Terms of Service

Last updated: January 18, 2025

Acceptance of Terms

By accessing and using GST Calculator (“the Service”), you accept and agree to be bound by the terms and provision of this agreement. If you do not agree to abide by the above, please do not use this service.

Description of Service

GST Calculator provides free online tools for calculating Goods and Services Tax (GST) across multiple jurisdictions including India, Australia, New Zealand, Canada, and Singapore. Our services include:

• GST Addition Calculator: Add GST to exclusive prices
• GST Inclusive Calculator: Calculate original prices from GST-inclusive amounts
• Reverse GST Calculator: Extract GST components from total amounts
• Multi-country GST Support: Accurate calculations for different tax jurisdictions

Use License

Permission is granted to temporarily access and use GST Calculator for personal and commercial purposes. This license includes the right to:

• Use our calculators for legitimate business and personal GST calculations
• Access calculation results and formulas for your records
• Share links to our calculators with others
• Use our tools for educational and training purposes

Restrictions

You may not:

• Attempt to reverse engineer, decompile, or disassemble our software
• Use automated systems to access our service excessively
• Redistribute or resell our calculation tools
• Use the service for illegal tax evasion or fraudulent activities
• Interfere with the security or proper functioning of our systems

Accuracy and Reliability

Calculation Accuracy

• Our calculators use mathematically precise formulas based on standard GST calculation methods
• Tax rates are updated regularly but may not reflect the most current changes
• Results are provided for informational purposes and should be verified for critical applications

Professional Advice Disclaimer

• GST Calculator does not provide tax, legal, or financial advice
• Our tools are designed to assist with calculations but do not replace professional consultation
• Users are responsible for ensuring compliance with applicable tax laws and regulations
• We recommend consulting with qualified tax professionals for complex situations

User Responsibilities

Accurate Input

• You are responsible for entering correct amounts and selecting appropriate tax rates
• Verify that the selected country and tax rate match your specific requirements
• Double-check calculations for critical business or compliance purposes

Compliance

• Ensure your use of our calculators complies with local tax laws and regulations
• Use calculation results appropriately in your tax filings and business operations
• Maintain proper records of your calculations and their sources

Limitation of Liability

Service Availability

GST Calculator is provided on an “as is” and “as available” basis. We do not warrant that:

• The service will be uninterrupted or error-free
• All calculation results will be completely accurate in all circumstances
• The service will meet your specific requirements
• Any defects will be corrected promptly

Damages Limitation

In no event shall GST Calculator, its operators, or contributors be liable for:

• Any direct, indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages
• Loss of profits, data, or business opportunities
• Damages resulting from use or inability to use our calculators
• Errors in calculations or tax rate information

Maximum liability is limited to the amount paid for using our service (which is currently free).

Privacy and Data Protection

Data Collection

• We collect minimal data necessary to provide our calculation services
• Most calculations are performed locally in your browser
• Usage analytics help us improve our tools and user experience
• Detailed information is available in our Privacy Policy

Data Security

• We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your data
• Calculation inputs are not permanently stored unless explicitly requested
• We use industry-standard security practices for data transmission and storage

Intellectual Property

Our Content

• All content, design, graphics, and software are owned by GST Calculator or our licensors
• Our calculation algorithms and user interface are protected by intellectual property laws
• You may not copy, modify, or distribute our proprietary content without permission

User Content

• You retain ownership of any data you input into our calculators
• By using our service, you grant us permission to process your inputs for calculation purposes
• We do not claim ownership of your calculation results or business data

Modifications to Service and Terms

Service Changes

We reserve the right to:

• Modify, suspend, or discontinue any aspect of our service
• Update tax rates and calculation methods as regulations change
• Add new features or remove existing functionality
• Change our pricing model (currently free)

Terms Updates

• These terms may be updated periodically to reflect changes in our service or legal requirements
• Significant changes will be communicated through our website
• Continued use of our service after changes constitutes acceptance of new terms

Termination

User Termination

You may stop using our service at any time without notice.

Service Termination

We may terminate or suspend access to our service:

• For violation of these terms
• For misuse or abuse of our calculators
• For technical or business reasons
• With or without cause or notice

Governing Law and Jurisdiction

These terms are governed by and construed in accordance with applicable laws. Any disputes arising from the use of GST Calculator shall be subject to the jurisdiction of appropriate courts.

Multi-Jurisdiction Considerations

Given our global user base, specific legal provisions may apply based on your location:

• India: Subject to Indian Information Technology laws and regulations
• Australia: Governed by Australian Consumer Law and relevant state legislation
• Canada: Subject to applicable federal and provincial laws
• New Zealand: Governed by New Zealand consumer protection and privacy laws
• Singapore: Subject to Singapore’s Electronic Transactions Act and related regulations

Contact Information

For questions about these Terms of Service, please contact us:

• Email: contact@gstcalculator.app
• Subject Line: Terms of Service Inquiry
• Response Time: We aim to respond within 5-7 business days

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 so that the remaining terms remain in full force and effect.

Entire Agreement

These Terms of Service, along with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and GST Calculator regarding the use of our service.

By using GST Calculator, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service.