Getting Started

Midwest Weather provides comprehensive weather data for all 50 U.S. states and Canadian provinces/territories through both a Discord bot and this website. No account required for website access - just select your location and get instant weather updates.

Adding the Bot to Discord

1. Click the "Invite Bot" button in the navigation
2. Select your Discord server from the dropdown
3. Authorize the requested permissions
4. Start using commands like /weather or /weather-ca

Using the Website

The website provides anonymous weather lookup without needing a Discord account:

🇺🇸 United States

1. Navigate to the Weather page
2. Select the "United States" tab
3. Select your Region (Midwest, Southeast, Northeast, Southwest, or West)
4. Choose your State
5. Pick your City
6. View current conditions and 7-day forecast

🇨🇦 Canada

1. Navigate to the Weather page
2. Select the "Canada" tab
3. Select your Region (Western, Central, Atlantic, or Northern)
4. Choose your Province/Territory
5. Pick your Municipality
6. View current conditions and 7-day forecast

Coverage

API Integration

The website and Discord bot are tightly integrated through a custom API. This ensures:

• Real-time synchronization of weather data
• Live bot status monitoring for both U.S. and Canadian servers
• Instant announcement broadcasting
• Consistent experience across platforms and countries

Support

For questions, issues, or feedback, visit our Discord server or check the Status page for system health information.

🎙️ Podcast Integration (Coming Soon)

Midwest Weather Bot is expanding to support podcast creators! This feature is currently in development.

• Request real-time weather updates during live recordings
• Get detailed forecast information for show planning
• Access weather data for multiple locations simultaneously

⚠️ This sector is currently closed for development. We'll announce when podcast features go live!

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing and using Midwest Weather Bot and its associated website (midwestweather.online), you accept and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service. If you do not agree to these terms, please do not use our services.

2. Description of Service

Midwest Weather provides real-time weather information for cities across the United States and Canada through:

• Discord bot integration with slash commands
• Public website for weather lookup
• API access for data retrieval

All weather data is provided "as is" for informational purposes only. We aggregate data from public sources including the National Weather Service (NWS) and Environment Canada.

3. Use of Service

You agree to:

• Use the service for lawful purposes only
• Not attempt to disrupt, damage, or interfere with the service
• Not use automated systems to excessively query the API
• Not redistribute or resell weather data obtained from our service
• Comply with Discord's Terms of Service when using the bot

4. Disclaimer of Warranties

Midwest Weather is provided FREE OF CHARGE on an "AS IS" and "AS AVAILABLE" basis. We make no warranties, expressed or implied, regarding:

• Accuracy, reliability, or completeness of weather data
• Uninterrupted or error-free operation
• Fitness for a particular purpose

⚠️ CRITICAL WEATHER DECISIONS: Do not rely solely on Midwest Weather for life-safety decisions. Always consult official sources (NWS, Environment Canada) for severe weather warnings and emergency situations.

5. Limitation of Liability

Kurrasch Gaming Merch Store LLC and Midwest Weather shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages arising from:

• Use or inability to use the service
• Inaccurate weather information
• Service interruptions or downtime
• Any decisions made based on weather data provided

6. Intellectual Property

The Midwest Weather name, logo, website design, and custom code are © 2025 Kurrasch Gaming Merch Store LLC. All rights reserved. Weather data is sourced from public government APIs and remains the property of their respective providers.

7. Termination

We reserve the right to terminate or suspend access to our service at any time, without notice, for conduct that violates these Terms of Service or is harmful to other users.

8. Governing Law

These Terms of Service are governed by the laws of the State of Minnesota, United States, without regard to conflict of law principles.

9. Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these terms at any time. Continued use of the service after changes constitutes acceptance of the modified terms.

10. Contact

For questions about these Terms of Service, please visit our Discord server or check the Status page.

Our Privacy Commitment

Midwest Weather is committed to protecting your privacy. This policy explains what data we collect and how we use it.

