Disclaimer

⚠️ General Disclaimer

AQIMap.fun is a free, educational platform designed to raise public awareness about global air quality and pollution levels. By using our Service, you acknowledge and agree that all information, data, visualizations, and content provided through aqimap.fun are presented for informational purposes only and come with no warranties or guarantees of any kind.

This disclaimer page supplements our Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policy. Please read all three documents carefully to fully understand your rights, responsibilities, and the limitations of our Service before relying on any information displayed on AQIMap.fun.

📊 Data Accuracy & Reliability

Third-Party Data Sources

All air quality index (AQI) values displayed on AQIMap.fun are sourced from external third-party providers, primarily the World Air Quality Index (WAQI) project. We do NOT independently verify, measure, or validate this datainternal monitoring equipment. We act solely as a data aggregator and visualization platform.

The accuracy, completeness, timeliness, and reliability of air quality data depend entirely on:

Source Monitoring Stations: The calibration, maintenance, and operational status of physical air quality monitoring equipment operated by government agencies and environmental organizations worldwide
Data Transmission: The reliability of communication networks transferring data from monitoring stations to centralized databases
API Availability: The uptime and performance of third-party APIs (primarily WAQI) that we query for real-time data
Regional Coverage: The density and distribution of monitoring stations, which varies dramatically by country and region

Potential Inaccuracies

You should be aware that the air quality data displayed on AQIMap.fun may be:

Outdated: Real-time data typically updates hourly but may be delayed by network issues or station downtime
Geographically Limited: Country-wide averages may not reflect localized pollution hotspots or clean zones within that country
Seasonally Variable: Historical averages don't account for seasonal fluctuations (e.g., wildfire season, agricultural burning periods)
Incomplete: Some countries have sparse monitoring coverage, leading to less reliable average calculations
Incorrect: Equipment malfunctions, calibration errors, or data transmission glitches can produce erroneous readings

We make reasonable efforts to display data accurately as provided by our sources, but we cannot guarantee correctness. Always cross-reference critical air quality information with official government sources or local environmental agencies before making important health decisions.

🏥 Not Medical or Health Professional Advice

IMPORTANT: The information provided through AQIMap.fun, including AQI values, cigarette equivalents, color-coded severity levels, and any health-related descriptions, does NOT constitute medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment recommendations. Our Service is an educational tool only.

Consult Healthcare Professionals

If you have concerns about how air pollution may affect your health—particularly if you have pre-existing conditions such as asthma, COPD, cardiovascular disease, allergies, or pregnancy—you MUST consult with qualified healthcare providers including:

Your primary care physician or doctor
Pulmonologists (lung specialists) for respiratory concerns
Cardiologists for heart-related questions
Allergists for pollution-triggered allergies
Pediatricians for childrenrelated air quality concerns

Cigarette Equivalent Limitations

The cigarette equivalent calculations on AQIMap.fun are simplified approximations based on Berkeley Earth's research comparing PM2.5 exposure from ambient air pollution to active cigarette smoking. These conversions:

Do NOT account for individual factors like age, weight, lung capacity, or existing health conditions
Assume 24-hour continuous exposure to the stated AQI level
Focus primarily on PM2.5 particulate matter and don't account for other pollutants (ozone, NO2, SO2, CO)
Use a linear conversion ratio (AQI ÷ 22) that may not perfectly match actual health impacts
Serve as educational analogies to make abstract AQI numbers relatable, not precise medical equivalencies

Use these cigarette equivalents as rough guidelines for understanding relative pollution severity, not as precise health risk calculations.

🌐 No Substitute for Official Sources

AQIMap.fun is an independent, unofficial educational project NOT affiliated with, endorsed by, or representing:

Environmental Protection Agencies (EPAs) of any country
World Health Organization (WHO)
United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP)
World Air Quality Index (WAQI) project (we use their API but are not officially affiliated)
Any government health or environmental department

For official air quality information, health advisories, and emergency notifications, always refer to your national or local environmental protection agency, such as:

United States: EPA AirNow (airnow.gov)
India: Central Pollution Control Board (cpcb.nic.in)
United Kingdom: UK Air (uk-air.defra.gov.uk)
European Union: European Air Quality Index (airindex.eea.europa.eu)
China: Ministry of Ecology and Environment (mee.gov.cn)

During air quality emergencies, pollution episodes, or public health warnings, rely on official government channels for evacuation orders, health advisories, and safety guidance—not on third-party websites like AQIMap.fun.

