Last updated: September 24, 2025
Please read these terms and conditions carefully before using Our Service.
Welcome to Recipes by Josie (“we,” “our,” or “us”). These Terms and Conditions (“Terms”) govern your access to and use of https://www.recipesbyjosie.com (the “Site”) and any services we provide (collectively, the “Service”). By visiting or using the Service, you agree to be bound by these Terms and our Privacy Policy and Disclaimer. If you do not agree, please do not use our Service.
We are a personal blog sharing recipes, cooking tips, and related commentary. We do not sell products or offer paid services through the Site.
Definitions
- “Content” refers to all text, recipes, photographs, videos, graphics, and other materials published on the Site.
- “User,” “you,” or “your” refers to anyone who accesses or uses the Site.
- “Service” refers to the Site and any features or content we provide.
Use of the Site
You may access and use the Site for your own personal, non‑commercial purposes. You may print or save recipes for your own use and share links to our content as long as you credit us and do not alter the content.
Prohibited Conduct
You agree not to:
- Violate any intellectual property or other rights associated with the Site
- Republish, sell, or exploit any Content for commercial purposes without our written consent.
- Interfere with or disrupt the Site’s operation or security.
- Use the Site for illegal, fraudulent, or malicious purposes, including uploading malware or spam.
- Post comments or content that is defamatory, obscene, harassing, or infringes others’ rights.
- Attempt to gain unauthorized access to the Site or its servers.
Intellectual Property
Unless otherwise stated, all Content on the Site is our property or used with permission and is protected by copyright and other intellectual property laws. Our trademarks and logos may not be used without prior written consent. If you believe your work has been posted on our Site without authorization, please contact us.
User Content
By submitting comments or other content (“User Content”), you grant us a non‑exclusive, worldwide, royalty‑free licence to use, reproduce, and display your contribution. You are responsible for ensuring that your User Content complies with these Terms and applicable laws. We reserve the right to remove any User Content for any reason.
Third‑Party Links & Ads
The Site may link to third‑party websites or display advertisements. We are not responsible for third‑party content, privacy practices, or services. Interacting with a linked site or ad is at your own risk.
Affiliate Disclosure
We may include affiliate links to products or services. If you click an affiliate link and make a purchase, we may earn a commission at no extra cost to you. We only recommend items we genuinely believe may be useful.
Informational Content & Medical Disclaimer
The information on our Site is provided for general educational and inspirational purposes. We are not licensed medical or nutrition professionals, and nothing on the Site constitutes medical advice. Always consult a qualified health-care provider before making dietary or health decisions. Please read our Medical Disclaimer for more details.
Privacy & Cookies
We value your privacy. Our Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect personal data. We use cookies to enhance your browsing experience; please see our Cookie Policy for more information. By using the Site, you consent to these practices.
Service Availability
While we aim to provide a reliable Service, we reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue any part of the Site without notice. We may need to perform maintenance or updates that temporarily affect availability.
Termination
We may terminate or suspend your access to the Site without notice if you violate these Terms or engage in harmful conduct. You may stop using the Site at any time. Provisions that should reasonably survive termination (such as intellectual property rights and limitation of liability) will remain in effect.
Disclaimer of Warranties
The Site and its Content are provided “as is” and “as available.” We make no warranties, express or implied, including that the Site will be uninterrupted, error‑free, or free of viruses. To the fullest extent permitted by law, we disclaim all warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, and non‑infringement.
Limitation of Liability
To the maximum extent permitted by law, we will not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising from your use of the Site. Our total liability for any claim will not exceed one hundred US dollars ($100).
Indemnification
You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold us harmless from any claims, damages, liabilities, and expenses (including legal fees) arising from your use of the Site, violation of these Terms, or infringement of any rights of others.
Governing Law
These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of North Carolina, United States, without regard to conflict‑of‑law rules. You agree to submit to the exclusive jurisdiction of the state and federal courts located in North Carolina for any disputes arising out of or relating to these Terms or your use of the Site.
Severability
If any provision of these Terms is held invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions will remain in full force and effect.
Changes to These Terms
We may update these Terms from time to time. When we do, we will revise the “Last updated” date. Your continued use of the Site after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the revised Terms.
Contact Us
For questions about these Terms, please get in touch with us at [email protected] or through our contact form.