1. Information We Collect

Discord Bot Usage

When you use Midwest Weather Bot, we collect:

• Discord User ID: Used for command logging
• Discord Username: Displayed in command logs
• Server/Guild ID: Used to track server-specific usage
• Command Usage: Which commands you use and when
• City Selections: Which cities you query for weather

Website Usage

When you visit midwestweather.online, we collect:

• NO personal information: The website is completely anonymous
• NO cookies: We don't use tracking cookies
• NO IP logging: Your IP address is not stored

2. How We Use Your Information

We use collected information to:

• Provide weather data for requested locations
• Monitor bot performance and uptime
• Troubleshoot technical issues
• Generate anonymous usage statistics
• Comply with Discord's Terms of Service

3. Data Retention

Command Logs: Stored for up to 90 days
Weather Cache: Cleared every 10 minutes
Website Data: No data is stored (anonymous access)

4. Data Sharing

We DO NOT sell, trade, or share your personal information with third parties. Weather data is sourced from public government APIs (NWS, Environment Canada).

5. Third-Party Services

Midwest Weather integrates with:

• Discord: Subject to Discord's Privacy Policy
• National Weather Service (NWS): U.S. weather data
• Environment Canada: Canadian weather data
• GitHub Pages: Website hosting

These services have their own privacy policies that govern their data practices.

6. Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Request deletion of your command logs
• Stop using the service at any time
• Remove the bot from your Discord server

7. Children's Privacy

Midwest Weather does not knowingly collect information from children under 13. Use of the Discord bot requires compliance with Discord's age requirements (13+).

8. Changes to Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Continued use of the service constitutes acceptance of any changes.

9. Contact

For privacy-related questions or to request data deletion, please contact us through our Discord server.

Copyright Ownership

© 2025 Kurrasch Gaming Merch Store LLC. All rights reserved.

Midwest Weather, including but not limited to the Discord bot, website, logo, design elements, and custom source code, are the intellectual property of Kurrasch Gaming Merch Store LLC.

Protected Works

The following are protected under copyright law:

• Midwest Weather™ Name and Branding: Trademark and service marks
• Bot Source Code: Custom-built Discord bot application
• Website Design: HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and visual elements
• Logo and Graphics: Midwest Weather tornado logo and associated imagery
• Database Structure: City database organization and formatting
• API Integration: Custom API endpoints and data handling

Third-Party Content

Weather Data Sources:

• U.S. Weather Data: National Weather Service (NWS) - Public domain
• Canadian Weather Data: Environment Canada - Open Government License

Weather data itself remains the property of respective government agencies. Midwest Weather's compilation, presentation, and delivery of this data is proprietary.

Open Source Components:

• Discord.js library - Apache License 2.0
• Node.js runtime - MIT License
• Express.js framework - MIT License

Permitted Use

You MAY:

• Use Midwest Weather Bot in your Discord server
• Access weather data through our website
• Share links to midwestweather.online
• Take screenshots for personal/educational use with attribution

Prohibited Use

You MAY NOT:

• Copy, redistribute, or resell the bot or website code
• Reverse engineer or decompile the bot application
• Use the Midwest Weather name or logo without permission
• Create derivative works based on our service
• Scrape or mass-download data from our API
• Claim ownership of any Midwest Weather components

DMCA Compliance

Midwest Weather complies with the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA). If you believe your copyrighted work has been used inappropriately, please contact us with:

• Description of the copyrighted work
• Location of the alleged infringement
• Your contact information
• A statement of good faith belief

Licensing Inquiries

For commercial licensing, partnership opportunities, or permission to use Midwest Weather content beyond the scope of permitted use, please contact Kurrasch Gaming Merch Store LLC through our Discord server.

Governing Law

This Copyright Notice is governed by the laws of the State of Minnesota, United States, and applicable federal copyright law.

Attribution

When referencing Midwest Weather, please use:
"Midwest Weather - © 2026 Kurrasch Gaming Merch Store LLC"