Effective Date: 30^th July 2025
Last Updated: 30^th July 2025

Welcome to EatYumz

These Terms & Conditions (“Terms”) govern your use of www.eatyumz.com and all related services, content, and materials. By accessing or using our website, you agree to be legally bound by these Terms.

In plain English: These are the rules for using our website. If you don’t agree with them, please don’t use the site. We’ve tried to make this as straightforward as possible, but some legal language is necessary to protect everyone involved.

Who We Are:
EatYumz is operated by Ashley Harris, Adam Alison, and Emma Tylore as independent content creators based in Alabama, United States. We’re passionate about creating gut-friendly, family-approved recipes that make real life easier.

Our Address:
EatYumz
705 13th St
Tuscaloosa, AL 35401, USA

Contact: contact@eatyumz.com

Table of Contents

1. Acceptance of Terms
2. Changes to Terms
3. Use of Our Website
4. Intellectual Property Rights
5. User Conduct & Community Guidelines
6. Content Disclaimers & Limitations
7. Third-Party Links & Services
8. Limitation of Liability
9. Indemnification
10. Disclaimers
11. Privacy & Data Protection
12. Termination
13. Dispute Resolution & Governing Law
14. General Provisions
15. Contact Information

Acceptance of Terms

By accessing, browsing, or using www.eatyumz.com in any way, you confirm and agree that:

• You are at least 18 years old, or you are accessing the site with parental or guardian consent and supervision
• You accept these Terms & Conditions in full without modification
• You agree to comply with all applicable local, state, national, and international laws and regulations
• You understand that these Terms may be updated periodically, and continued use constitutes acceptance of any changes
• You have read and understood our Privacy Policy and Disclaimer, which are incorporated into these Terms by reference

If you do not agree to these Terms, you must immediately discontinue use of EatYumz.com.

Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify, update, or change these Terms at any time at our sole discretion.

When we make changes:

• We’ll update the “Last Updated” date at the top of this page
• For significant changes that materially affect your rights, we’ll provide notice via:
  • Email notification (if you’re subscribed to our newsletter)
  • Prominent notice on our website homepage
  • Banner notification when you visit the site
• Changes become effective immediately upon posting unless otherwise specified

Your Responsibility:

• Check these Terms periodically for updates
• Continued use of our website after changes constitutes acceptance
• If you disagree with modified Terms, discontinue use immediately

We encourage you to review these Terms every few months to stay informed of any changes.

Use of Our Website

Permitted Uses

You are welcome and encouraged to:

Browse & Learn:

• View our recipes, blog posts, and content for personal, non-commercial use
• Read articles and educational content about gut health and cooking
• Learn cooking techniques and methods shared on our site

Personal Cooking:

• Make our recipes in your personal home kitchen for yourself, family, and friends
• Print recipes for personal reference and home use
• Save recipes to your personal files or recipe management software

Share & Engage:

• Share links to our recipes and content on social media platforms
• Email links to friends and family who might enjoy our content
• Subscribe to our newsletter for updates
• Comment on our blog posts respectfully
• Participate in our community discussions
• Tag us in photos of recipes you’ve made (we love seeing them!)

Adapt for Personal Use:

• Modify recipes for dietary restrictions, allergies, or preferences in your home kitchen
• Adjust serving sizes for your family’s needs
• Experiment with ingredient substitutions for personal meals

Prohibited Uses

You may NOT do any of the following without our express written permission:

Content Reproduction:

• Copy, reproduce, or republish full recipes or substantial portions of content on other websites, blogs, or platforms
• Scrape, harvest, or collect content using automated means (bots, spiders, scrapers)
• Create derivative works based on our content for publication
• Reproduce our photography, images, or videos on other platforms
• Compile our recipes into cookbooks, ebooks, or recipe collections for distribution

Commercial Use:

• Use our recipes for commercial purposes (restaurants, catering, food trucks, bakeries, etc.) without written permission
• Sell products or services using our recipes
• Use our content in commercial publications or media
• Republish recipes in magazines, newspapers, or commercial websites
• Include our recipes in commercial meal planning or meal kit services

Attribution Removal:

