Effective Date: October 25, 2024
Last Updated: March 10, 2025
Welcome to Economical Recipes! We’re excited to have you here. Before you dive into exploring our budget-friendly recipes and kitchen tips, please take a moment to carefully review our Terms of Service. These Terms apply to all visitors, users, and others who access or use our Site at www.economicalrecipes.com.
By using our Site, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree with anything outlined below, we kindly ask that you refrain from using our Site.
1. Eligibility & Acceptance of Terms
By accessing or using our Site, you represent and warrant that you:
- Are at least 18 years old, or
- Are visiting with the knowledge and approval of a parent or legal guardian.
If you are using our Site on behalf of an organization, business, or other entity, you confirm that you have the authority to accept these Terms on their behalf and that your use complies with their policies and applicable laws.
2. Access and Use of Our Site
You are welcome to browse and enjoy the content available on Economical Recipes, including but not limited to our recipes, blog articles, tips, and downloadable materials. However, by doing so, you agree to use our Site in a manner that is:
- Respectful, ethical, and lawful
- Non-infringing on the rights or experiences of other users
- Secure, meaning you do not introduce harmful software, attempt to bypass our security systems, or engage in any activity designed to disrupt or damage our Site or its content
You are prohibited from:
- Reproducing, distributing, or modifying any part of our Site without prior written consent
- Using our Site for spamming, phishing, or deceptive practices
- Collecting user data or scraping content from our Site without authorization
3. Intellectual Property Rights
All materials on Economical Recipes, including but not limited to text, photos, images, logos, videos, design elements, and software code, are the exclusive property of Economical Recipes, unless otherwise stated. These are protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws, both domestically and internationally.
You may:
✔ View, print, or download materials from our Site for personal, non-commercial use only.
You may not:
✘ Copy, modify, publish, republish, transmit, sell, or otherwise exploit any content from our Site for commercial purposes without explicit written permission.
✘ Create derivative works from any material found on our Site without our authorization.
If you’d like to request permission to use our content or propose a collaboration, please reach out through the contact information provided at the end of these Terms.
4. User Contributions and Submissions
We welcome your input! From sharing recipe reviews to contributing helpful cooking tips, we appreciate our community’s participation. If you submit any content—whether comments, suggestions, recipes, images, or reviews (“Contributions”)—the following terms apply:
- You retain ownership of your Contributions but grant Economical Recipes a worldwide, perpetual, irrevocable, royalty-free license to use, display, reproduce, modify, adapt, publish, and distribute your Contributions on our Site, social media accounts, marketing materials, or in future publications.
- You confirm that your Contributions are your original work, do not violate any intellectual property rights, and are not defamatory, harmful, or illegal in nature.
- We reserve the right to edit, refuse, or remove any submissions at our discretion. Contributions that contain offensive language, spam, or misinformation may be deleted without notice.
- By submitting content, you understand and agree that it may become publicly accessible, and Economical Recipes is not responsible for maintaining confidentiality of any information you choose to share publicly.
5. Disclaimer of Warranties
At Economical Recipes, we create and share content with the intention of providing helpful, budget-friendly meal ideas and cooking inspiration. However, the information published on our Site is meant strictly for informational and entertainment purposes only.
While we put every effort into ensuring that our recipes, articles, and other content are accurate and up-to-date, we make no guarantees, promises, or warranties—either expressed or implied—regarding:
- The accuracy, completeness, or reliability of any information found on our Site
- The availability or performance of our Site at any given time
- The outcomes or results of using our recipes, including taste, appearance, or nutritional values
By using our Site, you understand and agree that any reliance on the information found here is entirely at your own risk. Cooking involves personal judgment and may require knowledge of dietary restrictions, allergies, and safe food handling procedures. We strongly recommend verifying any nutritional data and consulting a professional if you have specific dietary or health concerns.
We do not provide medical, nutritional, or dietary advice, and nothing on this Site should be interpreted as such. Always consult with a qualified health professional before making changes to your diet, especially if you have any pre-existing medical conditions or food sensitivities.
Additionally, we do not guarantee that our Site will always be accessible, uninterrupted, or free of errors. From time to time, we may temporarily suspend access for updates, maintenance, or unforeseen technical reasons without prior notice.
6. Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law:
- Economical Recipes, its owners, affiliates, employees, and partners are not liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or special damages, including but not limited to loss of profits, data, goodwill, or personal injury, resulting from your use of our Site, services, or reliance on its content.
- You understand and agree that cooking comes with inherent risks, including but not limited to injury, illness, and allergic reactions. We are not responsible for any mishaps that occur when preparing our recipes.
- You assume full responsibility for ensuring that ingredients are safe for your consumption and meet your dietary needs.
7. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Economical Recipes, its owners, affiliates, and employees from any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, and expenses, including legal fees, arising from:
- Your violation of these Terms
- Your misuse of our Site or services
- Any content or Contributions you submit that violate the rights of another party or applicable law
8. Updates and Modifications to These Terms
We may make changes to these Terms periodically to reflect updates in our practices, services, or legal obligations. If we make changes, we will revise the Effective Date listed at the top of this page.
We encourage you to review these Terms regularly. Your continued use of our Site after any changes have been made indicates your acceptance of the updated Terms. If you do not agree with any updated Terms, your only remedy is to stop using our Site.
9. External Links & Third-Party Content
Our Site may include links to third-party websites, products, or services. These external resources are provided for convenience and informational purposes only. We do not endorse, control, or guarantee the accuracy or safety of third-party websites or their content.
You access third-party sites at your own risk. Please review their terms and privacy policies before engaging with their content.
10. Privacy Policy
Your privacy is important to us. By using our Site, you also agree to the terms outlined in our Privacy Policy. Our Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal data when you visit our Site.
11. Governing Law and Jurisdiction
These Terms are governed by the laws of the United States, without regard to conflict of laws principles. By using our Site, you agree to submit to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts located in the United States to resolve any disputes arising from these Terms or your use of our Site.
12. Contact Information
If you have any questions, comments, or concerns about these Terms of Service, we’d love to hear from you! You can reach us at:
📧 Email: [email protected]
Summary of Key Points
- We provide recipes and food content for general informational purposes—we’re not offering professional health advice.
- Use our Site responsibly and respectfully.
- Don’t copy or distribute our content without permission.
- Be mindful when sharing content, as it may be publicly visible.
- We may update these Terms from time to time, so check back often!
- Got questions? Contact us anytime.