Terms of Use
Effective Date: January 1, 2025
1. Use of This Application
Tide Tracker is provided for personal, non-commercial use. By using this application, you agree to use it responsibly and in accordance with these terms.
2. Intellectual Property
This application, including its design, features and code, is the property of Bay Design Associates. By using this application, you agree not to copy, reproduce, reverse engineer, or create derivative works based on it. If you're interested in licensing or partnership opportunities, please contact us.
3. Data Source and Accuracy
All tide and water level data displayed in this application is sourced from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Tides and Currents API. This data is provided as-is and for informational purposes only.
4. No Warranty
While we strive to present accurate information, we make no warranties regarding the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of the data displayed. Tide predictions and water level readings may be subject to errors, delays, or inaccuracies.
5. Verification Required
IMPORTANT: Users should always verify tide and water level information directly with NOAA's official sources before making any decisions that depend on this data. For critical applications, navigational purposes, or safety-related decisions, please consult official NOAA tide tables and charts available at tidesandcurrents.noaa.gov.
6. Limitation of Liability
Bay Design Associates and the developers of this application are not responsible for any errors, omissions, or inaccuracies in the data, or for any decisions made or actions taken based on the information provided. Use of this application is at your own risk.
7. Not for Navigation
This application is not intended for navigational purposes. Do not use this application for marine navigation, commercial fishing, or any activity where safety depends on precise tide or water level information.
8. API Availability
This application relies on third-party APIs (NOAA and proxy services). We are not responsible for API downtime, rate limiting, or changes to these services that may affect the availability or functionality of this application.
9. Privacy
This application stores minimal user preferences (such as selected station and auto-refresh settings) locally in your browser. We do not collect, store, or transmit personal information to external servers.
10. Changes to Terms
These terms may be updated from time to time. Continued use of the application constitutes acceptance of any changes.
For questions or concerns about these terms, please contact Bay Design Associates through our website at baydesignassociates.com.