LOT 894 information
Frequently Asked Questions
These answers explain how the LOT 894 website and its calculators are intended to work.
Is LOT 894 free to use?
Yes. The tools in this website package are available without a subscription or payment.
Do I need an account?
No account is required for the current calculators, converters or game.
Is calculator data stored?
Calculations are intended to run in the browser. Some preferences or recent values may be stored locally on the device when a feature requires them.
Why can results differ from another calculator?
Tools may use different formulas, rounding, dates, units, rates or exclusions. Compare the assumptions and methodology before deciding which result applies.
Are results qualified advice?
No. Results are informational and educational estimates and should not replace qualified adviser advice.
How are formulas selected?
LOT 894 uses established mathematical methods and prefers authoritative sources where the subject is regulated, medical or otherwise sensitive.
Does LOT 894 use live rates?
Only when a calculator identifies a connected source and update time. Otherwise, rates are supplied by the user or described as assumptions.
How do reports work?
Where available, a report summarises the current inputs, results, assumptions and method for printing or saving as a PDF through the browser.
How can I report an error?
The Contact page explains the information needed. A public contact channel still requires manual configuration.