Terms of Service
Last Updated: January 8, 2026
1. Agreement to Terms
By accessing or using InchRuler.com ("the Website," "we," "our," or "us"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service ("Terms"). If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use our Website.
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 your acceptance of the modified Terms.
2. Description of Service
InchRuler.com provides a free online ruler tool that allows users to measure objects on their screen in inches and centimeters. The service includes:
- Interactive screen ruler with calibration functionality
- Measurement conversion between inches and centimeters
- Calibration settings stored locally on your device
- Progressive Web App (PWA) capabilities for offline use
- Educational content about measurements and calibration
3. Use License
3.1 Permission Granted
We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to access and use InchRuler.com for personal, non-commercial purposes, subject to these Terms.
3.2 Restrictions
You agree NOT to:
- Modify, copy, or create derivative works based on the Website
- Reverse engineer, decompile, or disassemble any part of the Website
- Remove, alter, or obscure any copyright, trademark, or other proprietary notices
- Use the Website for any illegal or unauthorized purpose
- Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any part of the Website
- Use automated systems (bots, scrapers) to access the Website
- Interfere with or disrupt the Website or servers
- Transmit viruses, malware, or harmful code
- Collect or harvest user information without consent
- Use the Website to violate any applicable laws or regulations
4. Intellectual Property Rights
4.1 Ownership
The Website and its original content, features, functionality, design, code, graphics, and trademarks are owned by InchRuler.com and are protected by international copyright, trademark, patent, trade secret, and other intellectual property laws.
4.2 Trademarks
"InchRuler.com" and related logos are trademarks of InchRuler.com. You may not use these trademarks without our prior written consent.
5. Accuracy and Limitations
5.1 Measurement Accuracy
While we strive to provide accurate measurements, the precision of our online ruler depends on several factors:
- Screen resolution and pixel density
- Browser settings and zoom level
- Operating system display scaling
- Quality of user calibration
- Device screen quality and manufacturing tolerances
5.2 No Warranty of Accuracy
We do not warrant that measurements obtained using InchRuler.com will be 100% accurate. The tool is intended for general estimation purposes and should not be relied upon for critical, professional, medical, or safety-critical applications where precise measurements are required.
5.3 Use at Your Own Risk
You acknowledge that you use InchRuler.com at your own risk. For applications requiring certified accuracy (engineering, construction, medical, legal, etc.), please use professionally calibrated physical measuring tools.
6. Disclaimer of Warranties
THE WEBSITE IS PROVIDED ON AN "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" BASIS 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, reliability, or completeness
- Uninterrupted or error-free operation
- Security or freedom from viruses
7. Limitation of Liability
TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, IN NO EVENT SHALL INCHRULER.COM, ITS AFFILIATES, 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
- Loss of use or business interruption
- Cost of substitute services
- Damages resulting from inaccurate measurements
- Any other commercial damages or losses
This limitation applies whether the claim is based on warranty, contract, tort, negligence, strict liability, or any other legal theory, even if we have been advised of the possibility of such damages.
8. Indemnification
You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless InchRuler.com and its affiliates, directors, officers, employees, and agents from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, costs, expenses, or fees (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising from:
- Your use or misuse of the Website
- Your violation of these Terms
- Your violation of any third-party rights
- Any content or information you provide
9. Third-Party Services
9.1 Advertising
The Website displays third-party advertisements through Google AdSense. These advertisements are subject to Google's terms and privacy policies. We are not responsible for the content of third-party advertisements or the practices of advertisers.
9.2 External Links
The Website may contain links to third-party websites. These links are provided for your convenience only. We do not endorse, control, or assume responsibility for the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party websites.
10. User Conduct
You agree to use the Website in a lawful and respectful manner. Prohibited conduct includes:
- Harassing, threatening, or intimidating other users
- Posting or transmitting harmful, offensive, or illegal content
- Impersonating any person or entity
- Violating any applicable laws or regulations
- Interfering with the security or integrity of the Website
11. Termination
We reserve the right to terminate or suspend your access to the Website immediately, without prior notice or liability, for any reason, including but not limited to:
- Breach of these Terms
- Violation of applicable laws
- Fraudulent, abusive, or illegal activity
- Extended periods of inactivity
Upon termination, your right to use the Website will immediately cease. All provisions of these Terms that by their nature should survive termination shall survive.
12. Governing Law and Jurisdiction
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. Any legal action or proceeding arising out of or relating to these Terms shall be brought exclusively in the courts located in the United States.
13. Dispute Resolution
13.1 Informal Resolution
If you have any dispute with us, you agree to first contact us at [email protected] and attempt to resolve the dispute informally.
13.2 Arbitration
If informal resolution fails, any dispute arising out of or relating to these Terms or the Website shall be resolved through binding arbitration in accordance with the rules of the American Arbitration Association.
14. Severability
If any provision of these Terms is found to be unlawful, void, or unenforceable, that provision shall be deemed severable and shall not affect the validity and enforceability of the remaining provisions.
15. Entire Agreement
These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and InchRuler.com regarding the use of the Website and supersede all prior agreements and understandings.
16. Waiver
No waiver of any term or condition of these Terms shall be deemed a further or continuing waiver of such term or any other term. Our failure to assert any right or provision under these Terms shall not constitute a waiver of such right or provision.
17. Assignment
You may not assign, transfer, or delegate your rights or obligations under these Terms without our prior written consent. We may assign our rights and obligations without restriction.
18. Contact Information
If you have any questions about these Terms of Service, please contact us:
- Email: [email protected]
- Website: https://inchruler.com
- Contact Page: https://inchruler.com/contact.html
19. Acknowledgment
BY USING INCHRULER.COM, YOU ACKNOWLEDGE THAT YOU HAVE READ, UNDERSTOOD, AND AGREE TO BE BOUND BY THESE TERMS OF SERVICE.