Terms of Service for Elara Eats
Effective Date: February 16, 2026
Welcome to Elara Eats (elaraeats.com). These Terms of Service (“Terms”) govern your access to and use of the Elara Eats website, including all content, features, and newsletter services provided by Elara Eats. By accessing or using the website, you agree to comply with and be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use our website. For questions or concerns, contact us at [email protected] or via our Contact Page.
1. About Elara Eats
Elara Eats is a personal food blog operated by Elara, dedicated to sharing recipes, kitchen stories, and culinary inspiration. The website is intended for a United States audience and does not offer affiliate services, sell products, or provide commercial transactions. The only personal information collected is for newsletter subscriptions.
2. Acceptance of Terms
By using Elara Eats, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms, as well as our Privacy Policy, Cookie Policy, and Disclaimer. If you do not agree with any part of these Terms, you must discontinue use of the website immediately.
3. Changes to Terms
Elara Eats reserves the right to update, modify, or replace these Terms at any time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. Continued use of the website after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms. We encourage you to review this page periodically for the latest information.
4. Website Content
- Ownership: All content on Elara Eats, including recipes, text, images, graphics, and design, is the intellectual property of Elara Eats unless otherwise noted. Content may not be reproduced, distributed, or used for commercial purposes without prior written permission.
- Personal Use: You may access and use the website for personal, non-commercial purposes only. You may print or save recipes for personal use, but you may not republish or redistribute content without explicit consent.
- Accuracy: While we strive for accuracy and quality, Elara Eats does not guarantee that all content is error-free, complete, or up-to-date. Recipes and information are provided for informational purposes only.
5. User Conduct
- Respectful Use: You agree to use Elara Eats in a respectful manner and not to engage in any activity that may harm, disrupt, or interfere with the website or its users.
- Prohibited Actions: You may not:
- Use the website for unlawful purposes
- Post or transmit offensive, defamatory, or harmful content
- Attempt to gain unauthorized access to the website or its systems
- Use automated means to access or scrape content
- Impersonate any person or entity
6. Newsletter Subscription
- Subscription: By subscribing to the Elara Eats newsletter, you consent to receive weekly recipes, kitchen stories, and updates. Your email address is collected solely for this purpose and handled in accordance with our Privacy Policy.
- Unsubscribe: You may unsubscribe at any time by clicking the “unsubscribe” link in any newsletter email or by contacting us at [email protected].
- No Spam: We respect your inbox and will never send spam or share your email address with other parties.
7. Privacy and Data Protection
Your privacy is important to us. Please review our Privacy Policy for details on how we collect, use, and protect your information. By using Elara Eats, you consent to the practices described in our Privacy Policy.
8. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Elara Eats uses cookies and similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience, analyze site traffic, and remember your preferences. For more information, please see our Cookie Policy. You can control cookies through your browser settings, but disabling cookies may affect your experience on our site.
9. Intellectual Property Rights
- Copyright: All content on Elara Eats is protected by copyright and other intellectual property laws. Unauthorized use, reproduction, or distribution of content is strictly prohibited.
- Trademarks: Any trademarks, logos, or brand names appearing on Elara Eats are the property of their respective owners and may not be used without permission.
- User Submissions: If you submit comments, feedback, or content to Elara Eats, you grant us a non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use, display, and publish your submission. You represent that your submission does not infringe on any third-party rights.
10. Third-Party Links
Elara Eats may contain links to external websites for reference or inspiration. We are not responsible for the content, privacy practices, or terms of those sites. Accessing third-party links is at your own risk. Please review their terms and policies before engaging with external sites.
11. Disclaimer
All content on Elara Eats is provided for informational purposes only. While we strive for accuracy, results may vary based on individual circumstances, ingredients, and cooking methods. Elara Eats does not provide medical, dietary, or professional advice. Please consult a qualified professional for health or dietary concerns. Elara Eats is not responsible for any adverse effects resulting from recipe use or reliance on site content.
12. Limitation of Liability
- To the fullest extent permitted by law, Elara Eats and its owner(s) shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages arising from your use of the website, reliance on content, or inability to access the site.
- This includes, but is not limited to, damages for personal injury, loss of data, loss of profits, or any other losses resulting from recipe use, site errors, or third-party links.
- Your sole remedy for dissatisfaction with the website or its content is to discontinue use of Elara Eats.
13. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Elara Eats, its owner(s), and affiliates from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, or expenses arising from your use of the website, violation of these Terms, or infringement of any third-party rights.
14. Children’s Use
Elara Eats is intended for a general audience and does not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe a child has provided information to us, please contact us immediately so we can remove it.
15. Termination
Elara Eats reserves the right to terminate or restrict your access to the website at any time, without notice, for violation of these Terms or for any other reason deemed appropriate by Elara Eats.
16. Governing Law
These Terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the United States and the State of California, without regard to conflict of law principles. Any disputes arising from these Terms or your use of Elara Eats shall be resolved in the courts located in California.
17. Your Rights and Choices
- Access: You may request a copy of the personal information we hold about you.
- Correction: You may request corrections to inaccurate or incomplete information.
- Deletion: You may request deletion of your personal information at any time.
- Unsubscribe: You can unsubscribe from our newsletter at any time.
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at [email protected] or via our Contact Page.
18. California Privacy Rights (CCPA)
If you are a California resident, you have the right to request information about how we collect, use, and disclose your personal information. You may also request deletion of your information. To make a request, contact us at [email protected].
19. Severability
If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions will remain in full force and effect.
20. Entire Agreement
These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy, Cookie Policy, and Disclaimer, constitute the entire agreement between you and Elara Eats regarding your use of the website.
21. Contact Information
- Email: [email protected]
- Contact Page: elaraeats.com/contact
Thank you for visiting Elara Eats. We hope you enjoy our recipes and kitchen stories. Your continued use of the website signifies your acceptance of these Terms.