Agreement to Terms

By accessing and using ActivePedal.com (the "Site"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service ("Terms"). If you disagree with any part of these Terms, you may not access the Site.

Description of Service

ActivePedal provides free cycling calculators, tools, and educational content (collectively, the "Service"). These tools include but are not limited to:

  • Calorie and nutrition calculator
  • Tire pressure optimizer
  • FTP and training zones calculator
  • Speed and distance calculator
  • Bike fit calculator
  • Climbing power (VAM) calculator

Use of Service

Permitted Use

You may use the Service for lawful, personal, non-commercial purposes. You agree to use the Service only for its intended purpose of calculating cycling-related metrics and accessing educational content.

Prohibited Use

You agree NOT to:

  • Use the Service for any illegal or unauthorized purpose
  • Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any part of the Site or Service
  • Interfere with or disrupt the Service or servers
  • Use automated systems (bots, scrapers) to access the Service
  • Copy, reproduce, or redistribute content without permission
  • Attempt to reverse engineer any aspect of the Service
  • Remove or modify any copyright or proprietary notices
  • Use the Service in any way that could damage or overburden our infrastructure

Intellectual Property

The Service and its original content, features, and functionality are owned by ActivePedal and are protected by international copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

You may not copy, modify, distribute, sell, or lease any part of our Service without explicit written permission from ActivePedal.

Disclaimer of Warranties

Educational Purpose

IMPORTANT: All calculators and tools are provided for educational and informational purposes only. They are not a substitute for professional advice from qualified coaches, medical professionals, or certified bike fitters.

Accuracy Disclaimer

While we strive for accuracy and base our calculations on validated scientific formulas, we make no warranties or guarantees regarding:

  • The accuracy, completeness, or reliability of calculator results
  • The suitability of recommendations for your specific situation
  • The fitness outcomes or performance improvements from following our recommendations
  • The prevention of injuries or health issues

No Warranty

THE SERVICE IS PROVIDED "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, WHETHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, AND NON-INFRINGEMENT.

Health and Safety

Medical Disclaimer

IMPORTANT HEALTH NOTICE:

  • Consult a physician before starting any new exercise program
  • Our tools do not provide medical advice
  • Stop exercising if you experience pain, dizziness, or discomfort
  • We are not responsible for injuries resulting from use of our calculators
  • Individual health conditions may require different approaches than our general recommendations

Assumption of Risk

Cycling involves inherent risks including injury or death. By using our Service, you acknowledge these risks and assume full responsibility for your safety. Always wear appropriate safety equipment, follow traffic laws, and ride within your abilities.

Limitation of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, IN NO EVENT SHALL ACTIVEPEDAL, ITS DIRECTORS, EMPLOYEES, OR AGENTS BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO:

  • Loss of profits, revenue, or data
  • Personal injury or property damage
  • Business interruption
  • Loss of opportunity

This limitation applies regardless of the legal theory (contract, tort, negligence, etc.) and even if we were advised of the possibility of such damages.

Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless ActivePedal and its affiliates from any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, and expenses (including reasonable attorney fees) arising from:

  • Your use or misuse of the Service
  • Your violation of these Terms
  • Your violation of any rights of another party
  • Any injury or damage resulting from following our recommendations

User-Generated Content

If you submit feedback, suggestions, or other content to us:

  • You grant us a worldwide, perpetual, royalty-free license to use that content
  • You represent that you have the right to submit such content
  • You waive any moral rights in such content
  • We are not obligated to use or respond to your submissions

Links to Third-Party Websites

Our Service may contain links to third-party websites. We do not endorse or assume responsibility for content, privacy policies, or practices of third-party sites. You acknowledge and agree that we shall not be liable for any damage or loss caused by use of third-party content.

Modifications to Service

We reserve the right to:

  • Modify or discontinue any part of the Service at any time
  • Update calculator formulas based on new research
  • Change features, functionality, or appearance
  • Impose limits on certain features or restrict access

We are not liable to you or any third party for any modification, suspension, or discontinuance of the Service.

Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last updated" date. Your continued use of the Service after changes constitutes acceptance of the modified Terms.

We encourage you to review these Terms periodically to stay informed of updates.

Termination

We may terminate or suspend your access to the Service immediately, without prior notice or liability, for any reason, including but not limited to:

  • Breach of these Terms
  • Fraudulent, abusive, or illegal activity
  • Request by law enforcement or government agencies

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

Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the jurisdiction where ActivePedal operates, without regard to conflict of law provisions.

Dispute Resolution

Any disputes arising from these Terms or use of the Service shall first be attempted to be resolved through good-faith negotiations. If negotiations fail, disputes shall be resolved through binding arbitration in accordance with the rules of the American Arbitration Association.

Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable or invalid, that provision shall be limited or eliminated to the minimum extent necessary, and the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.

Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and ActivePedal regarding use of the Service, superseding any prior agreements.

No Waiver

Our failure to enforce any right or provision of these Terms shall not constitute a waiver of such right or provision. Any waiver of any provision shall be effective only if in writing and signed by ActivePedal.

Contact Information

Questions about these Terms should be sent to:

Email: caannschacko@gmail.com
Website: https://www.activepedal.com
Contact Form: https://www.activepedal.com/contact/

Acknowledgment

BY USING THE SERVICE, YOU ACKNOWLEDGE THAT YOU HAVE READ THESE TERMS OF SERVICE AND AGREE TO BE BOUND BY THEM.