Investment Disclaimer

1. Not Investment Advice

ShortStockScanner.com is NOT a registered investment advisor, broker-dealer, financial analyst, or financial planner.

Nothing on this website should be considered:

• A recommendation to buy, sell, or hold any security
• An offer or solicitation for the purchase or sale of any security
• Personalized investment advice
• A substitute for professional financial advice

All content is provided solely for educational purposes to help users understand technical analysis concepts and short selling strategies.

2. Risks of Short Selling

Short selling is an advanced trading strategy that carries substantial risk.

Additional risks of short selling include:

• Margin Requirements: Short selling requires a margin account and you may face margin calls
• Short Squeezes: Rapid price increases can force short sellers to cover at significant losses
• Borrowing Costs: You may pay fees to borrow shares, which can be substantial for hard-to-borrow stocks
• Dividend Liability: Short sellers must pay any dividends declared while the position is open
• Forced Buy-ins: Your broker may force you to close your position at any time
• Regulatory Restrictions: Short selling may be restricted or banned during market volatility
• Gap Risk: Stocks can gap up significantly overnight, bypassing stop losses

3. No Guarantees

We make no representations or warranties about:

• The accuracy, reliability, or completeness of any information on this site
• The performance of any trading signals or strategies
• Future price movements of any securities
• The suitability of any information for your specific situation

Past performance is not indicative of future results. Any backtested or historical performance data is hypothetical and has inherent limitations. Actual trading results may differ significantly.

4. Virtual Trading

Our virtual trading feature is for educational purposes only and uses simulated (paper) money. Results from virtual trading:

• Do not reflect real market conditions, including slippage, fees, and liquidity
• May not be achievable in actual trading
• Do not account for the psychological aspects of real trading
• Should not be used to predict real trading performance

5. Data and Information

Market data and stock information displayed on our site:

• Is obtained from third-party sources believed to be reliable but not guaranteed
• May be delayed and not reflect real-time prices
• May contain errors or inaccuracies
• Should be verified with your broker before making any trading decisions

We are not responsible for any errors, omissions, or delays in the data, or any actions taken in reliance on it.

6. Technical Analysis Limitations

Our signals and scores are based on technical analysis indicators, which have significant limitations:

• Technical analysis is based on historical price patterns that may not repeat
• Indicators can produce false signals
• Market conditions can change rapidly, invalidating technical setups
• Fundamental factors, news, and events can override technical signals
• No technical indicator or system is consistently profitable

7. Your Responsibility

By using ShortStockScanner.com, you acknowledge and agree that:

• You are solely responsible for your own investment decisions
• You will conduct your own research and due diligence
• You understand the risks involved in short selling
• You will consult with qualified professionals before making investment decisions
• You will not rely solely on information from this site for trading decisions
• You will only trade with money you can afford to lose

8. Consult Professionals

Before making any investment decisions, we strongly recommend consulting with:

• A licensed financial advisor or investment professional
• A tax professional regarding tax implications
• A legal professional if you have questions about regulations

These professionals can provide personalized advice based on your specific financial situation, risk tolerance, and investment goals.

9. Regulatory Notice

This website is not regulated by any financial regulatory authority. We do not hold any licenses related to investment advice, securities dealing, or financial services.

Users are responsible for complying with all applicable laws and regulations in their jurisdiction, including those related to securities trading and short selling.

10. Limitation of Liability

UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES SHALL SHORTSCAN.IO, ITS OWNERS, OPERATORS, EMPLOYEES, OR AFFILIATES BE LIABLE FOR ANY LOSSES, DAMAGES, OR COSTS ARISING FROM:

• Your use of or reliance on information from this site
• Any trading or investment decisions you make
• Any errors or omissions in the content
• Any interruption or unavailability of the service

This limitation applies to the fullest extent permitted by applicable law.

11. Acknowledgment

By using ShortStockScanner.com, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to this Investment Disclaimer. If you do not agree with any part of this disclaimer, please do not use our services.