• Remove copyright notices, author attributions, watermarks, or proprietary notices from any content
• Present our recipes or content as your own creation
• Modify attribution information or links back to EatYumz

Technical Violations:

• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems, networks, servers, or databases
• Use any automated system to access the website in a way that sends more requests than a human can reasonably produce
• Interfere with or disrupt the website’s operation or servers
• Circumvent any security features or access controls
• Reverse engineer, decompile, or disassemble any aspect of the website

Harmful Activities:

• Transmit viruses, malware, trojan horses, worms, or other harmful code
• Upload or transmit any content that contains software viruses or harmful components
• Use the website to distribute spam, malware, or phishing attempts
• Engage in any activity that could damage, disable, or impair our website

User Misconduct:

• Harass, abuse, threaten, or intimidate other users or our team members
• Impersonate EatYumz team members, other users, or any person or entity
• Post false, misleading, or deceptive content in comments or communications
• Use the website for any unlawful purpose or to violate any laws
• Violate the intellectual property rights of EatYumz or any third party

Spam & Solicitation:

• Post spam, advertisements, or unsolicited promotional content in comments
• Use comment sections to advertise products, services, or other websites
• Solicit other users for commercial purposes
• Share referral links or affiliate links without disclosure

Data Collection:

• Collect or harvest personal information about other users without consent
• Use information obtained from our website to contact, advertise to, or solicit users
• Build databases or mailing lists using information from our site

Intellectual Property Rights

Our Copyright & Ownership

All content on EatYumz.com is protected by United States and international copyright laws, trademark laws, and other intellectual property rights.

This includes, but is not limited to:

Written Content:

• Original recipe instructions and descriptions
• Blog posts, articles, and educational content
• Recipe introductions, stories, and tips
• Cooking techniques and method descriptions
• All text and written materials

Visual Content:

• Original photographs of food and recipes
• Step-by-step process photos
• Infographics and instructional images
• Videos and video content
• Graphics, illustrations, and design elements

Website Elements:

• Website design, layout, and user interface
• Logo, branding, and brand identity
• Color schemes and visual styling
• Code, software, and technical implementations
• Database structures and organization

Intellectual Property:

• The “EatYumz” name and brand
• Taglines, slogans, and brand messaging
• Proprietary cooking methods or techniques we develop
• Original recipe concepts and combinations

Copyright Notice:
© 2024 EatYumz. All Rights Reserved.
Content created by Ashley Harris, Adam Alison, and Emma Tylore.

Trademark Notice:
EatYumz™ and associated logos are trademarks of the EatYumz brand. Unauthorized use is prohibited.

Using Our Recipes: Detailed Guidelines

We want you to enjoy and use our recipes! Here’s exactly what you can and cannot do:

What You MAY Do (Allowed Uses)

In Your Home Kitchen:

• Make any recipe for yourself, your family, friends, or personal gatherings
• Cook our recipes for non-commercial dinner parties, potlucks, or family events
• Adapt recipes for dietary needs, allergies, or taste preferences
• Adjust serving sizes and measurements for your needs
• Experiment with variations for personal use

Sharing on Social Media:

• Post a photo of your finished dish on Instagram, Facebook, Pinterest, TikTok, etc.
• Include 1-2 sentences about the recipe (e.g., “This was so delicious!”)
• MUST include: Direct link to the original recipe on EatYumz.com
• MUST include: Clear credit “Recipe from EatYumz” or “@EatYumz”
• Tag us so we can see your creation! We love reposting reader photos (with permission)

Sharing Links:

• Share direct links to our recipes via email, text, messaging apps
• Post recipe links on social media with your own caption
• Recommend our recipes in online forums or groups with proper links
• Pin our recipe images to Pinterest with intact source links

On Your Personal Blog/Website:

• Write about your experience making one of our recipes
• Include 1-2 sentences describing the dish with your own words
• Share your modifications or adaptations you made
• MUST include: Clear, prominent link to the original recipe on EatYumz.com
• MUST include: Explicit credit such as “Original recipe from EatYumz”
• Include your own original photos of your results (not our photos)

Print for Personal Use:

• Print recipes for your personal recipe binder or folder
• Save PDFs to your device for reference
• Keep printed copies in your kitchen for cooking

What You MAY NOT Do (Prohibited Uses)

