TERMS OF SERVICE

BerriesRecipes.com

Welcome to BerriesRecipes.com!

Thank you for visiting BerriesRecipes.com (“we,” “us,” “our,” or the “Website”). These Terms of Service (“Terms”) govern your access to and use of our website, mobile applications, and all related services (collectively, the “Service”). By accessing or using our Service, you agree to be bound by these Terms.

If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use our Service.

1. ACCEPTANCE OF TERMS

By accessing, browsing, or using BerriesRecipes.com in any way, including but not limited to:

Viewing recipes and content
Creating an account
Submitting recipes or comments
Downloading content
Using our mobile application

You acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms and our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated by reference.

2. ABOUT OUR SERVICE

BerriesRecipes.com is a specialized culinary platform dedicated to berry-based recipes, nutritional information, and cooking techniques. Our Service includes:

Recipe Collection: Curated and user-submitted recipes featuring berries as primary ingredients
Nutritional Guides: Information about berry varieties, health benefits, and nutritional content
Community Features: User accounts, recipe reviews, ratings, and cooking tips
Seasonal Content: Berry harvesting guides, seasonal recipe recommendations, and preservation techniques
Educational Resources: Cooking tutorials, berry identification guides, and culinary techniques

3. ACCOUNT REGISTRATION AND RESPONSIBILITIES

3.1 Account Creation

To access certain features of our Service, you may need to create an account. When registering, you agree to:

Provide accurate, current, and complete information
Maintain and update your account information
Safeguard your account credentials
Accept responsibility for all activities under your account

3.2 Account Security

You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials. Please notify us immediately of any unauthorized use of your account or any security breaches.

3.3 Username Guidelines

When selecting a username, you agree not to:

Use offensive, inappropriate, or misleading names
Impersonate another person or entity
Use names that violate intellectual property rights
Include contact information or promotional content

4. INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY RIGHTS

4.1 Our Content Ownership

All content on BerriesRecipes.com, including but not limited to:

Original recipes and cooking instructions
Food photography and videos
Website design and user interface
Logos, trademarks, and brand elements
Articles, blog posts, and educational materials
Nutritional information and guides

Is owned by BerriesRecipes.com or our licensors and is protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

4.2 Your Usage Rights

We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to:

Access and view content for personal, non-commercial use
Print recipes for personal cooking purposes
Share recipe links through social media (with proper attribution)
Save recipes to your personal account collection

4.3 Restrictions

You may NOT:

Reproduce, distribute, or republish our content without permission
Use our content for commercial purposes
Remove copyright notices or attributions
Create derivative works based on our content
Use automated tools to scrape or download content
Incorporate our content into other websites or applications

5. USER-GENERATED CONTENT

5.1 Recipe Submissions

When you submit recipes, photos, reviews, or other content to our Service:

You retain ownership of your original content
You grant us permission to display and share your content on our platform
You confirm that your content is original or you have necessary permissions
You accept that your content may be featured across our website

5.2 Content Standards

All user submissions must:

Be relevant to berry-based cooking and recipes
Contain accurate ingredient lists and instructions
Use respectful and appropriate language
Not violate others’ rights or contain harmful content

6. COMMUNITY GUIDELINES

6.1 Recipe Reviews and Comments

When participating in our community features, please:

Provide constructive and helpful feedback
Share genuine cooking experiences
Respect other users’ opinions and contributions
Report inappropriate content or behavior

6.2 Photography and Media

When uploading food photos or videos:

Ensure you own the rights to all media
Use high-quality, well-lit images when possible
Accurately represent the finished recipe
Avoid including copyrighted background elements

6.3 Nutritional Information

When providing nutritional information:

Base claims on reliable sources
Clearly indicate if information is estimated
Avoid making medical or health claims
Include allergen warnings when applicable

7. PRIVACY AND COOKIES

7.1 Data Collection

Our collection and use of personal information is governed by our Privacy Policy. By using our Service, you consent to our data practices as described in that policy.

7.2 Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

Remember your preferences and settings
Analyze website traffic and user behavior
Provide personalized recipe recommendations
Enable social sharing features
Improve our Service performance

You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings, though some features may not function properly if cookies are disabled.

