Terms and conditions
Terms & Conditions
Plain-English terms for using CalculatorZed — Zambia’s free calculator platform.
Acceptance of Terms
By accessing or using CalculatorZed (available at calculatorszed.com), you confirm that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms & Conditions, our Privacy Policy, and all policies referenced herein.
If you do not agree with any part of these terms, you must not use the website. Continued use of the site following any posted changes constitutes your acceptance of those changes.
These terms apply to all visitors and users — whether accessing from Zambia or internationally.
About CalculatorZed
CalculatorZed is a free online calculator platform designed primarily for users in Zambia. It provides tools across categories including tax & salary, finance, health, agriculture, education, construction, transport, and more.
Our calculators use publicly available data such as ZRA PAYE tax bands, NAPSA rates, NHIMA deductions, and other official figures. We make every effort to keep these rates current, but we cannot guarantee that all information is error-free or up to date at the exact moment you use it.
Disclaimer of Advice
All results and information provided by CalculatorZed are for general informational and educational purposes only. They do not constitute — and must not be relied upon as — professional advice of any kind.
Calculator results are estimates based on your inputs and publicly available rates. They are NOT a substitute for advice from a qualified accountant, financial advisor, medical professional, or legal practitioner.
CalculatorZed results should not be the sole basis for:
- ✕ Filing official tax returns with the Zambia Revenue Authority (ZRA)
- ✕ Making significant financial, investment, or business decisions
- ✕ Medical diagnosis, treatment, or healthcare decisions
- ✕ Legal matters, contracts, or regulatory compliance
- ✕ Agricultural planning that could result in significant financial loss
Always verify results with official sources and consult a qualified professional when making important decisions.
Accuracy & Updates
We strive to keep all calculator logic and data accurate. However, Zambian government regulations, ZRA tax bands, NAPSA/NHIMA rates, and operator tariffs can change without notice.
| Data Type | Source | Update Trigger | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| ZRA PAYE Bands | Zambia Revenue Authority | After each national budget | Current |
| NAPSA Rates | NAPSA Zambia | When regulations change | Current |
| NHIMA Rates | NHIMA Zambia | When regulations change | Current |
| MTN / Airtel Fees | Operator tariff sheets | When tariffs change | Best Effort |
| General Calculators | Standard formulas | Ongoing review | Stable |
CalculatorZed reserves the right to correct, update, or remove any calculator or content at any time without prior notice.
Intellectual Property
All content on CalculatorZed — including calculator logic, articles, page design, graphics, logos, and code — is the intellectual property of CalculatorZed and is protected under applicable Zambian and international copyright laws.
✅ You are permitted to:
- ✓ Use calculators freely for personal or business reference
- ✓ Share links to our pages on social media or other websites
- ✓ Reference our content with proper attribution and a link back
🚫 You are not permitted to:
- ✕ Copy, reproduce, or republish calculators or articles without written permission
- ✕ Scrape or bulk-download content or data from this website
- ✕ Embed our calculators in other websites without permission
- ✕ Sell, sublicense, or commercially exploit any of our content
- ✕ Remove or obscure any copyright or attribution notices
To request permission for other uses, contact hello@calculatorszed.com.
Advertising & Third Parties
CalculatorZed is funded by display advertising provided by Google AdSense. Ads are served automatically by Google and may be personalised based on your browsing history and interests.
Google may use cookies (including the DoubleClick cookie) to serve relevant ads. You can opt out of personalised advertising at Google Ads Settings.
CalculatorZed has no control over the content of displayed advertisements. We are not responsible for any products, services, or claims made in third-party ads. Our website may also link to external sites for reference purposes — these links do not constitute endorsement, and we take no responsibility for any external content.
Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, CalculatorZed and its owners, contributors, and operators shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages arising from your use of this website or its results.
- ! Financial losses resulting from reliance on calculator estimates
- ! Tax penalties or errors arising from use of PAYE or salary tools
- ! Health decisions made on the basis of BMI or calorie calculators
- ! Business losses from profit, loan, or farming calculator estimates
- ! Any loss arising from temporary unavailability of the website
CalculatorZed is provided on an “as is” and “as available” basis without any warranties, express or implied.
Acceptable Use
You agree to use CalculatorZed only for lawful purposes and in a way that does not infringe the rights of others. Prohibited conduct includes:
- ✕ Using bots or scrapers to access or download content
- ✕ Attempting to gain unauthorised access to any website systems
- ✕ Transmitting malicious code, viruses, or disruptive data
- ✕ Impersonating CalculatorZed or its team in any way
- ✕ Using the site in any way that could damage its reputation
- ✕ Circumventing any security or access controls on the website
We reserve the right to block any user or IP address that violates these conditions.
Privacy & Cookies
Your use of CalculatorZed is governed by our Privacy Policy, incorporated into these Terms by reference. By using this site, you consent to the data practices described therein.
- ✓ No personal information is collected through the calculators themselves
- ✓ Cookies are used for analytics (Google Analytics) and advertising (Google AdSense)
- ✓ Personal data is never sold, rented, or shared with third parties for marketing
- ✓ You can opt out of personalised ads via Google Ads Settings
Review the full Privacy Policy for complete details.
Changes to These Terms
CalculatorZed reserves the right to update or modify these Terms & Conditions at any time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated date. We encourage you to review this page periodically.
Your continued use of the website after any changes constitutes acceptance of the revised terms. If you disagree with updated terms, please stop using the website.
Governing Law
These Terms & Conditions are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Republic of Zambia. Any disputes arising from the use of this website shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of Zambia.
If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.
Questions About These Terms?
If you have questions, concerns, or requests relating to these Terms & Conditions, our team is happy to help.
✉ hello@calculatorszed.com