Last Updated: December 31, 2024
1. Acceptance of Terms
By accessing and using JuliaChildFans.com (the “Website”), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service. If you do not agree to these terms, please do not use this Website.
Your continued use of the Website following any changes to these Terms constitutes acceptance of those changes.
2. Description of Service
JuliaChildFans.com is a fan-operated website providing recipes, information, and content celebrating Julia Child’s culinary legacy.
This is NOT an official Julia Child website. We are not affiliated with, endorsed by, or connected to the Julia Child Foundation, WGBH, or any official Julia Child organization.
3. User Eligibility
This Website is intended for users who are at least 13 years of age. By using this Website, you represent and warrant that you are at least 13 years old.
4. Intellectual Property Rights
Our Content
All original content on this Website, including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, images, recipe interpretations, and design, is owned by JuliaChildFans.com and protected by copyright laws.
You may not:
- Reproduce, distribute, or create derivative works without prior written permission
- Use our content for commercial purposes without authorization
- Remove copyright notices or attributions
Third-Party Content
The name “Julia Child” and any associated trademarks or service marks are the property of their respective owners. We use these names for informational and fan appreciation purposes only.
User-Generated Content
If you submit comments, suggestions, or other content to this Website, you grant us a non-exclusive, royalty-free, perpetual license to use, reproduce, and publish that content.
You retain ownership of your submitted content but represent that you have the right to submit it.
5. User Conduct
You agree not to:
- Use the Website for any unlawful purpose
- Post or transmit harmful, offensive, or abusive content
- Attempt to gain unauthorized access to the Website or its systems
- Use automated tools (bots, scrapers) to access the Website
- Impersonate any person or entity
- Violate any applicable local, state, national, or international law
- Post spam, advertisements, or unsolicited promotional material
- Infringe on the intellectual property rights of others
We reserve the right to remove any content that violates these terms or is otherwise objectionable.
6. Recipes and Cooking
Informational Purposes Only
All recipes on this Website are provided for informational and educational purposes only. They are not intended as professional culinary, nutritional, or dietary advice.
No Guarantees
We make no guarantees regarding:
- The accuracy or completeness of recipes
- Results you may achieve when preparing recipes
- The suitability of recipes for your dietary needs or restrictions
Assumption of Risk
Cooking involves inherent risks. By using recipes from this Website, you acknowledge and accept all risks, including but not limited to:
- Burns, cuts, or other kitchen injuries
- Foodborne illness from improper preparation or storage
- Allergic reactions to ingredients
- Damage to kitchen equipment or property
We are not responsible for any injury, illness, damage, or loss resulting from your use of recipes from this Website.
Food Safety
Always follow proper food safety guidelines, including safe food handling, storage, and cooking temperatures. If you have specific dietary needs, allergies, or health concerns, consult a qualified professional before preparing or consuming any recipe.
7. Disclaimer of Warranties
This Website is provided on an “AS IS” and “AS AVAILABLE” basis without warranties of any kind, either express or implied.
We do not warrant that:
- The Website will be uninterrupted, secure, or error-free
- The information on the Website is accurate, complete, or reliable
- Any defects will be corrected
- The Website is free from viruses or harmful components
8. Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, JuliaChildFans.com and its operator (Claire) shall not be liable for any damages arising from:
- Your use of or inability to use the Website
- Any errors, omissions, or inaccuracies in content
- Unauthorized access to or alteration of your data
- Third-party conduct or content on the Website
- Any other matter relating to the Website
This includes but is not limited to direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, special, or punitive damages, even if we have been advised of the possibility of such damages.
9. Third-Party Links and Content
This Website may contain links to third-party websites, including:
- Recipe sources and cookbooks
- Kitchen equipment retailers
- Social media platforms
- Affiliate partners
We have no control over and assume no responsibility for the content, privacy policies, or practices of third-party websites.
Accessing third-party links is at your own risk. We do not endorse any products, services, or content on linked websites unless explicitly stated.
10. Affiliate Links and Advertising
Affiliate Disclosure
Some links on this Website may be affiliate links. If you make a purchase through these links, we may earn a small commission at no additional cost to you.
This does not affect the price you pay or our recommendations. We only link to products we genuinely believe would be helpful.
Advertising
We use Google AdSense and other advertising services to display ads on this Website. These third parties may use cookies and web beacons to collect information about your visits to this and other websites to provide relevant advertisements.
For more information, see our Privacy Policy.
11. Privacy and Data Collection
Your use of this Website is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information.
By using this Website, you consent to the data practices described in our Privacy Policy. Read our full Privacy Policy →
12. Copyright Infringement Claims
If you believe any content on this Website infringes your copyright, please contact us at claire@juliachildfans.com with:
- Your contact information
- A description of the copyrighted work
- The location of the allegedly infringing material
- A statement of good faith belief that the use is unauthorized
- A statement that the information is accurate and you are authorized to act on behalf of the copyright owner
13. Changes to These Terms
We reserve the right to modify these Terms of Service at any time. When we make changes:
- We will update the “Last Updated” date at the top of this page
- Material changes will be communicated through a notice on the Website
- Your continued use of the Website after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms
We encourage you to review these Terms periodically.
14. Termination
We reserve the right to terminate or suspend your access to the Website at any time, without prior notice, for conduct that we believe:
- Violates these Terms
- Is harmful to other users, us, or third parties
- Violates applicable law
Upon termination, your right to use the Website will immediately cease.
15. Governing Law and Jurisdiction
These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the United States, without regard to its conflict of law principles.
Any disputes arising from these Terms or your use of the Website shall be resolved in the appropriate courts.
16. Severability
If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable or invalid, that provision will be limited or eliminated to the minimum extent necessary, and the remaining provisions will remain in full force and effect.
17. Entire Agreement
These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy and Disclaimer, constitute the entire agreement between you and JuliaChildFans.com regarding your use of the Website.
18. Contact Us
If you have questions about these Terms of Service, please contact us:
Email: claire@juliachildfans.com
Contact Page:juliachildfans.com/contact-me
Thank you for being part of the Julia Child Fans community!