Never Republish Full Recipes:

• Do NOT copy and paste complete recipes onto your website, blog, or social media
• Do NOT reproduce recipe instructions in full, even with attribution
• Do NOT screenshot entire recipes and post them elsewhere
• Do NOT include complete ingredient lists with full instructions on other platforms

This includes:

• Food blogs and recipe websites
• Social media posts (Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, etc.)
• Recipe sharing platforms
• Online forums and groups
• Email newsletters
• Digital recipe collections

Never Use Commercially Without Permission:

• Restaurants, cafes, food trucks, or catering businesses cannot use our recipes
• Meal prep services cannot use our recipes for customer meals
• Bakeries and food producers cannot use our recipes for products
• Cooking classes cannot use our recipes without licensing
• Meal kit services cannot include our recipes
• Food product companies cannot base products on our recipes

If you want to use recipes commercially, email contact@eatyumz.com with “COMMERCIAL LICENSE REQUEST”

Never Remove Attribution:

• Do NOT remove our name from recipes
• Do NOT present our recipes as your own creation
• Do NOT modify attribution when sharing excerpts
• Do NOT alter watermarks or copyright notices on images

Never Use in Publications:

• Cookbooks (print or digital) cannot include our recipes without permission
• Magazines cannot publish our recipes without licensing
• Newspapers cannot reprint our recipes without agreement
• Recipe apps cannot incorporate our content without permission
• Ebooks or digital products cannot include our recipes without authorization

Never Use Our Photography:

• Do NOT download and use our recipe photos on your website or blog
• Do NOT use our images in your social media posts (except when directly sharing our links)
• Do NOT use our photos in commercial materials, advertisements, or publications
• Do NOT edit, crop, or modify our images and claim them as yours

Proper Attribution Examples

CORRECT Social Media Post:

"Just made this amazing gut-friendly pasta from @EatYumz and my family loved it! Easy, delicious, and my stomach feels great. 
🔗 Recipe: [link to EatYumz.com recipe]"
[Your photo of the dish]

CORRECT Blog Post:

"Last night I tried the Creamy Gut-Friendly Pasta from EatYumz, and it was incredible! I made a few modifications [describe your changes]. The original recipe is fantastic, and you can find it here: [link]. I highly recommend checking out Ashley's site for more amazing gut-healthy recipes!"
[Your photos of your cooking process]

INCORRECT (Violation):

"Creamy Pasta Recipe
Ingredients: [full ingredient list]
Instructions: [complete step-by-step instructions]
Enjoy!"
[Even with credit to EatYumz, this is a violation]

User-Generated Content & Comments

When you comment on our blog, submit content, or interact with EatYumz:

You Grant Us License:

• Non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free license to display, reproduce, and use your comment/content on our website
• Right to edit comments for clarity, length, grammar, or appropriateness (though we rarely edit beyond removing spam)
• Right to moderate discussions and remove content that violates our guidelines
• Permission to feature your feedback, photos, or testimonials in our marketing (with attribution)

You Retain Ownership:

• You maintain ownership of your comments, photos, and feedback
• You’re responsible for the content you post
• You can request removal of your comments at any time

You Represent and Warrant:

• Your content is original or you have permission to share it
• Your content doesn’t violate anyone’s intellectual property rights
• Your content doesn’t violate any laws or regulations
• Your content doesn’t contain false, misleading, or defamatory information
• You have all necessary rights to grant us the license above

Photos of Your Cooking: If you submit photos of your results:

• You grant us permission to share them on our website and social media
• We’ll always credit you by name (or username) unless you request anonymity
• You confirm you took the photos or have permission to share them
• You understand we may edit photos for size, brightness, or quality

Requesting Permission for Use

Need to use our content beyond personal use? Here’s how:

Email: contact@eatyumz.com
Subject: “PERMISSION REQUEST – [specific use]”

Include in your request:

• Your name and contact information
• What content you want to use (specific recipes, photos, etc.)
• How you plan to use it (commercial, publication, etc.)
• Where it will appear (website, book, product, etc.)
• Timeline for use
• Any compensation or revenue involved

We’ll respond within 5-7 business days with permission, licensing terms, or questions.

