Terms of Use
Last updated: February 2026
Acceptance of Terms
By accessing and using PlainEnviro ("the Site"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Use. If you do not agree with any part of these terms, please do not use the Site.
Data Accuracy Disclaimer
PlainEnviro presents data sourced from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), including the Toxics Release Inventory, Safe Drinking Water Information System, and Superfund National Priorities List. While we make every effort to present this data accurately, we do not guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or timeliness of any information displayed on the Site.
Data may contain errors, omissions, or be outdated. Government datasets are updated periodically, and there may be a lag between updates and when new data appears on PlainEnviro. Always verify critical information directly with the EPA or official government sources before making environmental, health, property, or legal decisions.
Acceptable Use
You agree to use PlainEnviro for lawful purposes only. You may not:
- Use the Site in any way that violates applicable laws or regulations
- Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any part of the Site, its servers, or any connected systems
- Use automated tools (bots, scrapers, crawlers) to access the Site in a manner that degrades performance for other users
- Redistribute, sell, or commercially exploit the Site's content without permission
- Misrepresent the Site or its data as an official government resource
Intellectual Property
The design, layout, and original content of PlainEnviro (including text, graphics, logos, and code) are the property of PlainEnviro and are protected by intellectual property laws.
The underlying data displayed on PlainEnviro is sourced from U.S. government datasets, which are generally in the public domain. Our presentation, organization, and analysis of that data is original work.
Not Professional Advice
PlainEnviro provides data for informational purposes only. Nothing on this Site constitutes professional environmental, health, legal, or real estate advice. We are not affiliated with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, any state agency, or any other government body.
Consult qualified professionals and official sources before making decisions about property purchases, health concerns, environmental remediation, or legal matters related to environmental contamination.
Limitation of Liability
PlainEnviro and its operators shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages arising from your use of, or inability to use, the Site. This includes damages resulting from reliance on any data or information obtained through the Site.
The Site is 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.
External Links
PlainEnviro may contain links to external websites, including EPA and other government agency websites. We are not responsible for the content, privacy practices, or availability of these external sites. Following external links is at your own risk.
Changes to Terms
We reserve the right to modify these Terms of Use at any time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date. Your continued use of PlainEnviro after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the revised terms.
Governing Law
These Terms of Use shall be governed by and construed in accordance with applicable laws. Any disputes arising from these terms or your use of PlainEnviro shall be resolved through appropriate legal channels.