Last Updated: October 31, 2025

Acceptance of Terms

Welcome to ToxinTrace. By accessing or using toxintrace.app and healthytapwater.com (the “Services”), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service (“Terms”). If you do not agree to these Terms, do not use our Services.

Description of Services

ToxinTrace provides water quality information and reports based on publicly available data from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and other government sources. We also offer water filtration products through healthytapwater.com.

Eligibility

You must be at least 18 years old to use our Services. By using our Services, you represent and warrant that you meet this age requirement.

User Accounts and Registration

To access certain features, you may be required to create an account by providing an email address. You are responsible for:

  • Maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials
  • All activities that occur under your account
  • Notifying us immediately of any unauthorized use of your account

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate accounts that violate these Terms.

Disclaimer of Warranties and Limitation of Liability

CRITICAL DISCLAIMERS – PLEASE READ CAREFULLY:

Data Accuracy Disclaimer

The water quality information provided through our Services is sourced from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), USGS, and other government agencies. We display this data “AS IS” without any warranty regarding its accuracy, completeness, timeliness, or reliability.

  • Data Lag: EPA data is updated quarterly and may be 3-6 months old
  • EPA Disclaimer: The EPA explicitly disclaims all warranty for data accuracy
  • No Verification: We do not independently verify the accuracy of government data
  • Local Variations: Water quality can vary within distribution systems

Not Medical or Health Advice

The information provided through our Services is for general educational and informational purposes only. It is NOT:

  • Medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment
  • A substitute for professional consultation with qualified health professionals
  • A basis for making health-related decisions without consulting your physician
  • A guarantee of water safety or quality

No Warranty

OUR SERVICES AND ALL INFORMATION PROVIDED ARE OFFERED “AS IS” WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, OR NON-INFRINGEMENT.

Limitation of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, TOXINTRACE, ITS OWNERS, EMPLOYEES, AGENTS, AND AFFILIATES SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO:

  • Health problems or injuries resulting from water consumption
  • Property damage
  • Loss of data or business
  • Any other damages arising from your use of our Services

YOUR SOLE REMEDY FOR DISSATISFACTION WITH OUR SERVICES IS TO STOP USING THEM.

Assumption of Risk

You acknowledge and agree that:

  • You use our Services at your own risk
  • You assume all risks associated with using the information provided
  • You will independently verify any information before making decisions
  • You will consult with qualified professionals regarding health and safety concerns

Water Quality Data Sources and Attribution

Our Services display public water quality data from:

  • EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS)
  • USGS Water Quality Portal
  • State and local water quality databases

This data is in the public domain under 17 U.S.C. § 105. We properly attribute data sources and comply with all applicable terms of use for government data.

Intellectual Property Rights

Our Content: The Services, including all content, features, and functionality (excluding government data), are owned by ToxinTrace and are protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

Government Data: Water quality data from the EPA and other government sources is public domain information. We claim no ownership over this data.

Your License: We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to access and use our Services for personal, non-commercial purposes.

Prohibited Uses

You agree NOT to:

  • Use our Services for any illegal purpose
  • Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems
  • Interfere with or disrupt the Services
  • Scrape, harvest, or collect data from our Services using automated means
  • Misrepresent your affiliation with any person or entity
  • Transmit any viruses, malware, or harmful code
  • Use the Services to provide commercial services to third parties without authorization

Product Sales and Returns

For purchases made through healthytapwater.com:

Orders: All orders are subject to acceptance and availability. We reserve the right to refuse or cancel any order.

Pricing: Prices are subject to change without notice. We strive to display accurate pricing but are not responsible for typographical errors.

Shipping: Shipping times are estimates and not guaranteed. We are not liable for delays caused by shipping carriers.

Returns: Please refer to our separate Return Policy available at healthytapwater.com/returns for information about returns and refunds.

Third-Party Links

Our Services may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party sites. You access third-party sites at your own risk.

Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless ToxinTrace, its owners, employees, agents, and affiliates from any claims, damages, losses, liabilities, and expenses (including attorneys’ fees) arising from:

  • Your use of our Services
  • Your violation of these Terms
  • Your violation of any third-party rights
  • Any decisions you make based on information from our Services

Modifications to Services and Terms

We reserve the right to:

  • Modify or discontinue any part of our Services at any time without notice
  • Update these Terms at any time by posting revised Terms on our website
  • The “Last Updated” date will reflect when changes were made
  • Continued use of our Services after changes constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms

Termination

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

  • Violation of these Terms
  • Fraudulent or illegal activity
  • Behavior that harms other users or our business
  • At our sole discretion

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

Governing Law and Dispute Resolution

These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of New Mexico, United States, without regard to conflict of law principles.

Any disputes arising from these Terms or your use of our Services shall be resolved through:

  1. Informal Resolution: First, contact us to attempt to resolve the dispute informally
  2. Binding Arbitration: If informal resolution fails, disputes will be resolved through binding arbitration in accordance with the American Arbitration Association rules
  3. Class Action Waiver: You agree to resolve disputes on an individual basis and waive any right to participate in a class action lawsuit

Severability

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

Entire Agreement

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

Contact Information

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