Terms of Service

1. About This Service

The Last Caretaker Tools ("TLC Tools", "we", "our", or "this service") is a free, community-built web platform providing planning tools, calculators, and reference guides for the video game The Last Caretaker.

This is a fan-made project created by and for the TLC community. We are not affiliated with, endorsed by, or officially connected to the game's developers, publishers, or any related entities.

2. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using TLC Tools, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service. If you do not agree with any part of these terms, please do not use our service.

3. Acceptable Use

You agree to use TLC Tools only for lawful purposes and in accordance with these terms. You agree NOT to:

• Use the service in any way that violates applicable laws or regulations
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems or networks
• Interfere with or disrupt the service or servers
• Use automated systems (bots, scrapers) to access the service excessively
• Impersonate any person or entity or misrepresent your affiliation
• Transmit any malicious code, viruses, or harmful materials

4. Intellectual Property & Trademarks

The Last Caretaker, including all game content, artwork, trademarks, and intellectual property rights, belong to their respective owners. We claim no ownership over any game assets, names, or trademarks.

This fan-made tool uses publicly available game data and community-contributed information under fair use principles for educational and community benefit purposes.

The source code, design, and original content of TLC Tools (excluding game data) are provided as-is for community use. If you wish to contribute or fork the project, please maintain attribution to the original contributors.

5. Disclaimers & Limitations of Liability

We make no guarantees regarding:

• Data Accuracy: Game data may be outdated, incomplete, or incorrect. Always verify critical information in-game.
• Service Availability: We do not guarantee uninterrupted access. The service may be unavailable due to maintenance, updates, or technical issues.
• Game Balance Changes: Game updates may render our data obsolete. We update when possible but cannot guarantee real-time accuracy.
• Calculation Errors: While we strive for accuracy, calculation errors may occur. Use results as estimates, not guarantees.

Limitation of Liability: To the maximum extent permitted by law, TLC Tools and its contributors shall not be liable for any damages arising from your use or inability to use the service, including but not limited to lost time, lost progress in-game, or reliance on inaccurate data.

6. Your Data & Privacy

All planning data (module counts, skill selections, material inventory) is stored locally in your browser using localStorage. We do not collect, store, or transmit your planning data to any servers.

For full details on data handling, please see our Privacy Policy.

7. Third-Party Links & Services

TLC Tools may contain links to external websites (e.g., official wiki, Steam store). We are not responsible for the content, privacy practices, or terms of service of third-party sites. Use external links at your own discretion.

8. Changes to These Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms of Service at any time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date. Continued use of TLC Tools after changes constitutes acceptance of the new terms.

9. Termination

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate access to TLC Tools at any time, for any reason, without prior notice. This includes (but is not limited to) violations of these terms or abuse of the service.

You may stop using TLC Tools at any time. To delete your locally stored data, clear your browser's localStorage or use the "Reset All" buttons within the tools.

10. Governing Law

These Terms of Service shall be governed by and construed in accordance with applicable laws. Any disputes arising from these terms or use of the service shall be resolved through good faith negotiation or, if necessary, in accordance with the laws of your jurisdiction.

11. Contact Information

For questions, concerns, or feedback regarding these Terms of Service, please reach out through:

• GitHub Issues: (if repository is public)
• Community Discord: (if applicable)
• Email: (if provided)