Commercial Licensing: We’re open to licensing arrangements for:

• Restaurant or catering use
• Product development
• Publication in cookbooks or magazines
• Use in meal kit or meal prep services
• Cooking classes or educational programs

Terms and fees vary based on scope and use. Contact us to discuss.

User Conduct & Community Guidelines

EatYumz is built on a foundation of kindness, respect, and support. We’ve created a community where people can share their cooking journeys without judgment.

Expected Conduct (Be a Good Human)

Please:

Be Respectful:

• Treat other users, our team, and everyone with kindness and respect
• Disagree politely when you have different opinions
• Acknowledge that everyone has different dietary needs, preferences, and situations
• Remember there’s a real person behind every comment

Be Constructive:

• Share helpful feedback and tips from your experience
• Offer suggestions in a supportive, non-judgmental way
• Help other community members who have questions
• Celebrate others’ successes and encourage those facing challenges

Be Honest:

• Share genuine experiences with recipes
• Be truthful about modifications you made
• Admit mistakes or recipe failures (we all have them!)
• Give accurate information when helping others

Be Appropriate:

• Use family-friendly language
• Stay on topic in comments (related to recipes and cooking)
• Keep discussions relevant to the post
• Respect others’ privacy

Be Inclusive:

• Welcome diverse dietary preferences (vegan, keto, omnivore, etc.)
• Respect food allergies and restrictions
• Avoid diet shaming or food policing
• Acknowledge that everyone’s health journey is unique

Prohibited Conduct (Don’t Do This)

Never:

Post Offensive Content:

• Racist, sexist, homophobic, transphobic, or discriminatory language or content
• Hate speech or content that promotes hatred toward any group
• Sexually explicit or inappropriate content
• Violent, threatening, or abusive content
• Content that harasses, bullies, or intimidates others

Share Harmful Information:

• Deliberately false or misleading health information
• Dangerous food safety practices
• Harmful diet advice or eating disorder content
• Medical advice or diagnoses (we’re not doctors!)
• Content that could harm vulnerable individuals

Violate Others’ Rights:

• Share others’ personal information without consent (doxxing)
• Post content that violates intellectual property rights
• Impersonate other users, our team members, or any person/entity
• Use others’ photos without permission

Spam or Self-Promote:

• Post spam, advertisements, or unsolicited promotional content
• Share excessive links to your own website, blog, or products
• Use comment sections solely to advertise
• Post repetitive or off-topic content

Engage in Disruptive Behavior:

• Troll, provoke, or deliberately start arguments
• Post inflammatory or divisive content to get reactions
• Hijack comment threads or derail discussions
• Engage in excessive negativity without constructive purpose

Misuse the Platform:

• Create multiple accounts to manipulate comments or votes
• Coordinate harassment or brigading campaigns
• Manipulate ratings or reviews
• Attempt to game our systems

Comment Moderation

Our Approach: We believe in light-touch moderation that preserves authentic conversation while maintaining a positive community.

We Reserve the Right To:

• Remove comments that violate these guidelines
• Edit comments to remove prohibited content (rarely done)
• Ban users who repeatedly violate guidelines
• Delete spam, advertisements, or off-topic content
• Moderate discussions that become unproductive or harmful
• Make final decisions on what constitutes violations

Our Process:

First Violation (Usually):

• We’ll typically issue a warning
• May remove the offending comment with explanation
• Give you opportunity to engage positively going forward

Repeated Violations:

• Temporary ban from commenting (duration varies)
• Permanent ban for severe or persistent violations
• All previous comments may be removed

Severe Violations:

• Immediate permanent ban without warning for:
  • Hate speech or discriminatory content
  • Threats, harassment, or abuse
  • Sharing others’ personal information
  • Posting illegal content
  • Attempting to harm our website or users

Appeals: If you believe your comment was removed in error, email contact@eatyumz.com with “MODERATION APPEAL” in the subject line.

Reporting Violations

If you see content that violates these guidelines:

Email: contact@eatyumz.com
Subject: “REPORT COMMENT VIOLATION”

Include:

• Link to the specific comment or content
• Description of the violation
• Any relevant context

We’ll review reports within 24-48 hours and take appropriate action.

