Terms of Service

Last updated: June 2024

Welcome to WattSilo ("WattSilo," "we," "us," or "our"), accessible at wattsilo.com. These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your access to and use of our website, reviews, guides, buying advice, comparison tables, and any other content or services we provide (collectively, the "Site"). By accessing or using the Site, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree, please discontinue use of the Site immediately.

1. Who We Are

WattSilo is an independent publication that reviews, compares, and reports on portable power stations, solar generators, batteries, and related accessories. We are not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by any manufacturer unless explicitly stated in a specific article.

2. Acceptable Use

By using the Site, you agree that you will not:

Use the Site for any unlawful purpose or in violation of any local, state, national, or international law.
Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our servers, databases, or any connected systems or networks.
Scrape, harvest, or copy substantial portions of our content for republication or commercial redistribution without written permission.
Upload or transmit viruses, malware, or any code of a destructive nature.
Impersonate WattSilo, our staff, or any other person or entity, or misrepresent your affiliation with anyone.
Interfere with or disrupt the security, integrity, or performance of the Site, including through automated bots, spam, or denial-of-service attacks.
Post or transmit any content that is defamatory, obscene, abusive, or infringes on the intellectual property or privacy rights of others (for example, in comments sections, if enabled).

We reserve the right to restrict, suspend, or terminate access to the Site for any user who violates these Terms, at our sole discretion and without prior notice.

3. Reviews, Testing, and Opinions Disclaimer

WattSilo publishes reviews, rankings, comparisons, buying guides, and technical commentary based on a combination of hands-on testing, manufacturer specifications, publicly available data, and editorial judgment. While we strive for accuracy and fairness, please understand the following:

All reviews, ratings, and opinions expressed on the Site reflect our subjective assessment at the time of publication and may not reflect the experience of every user or use case.
Product specifications, pricing, availability, firmware, and features are subject to change by manufacturers at any time without notice, and we cannot guarantee that our content is always fully up to date.
We make no warranty, express or implied, regarding the accuracy, completeness, reliability, or suitability of any information, review, or recommendation published on the Site.
Content on WattSilo is provided for general informational purposes only and does not constitute professional, electrical, safety, or purchasing advice. You should independently verify specifications, certifications, and safety information directly with manufacturers before making a purchase decision.
Any performance figures we report (such as runtime, charging speed, or capacity) are based on our own test conditions, which may differ from real-world results depending on environment, load, temperature, and device usage.

The Site and all content are provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis, without warranties of any kind, either express or implied, including but not limited to implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, or non-infringement.

4. Affiliate Relationships and Advertising Disclosure

WattSilo participates in affiliate marketing programs, which means we may earn commissions on purchases made through links on our Site, at no additional cost to you.

As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases. This site is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to Amazon.com. Amazon and the Amazon logo are trademarks of Amazon.com, Inc. or its affiliates. Affiliate relationships do not influence our editorial ratings or recommendations.

We may also participate in similar affiliate programs with other retailers and manufacturers. Regardless of any affiliate relationship, our editorial team maintains full control over which products we review, how we rate them, and what we recommend. Compensation never determines the outcome of a review or ranking.

5. Intellectual Property

Unless otherwise noted, all content on the Site, including text, graphics, logos, images, comparison charts, and layout, is the property of WattSilo and is protected by applicable copyright and intellectual property laws. You may share links to our content and quote brief excerpts with proper attribution, but you may not reproduce, republish, or distribute substantial portions of our content without prior written consent.

6. Third-Party Links

The Site contains links to third-party websites, including retailers, manufacturers, and other informational resources. These links are provided for convenience only. We do not control, endorse, or assume responsibility for the content, policies, or practices of any third-party site, and your use of such sites is at your own risk and subject to their respective terms and privacy policies.

7. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, WattSilo, its owners, contributors, employees, and affiliates shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, special, exemplary, or punitive damages arising out of or in connection with your access to, use of, or inability to use the Site, including but not limited to:

Purchasing decisions made based on our reviews, ratings, or recommendations.
Product defects, malfunctions, safety incidents, or damages related to any portable power station or related product mentioned on the Site.
Errors, inaccuracies, or omissions in any content published on the Site.
Loss of data, profits, goodwill, or other intangible losses resulting from your use of the Site.
Any interruption, unavailability, or discontinuation of the Site.

This limitation applies regardless of the legal theory asserted, whether in contract, tort, negligence, strict liability, or otherwise, and even if we have been advised of the possibility of such damages. Some jurisdictions do not allow certain limitations on liability, so some of the above limitations may not apply to you.

8. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless WattSilo and its owners, contributors, and affiliates from any claims, damages, losses, liabilities, and expenses (including reasonable legal fees) arising from your use of the Site or your violation of these Terms.

9. Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws applicable in the jurisdiction in which WattSilo operates, without regard to conflict-of-law principles. Any disputes arising from these Terms or your use of the Site shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts in that jurisdiction, unless otherwise required by applicable law.

10. Changes to These Terms

We may update or revise these Terms from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, legal requirements, or Site functionality. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last updated" date. Your continued use of the Site after any changes constitutes your acceptance of the revised Terms. We encourage you to review this page periodically.

11. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable or invalid under applicable law, that provision shall be limited or eliminated to the minimum extent necessary, and the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.

12. Contact Us

If you have any questions about these Terms, please contact us through the contact information provided on our Site. We aim to respond to all inquiries in a timely manner.