Terms of Service

By accessing or using DefenseBudget Dash (the "Service"), available at defense-budget-dash.vercel.app, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service ("Terms"). If you do not agree to all of these Terms, you must not access or use the Service. These Terms constitute a legally binding agreement between you and DefenseBudget Dash.

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. Any changes will be effective immediately upon posting the revised Terms on this page. Your continued use of the Service after any such changes constitutes your acceptance of the new Terms. It is your responsibility to review these Terms periodically for updates.

If you are using the Service on behalf of an organization, you represent and warrant that you have the authority to bind that organization to these Terms. In such cases, "you" and "your" will refer to that organization.

DefenseBudget Dash is a free, web-based data visualization tool that enables users to compare defense spending, military budget-to-GDP ratios, and active military personnel counts across countries. The Service draws on publicly available data from the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI) Military Expenditure Database and the World Bank Open Data platform.

The Service is provided as an informational and educational resource. It includes interactive charts, data tables, country comparison tools, and ranking views. The Service is designed for general audiences, including researchers, journalists, educators, students, policymakers, and members of the public who are interested in understanding global defense spending patterns.

We strive to keep the data accurate and up to date, but we do not guarantee that the information presented on DefenseBudget Dash is complete, current, or error-free at all times. The Service may be updated, modified, or discontinued at any time without prior notice.

Subject to your compliance with these Terms, we grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to access and use DefenseBudget Dash for personal, educational, and non-commercial purposes. You may view, share, and reference the data and visualizations produced by the Service, provided that you properly attribute DefenseBudget Dash and the underlying data sources (SIPRI and the World Bank) in any publications, reports, or presentations.

This license does not include the right to modify, distribute, reproduce, or create derivative works based on the Service itself (including its source code, design, or underlying software), except as expressly permitted by applicable open-source licenses. The underlying defense spending data is sourced from publicly available datasets and is subject to the respective terms and licenses of SIPRI and the World Bank.

You may not use the Service for any unlawful purpose or in any manner that could damage, disable, overburden, or impair the Service. You may not attempt to gain unauthorized access to any part of the Service, its servers, or any systems or networks connected to the Service.

THE SERVICE IS PROVIDED "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, AND NON-INFRINGEMENT. WE DO NOT WARRANT THAT THE SERVICE WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED, SECURE, OR ERROR-FREE, OR THAT ANY DEFECTS WILL BE CORRECTED.

We make no representations or warranties regarding the accuracy, completeness, reliability, or timeliness of the data, content, or information provided through the Service. The defense spending data presented on DefenseBudget Dash is derived from third-party sources, and we do not independently verify every data point. Users should exercise their own judgment and conduct independent verification when relying on the data for critical decisions.

No advice or information, whether oral or written, obtained from DefenseBudget Dash or through the Service shall create any warranty not expressly stated in these Terms.

TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, DEFENSEBUDGET DASH AND ITS OPERATORS, CONTRIBUTORS, AND AFFILIATES SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO LOSS OF PROFITS, DATA, USE, OR GOODWILL, ARISING OUT OF OR RELATED TO YOUR USE OF OR INABILITY TO USE THE SERVICE, REGARDLESS OF THE THEORY OF LIABILITY.

IN NO EVENT SHALL OUR TOTAL LIABILITY TO YOU FOR ALL CLAIMS ARISING OUT OF OR RELATED TO THESE TERMS OR THE SERVICE EXCEED THE AMOUNT OF ONE HUNDRED US DOLLARS (USD $100.00). THIS LIMITATION APPLIES WHETHER THE ALLEGED LIABILITY IS BASED ON CONTRACT, TORT, NEGLIGENCE, STRICT LIABILITY, OR ANY OTHER BASIS, EVEN IF WE HAVE BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES.

Some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitations may not apply to you. In such jurisdictions, our liability shall be limited to the greatest extent permitted by law.

