Terms of Service

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing and using Prep & Plates (the “Website”), you accept and agree to be bound by the terms and provision of this agreement. If you do not agree to abide by the above, please do not use this service.

These Terms of Service apply to all visitors, users, and others who access or use the Website.

2. Use of the Website

You may use our Website for lawful purposes only. You agree not to use the Website:

• In any way that violates any applicable federal, state, local, or international law or regulation
• To impersonate or attempt to impersonate Prep & Plates, our employees, another user, or any other person or entity
• To engage in any other conduct that restricts or inhibits anyone’s use or enjoyment of the Website
• In any way that could disable, overburden, damage, or impair the Website

3. User Accounts

When you create an account with us, you must provide information that is accurate, complete, and current at all times. You are responsible for safeguarding the password and for all activities that occur under your account.

You agree not to disclose your password to any third party and to take sole responsibility for activities and actions under your password, whether or not you have authorized such activities or actions.

4. Content and Intellectual Property

4.1 Our Content

The Website and its original content, features, and functionality are and will remain the exclusive property of Prep & Plates and its licensors. The Website is protected by copyright, trademark, and other laws.

4.2 Recipe Content

All recipes, meal prep guides, and cooking instructions provided on this Website are original content or properly licensed. You may use our recipes for personal, non-commercial purposes only.

4.3 User-Generated Content

By submitting content (comments, reviews, photos) to our Website, you grant us a worldwide, non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use, reproduce, modify, and display such content.

5. Affiliate Links and Advertising

Prep & Plates participates in affiliate marketing programs and may earn commissions from purchases made through links on our Website. This means:

• We may receive compensation when you click on or make purchases through affiliate links
• Product recommendations are based on our genuine opinions and testing
• Affiliate relationships do not influence our editorial content or recommendations
• We clearly disclose affiliate relationships in accordance with FTC guidelines

Third-party advertisements may appear on our Website. We are not responsible for the content or practices of these third parties.

6. Recipe and Food Safety Disclaimers

6.1 Food Safety

While we strive to provide accurate information, you are solely responsible for food safety when preparing our recipes. Always follow proper food handling, storage, and cooking guidelines.

6.2 Dietary Restrictions

Recipe information regarding allergens, nutritional content, and dietary restrictions is provided as a general guide only. Please verify ingredients and consult healthcare professionals for specific dietary needs.

6.3 Results May Vary

Cooking results may vary based on ingredients, equipment, skill level, and environmental factors. We cannot guarantee specific outcomes from following our recipes.

7. Privacy Policy

Your privacy is important to us. Our Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you use our Website. By using our Website, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with our Privacy Policy.

8. Disclaimers and Limitations of Liability

8.1 Website Availability

We do not guarantee that our Website will be available at all times. We may experience hardware, software, or other problems or need to perform maintenance related to the Website.

8.2 Limitation of Liability

In no event shall Prep & Plates be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, including without limitation, loss of profits, data, use, goodwill, or other intangible losses.

8.3 Third-Party Links

Our Website may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party websites or services.

9. Termination

We may terminate or suspend your account and bar access to the Website immediately, without prior notice or liability, under our sole discretion, for any reason whatsoever, including without limitation if you breach the Terms.

If you wish to terminate your account, you may simply discontinue using the Website.

10. Changes to Terms

We reserve the right, at our sole discretion, to modify or replace these Terms at any time. If a revision is material, we will provide at least 30 days notice prior to any new terms taking effect.

What constitutes a material change will be determined at our sole discretion. By continuing to access or use our Website after any revisions become effective, you agree to be bound by the revised terms.

11. Governing Law

These Terms shall be interpreted and governed by the laws of the United States, without regard to its conflict of law provisions. Our failure to enforce any right or provision of these Terms will not be considered a waiver of those rights.

12. Contact Information

If you have any questions about these Terms of Service, please contact us: