Terms of Service
Last updated: March 17, 2025
1. Acceptance of Terms
By accessing or using BiteGroove (the "Platform"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service ("Terms") and our Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with these Terms, please do not use the Platform.
2. Eligibility
You must be at least 13 years old to use BiteGroove. By using the Platform, you represent and warrant that you meet this age requirement and have the legal capacity to enter into these Terms.
3. Account Registration
Some features of the Platform may require account creation or registration. You agree to provide accurate, current, and complete information during registration and to update it as necessary. You are responsible for safeguarding your account credentials and for all activities that occur under your account.
4. Use of the Platform
BiteGroove is a web-based meal planning and community recipe-sharing platform. You may use the Platform solely for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms. Prohibited activities include, but are not limited to:
- Uploading or sharing content that is defamatory, abusive, obscene, or otherwise harmful.
- Attempting to access or disrupt any part of the Platform or its systems.
- Using the Platform for any commercial purpose not explicitly authorized by BiteGroove.
5. User Content and Community Guidelines
You retain ownership of any content you submit (e.g., recipes, meal plans, comments) to the Platform. By submitting content, you grant BiteGroove a worldwide, non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use, display, reproduce, and distribute your content solely for operating and promoting the Platform. You are responsible for ensuring that your content does not violate any third-party rights or applicable laws.
6. Privacy
Your privacy is important to us. Our collection and use of your information are governed by our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated into these Terms by reference. By using the Platform, you consent to the practices described therein.
7. Intellectual Property
All content on BiteGroove, including text, graphics, logos, images, and software, is the property of BiteGroove or its licensors and is protected by intellectual property laws. You may not use, reproduce, modify, or distribute any content without our express written permission, except as expressly permitted by these Terms.
8. Disclaimers
The Platform is provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis. BiteGroove makes no warranties, express or implied, regarding the accuracy, reliability, or availability of the Platform. Use the Platform at your own risk. We do not guarantee that the Platform will be error-free, uninterrupted, or secure.
9. Limitation of Liability
In no event shall BiteGroove, its affiliates, or its licensors be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising out of your use or inability to use the Platform, even if we have been advised of the possibility of such damages. Our total liability for any claims arising out of these Terms shall not exceed the amount paid, if any, by you to use the Platform.
10. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless BiteGroove, its officers, directors, employees, and agents from any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, or expenses (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising out of or related to your use of the Platform, your violation of these Terms, or your infringement of any intellectual property or other rights of any person or entity.
11. Termination
We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your access to the Platform, with or without notice, for any violation of these Terms or for any other reason at our sole discretion. Upon termination, all rights granted to you under these Terms will immediately cease.
12. Modifications to These Terms
BiteGroove reserves the right to modify these Terms at any time. Changes will be posted on this page, and your continued use of the Platform after any modifications signifies your acceptance of the updated Terms.
13. Contact Information
If you have any questions or concerns about these Terms, please contact us.