8. THIRD-PARTY INTEGRATIONS

8.1 External Links

Our Service may contain links to third-party websites, including:

Ingredient suppliers and specialty food stores
Kitchen equipment retailers
Other cooking and recipe websites
Social media platforms

We are not responsible for the content, privacy practices, or terms of these external sites.

8.2 Affiliate Relationships

BerriesRecipes.com may participate in affiliate programs. When you purchase products through our affiliate links, we may receive a commission at no additional cost to you. This does not influence our recipe recommendations or content.

8.3 Social Media Integration

Our Service may integrate with social media platforms to enable content sharing. Your interactions with these features are governed by the respective platform’s terms and privacy policies.

9. DISCLAIMERS AND LIMITATIONS

9.1 Recipe Accuracy

While we strive to provide accurate recipes and information:

All recipes are provided “as is” without warranties
Cooking results may vary based on ingredients, equipment, and technique
We recommend verifying measurements and instructions before cooking
Individual dietary needs and allergies are your responsibility

9.2 Nutritional Information

Nutritional data provided on our Service:

Is for informational purposes only
Should not replace professional dietary advice
May be estimated and subject to variation
Does not constitute medical or health recommendations

9.3 Food Safety

Users are responsible for:

Following proper food safety practices
Checking ingredient freshness and quality
Understanding personal allergies and dietary restrictions
Seeking medical advice for dietary concerns

9.4 Service Availability

We do not guarantee that our Service will be:

Available at all times without interruption
Free from errors, bugs, or technical issues
Compatible with all devices and browsers
Maintained indefinitely

10. LIABILITY LIMITATIONS

10.1 Disclaimer of Warranties

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, BERRIESRECIPES.COM PROVIDES THE SERVICE “AS IS” AND “AS AVAILABLE” WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, WHETHER EXPRESS, IMPLIED, OR STATUTORY.

10.2 Limitation of Liability

IN NO EVENT SHALL BERRIESRECIPES.COM BE LIABLE FOR:

Indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages
Loss of profits, data, or business opportunities
Damages resulting from recipe preparation or consumption
Technical issues, downtime, or data loss
Actions of third parties or external websites

10.3 Maximum Liability

Our total liability to you for any claims related to the Service shall not exceed the amount you have paid us in the twelve months preceding the claim.

11. INDEMNIFICATION

You agree to indemnify and hold BerriesRecipes.com harmless from any claims, damages, or expenses (including legal fees) arising from:

Your use of the Service
Your violation of these Terms
Your submitted content or recipes
Your interactions with other users
Any damage or injury resulting from your use of our recipes

12. TERMINATION

12.1 Termination by You

You may terminate your account at any time by contacting us or using account deletion features in your user settings.

12.2 Termination by Us

We may suspend or terminate your access to the Service if you:

Violate these Terms or our Community Guidelines
Engage in harmful or inappropriate behavior
Compromise the security or integrity of our Service
Attempt to circumvent our technical measures

12.3 Effect of Termination

Upon termination:

Your access to the Service will cease
Your account data may be deleted
Previously submitted content may remain on our Service
These Terms will survive where applicable

13. MODIFICATIONS TO TERMS

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. When we make changes:

We will post the updated Terms on our website
We will update the “Last Updated” date
For material changes, we may provide additional notice
Your continued use constitutes acceptance of the new Terms

14. ACCESSIBILITY

We are committed to making our Service accessible to users with disabilities. If you encounter accessibility barriers, please contact us so we can work to resolve them.

15. CONTACT INFORMATION

For questions about these Terms or our Service, please contact us:

Email: [email protected]
Mail: [Your Address]
Phone: [Your Phone Number]

We’re committed to resolving any issues through friendly communication.

16. MISCELLANEOUS

16.1 Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and BerriesRecipes.com.

16.2 Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable, the remaining provisions will continue in full effect.

16.3 No Waiver

Our failure to enforce any provision of these Terms does not constitute a waiver of that provision.

16.4 Assignment

We may assign these Terms or our rights hereunder without your consent. You may not assign your rights under these Terms without our written consent.

Thank you for being part of the BerriesRecipes.com community! We hope you enjoy exploring the wonderful world of berry-based cooking.