We Appreciate:

• Users who help keep our community positive
• Thoughtful reporting of genuine violations
• Patience while we review reports

Content Disclaimers & Limitations

Recipe Results & Outcomes

No Guaranteed Results:

While we test every recipe multiple times in our own kitchens before publishing, we cannot guarantee:

• Your recipe will turn out identically to ours
• Exact appearance, texture, or flavor outcomes
• Success with ingredient substitutions or modifications
• Specific prep times or cook times in your kitchen
• That every person will enjoy the taste or texture
• Results when using different equipment or techniques
• Outcomes at different altitudes or humidity levels

Variables Beyond Our Control:

Recipe results depend on many factors including:

• Your equipment: Oven temperature accuracy, stovetop heat consistency, appliance variations
• Your ingredients: Brand differences, freshness, quality, regional variations
• Your technique: Cooking experience, measurement accuracy, timing, attention to detail
• Your environment: Altitude, humidity, ambient temperature, water quality
• Your modifications: Substitutions, quantity changes, technique adjustments

We Test With:

• Standard home kitchens in Alabama
• Common grocery store ingredients
• Typical home cooking equipment
• Our personal cooking experience and technique

Your Results May Vary: This is normal and expected. Cooking is part science, part art, and results vary between kitchens and cooks.

Health & Medical Disclaimer

CRITICAL: READ CAREFULLY

This Is NOT Medical Advice:

Nothing on EatYumz.com constitutes:

• Professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment
• Personalized nutritional counseling or diet plans
• Treatment recommendations for health conditions
• Recommendations for managing diseases or disorders
• Professional guidance for specific health situations

We Are NOT:

• Licensed medical doctors or healthcare providers
• Registered dietitians or licensed nutritionists
• Certified health professionals or therapists
• Qualified to diagnose or treat medical conditions
• Able to provide personalized health advice

Always Consult Professionals:

You MUST consult qualified healthcare professionals before:

• Making significant dietary changes
• Starting any new eating pattern or diet plan
• Addressing health conditions through food choices
• Managing chronic conditions via nutrition
• Taking dietary supplements or making supplement changes
• Following any health-related advice from our content

Especially Critical If You Have:

• Diabetes or blood sugar disorders
• Heart disease, high blood pressure, or cardiovascular conditions
• Kidney disease or impaired kidney function
• Liver disease or liver conditions
• Digestive disorders (IBS, IBD, Crohn’s, colitis, celiac disease, etc.)
• Food allergies or severe sensitivities
• Eating disorders or history of disordered eating
• Are pregnant, breastfeeding, or trying to conceive
• Any chronic health condition or disease
• Take prescription medications (potential food-drug interactions)

Gut Health Information

Ashley’s Personal Experience:

Our gut health content is based primarily on:

• Ashley Harris’s personal journey and observations
• Her individual experience with how food affects her digestion, energy, and wellbeing
• General research and learning she’s done over time
• Anecdotal evidence and personal experimentation

This Does NOT Mean:

• It will work the same way for you
• It’s appropriate for your specific health situation
• It’s a treatment or cure for digestive conditions
• It replaces medical diagnosis or treatment
• It’s based on formal medical or nutritional training

Everyone Is Different:

Gut health is highly individual:

• Your microbiome is unique to you
• What helps one person may not help another
• Sensitivities and tolerances vary dramatically
• Health conditions require personalized approaches
• Professional guidance is essential for gut health issues

We Strongly Recommend:

If you’re dealing with:

• Persistent digestive issues
• Diagnosed gut conditions (IBS, IBD, SIBO, etc.)
• Unexplained symptoms
• Chronic problems

Consult:

• Gastroenterologist for medical diagnosis and treatment
• Registered dietitian specializing in gut health
• Other appropriate healthcare professionals

Don’t rely solely on internet information (including ours) for managing gut health conditions.

