- Indian laws (Information Technology Act 2000, Indian Contract Act 1872, Copyright Act 1957)
- GDPR principles for global users (transparency, user rights)
- Global website norms (disclaimers for content accuracy, especially recipes/food safety)
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# Terms & Conditions for Recipe 24
Welcome to **Recipe 24** (https://www.recipe24.in/), a recipe blog providing free cooking recipes, tips, meal ideas, and food-related content to users worldwide, including in India, the United States, and other countries.
These Terms & Conditions ("Terms") govern your access to and use of the website, including all pages, content, features, and services (collectively, the "Site"). By accessing, browsing, or using the Site, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree, please do not use the Site.
We may update these Terms from time to time. Continued use after changes constitutes acceptance.
### 1. Introduction and Acceptance of Terms
These Terms form a legally binding agreement between you ("User", "you") and **Recipe 24** (operated by the owner using contact email: sureshcsm75@gmail.com) ("we", "us", "our").
Your use of the Site is also governed by our [Privacy Policy](https://www.recipe24.in/p/privacy-policy.html) (linked in footer), which is incorporated by reference.
### 2. Definitions and Interpretation
- "Content" means recipes, text, images, photos, videos, graphics, logos, and other materials on the Site.
- "User Content" means comments, ratings, or any material you submit or post.
- "Site" includes the website and any related mobile views or services.
Headings are for convenience only and do not affect interpretation.
### 3. User Eligibility and Responsibilities
You must be at least 13 years old (or 16 in jurisdictions requiring higher age) to use the Site. By using the Site, you represent that you meet this requirement and have the legal capacity to agree to these Terms.
You agree to:
- Use the Site only for lawful purposes
- Provide accurate information if you submit any data
- Not misuse the Site (e.g., no hacking, spamming, or harmful code)
### 4. Website Usage Rules and Restrictions
You may view, read, and share recipes for personal, non-commercial use.
You agree **not** to:
- Copy, reproduce, distribute, modify, or create derivative works from Content without our written permission (except as allowed under fair use/fair dealing laws)
- Use the Site for commercial purposes without permission
- Post unlawful, harmful, offensive, or infringing content
- Interfere with Site operation or other users
- Attempt to gain unauthorized access
We reserve the right to remove any content or restrict access without notice.
### 5. Intellectual Property Rights
All Content on the Site (recipes, photos, design, logo, text) is owned by us or our licensors and protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws (including Indian Copyright Act 1957 and international treaties).
You are granted a limited, non-exclusive, revocable license to view and use Content for personal, non-commercial purposes only.
No ownership or rights are transferred to you. Unauthorized use may result in legal action.
### 6. User-Generated Content
If you post comments, ratings, or other material ("User Content"):
- You grant us a worldwide, royalty-free, perpetual, irrevocable license to use, reproduce, modify, display, and distribute it on the Site or elsewhere for promotion.
- You represent that your User Content does not infringe third-party rights and is not unlawful.
- We may monitor, edit, or remove User Content at our discretion but are not obligated to do so.
We are not responsible for User Content.
### 7. Third-Party Links and Services Disclaimer
The Site may contain links to third-party websites (e.g., affiliate links, YouTube videos, ingredient suppliers, social media).
We do not endorse, control, or assume responsibility for third-party sites, their content, privacy practices, or availability. Access them at your own risk.
### 8. Disclaimer of Warranties
The Site and Content are provided "as is" and "as available" without warranties of any kind, express or implied.
We do not warrant:
- That recipes will work perfectly or suit all dietary needs/allergies
- Accuracy, completeness, or timeliness of Content
- That the Site will be error-free, secure, or uninterrupted
- Fitness for any particular purpose
Recipes involve food preparation—use caution, check ingredients for allergies, and follow food safety guidelines. We are not liable for any illness, injury, or damage from following recipes.
### 9. Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, we shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages (including loss of profits, data, or goodwill) arising from your use of the Site, even if advised of the possibility.
Our total liability shall not exceed INR 1,000 (or equivalent) or the amount you paid us (if any).
This limitation applies regardless of legal theory.
### 10. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold us harmless from any claims, losses, liabilities, damages, costs (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising from:
- Your use of the Site
- Your violation of these Terms
- Your User Content
- Your infringement of third-party rights
### 11. Termination of Access
We may suspend or terminate your access to the Site at any time, without notice, for any reason, including violation of these Terms.
Sections that by nature survive termination (e.g., IP rights, disclaimers, limitation of liability, indemnification) will continue.
### 12. Governing Law and Jurisdiction
These Terms are governed by the laws of India, without regard to conflict of law principles.
Any disputes arising out of or related to these Terms or the Site shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts located in Surat, Gujarat, India.
(For global users: We choose Indian law and Surat jurisdiction as the Site is operated from India. This is common and generally enforceable for Indian-operated sites with international access.)
### 13. Changes to Terms & Conditions
We may revise these Terms at any time. The updated version will be posted here with a revised "Last Updated" date.
Your continued use after changes means you accept the new Terms. Check this page periodically.
### 14. Contact Information
For questions about these Terms:
**Email**: sureshcsm75@gmail.com
**Website**: https://www.recipe24.in/
We will respond to inquiries as promptly as possible.
Thank you for using Recipe 24. Enjoy cooking and happy eating!
