1. Introduction and Acceptance of Terms
Welcome to BigMacIndex.app, the Big Mac Index App. These Terms of Service govern your access to and use of the Big Mac Index App website located at BigMacIndex.app, including all Big Mac Index data, tools, features, and services provided through the Big Mac Index App.
By accessing, browsing, or using the Big Mac Index App at BigMacIndex.app, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service. If you do not agree to these Terms of Service, please do not access or use the Big Mac Index App or any Big Mac Index services available on BigMacIndex.app.
These Terms of Service constitute a legally binding agreement between you and BigMacIndex.app regarding your use of the Big Mac Index App. Please read these terms carefully before using any Big Mac Index features or services.
2. Description of the Big Mac Index App
The Big Mac Index App at BigMacIndex.app is a comprehensive web-based application that provides Big Mac Index data, analysis, and tools for educational and informational purposes. The Big Mac Index is a widely recognized informal measure of purchasing power parity between currencies, based on the price of a Big Mac hamburger in different countries.
The Big Mac Index App on BigMacIndex.app offers the following services:
- Current and historical Big Mac prices across countries worldwide
- Big Mac Index currency valuation comparison tools
- Interactive Big Mac Index charts and visualizations
- Downloadable Big Mac Index data files in multiple formats
- Big Mac Index-based purchasing power parity analysis
- Educational articles and blog posts about the Big Mac Index
- App Store Pricing Advisor tool based on Big Mac Index data
- Historical Big Mac Index trends and analysis
The Big Mac Index App at BigMacIndex.app aims to make Big Mac Index data accessible to everyone interested in understanding currency valuations and purchasing power parity through the lens of the Big Mac Index.
3. Eligibility
The Big Mac Index App at BigMacIndex.app is intended for users who are at least 13 years of age. By using the Big Mac Index App, you represent and warrant that you meet this age requirement. If you are under 18 years of age, you represent that your parent or legal guardian has reviewed and agreed to these Terms of Service on your behalf.
4. User Accounts and Registration
Currently, the Big Mac Index App at BigMacIndex.app does not require user registration to access most Big Mac Index features. You can browse Big Mac Index data, use Big Mac Index comparison tools, and download Big Mac Index datasets without creating an account.
If we introduce account features in the future for the Big Mac Index App, you will be responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials and for all activities that occur under your account on BigMacIndex.app.
5. Disclaimers
5.1 Not Financial, Investment, or Trading Advice
The Big Mac Index data, analysis, and information provided on the Big Mac Index App at BigMacIndex.app is for educational and informational purposes only. The Big Mac Index should not be construed as financial advice, investment advice, trading advice, or any other type of professional advice.
The Big Mac Index is a simplified theoretical framework for understanding purchasing power parity and currency valuations. Decisions based on Big Mac Index data should not be made without consulting qualified financial professionals. BigMacIndex.app and the Big Mac Index App are not responsible for any financial decisions you make based on Big Mac Index information.
5.2 Data Accuracy and Completeness
While the Big Mac Index App at BigMacIndex.app strives to provide accurate and up-to-date Big Mac Index information, we make no warranties, representations, or guarantees about the accuracy, completeness, reliability, or timeliness of any Big Mac Index data or content displayed on the Big Mac Index App.
Big Mac Index data is sourced from third parties, including The Economist, and may contain errors, omissions, or delays. Big Mac prices vary by location within countries and may change without notice. The Big Mac Index App is not responsible for any errors or inaccuracies in the Big Mac Index data.
5.3 No Affiliation
BigMacIndex.app and the Big Mac Index App are independent projects. The Big Mac Index App is not affiliated with, endorsed by, sponsored by, or connected in any way to The Economist, McDonald's Corporation, or any McDonald's franchisee. The Big Mac Index App at BigMacIndex.app uses the Big Mac Index data for educational and informational purposes under fair use principles.
"Big Mac" is a registered trademark of McDonald's Corporation. The use of "Big Mac Index" on BigMacIndex.app refers to the economic indicator popularized by The Economist and is used for descriptive purposes only.
5.4 "As Is" Service
The Big Mac Index App at BigMacIndex.app is provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis without warranties of any kind, either express or implied. BigMacIndex.app disclaims all warranties, including but not limited to implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, and non-infringement regarding the Big Mac Index App and all Big Mac Index content.
6. Intellectual Property Rights
6.1 Ownership
The Big Mac Index App website design, user interface, graphics, logos, icons, and original content created for BigMacIndex.app are the property of BigMacIndex.app and are protected by applicable intellectual property laws.
The underlying Big Mac Index data displayed on the Big Mac Index App is sourced from The Economist and is used in accordance with their open data license. The Economist retains ownership of the original Big Mac Index data and methodology.
