Terms Of Use

Last updated: July 21, 2025


1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using SavoryStride.com (“Site,” “we,” “us,” or “our”), you (“user,” “you,” or “your”) agree to be bound by these Terms of Use (“Terms”) and all applicable laws. If you do not agree, do not use the Site.


2. Eligibility

You must be at least 16 years old (or the age of digital consent in your jurisdiction) to use the Site. By using the Site, you represent that you meet this requirement.


3. Modifications

We may revise these Terms at any time. Changes take effect when posted on this page with a new “Last updated” date. Continued use after changes constitutes acceptance.


4. Content Ownership & License

4.1 Our Content

All recipes, photos, videos, text, graphics, and other materials (“Content”) are owned by or licensed to Hazel and protected by copyright, trademark, and other laws. We grant you a limited, non‑exclusive, non‑transferable license to access and use the Site for personal, non‑commercial purposes, subject to these Terms.

4.2 Your Submissions

When you submit comments, recipe variations, or other materials (“User Content”), you:

  1. Grant us a worldwide, royalty‑free, perpetual license to display, modify, and distribute your User Content in any media.
  2. Represent that you own or have the right to grant this license.
  3. Waive any moral rights to the extent permitted by law.

5. Prohibited Conduct

You agree not to:

  1. Reproduce, distribute, or exploit Content for commercial purposes without permission.
  2. Post unlawful, defamatory, obscene, or harmful material.
  3. Violate another party’s intellectual‑property or privacy rights.
  4. Transmit viruses, malware, or other malicious code.
  5. Use automated means (bots, scrapers) to access the Site without our written consent.
  6. Interfere with or disrupt the Site’s operation or security.

We reserve the right to remove User Content and/or terminate access for violations.


6. Accounts & Security

Some features (e.g., saving favorite recipes) may require an account. You are responsible for safeguarding your login credentials and all activity under your account. Notify us immediately of any unauthorized use.


7. Third‑Party Links & Services

The Site may contain links to third‑party websites, services, or products. We do not control or endorse them and are not responsible for their content or practices. Access external sites at your own risk and review their terms and policies.


8. Affiliate & Sponsored Content

We may receive compensation from affiliate links or sponsored posts. See our [Disclaimer] and [Privacy Policy] for details. Your dealings with advertisers are solely between you and the advertiser.


9. Intellectual‑Property Claims

If you believe Content infringes your copyright, please follow the procedure in our [Copyright Policy].


10. Disclaimer of Warranties

The Site and Content are provided “AS IS” and “AS AVAILABLE” without warranties of any kind, express or implied. We do not warrant that the Site will be uninterrupted, error‑free, or secure, nor that Content is accurate or complete.


11. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, SavoryStride.com, Hazel, and affiliates will not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or special damages arising out of or related to your use of the Site or these Terms, even if advised of the possibility of such damages.


12. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless SavoryStride.com, Hazel, and affiliates from any claims, liabilities, damages, and expenses (including attorneys’ fees) arising out of your User Content, use of the Site, or violation of these Terms.


13. Termination

We may suspend or terminate your access at any time, with or without notice, for any reason, including violation of these Terms. Sections 4, 7, 10–12, 15, and 16 survive termination.


14. Governing Law & Jurisdiction

These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of Oregon, USA, without regard to conflict‑of‑law provisions. You consent to the exclusive jurisdiction of the state and federal courts located in Washington County, Oregon, for any dispute arising out of these Terms or the Site.


15. Dispute Resolution & Arbitration (U.S. Residents)

Informal Resolution: Contact us first to resolve any dispute.
Binding Arbitration: If unresolved within 30 days, disputes may be settled by binding arbitration in Hillsboro, Oregon, under the rules of the American Arbitration Association. No class actions. You may opt out of arbitration by emailing us within 30 days of first agreeing to these Terms.


16. Miscellaneous

  • Severability: If any provision is unenforceable, the remaining provisions remain in effect.
  • Entire Agreement: These Terms, plus any referenced policies, constitute the entire agreement between you and us.
  • Waiver: Failure to enforce any provision is not a waiver of future enforcement.
  • Assignment: We may assign our rights without notice; you may not assign yours without our consent.

17. Contact Us

For questions about these Terms, contact: