Terms of Service
Table of Contents
1. Acceptance of Terms
By accessing and using Pâtisserie & Plus, you accept and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service and all applicable laws and regulations. If you do not agree with any part of these terms, you must not use this website. These Terms of Service constitute a legally binding agreement between you and Pâtisserie & Plus.
Your continued use of the website following the posting of any changes to these terms constitutes acceptance of those changes. It is your responsibility to review these Terms of Service periodically for updates. We recommend bookmarking this page and checking back regularly.
If you are using this website on behalf of an organization, you represent and warrant that you have the authority to bind that organization to these Terms of Service, and your agreement to these terms will be treated as the agreement of the organization.
2. Description of Service
Pâtisserie & Plus is a recipe and food content website that provides recipes, cooking instructions, food photography, nutritional information, and related culinary content for informational and entertainment purposes. Our content is intended to inspire home cooks and food enthusiasts.
We strive to provide accurate and up-to-date content; however, we make no representations or warranties of any kind, express or implied, about the completeness, accuracy, reliability, suitability, or availability of the website or the information, products, services, or related content contained on the website for any purpose. Any reliance you place on such information is strictly at your own risk.
We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue any aspect of the website at any time without prior notice. This includes the right to add or remove features, change the layout or design, and alter the content available on the website. We shall not be liable to you or any third party for any modification, suspension, or discontinuation of the service.
3. User Conduct
When using Pâtisserie & Plus, you agree to conduct yourself in a respectful and lawful manner. You may not use the website for any purpose that is unlawful or prohibited by these Terms of Service.
Prohibited activities include, but are not limited to: posting or transmitting any content that is abusive, harassing, defamatory, obscene, or otherwise objectionable; attempting to gain unauthorized access to any portion of the website, other users' accounts, or any systems or networks connected to the website; using any automated means, including bots, scrapers, or spiders, to access, copy, or monitor content on the website without our prior written consent; interfering with or disrupting the website or the servers and networks connected to the website; impersonating any person or entity, or falsely stating or otherwise misrepresenting your affiliation with a person or entity.
If you submit comments, reviews, or other user-generated content, you are solely responsible for the content you post. You grant Pâtisserie & Plus a non-exclusive, royalty-free, perpetual, and worldwide license to use, reproduce, modify, and display such content in connection with the operation of the website. We reserve the right to remove any user-generated content that violates these terms or that we find objectionable for any reason.
4. Intellectual Property
All content on Pâtisserie & Plus, including but not limited to text, recipes, photographs, graphics, logos, icons, audio clips, video clips, digital downloads, and data compilations, is the property of Pâtisserie & Plus or its content creators and is protected by applicable intellectual property laws, including copyright, trademark, and trade secret laws.
You may view, download, and print content from this website for your personal, non-commercial use only, provided that you do not modify the content and that you retain all copyright and other proprietary notices contained in the original materials. You may not reproduce, distribute, republish, upload, post, or transmit any content from this website in any form or by any means without our prior written permission.
Our recipes may be shared for personal use, but you may not republish our recipes in full on other websites, in print publications, or in any other medium without written permission. You may share a brief excerpt of a recipe along with a link back to the original page on Pâtisserie & Plus. If you are a blogger or content creator interested in featuring one of our recipes, please contact us for permission.
The Pâtisserie & Plus name, logo, and all related names, logos, product and service names, designs, and slogans are trademarks of Pâtisserie & Plus. You may not use such marks without our prior written permission. All other names, logos, product and service names, designs, and slogans on this website are the trademarks of their respective owners.
5. Disclaimer of Warranties
THE WEBSITE AND ALL CONTENT, MATERIALS, INFORMATION, SERVICES, AND PRODUCTS AVAILABLE THROUGH THE WEBSITE ARE PROVIDED ON AN "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" BASIS WITHOUT ANY WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, WHETHER EXPRESS, IMPLIED, STATUTORY, OR OTHERWISE. TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, Pâtisserie & Plus DISCLAIMS ALL WARRANTIES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, TITLE, AND NON-INFRINGEMENT.
We do not warrant that the website will be uninterrupted, timely, secure, or error-free, that the results obtained from the use of the website will be accurate or reliable, or that the quality of any content, products, services, information, or other material obtained through the website will meet your expectations. No advice or information, whether oral or written, obtained by you from Pâtisserie & Plus or through the website shall create any warranty not expressly stated in these Terms of Service.
