This page explains the rules for using christruitt.com, including how to use my code and instructions safely, and the limits of liability. If you download or implement anything from this site, please read this first.
Effective date: 1/14/2026
- Acceptance of these terms
By accessing or using this website (the “Site”), including any content, downloads, code, documentation, comments, forms, or links provided through the Site, you agree to these Terms of Use. If you do not agree, do not use the Site. - Informational and educational purposes only
The Site provides general information, documentation, and instructional material related to software and technology projects. The content is provided for informational purposes only and is not professional advice (legal, financial, security, compliance, or otherwise). You are solely responsible for how you use the content. - Open source and third-party components
Some projects referenced on this Site may be open source and/or include third-party dependencies, libraries, services, or integrations. Those projects and components may be governed by separate license terms and policies. You are responsible for reviewing and complying with any applicable third-party licenses and terms. - No warranties
The Site and all content, downloads, and code are provided “as is” and “as available,” without warranties of any kind, whether express or implied. Without limiting the foregoing, I disclaim any warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, non-infringement, accuracy, reliability, availability, security, or that the Site or any downloads will be error-free or uninterrupted. - Use at your own risk
Software and instructions provided through this Site may affect devices, systems, networks, accounts, data, and third-party services. You acknowledge that installing or using any code, integrations, or instructions is done at your own risk. You are responsible for verifying suitability, testing in a safe environment, maintaining backups, and ensuring your system security. - Limitation of liability
To the maximum extent permitted by law, in no event will I be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, consequential, exemplary, or punitive damages, or any loss of profits, revenue, data, goodwill, or business interruption, arising out of or related to your use of (or inability to use) the Site, content, instructions, code, downloads, or linked third-party services, even if advised of the possibility of such damages. - Indemnification
You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless the Site owner and contributors from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, judgments, losses, and expenses (including reasonable attorneys’ fees) arising out of or related to your use of the Site, your use/distribution of any code or downloads, or your violation of these Terms. - Intellectual property and permitted use
Unless otherwise stated, the Site content (text, graphics, and design) is owned by the Site owner and is protected by applicable intellectual property laws. You may view and print content for personal, non-commercial use. You may not copy, reproduce, republish, distribute, or create derivative works from Site content without permission, except where separate license terms (for example, open-source licenses) apply to specific code repositories. - Links to third-party sites and services
The Site may link to third-party websites and services (for example, GitHub, Hubitat, Google, Microsoft, or other service providers). Those third parties are not under my control, and I am not responsible for their content, security, availability, or policies. Your use of third-party services is subject to their terms and policies. - User submissions
If you submit information through the Site (for example, via a contact form), you represent that the information is accurate to the best of your knowledge and does not infringe the rights of others. Do not submit sensitive personal information or confidential data through the Site. - Changes to the Site and these terms
I may modify or discontinue the Site or any content at any time without notice. I may also update these Terms of Use from time to time. The “Effective date” will reflect the latest version. Your continued use of the Site after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated terms. - Contact
Questions about these Terms can be sent through the Contact page.