Terms of Service
Effective Date: December 26, 2025
Welcome to Rowan Recipes (“we,” “us,” “our,” or “Rowan Recipes”). These Terms of Service (“Terms”) govern your access to and use of our website, rowanrecipes.com (“Site”), including all content, features, and newsletter services provided through the Site. By accessing or using Rowan Recipes, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use our Site.
1. Acceptance of Terms
By using Rowan Recipes, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to comply with these Terms of Service, our Privacy Policy, and any other policies referenced herein. These Terms apply to all visitors, users, and others who access or use the Site.
2. Site Purpose and Audience
Rowan Recipes is a personal food blog dedicated to sharing recipes, kitchen tips, and culinary inspiration. Our content is intended for a general audience located in the United States. The Site does not offer affiliate services, sell products, or require user accounts for browsing recipes.
3. Eligibility
You must be at least 13 years old to use Rowan Recipes. By accessing the Site, you represent and warrant that you meet this age requirement. If you are under 13, please do not use or provide any information on this Site.
4. Newsletter Subscription
Rowan Recipes offers a free newsletter subscription. To subscribe, you must provide a valid email address. By subscribing, you consent to receive periodic emails containing recipes, kitchen tips, and updates. You may unsubscribe at any time by clicking the “unsubscribe” link in any newsletter email or by contacting us at [email protected].
- We do not require additional personal information beyond your email address for newsletter subscription.
- We reserve the right to refuse or terminate newsletter subscriptions at our sole discretion.
5. User Conduct
By using Rowan Recipes, you agree to:
- Use the Site and its content for lawful purposes only
- Not engage in any activity that could harm, disrupt, or interfere with the Site’s operation or security
- Not attempt to gain unauthorized access to any part of the Site, its systems, or user data
- Not use the Site to transmit spam, viruses, or other harmful code
- Not impersonate any person or entity or misrepresent your affiliation with Rowan Recipes
6. Intellectual Property
All content on Rowan Recipes, including but not limited to recipes, text, images, graphics, logos, and design elements, is the property of Rowan Recipes or its content creators and is protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.
- You may view, print, or share content for personal, non-commercial use only.
- You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, transmit, or exploit any content from Rowan Recipes for commercial purposes without our prior written consent.
- Proper attribution must be given when sharing or referencing our recipes or content.
7. Content Accuracy and Disclaimer
Rowan Recipes strives to provide accurate, reliable, and up-to-date information. However, we do not guarantee the completeness, accuracy, or reliability of any content on the Site. Recipes, tips, and advice are provided for informational purposes only. Individual results may vary, and you are responsible for verifying any information before relying on it.
- We are not liable for any errors, omissions, or outcomes resulting from the use of our content.
- All recipes and kitchen tips are intended for general informational purposes and should not be considered professional advice.
- If you have dietary restrictions, allergies, or health concerns, consult a qualified professional before trying any recipe or tip from Rowan Recipes.
8. Third-Party Links
Rowan Recipes may contain links to third-party websites, such as social media platforms or external recipe resources. These links are provided for convenience only. We do not endorse or control the content, privacy practices, or policies of third-party sites. Accessing third-party links is at your own risk, and you should review the terms and privacy policies of those sites.
9. Privacy and Data Collection
Your privacy is important to us. Please review our Privacy Policy for details on how we collect, use, and protect your information. Key points include:
- We collect your email address only for newsletter subscriptions.
- We use cookies to enhance your browsing experience and analyze Site usage.
- We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties.
- You may unsubscribe from our newsletter or manage cookie preferences at any time.
10. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Rowan Recipes uses cookies and similar technologies to remember your preferences, analyze traffic, and facilitate newsletter sign-ups. You can manage cookie settings in your browser. For more information, please see our Cookie Policy.
11. Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, Rowan Recipes and its owners, contributors, and affiliates shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages arising from your use of the Site, its content, or newsletter services. This includes, but is not limited to, damages for loss of data, profits, goodwill, or other intangible losses, even if we have been advised of the possibility of such damages.
- Use of the Site and its content is at your own risk.
- We do not warrant that the Site will be uninterrupted, error-free, or free of viruses or other harmful components.
12. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Rowan Recipes, its owners, contributors, and affiliates from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, costs, or expenses (including reasonable attorneys’ fees) arising out of or related to your use of the Site, violation of these Terms, or infringement of any intellectual property or other rights of Rowan Recipes or any third party.
13. Modifications to the Site and Terms
Rowan Recipes reserves the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue any aspect of the Site or newsletter service at any time without notice. We may also update these Terms from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. The “Effective Date” at the top of this page indicates when these Terms were last revised. Continued use of the Site after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of those changes.
14. Termination
We reserve the right to terminate or suspend your access to Rowan Recipes, newsletter subscription, or any part of the Site at our sole discretion, without notice, for conduct that we believe violates these Terms or is harmful to other users, Rowan Recipes, or third parties.
15. Governing Law
These Terms of Service and your use of Rowan Recipes are governed by the laws of the State of [Your State], United States, without regard to its conflict of law principles. Any disputes arising from or relating to these Terms or the Site shall be resolved exclusively in the state or federal courts located in the United States.
16. Children’s Use
Rowan Recipes is intended for a general audience and does not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13. If you believe a child has provided personal information, please contact us at [email protected] and we will promptly delete such information.
17. Contact Information
If you have any questions, concerns, or feedback regarding these Terms of Service or your use of Rowan Recipes, please contact us:
- Email: [email protected]
- Contact Page: rowanrecipes.com/contact
18. Entire Agreement
These Terms of Service, together with our Privacy Policy and any other legal notices published on the Site, constitute the entire agreement between you and Rowan Recipes regarding your use of the Site and supersede any prior agreements or understandings.
19. Severability
If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid or unenforceable, that provision shall be enforced to the maximum extent permissible, and the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.
20. Waiver
No waiver of any provision of these Terms shall be deemed a further or continuing waiver of such provision or any other provision. Our failure to assert any right or provision under these Terms shall not constitute a waiver of such right or provision.
21. Summary of Your Rights and Responsibilities
- Use Rowan Recipes for personal, non-commercial purposes only
- Subscribe or unsubscribe from the newsletter at any time
- Respect intellectual property and attribution requirements
- Contact us for questions, concerns, or data requests
- Review these Terms and our Privacy Policy periodically for updates
Thank you for visiting Rowan Recipes and being part of our culinary community. Your use of our Site signifies your agreement to these Terms of Service. Happy cooking!