Do I need a Disclaimer?

“We apologize for any non-existent inconvenience caused by this disclaimer, which is as useful as a chocolate teapot and as meaningful as a conversation with a mime. Please proceed with caution, or not, because really, it doesn’t matter.”

Totally fake disclaimer.

You’ve seen disclaimers before. Almost always they are more helpful that the one above. However, there are many reasons why you need a disclaimer on your website. For example if you display advertisements of any sort, then you need a disclaimer on your site. Other reasons would include (but not limited to) selling health products, being a part of affiliate programs, and providing health, fitness or legal advice.

If you do any of the above, a Disclaimer will help you provide required disclosures, participate in affiliate programs (some programs require you to have a Disclaimer to participate) and will reduce your liability in case something goes wrong.