Terms of Service

Last Updated: November 24, 2024

Please read these Terms of Service ("Terms", "Terms of Service") carefully before using the ballistics.tools website (the "Service") operated by Ballistics Engine ("us", "we", or "our").

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using the Service, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you disagree with any part of the terms, then you may not access the Service.

2. Software and Content Licensing

2.1 Rust Source Code License

The ballistics-engine Rust library source code is released under a dual license: MIT OR Apache-2.0. You may choose either license for your use. The full license terms are available in the software repository at GitHub.

Key Points for Source Code:

The software is provided "AS IS" without warranty of any kind
You may use, modify, and distribute the software under the license terms
Attribution to the original authors is required (see license for details)

2.2 Website Content and Code Snippets License

The documentation, code examples, and content on this website (ballistics.tools) are licensed under the 3-Clause BSD License.

BSD 3-Clause License
Copyright (c) 2025, Alex Jokela
Redistribution and use in source and binary forms, with or without modification, are permitted provided that the following conditions are met:
1. Redistributions of source code must retain the above copyright notice, this list of conditions and the following disclaimer.
2. Redistributions in binary form must reproduce the above copyright notice, this list of conditions and the following disclaimer in the documentation and/or other materials provided with the distribution.
3. Neither the name of the copyright holder nor the names of its contributors may be used to endorse or promote products derived from this software without specific prior written permission.

3. Intended Use and Safety Disclaimer

IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICE:

This software is intended for educational, recreational, and research purposes. Ballistic calculations are complex and depend on many variables. Users are solely responsible for verifying all calculations and data.

Always prioritize safety when handling firearms and ammunition
Verify all calculations with multiple sources and real-world testing
Start low and work up when developing handloads
Follow all local laws regarding firearms and ammunition
Consult manufacturer data and load manuals before developing handloads

4. No Warranties

The Service and software are provided on an "AS IS" and "AS AVAILABLE" basis. We make no warranties, expressed or implied, including but not limited to:

Accuracy of ballistic calculations
Fitness for a particular purpose
Non-infringement
Availability or uptime

5. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, we shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, or any loss of profits or revenues, whether incurred directly or indirectly, or any loss of data, use, goodwill, or other intangible losses resulting from:

Your use of or inability to use the Service or software
Any inaccuracy in calculations or data
Any conduct or content of any third party on the Service
Unauthorized access to or alteration of your transmissions or data

6. User Responsibilities

By using the Service and software, you agree to:

Use the software responsibly and safely
Verify all calculations independently
Comply with all applicable laws and regulations
Not use the Service for any illegal purpose
Not attempt to compromise the security of the Service

7. Intellectual Property

Rust Source Code: Licensed under MIT OR Apache-2.0 dual license.

Website Content: Documentation and code examples on ballistics.tools are licensed under the 3-Clause BSD License.

Trademarks: "Ballistics Insight" is a pending registered trademark of Alex Jokela / Tiny Computers.

8. Third-Party Services

Our Service may contain links to third-party websites or services that are not owned or controlled by us. We have no control over, and assume no responsibility for, the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party websites or services.

9. Affiliate Disclosure

This website participates in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program. We may earn small commissions from qualifying purchases through affiliate links at no additional cost to you.

10. Analytics

We use Google Analytics to analyze the use of our website. Google Analytics collects information about website usage by means of cookies. The information collected is used to compile reports and help us improve the website. See our Privacy Policy for more information.

11. Downloads and BSD Wheels

We provide BSD platform wheels for download. These are provided "AS IS" without warranty. You are responsible for verifying the integrity of downloaded files using the provided SHA256 hashes.

12. Modifications to Terms

We reserve the right to modify or replace these Terms at any time. We will provide notice of any material changes by posting the new Terms on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date.

13. Governing Law

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

14. Export Control

The software and technical data available through this Service may be subject to export control laws. You are responsible for complying with all applicable export control laws and regulations in your jurisdiction.

15. Community and Contributions

We welcome contributions to the open-source project. By contributing, you agree that your contributions will be licensed under the same MIT OR Apache-2.0 dual license as the project.

16. Contact Information

If you have any questions about these Terms, please contact us through our GitHub repository.

17. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is held to be unenforceable or invalid, such provision will be changed and interpreted to accomplish the objectives of such provision to the greatest extent possible under applicable law, and the remaining provisions will continue in full force and effect.

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