Terms of Service
Welcome to Ecogreenplate. These terms and conditions outline the rules and regulations for the use of our website and services.
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1. Acceptance of Terms
By accessing and using the Ecogreenplate website (located at www.ecogreenplate.com), 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", "Terms of Service") govern your use of our website and services operated by Ecogreenplate Ltd ("us", "we", or "our"). Our services include but are not limited to recipe recommendations, sustainable eating guides, community forums, and nutritional information.
Ecogreenplate is committed to promoting sustainable eating practices and providing our users with evidence-based nutritional information, environmental impact data, and community-driven content focused on eco-friendly food choices.
2. Use of Website
Our website is intended for users who are at least 13 years old. Persons under the age of 13 are not permitted to use or register for the website without parental consent. Users between the ages of 13 and 18 may use our services only with the consent and supervision of a parent or legal guardian.
Permitted Uses
- Browse and view our content for personal, non-commercial use
- Create an account to access personalized features
- Submit reviews, ratings, and comments on recipes and content
- Share our content on social media with proper attribution
- Participate in our community forums and discussions
- Use our educational resources about sustainable eating
You agree not to use the website for any unlawful purpose or in any way that might harm, damage, impair, or interfere with the proper working of the website or any other party's use and enjoyment of the website.
3. User Accounts and Registration
To access certain features of our website, you may be required to create an account. You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account information, including your password, and for all activities that occur under your account.
Account Responsibilities
- Provide accurate and complete registration information
- Update your account information when necessary
- Keep your password secure and confidential
- Notify us immediately of any unauthorized use
- Accept responsibility for all activities under your account
Account Features
- Personalized recipe recommendations
- Dietary preference tracking
- Environmental impact calculator
- Favorites and meal planning tools
- Community participation features
We reserve the right to suspend or terminate accounts that violate these terms or are used for fraudulent or abusive behavior. We may also require additional verification for accounts showing suspicious activity.
4. Intellectual Property Rights
The website and its original content, features, and functionality are and will remain the exclusive property of Ecogreenplate Ltd and its licensors. The website is protected by copyright, trademark, and other laws. Our trademarks and trade dress may not be used in connection with any product or service without our prior written consent.
Our Content
All recipes, nutritional information, environmental data, graphics, logos, images, audio clips, digital downloads, data compilations, and software are the property of Ecogreenplate Ltd or our content suppliers and are protected by copyright and database rights laws.
You may not use our trademarks, logos, or brand elements without explicit permission. However, you may share our recipes and content for personal, non-commercial purposes provided that you:
- Maintain all copyright and trademark notices
- Provide proper attribution to Ecogreenplate
- Do not modify or alter the content
- Do not use our content for commercial purposes without permission
Any unauthorized use of our intellectual property may result in legal action and the termination of your access to our services.
5. User-Generated Content
Our website may allow you to post, link, store, share and otherwise make available certain information, text, graphics, videos, or other material ("Content"). You are responsible for the Content that you post to the website, including its legality, reliability, and appropriateness.
Content Standards
- Must be respectful and constructive
- Cannot contain spam or promotional content
- Must not violate any laws or regulations
- Cannot infringe on others' intellectual property
- Must be appropriate for our community
Content Rights
- You retain ownership of your original content
- You grant us a license to use your content
- We may moderate and remove inappropriate content
- You may delete your content at any time
- We respect copyright and DMCA compliance
By posting Content to the website, you grant us the right and license to use, modify, publicly perform, publicly display, reproduce, and distribute such Content on and through the website. You retain any and all of your rights to any Content you submit, post, or display on or through the website and you are responsible for protecting those rights.
6. Prohibited Activities
You may not use our website for any purpose other than those for which we make the website available. Prohibited activities include, but are not limited to:
Strictly Prohibited
- Using the website for any unlawful purpose
- Attempting to hack, disrupt, or damage the website
- Distributing viruses, malware, or harmful code
- Harvesting or collecting user information
- Impersonating another person or entity
- Posting spam, advertisements, or promotional content
- Using automated systems to access the website
- Interfering with other users' enjoyment
- Copying, modifying, or reverse engineering our software
- Using the website to compete directly with our business
We reserve the right to terminate or suspend your access immediately, without prior notice or liability, for any reason whatsoever, including without limitation if you breach the Terms.
7. Privacy Policy
Your privacy is important to us. Please review our Privacy Policy, which also governs your use of the website, to understand our practices.
Key Privacy Points
We collect information you provide directly to us, such as when you create an account, submit recipes, or contact us for support.
We use the information we collect to provide, maintain, and improve our services, process transactions, and communicate with you.
