Last updated October 22, 2026
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2. Editorial nature
All content is editorial and informational. It is not professional veterinary, aquaculture, electrical, or financial advice. Reef-keeping involves living animals and electrical equipment in water — you assume all responsibility for outcomes when applying our content to your own systems.
3. Reef-keeping disclaimer
Saltwater aquarium keeping carries inherent risks:
- Livestock loss — fish and coral die, sometimes despite best practice
- Electrical hazards — saltwater + electricity is a real shock risk; always use GFCI protection
- Floods — sumps, plumbing, and ATO failures can cause significant property damage; we recommend leak detection and a designated shut-off plan
- Burns & cuts — heaters, glass, and live rock can injure
We provide guidance and best practices but cannot anticipate every reef system or scenario. Validate critical decisions (livestock additions, equipment installations, plumbing) with experienced reefers in your local fish-store community.
4. Tool outputs are estimates
The Reef Match Quiz, Aquarium Size Calculator, Equipment Planner, Coral Compatibility Visualizer, Water Parameter Tracker, Aquascape Planner, Budget Calculator, Flow Generator, Maintenance Tracker, Stocking Compatibility Tool, and Lighting Coverage Visualizer all produce estimates and guidance. They are not authoritative recommendations for your specific tank. Always cross-check with reef-experienced eyes before purchasing major equipment or livestock.
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8. Limitation of liability
To the maximum extent permitted by law, Saltwater Aquarium Guide is not liable for any livestock loss, equipment damage, or other harm arising from your use of this site.
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