Terms of use

Last updated: January 2025

Welcome to https://www.finerecipes.net (the “Website”). These Terms of Use (the “Terms”) govern your access to and use of the Website and its content. By accessing or using the Website, you agree to be bound by these Terms and our Privacy Policy and Disclaimer. If you do not agree, please discontinue use.

1. Intellectual Property

All content on the Website, including text, images, graphics, logos, branding elements, design, and recipes, is owned by FineRecipes or its licensors and is protected by applicable intellectual property laws.
You may not copy, reproduce, distribute, modify, adapt, translate, create derivative works, publicly display, or otherwise exploit any content without prior written consent, except as permitted by law (e.g., fair use with clear attribution and a link to the original page).

2. Acceptable Use

You agree to use the Website only for lawful purposes and in a manner that does not infringe the rights of others or restrict or inhibit their use. You agree not to:

  • Violate any applicable laws or regulations;
  • Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any portion of the Website, its servers, or systems;
  • Interfere with or disrupt the Website’s performance, security, or functionality (e.g., malware, scraping at scale, DDoS);
  • Use automated tools to harvest data except as permitted by robots.txt or with our written permission.

We may suspend or terminate access at our sole discretion for violations of these Terms.

3. User-Generated Content (UGC)

If you submit content (e.g., comments, reviews, testimonials), you grant FineRecipes a non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free, perpetual, and transferable license to use, reproduce, publish, distribute, display, and adapt such content in connection with the Website and our business.
You represent and warrant that you own or control all rights to your submissions and that they do not:

  • Defame, harass, or violate the rights of others;
  • Infringe any intellectual property, privacy, or publicity rights;
  • Contain unlawful, misleading, or harmful material.

We may moderate, edit, or remove UGC at our discretion, but we are not obligated to do so.

4. Affiliate Disclosure & Advertising

Some pages may contain affiliate links. If you click and purchase, we may earn a commission at no additional cost to you. We only recommend products/services we believe may provide value, but we do not guarantee third-party quality or accuracy.
The Website may display ads via Google AdSense and/or other ad networks. Ads are provided by third parties who may use cookies to serve interest-based advertising. See our Privacy Policy for details and your choices.

5. Informational Purpose Only (No Professional Advice)

All content, including recipes and tips, is for informational purposes only and provided “as is.” It does not constitute professional, medical, nutritional, or dietary advice. Always consult an appropriate professional regarding your specific needs. See our full Disclaimer.

6. Nutrition, Food Safety & Allergens

Nutrition data may be estimated and can vary based on brands, quantities, and preparation. Follow reliable food-safety practices and consult official guidelines (e.g., USDA).
Allergens: cross-contamination may occur. Always check labels and use your own judgment. FineRecipes is not liable for adverse reactions.

7. Third-Party Links

The Website may link to external websites. We are not responsible for the content, policies, or practices of third-party sites. Please review their terms and privacy policies.

8. “AS IS” and “AS AVAILABLE” Disclaimer

The Website is provided “AS IS” and “AS AVAILABLE” without warranties of any kind, whether express or implied, including but not limited to merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, title, non-infringement, and uninterrupted or error-free operation. We do not warrant the accuracy, reliability, or currency of content.

9. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, FineRecipes and its team shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, special, exemplary, or punitive damages arising from or related to your use of (or inability to use) the Website, reliance on content, or interaction with third-party products/services.

10. Indemnification

You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless FineRecipes, its owners, affiliates, and partners from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, judgments, awards, losses, costs, expenses, or fees (including reasonable attorneys’ fees) arising out of or relating to your violation of these Terms or your use of the Website.

11. Copyright Complaints (DMCA)

If you believe content on the Website infringes your copyright, please email a DMCA notice to info@finerecipes.net with:

  • Your contact details;
  • Identification of the copyrighted work;
  • URL(s) of the allegedly infringing material;
  • A statement of good-faith belief;
  • A statement under penalty of perjury that the information is accurate and you are the copyright owner or authorized to act;
  • Your physical or electronic signature.

12. Governing Law & Venue

These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of Florida, USA, without regard to conflict of law principles. You agree to the exclusive jurisdiction and venue of the state and federal courts located in Florida, USA for any disputes arising out of or related to these Terms or the Website.

13. Severability & Waiver

If any provision of these Terms is held invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions will continue in full force and effect. Our failure to enforce any right or provision shall not constitute a waiver of such right or provision.

14. Changes to These Terms

We may update these Terms from time to time. The updated version will be indicated by a new “Last updated” date at the top of this page. Your continued use of the Website after changes become effective constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.

15. Contact Us

Questions about these Terms?
Email: info@finerecipes.net.
Contact page: https://www.finerecipes.net/contact/