TERMS, CONDITIONS & DISCLAIMERS
1. Agreement to Terms
By accessing or using The Value Standard™ website (thevaluestandard.com), you agree to be bound by these Terms, Conditions & Disclaimers. If you do not agree, please discontinue use of this site.
2. About This Site
The Value Standard™ is a decision intelligence platform offering frameworks, tools, and editorial content to help individuals, organizations, and institutions evaluate value, quality, tradeoffs, and long-term outcomes before committing resources. Applications include purchasing decisions, travel, jewelry, and institutional financial literacy. Content on this site is provided for informational and educational purposes. It does not constitute professional financial, legal, investment, or purchasing advice.
3. Editorial Independence & Opinions
All editorial content, recommendations, and analysis reflect the independent perspective of The Value Standard™. Our opinions are our own. We are not compensated by brands to editorially endorse products or experiences unless explicitly disclosed. We reserve the right to update, revise, or remove content at any time without notice.
4. Affiliate Disclosure
The Value Standard™ participates in affiliate marketing programs. This means that some links on this site are affiliate links — if you click through and make a purchase, we may earn a commission at no additional cost to you. We only recommend products, services, and tools we believe are genuinely worth your consideration. Affiliate relationships do not influence our editorial standards or the objectivity of our recommendations. This disclosure is made in compliance with the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) guidelines on endorsements and testimonials.
5. No Professional Advice
Nothing on this site constitutes professional advice of any kind, including but not limited to financial, investment, legal, medical, or tax advice. All content is intended to inform and educate, not to serve as a substitute for consultation with a qualified professional. Always conduct your own due diligence before making significant financial or purchasing decisions.
6. Accuracy of Information
While we make every effort to ensure that content is accurate and current, The Value Standard™ makes no representations or warranties as to the completeness, accuracy, or timeliness of any information on this site. Prices, availability, and details are subject to change. We are not responsible for errors or omissions, or for any actions taken based on information found on this site.
7. Intellectual Property
All content on The Value Standard™ — including text, frameworks, calculators, images, graphics, logos, and editorial copy — is the property of The Value Standard™ or its content suppliers and is protected by applicable copyright and intellectual property law. This includes The Value Standard Framework™, Intrinsic Score™, Intrinsic Calculator™, and related proprietary tools and terminology. You may not reproduce, redistribute, or repurpose any content without prior written permission.
8. Third-Party Links & Platforms
This site may contain links to third-party websites, brands, and services. These links are provided for your convenience and do not constitute an endorsement of the third party's content, policies, or practices. We have no control over, and assume no responsibility for, the content or privacy practices of any third-party sites.
9. Advisory & Consulting Services
Where The Value Standard™ offers paid advisory or consulting sessions, separate service agreements may apply. By booking a session, you agree that any guidance provided is advisory in nature and does not constitute a professional contractual obligation or guarantee of outcome.
10. Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, The Value Standard™, its owner, and any affiliated contributors shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages arising from your use of this site or reliance on its content.
11. Governing Law
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12. Changes to These Terms
We reserve the right to update or modify these Terms at any time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated date. Continued use of the site following any changes constitutes your acceptance of the revised Terms.
13. Contact
For questions regarding these Terms, please contact us at info@thevaluestandard.com.