Terms of Service
Effective Date: November 23, 2025
Welcome to ElvaFood.com (“ElvaFood”, “we”, “us”, or “our”). These Terms of Service (“Terms”) govern your access to and use of our website elvafood.com, including all content, features, and newsletter subscriptions. By accessing or using ElvaFood.com, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree with any part of these Terms, please do not use our website.
1. Acceptance of Terms
By accessing, browsing, or using ElvaFood.com, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to comply with these Terms of Service and our Privacy Policy. These Terms apply to all visitors, users, and others who access or use the site.
2. Eligibility
ElvaFood.com is intended for individuals who are at least 13 years old. By using our website, you represent and warrant that you are at least 13 years of age. If you are under 13, please do not use our website or provide any personal information.
3. Website Content
ElvaFood.com is a personal food blog dedicated to sharing recipes, kitchen stories, and cooking tips. All content, including text, images, graphics, recipes, and other materials (“Content”) is provided for informational and entertainment purposes only. We strive to ensure the accuracy and quality of our content, but we do not guarantee that all information is complete, reliable, or up-to-date.
- Personal Use Only: Content on ElvaFood.com is intended for personal, non-commercial use. You may view, print, and share recipes for personal use, but you may not reproduce, distribute, modify, or use our content for commercial purposes without our express written permission.
- Copyright: All content is protected by copyright and intellectual property laws. Unauthorized use of our content may violate these laws.
4. Newsletter Subscription
ElvaFood.com offers a newsletter subscription service. By subscribing, you agree to receive periodic emails containing recipes, cooking tips, and updates from ElvaFood. You may unsubscribe at any time by clicking the “unsubscribe” link in any email or by contacting us at contact@elvafood.com.
- Accuracy of Information: You agree to provide a valid email address and accurate information when subscribing to our newsletter.
- Privacy: Your email address and subscription data are handled in accordance with our Privacy Policy. We do not share, sell, or rent your email address to third parties.
5. User Conduct
By using ElvaFood.com, you agree to:
- Use the website and its content only for lawful purposes.
- Not engage in any activity that could harm, disrupt, or interfere with the website or its users.
- Not attempt to gain unauthorized access to any part of the website, user accounts, or systems.
- Not submit false, misleading, or inappropriate information via forms or comments.
- Not use the website to transmit spam, viruses, or any harmful code.
6. Intellectual Property
All content on ElvaFood.com, including but not limited to recipes, articles, images, graphics, logos, and design elements, is the property of ElvaFood or its content creators and is protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.
- Limited License: You are granted a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to access and use the website for personal, non-commercial purposes.
- Restrictions: You may not copy, reproduce, modify, distribute, display, or create derivative works from any content without prior written consent from ElvaFood.
7. Disclaimer of Warranties
ElvaFood.com is provided “as is” and “as available” without any warranties of any kind, express or implied. We do not warrant that:
- The website or its content will be accurate, complete, reliable, or error-free.
- The website will be available at all times or free from interruptions.
- The website or its servers are free of viruses or other harmful components.
All recipes, tips, and advice are provided for informational purposes only. You are responsible for ensuring that any ingredients, methods, or advice are suitable for your personal needs, dietary restrictions, or allergies.
8. Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, ElvaFood and its owners, contributors, and affiliates shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages arising out of or related to your use of the website, content, or newsletter. This includes, but is not limited to, damages for errors, omissions, interruptions, defects, delays, computer viruses, loss of data, or unauthorized access.
Your sole remedy for dissatisfaction with the website or its content is to stop using ElvaFood.com.
9. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless ElvaFood, its owners, contributors, and affiliates from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, costs, or expenses (including reasonable attorneys’ fees) arising out of your use of the website, violation of these Terms, or infringement of any intellectual property or other rights of any person or entity.
10. Third-Party Links
ElvaFood.com may contain links to third-party websites, resources, or services (e.g., ingredient sources, kitchen tools, other food blogs). These links are provided for convenience and informational purposes only. We do not endorse or control the content or practices of third-party sites and are not responsible for their availability, accuracy, or privacy policies. You access third-party sites at your own risk.
11. Privacy
Your use of ElvaFood.com is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information. Please review the Privacy Policy for details.
12. Changes to Terms
We reserve the right to update, modify, or replace these Terms of Service at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting on this page, with the “Effective Date” updated accordingly. Your continued use of ElvaFood.com after any changes constitutes your acceptance of the revised Terms. We encourage you to review these Terms periodically.
13. Termination
We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your access to ElvaFood.com at our sole discretion, without notice, for any reason, including violation of these Terms or suspected fraudulent, abusive, or illegal activity. Upon termination, all rights granted to you under these Terms will immediately cease.
14. Governing Law
These Terms of Service are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of California, United States, without regard to its conflict of law principles. Any disputes arising from or relating to these Terms or your use of ElvaFood.com shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts located in California.
15. Contact Information
If you have any questions, concerns, or feedback regarding these Terms of Service, please contact us:
- Email: contact@elvafood.com
- Contact Page: elvafood.com/contact
16. Miscellaneous
- Entire Agreement: These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and ElvaFood regarding your use of the website.
- Severability: If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions will remain in full force and effect.
- No Waiver: Our failure to enforce any right or provision of these Terms will not be deemed a waiver of such right or provision.
- Assignment: You may not assign or transfer your rights or obligations under these Terms without our prior written consent.
17. Children’s Use
ElvaFood.com is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately so we can remove such information.
18. Do Not Track
ElvaFood.com does not currently respond to “Do Not Track” signals from browsers. You may manage your privacy preferences through your browser settings.
19. California Users’ Rights
If you are a California resident, you may have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA). Please refer to our Privacy Policy for more information about your rights and how to exercise them.
20. International Visitors
ElvaFood.com is primarily intended for a US audience. If you are accessing the website from outside the United States, you are responsible for compliance with local laws and regulations. Please refer to our Privacy Policy for information regarding GDPR rights for European visitors.
21. Acceptance of These Terms
By using ElvaFood.com, you signify your acceptance of these Terms of Service. If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use our website. Your continued use of the site following the posting of changes to these Terms will be deemed your acceptance of those changes.
Thank you for visiting ElvaFood.com. We hope you enjoy our recipes and kitchen stories. Please cook safely and enjoy your culinary adventures!