Nutritional Information Accuracy

Estimates Only – Not Guaranteed:

Any nutritional information provided (calories, macronutrients, vitamins, minerals) is:

Approximate and estimated using:

• Online nutrition calculators
• Generic ingredient databases
• Standard portion sizes
• Averaged values from databases

NOT exact or verified because:

• Ingredient brands vary significantly in nutrition content
• Product formulations change over time
• Preparation methods affect nutritional values
• Portion sizes differ between servings
• Calculation tools have inherent limitations and margin of error
• We don’t use professional nutritional analysis labs

Your Responsibility:

If you need accurate nutritional information for:

• Medical dietary restrictions (diabetes, kidney disease, heart disease, etc.)
• Calorie counting or strict macros tracking
• Specific nutrient monitoring (sodium, potassium, etc.)
• Professional or athletic nutrition requirements
• Any health-critical nutritional tracking

You MUST:

• Calculate nutrition yourself using your exact ingredients and brands
• Weigh and measure all portions accurately
• Use verified professional nutritional analysis tools
• Consult a registered dietitian for personalized guidance
• Not rely on our estimates for health-critical decisions

We’re Not Liable: For any health consequences, medical issues, or problems resulting from reliance on our nutritional estimates.

Allergen & Food Safety Warnings

YOU Are Responsible for Your Safety:

Allergen Verification:

Our recipes may contain or come into contact with major allergens:

• Dairy (milk, cheese, butter, cream, yogurt)
• Eggs
• Wheat and gluten
• Soy products
• Tree nuts (almonds, walnuts, cashews, pecans, etc.)
• Peanuts
• Fish and shellfish
• Sesame seeds

We Cannot Guarantee:

• Allergen-free status of any recipe
• Absence of cross-contamination in ingredients
• Accuracy of manufacturer allergen information
• Safety for individuals with severe allergies
• That ingredient formulations haven’t changed

Before Making ANY Recipe:

1. Read ALL ingredient labels carefully – manufacturers change formulations
2. Verify products are certified allergen-free if you have severe allergies
3. Check for cross-contamination warnings on every package
4. Contact manufacturers directly with specific allergen questions
5. Understand hidden allergens in processed foods
6. Use separate equipment if preventing cross-contamination
7. Inform all diners of ingredients in dishes you serve

Food Safety Is Your Responsibility:

We assume you understand and practice:

• Proper food handling and storage
• Safe internal cooking temperatures
• Prevention of cross-contamination
• Recognition of food spoilage
• Basic kitchen hygiene and sanitation
• Proper thawing and refrigeration

We’re Not Liable: For food poisoning, foodborne illness, allergic reactions, or any adverse health effects resulting from recipe preparation or consumption.

Third-Party Links & Services

External Websites

EatYumz.com contains links to external websites and services that we don’t own or control.

When You Click External Links:

• You leave EatYumz.com and our control
• You’re subject to that site’s terms, policies, and practices
• We’re not responsible for their content, privacy practices, or business conduct
• We don’t endorse all linked content (unless we explicitly state we do)
• You access external sites at your own risk

We Don’t Control or Verify:

• Accuracy of information on external websites
• Privacy practices or data collection of other sites
• Security measures of linked websites
• Content that appears on external platforms
• Business practices or customer service of linked companies
• Product quality or safety of items sold elsewhere

Affiliate Relationships & Disclosures

Transparency About Affiliate Links:

Some links on EatYumz are affiliate links. This means:

How It Works:

• We may earn a small commission if you purchase through certain links
• You pay exactly the same price – no markup for you
• The commission comes from the seller, not from you
• This helps support our free content creation

What This Means:

• We have a financial relationship with some companies we link to
• We may receive compensation for purchases made through our links
• This does NOT influence our editorial content or honest opinions
• We only recommend products we genuinely believe are valuable
• We disclose affiliate relationships clearly where required

Our Ethics:

• We don’t recommend products solely for commission
• Our opinions remain honest, independent, and authentic
• We test or use products we recommend when possible
• We’ll tell you if we haven’t personally used something
• We sometimes receive free products for review (always disclosed)

You’re Not Obligated:

• You never have to purchase through our links
• You can find products elsewhere at the same price
• We appreciate but don’t require your support through purchases
• Our free content remains free regardless

What We’re NOT Responsible For:

• Product quality, safety, or performance
• Seller customer service or policies
• Shipping issues or delivery problems
• Return or refund policies
• Product availability or price changes
• Accuracy of product descriptions by sellers

Third-Party Services We Use

We May Use Services From:

• Google Analytics (website analytics)
• Email service providers (Mailchimp, ConvertKit, etc.)
• Advertising networks (Google AdSense, Mediavine, etc.)
• Social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, etc.)
• Payment processors (PayPal, Stripe, etc.)
• Hosting providers and CDNs
• Comment management systems

These Services:

• Have their own privacy policies and terms
• May collect information about your visit
• Are not under our direct control
• Provide essential functionality for our website

See our Privacy Policy for details about third-party data collection and use.

