Terms of use
The terms for using Web Design Survivalist, its field guides, checklists and website health check.
Last updated: November 6, 2026
These terms apply to your use of webdesignsurvivalist.com, published by Lone Star Data Ranch (“we”, “us”). By using the site you agree to them.
Information, not professional advice
Our field guides, checklists and health check are general information to help you understand and fix common website problems. Every website is different. Follow the steps at your own risk, take a backup before you change anything, and contact your web host or a professional when you are unsure.
No warranty
We work to keep the guides accurate and current, but the site is provided “as is” without warranties of any kind. We do not promise that the information is complete, correct for your situation, or that following it will fix your problem.
Limitation of liability
To the fullest extent the law allows, we are not liable for any loss or damage arising from your use of this website, including lost data, lost revenue or downtime.
The health check
The health check looks at a website from the outside, the same way a visitor’s browser does. You agree to use it only for websites you own, manage, or have a legitimate reason to check. You agree not to use it to overload, probe or attack any system, and not to automate requests to it. We limit how often it can be used and may block access that looks abusive.
Checklists and content
You may print and share our checklists and link to our guides. Please do not republish whole guides or checklists as your own or sell them. Copyright in the site content belongs to Lone Star Data Ranch.
Links and affiliate links
We link to third-party websites and tools that we think are useful. We are not responsible for their content or services. Some links may be affiliate links; see our disclosure.
Changes
We may update these terms. The date at the top of the page shows when they last changed.
Governing law
These terms are governed by the laws of the State of Texas, United States. Any dispute about them will be handled in the state or federal courts serving Hays County, Texas.
Contact
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