Terms of Service 2025 | Official & Fair Policy home cook

Terms of Service Overview

Effective Date: September 1, 2025

Contents

12. Effective Date & Scope

These Terms of Service are effective as of September 1, 2025 and apply to all content, features, and services provided on HomeCookLegacy.com. They govern your access to recipes, articles, newsletters, images, and any interactive areas such as comments or forms. If a specific feature includes additional terms, those terms will prevail in case of conflict.

We aim to keep our Terms clear, fair, and easy to understand. If any provision is found unenforceable, the remaining provisions will continue in full force to the maximum extent permitted by law.

13. Your Obligations

You agree to use the Site lawfully, respect intellectual-property rights, and provide accurate information where required. You are responsible for maintaining the security of your devices and accounts, including reasonable measures to prevent unauthorized use. Misuse of automated tools, scraping, or attempts to interfere with site availability are strictly prohibited.

For transparency, we may update these obligations to reflect new features or legal requirements. We encourage you to check this page periodically.

For additional guidance on online content standards, visit the FTC business compliance guide.

12. Contact Us

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using HomeCookLegacy.com (“we,” “our,” or “us”), you agree to comply with these Terms of Service. If you do not agree, please discontinue use of the Website.

✔ You confirm you are at least 18 years old or have parental/guardian consent.
✔ You understand that continued use of the site after updates means acceptance of revised Terms.

2. Intellectual Property

All content on HomeCookLegacy.com—including recipes, text, images, videos, graphics, and logos—is our property, protected by copyright and intellectual property laws.

✅ You MAY:

✔ Print or save recipes for personal, non-commercial use.
✔ Share links to our content on social media with proper credit.

❌ You MAY NOT:

✖ Republish, sell, or distribute our content for commercial use without written consent.
✖ Alter, plagiarize, or claim ownership of our intellectual property.

3. User-Generated Content

By posting comments, reviews, or feedback, you grant us a non-exclusive, royalty-free, worldwide license to use and display that content. You confirm your content does not violate laws or third-party rights.

We reserve the right to moderate or remove content that is abusive, spammy, or unlawful.

4. User Responsibilities

You agree not to:

✖ Break any applicable laws or regulations.
✖ Post content that is defamatory, abusive, or offensive.
✖ Attempt to hack, disrupt, or damage the Website.
✖ Use our platform for spam, scams, or unauthorized advertising.

5. Disclaimer of Warranties

HomeCookLegacy.com is provided “as is” and “as available.” We do not guarantee uninterrupted service, error-free content, or that recipes will meet every dietary need. Use of our content is at your own risk.

6. Limitation of Liability

We are not liable for damages, losses, or injuries arising from the use of our Website, inaccuracies in content, or third-party links/services.

7. Third-Party Links & Ads

Our Website may include third-party links or advertisements. We are not responsible for external content, policies, or practices. Please review their terms and privacy policies before use.

8. Cookies & Tracking

We use cookies to improve your browsing experience and deliver personalized ads. Some features may not work properly if cookies are disabled. See our Privacy Policy.

9. Account Termination

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate access if you violate these Terms, misuse our services, or attempt to harm the Website.

10. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of France / EU. Disputes will be handled by competent courts in your country of residence or ours.

11. Changes to Terms

We may update these Terms at any time. Continued use of the Website constitutes agreement to updated Terms.

12. Contact Us

For questions about these Terms, reach out to us at:

📧 Email: contact@homecooklegacy.com
🌐 Website: homecooklegacy.com

13. Summary

These Terms of Service outline the essential conditions for accessing and using HomeCookLegacy.com. We continuously update this page to ensure clarity and compliance with global privacy and consumer-protection standards. Our mission is to offer transparent, accessible information and recipes that inspire home cooks worldwide. By continuing to use our website, you confirm your understanding and acceptance of these fair and reasonable terms designed to protect both you and our platform.

For details about how we handle personal data, read our Privacy Policy. For general guidance on online business rules, see the FTC business guidance.