Limitation of Liability

IMPORTANT LEGAL PROTECTION – PLEASE READ CAREFULLY

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW:

EatYumz, Ashley Harris, Adam Alison, Emma Tylore, and any associated parties, employees, agents, or representatives ARE NOT LIABLE for any damages, losses, or harm arising from:

Direct Damages

We’re Not Liable For:

• Personal injury, illness, or death resulting from recipe preparation or food consumption
• Property damage from cooking, food preparation, or kitchen activities
• Allergic reactions, food poisoning, or adverse health effects from recipes
• Financial losses from following advice, recommendations, or information on our site
• Medical expenses incurred from health issues related to our content
• Costs of wasted ingredients, time, or effort from unsuccessful recipes
• Damage to equipment or appliances during recipe preparation

Indirect & Consequential Damages

We’re Not Liable For:

• Loss of profits, business, contracts, or business opportunities
• Loss of anticipated savings or business revenue
• Loss of data, information, or digital files
• Loss of goodwill or reputation damage
• Consequential losses or damages of any kind
• Incidental damages arising from use of our website
• Punitive or exemplary damages

Website & Content Issues

We’re Not Liable For:

• Errors, omissions, inaccuracies, or outdated information in content
• Technical problems, website downtime, or unavailability
• Loss of access to recipes, content, or saved information
• Viruses, malware, or security breaches (though we work to prevent them)
• Hacking, unauthorized access, or data breaches
• Corrupted files, failed downloads, or broken links
• Display errors, formatting issues, or compatibility problems

Third-Party Issues

We’re Not Liable For:

• Actions, content, or practices of third-party websites or services
• Products purchased through affiliate links or external sites
• Services provided by advertisers or sponsors
• User-generated content or comments from other users
• Inaccurate information from external sources we link to

User Actions

We’re Not Liable For:

• Your use or misuse of recipes, content, or information
• Your failure to follow safety guidelines or instructions
• Your modifications to recipes or cooking methods
• Your decisions based on our content
• Your interactions with other users
• Your violation of these Terms

Maximum Liability Cap

If we are found liable despite these limitations:

Our total aggregate liability to you for all claims arising from use of EatYumz.com will not exceed:

• $100 USD (one hundred US dollars), OR
• The amount you actually paid us for services (if any)
• Whichever is less

Basis of the Bargain

These liability limitations are fundamental elements of the agreement between us. They reflect:

• The free nature of our content
• The fact that we’re sharing personal experiences, not professional services
• The reasonable allocation of risk between us
• The need for legal protection to continue providing free content

Without these limitations, we could not offer our content freely.

Exceptions

Some jurisdictions don’t allow limitation of certain damages. If you’re in such a jurisdiction, some limitations may not apply to you, but they apply to the fullest extent permitted by law.

Nothing in these Terms:

• Excludes liability for death or personal injury caused by negligence
• Limits liability in ways not permitted by applicable law
• Excludes liability for fraud or fraudulent misrepresentation

Indemnification

You Agree to Defend, Indemnify, and Hold Harmless:

EatYumz, Ashley Harris, Adam Alison, Emma Tylore, and any associated parties, employees, agents, successors, and assigns from and against any and all claims, damages, losses, costs, investigations, liabilities, judgments, fines, penalties, settlements, interest, and expenses (including attorneys’ fees) that arise from or relate to:

Your Actions:

• Your use or misuse of EatYumz.com or our content
• Your preparation or consumption of recipes from our site
• Your violation of these Terms & Conditions
• Your violation of any applicable laws or regulations
• Your violation of any third-party rights
• Your negligence or willful misconduct

Content You Provide:

• Comments, feedback, or content you post or submit
• Photos, reviews, or testimonials you share
• Information you provide that violates others’ rights
• False