6.2 Permitted Uses
You are permitted to use the Big Mac Index App and Big Mac Index data from BigMacIndex.app as follows:
- Access and view Big Mac Index data for personal, educational, or research purposes
- Download Big Mac Index datasets for non-commercial use
- Share links to Big Mac Index pages on BigMacIndex.app
- Cite Big Mac Index data from BigMacIndex.app with proper attribution
- Use Big Mac Index tools and calculators for personal analysis
- Reference Big Mac Index information in academic papers with attribution to BigMacIndex.app
6.3 Prohibited Uses
The following uses of the Big Mac Index App and Big Mac Index data from BigMacIndex.app are prohibited:
- Scraping, bulk downloading, or systematically extracting Big Mac Index data without permission
- Reproducing the Big Mac Index App website design, structure, or functionality
- Using Big Mac Index data for commercial purposes without explicit written permission from BigMacIndex.app
- Creating derivative works that compete with the Big Mac Index App
- Removing or altering any copyright notices or attributions on Big Mac Index content
- Misrepresenting the source of Big Mac Index data obtained from BigMacIndex.app
7. User Conduct
When using the Big Mac Index App at BigMacIndex.app, you agree to the following:
- You will not attempt to disrupt, compromise, or interfere with the security, integrity, or availability of the Big Mac Index App or BigMacIndex.app
- You will not use automated tools, bots, scrapers, or similar technology to access the Big Mac Index App excessively or in a manner that degrades service for other users
- You will not attempt to gain unauthorized access to any portion of the Big Mac Index App, its servers, or any systems connected to BigMacIndex.app
- You will not submit false, misleading, or spam feedback about the Big Mac Index App
- You will not use the Big Mac Index App for any unlawful purpose or in violation of any applicable laws or regulations
- You will not impersonate BigMacIndex.app or misrepresent your affiliation with the Big Mac Index App
- You will not reverse engineer, decompile, or disassemble any portion of the Big Mac Index App
- You will not use the Big Mac Index App to transmit malware, viruses, or other harmful code
8. Third-Party Links and Content
The Big Mac Index App at BigMacIndex.app may contain links to third-party websites, services, or content that are not owned or controlled by BigMacIndex.app. These links are provided for your convenience and reference only.
BigMacIndex.app has no control over, and assumes no responsibility for, the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party websites or services linked from the Big Mac Index App. By using the Big Mac Index App, you acknowledge and agree that BigMacIndex.app is not responsible or liable for any damage or loss caused by your use of any third-party content.
9. Limitation of Liability
To the maximum extent permitted by applicable law, BigMacIndex.app and the Big Mac Index App shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, consequential, punitive, or exemplary damages arising from or related to:
- Your access to or use of the Big Mac Index App at BigMacIndex.app
- Your inability to access or use the Big Mac Index App
- Any errors, inaccuracies, or omissions in Big Mac Index data or content
- Any unauthorized access to or use of BigMacIndex.app servers
- Any interruption or cessation of the Big Mac Index App services
- Any financial decisions made based on Big Mac Index information from BigMacIndex.app
- Any reliance on Big Mac Index data or analysis from the Big Mac Index App
This limitation applies regardless of the legal theory upon which the claim is based, whether BigMacIndex.app has been advised of the possibility of such damages, and even if a remedy set forth herein is found to have failed its essential purpose.
10. Indemnification
You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless BigMacIndex.app, the Big Mac Index App, and its operators, employees, agents, and affiliates from and against any claims, damages, obligations, losses, liabilities, costs, or expenses arising from:
- Your use of the Big Mac Index App at BigMacIndex.app
- Your violation of these Terms of Service
- Your violation of any third-party rights
- Your violation of any applicable laws or regulations
11. Service Availability and Modifications
BigMacIndex.app reserves the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue the Big Mac Index App or any Big Mac Index feature at any time without prior notice. We may also impose limits on certain features or restrict access to parts of the Big Mac Index App without notice or liability.
BigMacIndex.app is not obligated to provide any particular Big Mac Index data, feature, or service and may change the Big Mac Index App at our sole discretion. We will make reasonable efforts to provide notice of significant changes to the Big Mac Index App.
12. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution
These Terms of Service and your use of the Big Mac Index App at BigMacIndex.app shall be governed by and construed in accordance with applicable laws, without regard to conflict of law principles.
Any dispute arising from these Terms of Service or your use of the Big Mac Index App shall be resolved through good faith negotiation. If such negotiation is unsuccessful, the parties agree to submit to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts in the applicable jurisdiction.
13. Severability
If any provision of these Terms of Service is found to be unenforceable or invalid by a court of competent jurisdiction, that provision shall be limited or eliminated to the minimum extent necessary so that these Terms of Service shall otherwise remain in full force and effect regarding the Big Mac Index App.
14. Entire Agreement
These Terms of Service, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and BigMacIndex.app regarding your use of the Big Mac Index App and supersede all prior agreements and understandings, whether written or oral, regarding the Big Mac Index App.
15. Changes to These Terms of Service
BigMacIndex.app reserves the right to modify or replace these Terms of Service at any time at our sole discretion. When we make changes to these Terms of Service, we will update the "Last updated" date at the top of this page and post the revised terms on the Big Mac Index App at BigMacIndex.app.
Your continued use of the Big Mac Index App after any changes to these Terms of Service constitutes your acceptance of the new terms. We encourage you to review these Terms of Service periodically when you visit BigMacIndex.app.
16. Contact Information
If you have any questions, concerns, or feedback about these Terms of Service or the Big Mac Index App at BigMacIndex.app, please contact us:
- Email: legal@bigmacindex.app
- Website: https://bigmacindex.app
We appreciate your use of the Big Mac Index App and welcome your feedback to help us improve the Big Mac Index experience on BigMacIndex.app.