🔧 Service Availability & Technical Limitations

AQIMap.fun is provided free of charge as a passion project maintained by a single developer. As such:

No Uptime Guarantees

We do NOT guarantee continuous, uninterrupted access to the Service. The website may experience downtime due to:

Server maintenance or upgrades
Hosting provider outages
Third-party API failures (if WAQI is down, our data becomes unavailable)
Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) attacks or security incidents
Natural disasters or infrastructure failures
Budget constraints limiting hosting resources

Feature Changes & Deprecation

We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue any feature of AQIMap.fun at any time without prior notice. This includes but is not limited to:

Removing support for specific countries or regions
Changing the visual design or user interface
Altering how AQI data is calculated or displayed
Discontinuing the Service entirely if maintenance becomes unsustainable

While we value our users and will make reasonable efforts to communicate major changes, the free and voluntary nature of this project means we cannot commit to indefinite Service availability or support.

🌍 Geographic & Temporal Variations

Air quality is highly variable across both space and time. The AQI values displayed on AQIMap.fun represent point-in-time snapshots or historical averages and may not reflect:

Micro-Local Variations

Air quality can vary dramatically within short distances. A monitoring station in downtown may show high pollution while a nearby park has much cleaner air. Country-level or even city-level averages cannot capture these micro-local variations. If you live near highways, industrial facilities, construction sites, or other pollution sources, your actual exposure may differ significantly from the displayed values.

Rapid Changes

Air quality can change quickly due to:

Weather events (wind dispersion, rain washout, temperature inversions)
Wildfires, dust storms, or volcanic eruptions
Traffic patterns and rush hour timing
Industrial emissions variability
Agricultural burning activities

The data you see on AQIMap.fun may be outdated by the time you view it, especially during rapidly changing conditions. For time-sensitive decisions, check more frequently updated sources.

Historical Data Limitations

For locations without real-time monitoring, we display 2-year historical averages. These averages:

Don't reflect recent trends or improvements/deteriorations in air quality
Smooth out seasonal peaks and valleys
May be based on limited or poor-quality historical data
Cannot account for current events, emergencies, or unusual conditions

⚖️ Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law:

No Liability for Harm: Bhavishya Singla and AQIMap.fun shall NOT be held liable for any health effects, injuries, illnesses, property damage, or other harm resulting from your use of or reliance on the Service or its data
No Liability for Decisions: We are not responsible for any decisions you make based on air quality information displayed on aqimap.fun, including but not limited to travel decisions, outdoor activity planning, real estate purchases, or medical choices
No Liability for Third Parties: We are not liable for errors, omissions, or failures in third-party data sources, APIs, or services we rely upon
No Liability for Technical Issues: We are not responsible for data loss, browser compatibility issues, display errors, or any technical problems you experience while using the Service

YOU USE AQIMAP.FUN ENTIRELY AT YOUR OWN RISK. The Service is provided "as is" without warranties of any kind.

📚 Educational Purpose Only

AQIMap.fun exists to:

Raise general public awareness about air pollution
Make environmental data more accessible and understandable
Encourage informed decision-making about air quality
Serve as an educational resource for students, researchers, and the curious

It is NOT intended to:

Replace professional air quality monitoring services
Provide actionable medical or health guidance
Serve as an emergency alert system
Substitute for official environmental agency communications
Offer legal, regulatory compliance, or policy advice

🔄 Updates to This Disclaimer

We may update this Disclaimer from time to time to reflect changes in our Service, legal requirements, or best practices. When we make material changes, we will update the date at the top of this page and may display a notification on aqimap.fun. Continued use of the Service after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated Disclaimer.

📞 Questions & Contact

If you have questions about this Disclaimer, need clarification on any point, or wish to report inaccurate data, please contact AQIMap.fun creator Bhavishya Singla through the social media channels listed on the About Us page.

While we appreciate feedback and will respond when possible, please understand that aqimap.fun is a volunteer project with limited resources. For urgent air quality concerns or health emergencies, contact official agencies or medical professionals immediately rather than waiting for our response.