While we make every effort to ensure our recipes are accurate and tested, cooking results may vary depending on ingredients, equipment, altitude, humidity, and individual skill levels. We do not guarantee that any recipe will produce identical results for every user.
6. Limitation of Liability
TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, IN NO EVENT SHALL Pâtisserie & Plus, ITS OWNERS, OPERATORS, CONTRIBUTORS, OR AFFILIATES BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION LOSS OF PROFITS, DATA, USE, GOODWILL, OR OTHER INTANGIBLE LOSSES, RESULTING FROM YOUR ACCESS TO OR USE OF OR INABILITY TO ACCESS OR USE THE WEBSITE.
This limitation of liability applies regardless of the theory of liability, whether based on warranty, contract, tort (including negligence), strict liability, or any other legal theory, and whether or not Pâtisserie & Plus has been advised of the possibility of such damages. This includes, but is not limited to, any damages resulting from errors or omissions in any content, or any loss or damage incurred as a result of the use of any content posted, transmitted, or otherwise made available through the website.
In jurisdictions that do not allow the exclusion or limitation of liability for consequential or incidental damages, our liability shall be limited to the fullest extent permitted by law. In no event shall our total aggregate liability exceed one hundred dollars ($100.00).
7. Nutritional Information Disclaimer
The nutritional information provided on Pâtisserie & Plus is offered as a courtesy and is based on estimates generated through third-party nutritional calculators or standard databases. This information is approximate and may vary depending on the specific ingredients, brands, and quantities you use when preparing a recipe.
Nutritional values, including calorie counts, macronutrient breakdowns, vitamin and mineral content, and allergen information, should not be considered a guarantee. We do not employ registered dietitians or nutritionists to verify every calculation. If you have specific dietary needs, food allergies, or medical conditions that require precise nutritional information, you should independently verify the nutritional content of each ingredient and consult with a qualified healthcare professional or registered dietitian.
Pâtisserie & Plus expressly disclaims any responsibility or liability for any adverse effects, allergic reactions, illness, or injury resulting from the use of recipes or reliance on nutritional information provided on this website.
8. External Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites, products, or services that are not owned or controlled by Pâtisserie & Plus. These links are provided for your convenience and reference only. We have no control over, and assume no responsibility for, the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party websites or services.
Some links on this website may be affiliate links, meaning we may earn a small commission if you make a purchase through those links, at no additional cost to you. Affiliate relationships do not influence our content or recommendations. We only recommend products and services that we genuinely believe will be useful to our audience.
The inclusion of any link does not imply endorsement, approval, or recommendation by Pâtisserie & Plus. You acknowledge and agree that we shall not be responsible or liable, directly or indirectly, for any damage or loss caused or alleged to be caused by or in connection with the use of or reliance on any such content, goods, or services available on or through any such third-party websites or services.
9. Changes to Terms
We reserve the right to revise and update these Terms of Service at any time at our sole discretion. All changes are effective immediately when we post them and apply to all access to and use of the website thereafter. When we make material changes, we will update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page.
Your continued use of the website following the posting of revised Terms of Service means that you accept and agree to the changes. You are expected to check this page frequently so you are aware of any changes, as they are binding on you. If you do not agree to the modified terms, you should discontinue your use of the website immediately.
10. Governing Law
These Terms of Service and any dispute or claim arising out of or in connection with them, or their subject matter or formation (including non-contractual disputes or claims), shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws applicable to the jurisdiction in which Pâtisserie & Plus operates, without regard to conflict of law principles.
Any legal suit, action, or proceeding arising out of or related to these Terms of Service or the website shall be instituted exclusively in the courts of competent jurisdiction. You waive any and all objections to the exercise of jurisdiction over you by such courts and to venue in such courts. If any provision of these Terms of Service is found to be unenforceable or invalid, that provision shall be limited or eliminated to the minimum extent necessary so that these Terms of Service shall otherwise remain in full force and effect.
Our failure to enforce any right or provision of these Terms of Service shall not be deemed a waiver of such right or provision. The waiver of any such right or provision shall be effective only if in writing and signed by a duly authorized representative of Pâtisserie & Plus.
11. Contact
If you have any questions about these Terms of Service, please contact us at:
Pâtisserie & Plus
Email: hello@french-patisserie.com
We will make every reasonable effort to address your concerns and resolve any disputes in good faith. We encourage you to contact us first before pursuing any formal legal action.