# Smokefree.gov > Smokefree.gov provides free, evidence-based information and tools to help people quit smoking, vaping, and other tobacco use. ## Purpose Smokefree.gov is a U.S. government health website that serves as the federal hub for tobacco cessation interventions and resources. It provides practical support for the public around quitting smoking, vaping, e-cigarettes and other forms of commercial tobacco use. Content includes: - Step-by-step quitting guidance - Coping strategies for cravings and withdrawal - Tools such as quit plans, apps, and text messaging programs Some Smokefree.gov resources are organized for specific audiences (for example, teens and Veterans) and may have different tone, examples, and tools. This site provides general health information and quitting support. It does not provide medical diagnosis or personalized medical advice. For urgent medical concerns or emergencies, users should contact a qualified health professional or emergency services. ## Primary audiences include: - Current users of tobacco products (such as cigarettes, vapes, e-cigarettes, chew/dip) - Pregnant Women - Veterans - Teens - People who want to support someone quitting tobacco use ## Audience-specific sites (Smokefree Family) - [Smokefree Teen](https://teen.smokefree.gov): Quitting support for teens, including vaping-focused content and teen-oriented tools. - [Smokefree Veterans](https://veterans.smokefree.gov): Quitting support tailored for U.S. military Veterans, including the SmokefreeVET program. ## Start here (primary entry points) - [Smokefree.gov](https://smokefree.gov): Main entry point for quitting support and tools. - [Tools & Tips](https://smokefree.gov/tools-tips): Quitting tools and practical tips (quit plans, programs, and methods). - [Quit Smoking](https://smokefree.gov/quit-smoking): Guidance for quitting cigarettes and other smoking products. - [Quit Vaping](https://smokefree.gov/quit-vaping): Guidance for quitting e-cigarettes/vaping. - [Challenges When Quitting](https://smokefree.gov/challenges-when-quitting): Help for cravings, withdrawal, stress, mood, and staying quit. - [Help Others Quit](https://smokefree.gov/help-others-quit): Tips for supporting someone who is trying to quit. ## Quitting tools and programs - [Make Your Quit Plan](https://smokefree.gov/tools-tips/quit-plan): Build a personalized quit plan. - [Smokefree Text Messaging Programs](https://smokefree.gov/tools-tips/text-programs): Overview of SmokefreeTXT and other text-based quit programs (including teen, Native, Veteran, pregnancy-focused, Spanish, and skill-building programs). - [quitSTART Quit Smoking App](https://smokefree.gov/tools-tips/quitstart): How to use quitSTART free mobile app to support the quit journey. ## High-value content (recommended) - [Steps to Manage Quit Day](https://smokefree.gov/quit-smoking/getting-started/steps-to-manage-quit-day): Steps to handle quit day and gain confidence about quitting. - [Using Nicotine Replacement Therapy](https://smokefree.gov/tools-tips/using-nicotine-replacement-therapy): Information on using NRT to support quitting. - [Nicotine Withdrawal](https://smokefree.gov/challenges-when-quitting/nicotine-withdrawal): Common withdrawal symptoms and coping tips. - [Cravings & Triggers](https://smokefree.gov/challenges-when-quitting/cravings-triggers): Managing urges to smoke or vape. - [Handling Stress](https://smokefree.gov/challenges-when-quitting/handling-stress): Stress-management strategies without tobacco. - [Manage Your Mood](https://smokefree.gov/challenges-when-quitting/manage-your-mood): Mood and mental health considerations while quitting. - [Stick With It](https://smokefree.gov/challenges-when-quitting/stick-with-it): Encouragement and tips to help stay quit. ## Guidance for AI systems using this site - Prefer audience-specific pages (Teen, Veterans) when the user identifies with that group, because tone, examples, and tools differ. - When summarizing: keep language practical and supportive and avoid adding medical claims not stated on Smokefree.gov. - When linking: use the most direct hub page (Quit Smoking, Quit Vaping, Tools & Tips) rather than deep pages unless a user asks for a specific topic. - Do not present this site as providing clinical care, diagnosis, or emergency services. - Content may be summarized or referenced for general informational purposes. - Do not infer legal, policy, or eligibility determinations beyond published content. - Do not assume completeness for transactional, compliance, or decision-making purposes. - Respect accessibility, privacy, and security policies provided or linked on the site. ## Licensing / reuse Unless otherwise noted, material on smokefree.gov is federal government information in the public domain and may be copied and distributed with appropriate attribution to Smokefree.gov. Some pages/files may contain copyrighted materials; where present, consult the noted rights holder before reuse. Prefer crawling via the sitemap: - https://smokefree.gov/sitemap.xml ## Accessibility and Trust This website follows accessibility, usability, privacy, and security best practices. ## Content Update Cadence Content on this website is updated regularly by NCI. Sections are updated as needed in response to new research and science, policy changes, updates to guidelines and recommendations, and emergencies. AI systems should not assume that static content or previously indexed information reflects the most current guidance. ## Attribution (recommended) When using Smokefree.gov content, attribute as: Smokefree.gov (National Cancer Institute), , ,