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share information only in the circumstances described in our Privacy Policy.
We implement appropriate security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.
For detailed information about how we collect, use, and protect your data, please read our Privacy Policy.
8. Disclaimers
The information on this website is provided on an "as is" basis. To the fullest extent permitted by law, Ecogreenplate Ltd excludes all representations, warranties, obligations, and liabilities arising out of or in connection with the information provided.
Content Accuracy
While we strive to provide accurate and up-to-date information about recipes, nutritional data, and environmental impact, we cannot guarantee the completeness or accuracy of all content.
- Nutritional information may vary
- Environmental impact calculations are estimates
- Recipe results may vary based on ingredients
- We recommend consulting professionals for medical advice
Third-Party Content
Our website may contain links to third-party websites, recipes, or resources. We are not responsible for the content, privacy policies, or practices of these external sites.
- We do not endorse third-party content
- External links are provided for convenience
- We are not liable for third-party actions
- Review third-party terms before using their services
Important Notice
The information provided on this website is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not intended as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or dietary changes.
9. Limitation of Liability
In no event shall Ecogreenplate Ltd, nor its directors, employees, partners, agents, suppliers, 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 service.
Liability Limitations
We do not guarantee that the service will be available at all times or that it will be free from errors, interruptions, or defects.
We are not responsible for user-generated content, including recipe submissions, reviews, or community forum posts.
We are not liable for any damages or losses resulting from your use of third-party services or websites linked from our platform.
In no event shall our total liability to you for all damages exceed the amount you have paid us in the twelve (12) months preceding the claim, or $100, whichever is greater.
These limitations of liability are fundamental elements of the agreement between you and Ecogreenplate Ltd. Ecogreenplate Ltd would not be able to provide the service without these limitations.
10. Termination
We may terminate or suspend your account and access to the service immediately, without prior notice or liability, for any reason whatsoever, including without limitation if you breach the Terms.
Termination by Ecogreenplate
- Violation of these Terms of Service
- Fraudulent or illegal activity
- Abuse of our community or staff
- Extended periods of inactivity
- Business discontinuation
Effects of Termination
- Immediate loss of access to your account
- Removal of all your content and data
- Cancellation of any subscriptions
- Continued applicability of liability provisions
- Right to retain certain information as required by law
If you wish to terminate your account, you may simply discontinue using the service, or you may contact us to request account closure. You may also delete your account through your account settings, which will remove your profile and personal information from our active database.
All provisions of the Terms which by their nature should survive termination shall survive termination, including ownership provisions, warranty disclaimers, indemnity, and limitations of liability.
11. Governing Law and Jurisdiction
These Terms shall be interpreted and governed in accordance with the laws of England and Wales, without regard to its conflict of law provisions. Any disputes arising under or in connection with these Terms or the website shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of England and Wales.
Dispute Resolution
Before filing any legal action, we encourage you to contact us directly to resolve any disputes informally. Most disputes can be resolved quickly and amicably through direct communication.
Alternative Dispute Resolution
- Mediation through approved mediators
- Arbitration for commercial disputes
- Early neutral evaluation
Court Proceedings
- Exclusive jurisdiction in London
- English law applies to all disputes
- Class action lawsuits are waived
Our failure to enforce any right or provision of these Terms will not be considered a waiver of those rights. If any provision of these Terms is held to be invalid or unenforceable by a court, the remaining provisions of these Terms will remain in effect.
12. Changes to Terms
We reserve the right, at our sole discretion, to modify or replace these Terms at any time. If a revision is material, we will try to provide at least 30 days notice prior to any new terms taking effect.
How We Handle Updates
- Email notification to registered users
- Prominent notice on our website homepage
- In-app notifications for active users
- Social media announcements for public updates
Updated Terms become effective on the date specified in our notice, which will be at least 30 days from the initial notification (except for emergency security updates).
By continuing to access or use our service after those revisions become effective, you agree to be bound by the revised terms.
If you do not agree to the new terms, you are no longer authorized to use the service. We encourage you to review these Terms periodically to stay informed about our practices.
For questions about these Terms of Service, please contact us using the information provided below.
Contact Information
If you have any questions about these Terms of Service, please contact us through the following channels:
Ecogreenplate Ltd
Address:
125 Oxford Street
London W1D 2JD
United Kingdom
Phone:
+44 20 7946 0958
Business Hours
Monday - Friday: 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Saturday: 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Sunday: Closed
Email:
[email protected]
Related Policies
These Terms of Service work in conjunction with our other policies. Please review them for a complete understanding of how we handle your data and protect your rights:
Thank you for being part of the Ecogreenplate community. Together, we're building a more sustainable future through better food choices.