Terms of Service
Last updated: December 2024
Effective date: December 2024
Acceptance of Terms
By accessing and using Dinner Decision Helper ("the Service"), 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 ("Terms") govern your use of our website located at whattoeatfordinner.website (the "Service") operated by What to Eat for Dinner ("us", "we", or "our").
Description of Service
What to Eat for Dinner is a web-based platform that helps users decide what to have for dinner through:
- Random meal selection with customizable filters
- Links to external recipe and restaurant search services
- Community-contributed dish database
- Educational content about food and cooking
- Multi-language support (English, Chinese, Spanish)
- Advertisement display through Google AdSense (when applicable)
User Responsibilities
Acceptable Use
You agree to use the Service only for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms. You agree not to:
- Use the Service in any way that violates applicable laws or regulations
- Submit false, misleading, or inappropriate content
- Attempt to gain unauthorized access to the Service or its systems
- Interfere with or disrupt the Service or servers connected to the Service
- Use automated systems to access the Service without permission
- Impersonate any person or entity or misrepresent your affiliation
Content Contributions
When contributing dish suggestions or other content, you represent that:
- The content is accurate to the best of your knowledge
- You have the right to submit the content
- The content does not infringe on any third-party rights
- The content is appropriate and family-friendly
Disclaimers and Limitations
Service Availability
We strive to maintain the Service, but we do not guarantee that it will be available at all times. The Service may be temporarily unavailable due to maintenance, updates, or technical issues.
Content Accuracy
While we make efforts to ensure the accuracy of dish information, we do not guarantee that all content is accurate, complete, or up-to-date. Users should verify information independently, especially regarding dietary restrictions and allergies.
External Links and Advertisements
Our Service contains links to external websites (such as Google for recipes and restaurants) and may display advertisements through Google AdSense or other advertising networks. We are not responsible for the content, privacy policies, or practices of these external sites or advertisers. Clicking on advertisements or links may redirect you to third-party websites.
Health and Dietary Considerations
The Service is for entertainment and convenience purposes only. We are not responsible for any health issues, allergic reactions, or dietary problems that may result from following our suggestions. Always consult with healthcare professionals regarding dietary restrictions and health concerns.
Limitation of Liability
To the maximum extent permitted by law, we shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, or any loss of profits or revenues, whether incurred directly or indirectly, or any loss of data, use, goodwill, or other intangible losses resulting from your use of the Service.
Intellectual Property Rights
Our Content
The Service and its original content, features, and functionality are owned by Dinner Decision Helper and are protected by international copyright, trademark, patent, trade secret, and other intellectual property laws.
User-Generated Content
By submitting content to the Service, you grant us a non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free license to use, modify, and display your content in connection with the Service. You retain ownership of your content.
Permitted Use
You may use the Service for personal, non-commercial purposes. You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, or create derivative works of our content without explicit permission.
Privacy
Your privacy is important to us. Please review our Privacy Policy, which also governs your use of the Service, to understand our practices. Our Privacy Policy is available at whattoeatfordinner.website/privacy.html.
Service Modifications and Termination
We reserve the right to modify or discontinue the Service at any time, with or without notice. We may also terminate or suspend your access to the Service if you violate these Terms.
We are not liable to you or any third party for any modification, suspension, or discontinuation of the Service.
Dispute Resolution and Governing Law
Governing Law
These Terms shall be interpreted and governed by the laws of the jurisdiction where our service is operated, without regard to conflict of law provisions.
Dispute Resolution
Any disputes arising from these Terms or your use of the Service will be resolved through:
- Direct Communication: We encourage users to contact us directly to resolve issues.
- Mediation: If direct communication fails, disputes may be resolved through mediation.
- Legal Action: As a last resort, disputes may be resolved through appropriate legal channels.
Changes to Terms
We reserve the right to update these Terms at any time. We will notify users of any material changes by posting the new Terms on this page and updating the "Last updated" date. Your continued use of the Service after any changes constitutes acceptance of the new Terms.
Contact Information
If you have any questions about these Terms of Service, please contact us:
Email: contact@whattoeatfordinner.website
Subject Line: Terms of Service Inquiry
Response Time: We respond within 48 hours
Severability
If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable or invalid, that provision will be limited or eliminated to the minimum extent necessary so that these Terms will otherwise remain in full force and effect.