Terms & Conditions

Effective Date: February 4, 2026

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing and using the SFS Engineer website and services (the "Services"), you accept and agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions ("Terms"). If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use our Services. We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time, and your continued use of the Services constitutes acceptance of any changes.

2. Description of Services

SFS Engineer provides steel framing systems engineering services, including but not limited to structural design, engineering consultation, and access to our premium steel framing calculator tool. The Services are provided "as is" and "as available" without warranties of any kind, either express or implied.

3. User Accounts

3.1 Account Creation

To access certain features of our Services, including the premium steel framing calculator, you may be required to create an account. You agree to provide accurate, current, and complete information during registration and to update such information to keep it accurate, current, and complete.

3.2 Account Security

You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials and for all activities that occur under your account. You agree to notify us immediately of any unauthorized use of your account.

3.3 Account Termination

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your account at any time for any reason, including violation of these Terms, without prior notice or liability.

4. Premium Steel Framing Calculator

4.1 Purchase and Payment

Access to the premium steel framing calculator requires a one-time payment of $99 USD. All payments are processed securely through Stripe. By purchasing access, you agree to pay all applicable fees and authorize us to charge your payment method.

4.2 Lifetime Access

Upon successful payment, you will receive lifetime access to the premium steel framing calculator, subject to these Terms and our continued operation of the Services.

4.3 Refund Policy

All sales are final. We do not offer refunds for the premium steel framing calculator access except as required by applicable law or at our sole discretion.

4.4 Calculator Accuracy

The steel framing calculator provides estimates based on the information you input. These estimates are for informational purposes only and should not be considered as final quotes or professional engineering advice. Actual project costs may vary. You should always consult with qualified professionals before making construction decisions.

5. Intellectual Property Rights

5.1 Our Content

All content on our website, including text, graphics, logos, images, software, and design, is the property of SFS Engineer or its licensors and is protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws. You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, or create derivative works without our express written permission.

5.2 Your Content

You retain ownership of any content you submit through our Services. By submitting content, you grant us a worldwide, non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use, reproduce, and display such content for the purpose of providing and improving our Services.

6. Prohibited Uses

You agree not to use our Services to:

  • Violate any applicable laws or regulations
  • Infringe upon the rights of others
  • Transmit harmful code, viruses, or malware
  • Engage in unauthorized access or hacking
  • Interfere with the proper functioning of the Services
  • Impersonate any person or entity
  • Collect or harvest information about other users
  • Use automated systems (bots, scrapers) without permission
  • Resell or redistribute our Services without authorization

7. Professional Services Disclaimer

The information and tools provided through our Services, including the steel framing calculator, are for general informational purposes only and do not constitute professional engineering advice. You should not rely solely on this information for making construction or engineering decisions. Always consult with licensed professionals for specific project requirements and compliance with applicable building codes and regulations.

8. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, SFS Engineer and its officers, directors, employees, and agents shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, including but not limited to loss of profits, data, or business opportunities, arising out of or in connection with your use of the Services, even if we have been advised of the possibility of such damages. Our total liability to you for all claims arising from your use of the Services shall not exceed the amount you paid us in the twelve months preceding the claim.

9. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless SFS Engineer and its affiliates, officers, directors, employees, and agents from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, costs, or expenses (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising out of or in connection with: (a) your use of the Services; (b) your violation of these Terms; (c) your violation of any rights of another party; or (d) any content you submit through the Services.

10. Third-Party Services

Our Services may integrate with or contain links to third-party services, including payment processors (Stripe). We are not responsible for the content, privacy practices, or terms of service of any third-party services. Your use of third-party services is at your own risk and subject to their respective terms and policies.

11. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution

11.1 Governing Law

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

11.2 Dispute Resolution

Any disputes arising out of or relating to these Terms or the Services shall be resolved through binding arbitration in accordance with the rules of the applicable arbitration association, except that either party may seek injunctive relief in court for the protection of intellectual property rights.

12. Modifications to Services

We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue any aspect of the Services at any time without prior notice or liability. We may also impose limits on certain features or restrict access to parts or all of the Services without notice.

13. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect. The invalid or unenforceable provision shall be replaced with a valid provision that most closely matches the intent of the original provision.

14. Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy and any other legal notices published on our website, constitute the entire agreement between you and SFS Engineer regarding the Services and supersede all prior agreements and understandings.

15. Contact Information

If you have any questions about these Terms & Conditions, please contact us:

SFS Engineer

Email: [email protected]

Phone: +1 (555) 123-4567

Address: 123 Industrial Blvd, Construction City, ST 12345