Agreement to these terms
These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your use of theblackoutbunker.com and the Bunker Kit Builder (together, the "Site"), operated by [Legal business name] ("The Blackout Bunker," "we," "us," or "our"). By using the Site, you agree to these Terms and to our Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, do not use the Site.
Not a government website
The Blackout Bunker is an independent, privately operated website. It is not affiliated with, endorsed by, sponsored by, or acting on behalf of the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), Ready.gov, the National Weather Service, the CDC, or any federal, state, local or tribal government agency. Images of government buildings or national symbols are used for illustrative purposes only and do not imply any government affiliation or endorsement.
Informational purposes only
Content on the Site, including the Bunker Kit Builder, hazard summaries and suggested quantities, is general preparedness information for planning purposes only. Suggested items and quantities are estimates calculated from publicly available government guidance. They are suggestions, not requirements, and may not fit your household's specific needs, health conditions, location or circumstances.
The Site does not provide medical, legal, financial, engineering or professional safety advice. Consult a qualified professional about your situation, and talk to your doctor or pharmacist about medications, infant formula and medical equipment.
Not for emergencies
The Site is not an emergency service and does not provide real-time warnings. In an emergency, call 911. Always follow instructions from local emergency officials, and get current alerts from official sources such as weather.gov and your local emergency management office. Never rely on the Site in place of official instructions.
Products, safety and affiliate links
As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. Links labeled "See options," "View on Amazon" or similar take you to Amazon, where products are sold by Amazon or third-party sellers, not by us. We do not manufacture, sell, ship, inspect or warrant any product. Prices, availability, descriptions, shipping, returns and warranties are controlled by the seller.
You are solely responsible for choosing products that suit your needs and for using them safely and as the manufacturer directs. Generators, stoves, heaters and other fuel-burning equipment can produce deadly carbon monoxide and must be used only as their labels direct. Potassium iodide should be taken only when public health officials instruct you to.
Acceptable use
You agree not to: use the Site for any unlawful purpose; attempt to gain unauthorized access to the Site or its systems; interfere with or disrupt the Site; scrape, copy or republish substantial portions of the Site for commercial purposes without permission; or misrepresent the Site as a government resource.
Intellectual property
The Site's text, design, layout, the Bunker Kit Builder and The Blackout Bunker name are owned by or licensed to us and protected by intellectual property laws. You may print or copy your personal checklist for your own non-commercial use. Third-party trademarks, including Amazon, belong to their respective owners.
Third-party websites
The Site links to websites we do not control, including government websites and Amazon. Links are provided for convenience. We are not responsible for their content, accuracy, availability or practices, and a link does not mean they endorse us or that we endorse them.
Disclaimer of warranties
THE SITE AND ALL CONTENT ARE PROVIDED "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE," WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ACCURACY, COMPLETENESS AND NON-INFRINGEMENT. WE DO NOT WARRANT THAT FOLLOWING ANY SUGGESTION ON THE SITE WILL KEEP YOU, YOUR FAMILY, YOUR PETS OR YOUR PROPERTY SAFE IN ANY EMERGENCY OR DISASTER.
Limitation of liability
TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, THE BLACKOUT BUNKER AND ITS OWNERS, MEMBERS, CONTRACTORS AND AFFILIATES WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, OR FOR ANY PERSONAL INJURY, PROPERTY DAMAGE OR LOSS ARISING FROM YOUR USE OF THE SITE, YOUR RELIANCE ON ITS CONTENT, OR ANY PRODUCT YOU PURCHASE THROUGH A LINK ON THE SITE. OUR TOTAL LIABILITY FOR ANY CLAIM RELATED TO THE SITE WILL NOT EXCEED ONE HUNDRED U.S. DOLLARS ($100).
Some jurisdictions do not allow certain limitations, so some of the above may not apply to you.
Indemnification
You agree to indemnify and hold harmless The Blackout Bunker and its owners and affiliates from any claims, damages, losses or expenses, including reasonable attorneys' fees, arising from your misuse of the Site or your violation of these Terms.
Governing law
These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of [State], without regard to its conflict-of-law rules. Any dispute arising from these Terms or the Site will be resolved exclusively in the state or federal courts located in [State], and you consent to their jurisdiction.
Changes to these terms
We may update these Terms at any time by posting the revised version on this page with a new effective date. Your continued use of the Site after changes means you accept the updated Terms. If any provision is found unenforceable, the rest remains in effect.
Contact us
Questions about these Terms? Contact [Legal business name] at [contact email].