DefenseBudget Dash presents defense spending data sourced from reputable third-party institutions, including SIPRI and the World Bank. While we make every effort to present this data accurately, we do not guarantee the absolute accuracy, completeness, or currentness of any information displayed on the Service. Data may be subject to revisions by the source institutions, and there may be a delay between when updated figures are published and when they are reflected on our platform.

Users should treat the data presented on DefenseBudget Dash as informational and should not rely on it as the sole basis for policy decisions, academic conclusions, financial analyses, or any other consequential actions. We strongly recommend consulting the original SIPRI and World Bank datasets for the most current and authoritative figures, particularly for professional or academic use.

If you identify a data discrepancy or error on DefenseBudget Dash, we encourage you to report it to us so that we can investigate and correct it. We appreciate the support of our user community in maintaining the quality of the data we present.

The DefenseBudget Dash name, logo, website design, visual elements, and original content (excluding third-party data) are the intellectual property of DefenseBudget Dash and are protected by applicable intellectual property laws. You may not use our branding, trademarks, or original content in any manner that suggests endorsement or affiliation without our prior written consent.

The underlying defense spending data is sourced from publicly available datasets maintained by SIPRI and the World Bank. These datasets are subject to their respective terms of use and licensing agreements. Users who wish to use the raw data for their own projects should consult the original data providers directly for applicable terms and conditions.

DefenseBudget Dash may contain links to third-party websites, services, or resources that are not owned or controlled by us. These links are provided for your convenience and reference only. We do not endorse and are not responsible for the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party websites or services. Your interaction with any third-party website or service is at your own risk.

Our website uses third-party advertising services, including Google AdSense and Adsterra, which may display advertisements and collect data as described in our Privacy Policy. We are not responsible for the content of advertisements displayed on our website or for the products and services advertised by third parties.

We strongly encourage you to review the terms and privacy policies of any third-party services you access through our website before providing any personal information or engaging in transactions.

You agree to use DefenseBudget Dash only for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms. You agree not to use the Service in any way that violates any applicable local, state, national, or international law or regulation. You further agree not to engage in any conduct that restricts or inhibits anyone's use or enjoyment of the Service, or that may harm DefenseBudget Dash or its users.

Specifically, you agree not to: (a) use any automated system, including bots, scrapers, or crawlers, to access the Service in a manner that sends more request messages to our servers than a human can reasonably produce in the same period using a conventional web browser; (b) introduce any viruses, trojan horses, worms, or other malicious or technologically harmful material; (c) attempt to interfere with, compromise, or disrupt the Service or the servers and networks on which it operates; or (d) impersonate any person or entity or misrepresent your affiliation with any person or entity.

We reserve the right to restrict, suspend, or terminate your access to the Service at any time, for any reason, without prior notice or liability. This includes, but is not limited to, situations where we believe that your use of the Service violates these Terms, applicable law, or is harmful to our interests or the interests of other users.

Upon termination, your right to use the Service will immediately cease. All provisions of these Terms that by their nature should survive termination shall survive, including without limitation ownership provisions, warranty disclaimers, indemnification obligations, and limitations of liability.

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the United States, without regard to conflict of law principles. Any disputes arising under or in connection with these Terms shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts located within the United States.

If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid or unenforceable by a court of competent jurisdiction, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect. Our failure to enforce any right or provision of these Terms shall not be deemed a waiver of such right or provision.

We reserve the right to update or modify these Terms at any time at our sole discretion. When we make changes, we will revise the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page. We may also provide additional notice of significant changes through a prominent notice on our website. Your continued use of the Service following the posting of revised Terms means that you accept and agree to the changes.

We encourage you to periodically review these Terms to stay informed about the conditions governing your use of DefenseBudget Dash. If you do not agree to the modified Terms, you should discontinue your use of the Service.

If you have any questions or concerns about these Terms of Service, please contact us at:

taeshinkim11@gmail.com

We will make reasonable efforts to respond to your inquiry in a timely manner. For issues related to data accuracy or technical problems with the Service, you may also open an issue on our GitHub repository.