 No Guarantee of Accuracy

While we strive to provide accurate and up-to-date information, we make no representations or warranties about:

• The accuracy, reliability, or completeness of content
• Current pricing or availability of products
• Features or specifications of third-party products
• The results you may achieve using recommended products

6.2 Third-Party Information

Pricing, features, and availability information is provided by third parties and may change without notice. Always verify information directly with the merchant before making a purchase.

7. Third-Party Links and Services

Our website contains links to third-party websites and services. We are not responsible for:

• The content, privacy policies, or practices of third-party sites
• Products or services offered by third parties
• Transactions between you and third-party merchants
• Disputes arising from third-party purchases

Your interactions with third-party websites are governed by their own terms and policies.

8. User Content and Feedback

8.1 Submission of Content

If you submit comments, feedback, suggestions, or other content to us, you grant us a perpetual, irrevocable, worldwide, royalty-free license to use, reproduce, modify, and distribute such content.

8.2 Content Standards

Any content you submit must:

• Be accurate and not misleading
• Not violate any laws or regulations
• Not infringe on intellectual property rights
• Not contain offensive, defamatory, or harmful material

9. Disclaimer of Warranties

IMPORTANT: Our website and services are 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
• Non-infringement
• Accuracy or completeness of content
• Uninterrupted or error-free operation

10. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, CompareForge shall not be liable for:

• Any indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages
• Loss of profits, revenue, data, or use
• Damages resulting from purchases made through affiliate links
• Damages from unauthorized access to your data
• Damages from errors, omissions, or inaccuracies in content

Our total liability shall not exceed $100 or the amount you paid us in the past 12 months, whichever is greater.

11. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless CompareForge, its officers, directors, employees, and agents from any claims, damages, losses, liabilities, and expenses (including legal fees) arising from:

• Your use of the website
• Your violation of these Terms
• Your violation of any rights of another party
• Your content or feedback submissions

12. Privacy and Data Protection

Your use of our website is also governed by our Privacy Policy. By using our website, you consent to our collection and use of personal information as described in the Privacy Policy.

We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience. For more information, please review our Privacy Policy.

13. Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting to the website. Your continued use of the website after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the modified Terms.

We encourage you to review these Terms periodically for any updates.

14. Termination

We may terminate or suspend your access to our website immediately, without prior notice or liability, for any reason, including:

• Breach of these Terms
• Fraudulent or illegal activity
• Abuse of our services
• At our sole discretion

Upon termination, your right to use the website will immediately cease.

15. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the United States, without regard to conflict of law provisions.

Any disputes arising from these Terms or your use of the website shall be resolved in the courts located in the United States.

16. Dispute Resolution

16.1 Informal Resolution

Before filing a claim, you agree to contact us at legal@compareforge.com to attempt to resolve the dispute informally.

16.2 Arbitration

If informal resolution fails, disputes shall be resolved through binding arbitration in accordance with the rules of the American Arbitration Association.

17. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.

18. Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and CompareForge regarding the use of our website.

19. Contact Information

If you have questions about these Terms of Service, please contact us:

• Email: legal@compareforge.com
• Website: https://compareforge.com