Terms of Use

Acceptance of Terms

Welcome to ISO12312-2.com ("Website"), operated by Lunt Solar Systems ("we," "us," or "our"). By accessing or using this Website, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Use and our Privacy Policy. If you do not agree to these terms, please do not use this Website.

We reserve the right to modify these Terms of Use at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting to the Website. Your continued use of the Website following the posting of changes constitutes your acceptance of such changes.

Purpose of the Website

ISO12312-2.com provides educational information about the ISO 12312-2 international standard for solar viewing eye protection, including guidance on identifying compliant products, understanding certification requirements, and safe solar viewing practices.

We also maintain a list of manufacturers whose eclipse glasses and solar viewers we have verified to meet the ISO 12312-2 standard requirements.

Use of the Website

You agree to use this Website only for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms. You agree not to:

• Use the Website in any way that violates any applicable federal, state, local, or international law or regulation
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any portion of the Website or any systems or networks connected to the Website
• Use any robot, spider, or other automatic device to access the Website for any purpose
• Introduce any viruses, trojan horses, worms, or other harmful material
• Impersonate or attempt to impersonate us, our employees, another user, or any other person or entity
• Use any information obtained from the Website to harass, abuse, or harm another person or entity
• Reproduce, modify, distribute, or create derivative works based on Website content without our express written permission

Manufacturer Listings and Verification

We maintain a list of manufacturers whose products we have reviewed and verified to meet ISO 12312-2 standard requirements based on documentation submitted to us. Regarding these listings:

What Listing Means

• The manufacturer has submitted documentation that we have reviewed
• The documentation indicates the products meet ISO 12312-2 transmittance and safety requirements
• For EU-market products, we have reviewed EU Type Examination Certificates and Declarations of Conformity where applicable

What Listing Does Not Mean

• We do not certify products ourselves—we review existing certifications and test reports
• We cannot guarantee that every unit manufactured by a listed company is compliant
• Listing does not constitute an endorsement of the manufacturer's business practices, pricing, or customer service
• We are not responsible for products sold by third parties claiming to be from listed manufacturers

Verification Limitations

Our verification process relies on documentation provided by manufacturers. While we make reasonable efforts to verify the authenticity and validity of submitted documents, we cannot physically test every product or conduct on-site factory inspections. Manufacturers are solely responsible for the accuracy of information they provide and the compliance of their products.

Intellectual Property

The Website and its entire contents, features, and functionality (including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, icons, images, and software) are owned by Lunt Solar Systems or its licensors and are protected by United States and international copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

"ISO" and "ISO 12312-2" are references to standards published by the International Organization for Standardization. Use of these terms on this Website is for informational and educational purposes only and does not imply any affiliation with or endorsement by ISO.

You may print or download portions of the Website for your personal, non-commercial use, provided you retain all copyright and other proprietary notices. You may not modify, copy, distribute, transmit, display, perform, reproduce, publish, license, create derivative works from, transfer, or sell any content obtained from the Website for commercial purposes without our prior written consent.

User Submissions

If you submit materials to us (such as manufacturer verification documentation, contact form inquiries, or other content), you grant us a non-exclusive, royalty-free right to use, copy, and process such materials for the purposes for which they were submitted.

You represent and warrant that you own or control all rights to any content you submit, and that such content does not violate these Terms or any applicable law or regulation.

Manufacturer verification documentation is kept confidential and will not be shared publicly or with third parties, except as required by law or as necessary to process your submission.

Disclaimer of Warranties

THE WEBSITE AND ALL INFORMATION, CONTENT, AND MATERIALS INCLUDED ON THE WEBSITE ARE PROVIDED ON AN "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" BASIS, WITHOUT ANY WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED.

WE DISCLAIM ALL WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, TITLE, AND NON-INFRINGEMENT.

WE DO NOT WARRANT THAT:

• The Website will be uninterrupted, timely, secure, or error-free
• The information on the Website is complete, accurate, reliable, or current
• Any defects or errors will be corrected
• The Website is free of viruses or other harmful components

No Medical or Legal Advice

The information on this Website is for general educational purposes only and does not constitute medical or legal advice. Information about eye safety and solar retinopathy is provided for educational purposes and should not be considered a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of qualified health providers with any questions you may have regarding eye health or medical conditions.

Similarly, information about ISO standards, EU regulations, and certification requirements is provided for general guidance only and does not constitute legal advice. Consult with appropriate legal and regulatory professionals for advice specific to your situation.

Limitation of Liability

TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, IN NO EVENT WILL LUNT SOLAR SYSTEMS, ITS AFFILIATES, OFFICERS, DIRECTORS, EMPLOYEES, AGENTS, OR LICENSORS BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION, LOSS OF PROFITS, DATA, USE, GOODWILL, OR OTHER INTANGIBLE LOSSES, RESULTING FROM:

• Your access to or use of or inability to access or use the Website
• Any conduct or content of any third party on the Website
• Any content obtained from the Website
• Unauthorized access, use, or alteration of your transmissions or content
• Reliance on any information provided on the Website
• Products purchased from any manufacturer listed on or referenced by the Website
• Any injury or damage related to solar viewing, whether or not products used were from listed manufacturers

IN NO EVENT SHALL OUR TOTAL LIABILITY TO YOU FOR ALL DAMAGES EXCEED ONE HUNDRED DOLLARS ($100.00).

Third-Party Links

The Website may contain links to third-party websites or resources. These links are provided for your convenience only. We have no control over the contents of those sites or resources and accept no responsibility for them or for any loss or damage that may arise from your use of them.

Inclusion of any link does not imply endorsement by us of the linked site. Use of any linked website is at your own risk.

Indemnification

You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless Lunt Solar Systems and its affiliates, officers, directors, employees, and agents from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, judgments, awards, losses, costs, expenses, or fees (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising out of or relating to your violation of these Terms or your use of the Website.

Governing Law and Jurisdiction

These Terms of Use and any dispute or claim arising out of or in connection with them shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Arizona, United States, without regard to its conflict of law provisions.

Any legal suit, action, or proceeding arising out of or related to these Terms or the Website shall be instituted exclusively in the federal or state courts located in Pima County, Arizona. You waive any and all objections to the exercise of jurisdiction over you by such courts and to venue in such courts.

Severability

If any provision of these Terms is held to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect. The invalid, illegal, or unenforceable provision shall be modified to the minimum extent necessary to make it valid, legal, and enforceable.

Entire Agreement

These Terms of Use and our Privacy Policy constitute the entire agreement between you and Lunt Solar Systems regarding your use of the Website and supersede all prior and contemporaneous agreements, proposals, or representations, written or oral, concerning the Website.