Terms of Service

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using KinderCost, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service. If you do not agree, please do not use the service.

2. Informational Purpose Only

KinderCost provides information about childcare costs and related data for informational purposes only. The information displayed on this site is not intended as professional, financial, or legal advice.

3. User-Submitted Content

KinderCost allows users to submit childcare cost information anonymously. By submitting content, you represent that the information is accurate to the best of your knowledge and not intentionally misleading.

You grant KinderCost a non-exclusive, royalty-free license to display, aggregate, and analyze submitted data.

4. No Guarantee of Accuracy

All cost data displayed on KinderCost is crowd-sourced and may vary based on age group, schedule, location, and time. KinderCost does not verify individual submissions and makes no guarantees regarding accuracy or completeness. Users should confirm all pricing directly with childcare providers.

5. No Endorsement or Affiliation

KinderCost does not endorse, recommend, or guarantee any childcare provider listed on the platform. Inclusion of a provider does not imply affiliation, approval, or recommendation.

6. Featured Listings and Paid Placement

Some childcare providers may pay for featured placement on the platform. Featured placement does not influence or modify parent-reported cost data. Paid placements are clearly labeled.

7. Prohibited Conduct

Users may not submit false, fraudulent, or misleading information, attempt to manipulate pricing data, or misuse the platform in a way that harms KinderCost or other users.

8. Account Termination

KinderCost reserves the right to suspend or terminate access to the platform for violations of these terms.

9. Limitation of Liability

KinderCost is provided "as is" without warranties of any kind. KinderCost shall not be liable for any decisions, losses, or damages resulting from reliance on information provided on the platform.

10. Changes to Terms

KinderCost may update these Terms of Service at any time. Continued use of the platform after changes constitutes acceptance of the revised terms.