Terms of Service

Terms of Service for Cooking Detours

Last Updated: June 20, 2025

Welcome to Cooking Detours, accessible at www.cookingdetours.com (“Website”). By accessing or using our Website, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service (“Terms”). These Terms govern your use of our Website and the content, recipes, and services provided by Cooking Detours. If you do not agree with these Terms, please refrain from using our Website. These Terms are designed to ensure a positive experience for all users while protecting our intellectual property and maintaining compliance with applicable laws.

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using Cooking Detours, you confirm that you are at least 18 years old or have legal guardian consent and agree to comply with these Terms. We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time, and changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Last Updated” date. Continued use of the Website after changes constitutes your acceptance of the revised Terms.

2. Use of the Website

Cooking Detours provides recipes, cooking tips, and related content for personal, non-commercial use only. You may browse, view, and use our content for personal cooking and educational purposes. You agree not to:

  • Use the Website for any unlawful purpose or in violation of these Terms;
  • Reproduce, distribute, or modify our content without prior written permission;
  • Use automated tools (e.g., bots, scrapers) to access or collect data from the Website;
  • Attempt to interfere with the Website’s functionality or security.

3. Intellectual Property

All content on Cooking Detours, including recipes, images, text, logos, and designs, is the intellectual property of Cooking Detours or its licensors and is protected by copyright, trademark, and other laws. You may link to or feature one recipe image for non-commercial use, provided you include a visible watermark and a direct link to www.cookingdetours.com. Copying, reproducing, or distributing our content, including recipe instructions, without express permission is strictly prohibited. For permission requests, contact [email protected].

4. User Content

You may submit comments, ratings, or other content to the Website. By doing so, you grant Cooking Detours a non-exclusive, royalty-free, worldwide license to use, display, and reproduce your content on the Website. You are responsible for ensuring your content is lawful, non-infringing, and appropriate. We reserve the right to remove any user content that violates these Terms or is deemed inappropriate.

5. Third-Party Links and Services

Our Website may contain links to third-party websites or services, such as affiliate partners or social media platforms. Cooking Detours is not responsible for the content, privacy policies, or practices of these third parties. We encourage you to review their terms and policies before engaging with their services.

6. Disclaimer of Warranties

Cooking Detours provides content “as is” without warranties of any kind, express or implied. We do not guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or suitability of our recipes or content for your specific needs, including dietary restrictions or allergies. You assume all risks associated with using our recipes or following our advice.

7. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Cooking Detours and its affiliates shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages arising from your use of the Website or reliance on its content. This includes damages related to recipe outcomes, data loss, or Website downtime.

8. Termination

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your access to the Website at our discretion, particularly for violations of these Terms, illegal activities, or actions that harm the Website or its users. Upon termination, your right to use the Website will cease immediately.

9. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of the United States and the state in which Cooking Detours is headquartered, without regard to conflict of law principles. Any disputes arising from these Terms or your use of the Website will be resolved in the courts of that state.

10. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Cooking Detours, its affiliates, and employees from any claims, damages, or liabilities arising from your use of the Website, violation of these Terms, or infringement of any third-party rights.

11. Accessibility

We strive to make Cooking Detours accessible to all users. Our Website is partially conformant with WCAG 2.1 Level AA standards. If you experience accessibility issues, please contact us at [email protected], and we will work to address your concerns.

12. Contact Information

For questions, concerns, or requests related to these Terms, please contact us at [email protected]. We aim to respond promptly to all inquiries.

Accessibility Efforts

The Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) outline standards for developers and designers to enhance accessibility for individuals with disabilities.

13. Miscellaneous

If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions will continue in full force. Our failure to enforce any right or provision does not constitute a waiver of that right. These Terms represent the entire agreement between you and Cooking Detours regarding your use of the Website.

By using Cooking Detours, you agree to these Terms, ensuring a respectful and lawful experience for all users while protecting our content and community.