Terms of Service

Welcome to Mealgram! These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your use of the Mealgram mobile application, website, and related services (collectively, the "Service") operated by LBME Softworks ("we," "our," or "us").

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using our Service, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you disagree with any part of these terms, then you may not access the Service.

These Terms apply to all visitors, users, and others who access or use the Service.

2. Description of Service

Mealgram is a social cooking platform that allows users to:

• Create, share, and discover recipes
• Follow guided cooking sessions
• Connect with other cooking enthusiasts
• Share photos and videos of their cooking experiences
• Rate and review recipes
• Build a personal recipe collection

We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue any part of the Service at any time.

3. User Accounts

3.1 Account Creation

To use certain features of the Service, you must create an account. You agree to:

• Provide accurate, current, and complete information
• Maintain and update your information
• Keep your password secure and confidential
• Accept responsibility for all activities under your account
• Notify us immediately of any unauthorized use

3.2 Age Requirements

You must be at least 13 years old to use the Service. Users under 18 should have parental consent.

3.3 Account Termination

You may delete your account at any time. We may suspend or terminate accounts that violate these Terms.

4. User Content

4.1 Your Content

You retain ownership of content you create and share on the Service ("User Content"), including recipes, photos, videos, and comments.

4.2 License to Us

By sharing User Content, you grant us a worldwide, non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use, display, reproduce, modify, and distribute your content in connection with the Service.

4.3 Content Standards

User Content must not:

• Violate any laws or regulations
• Infringe on intellectual property rights
• Contain harmful, offensive, or inappropriate material
• Include spam, advertising, or promotional content
• Contain false or misleading information
• Violate privacy rights of others

4.4 Content Moderation

We reserve the right to review, modify, or remove User Content that violates these Terms or our community guidelines.

5. Prohibited Uses

You agree not to:

• Use the Service for illegal purposes or to violate any laws
• Harass, abuse, or harm other users
• Impersonate others or provide false information
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems
• Interfere with or disrupt the Service
• Use automated tools to access the Service
• Collect user information without consent
• Distribute malware or harmful code
• Engage in commercial activities without permission

6. Intellectual Property

6.1 Our Rights

The Service and its original content, features, and functionality are owned by LBME Softworks and are protected by international copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

6.2 Trademarks

Mealgram and related logos are trademarks of LBME Softworks. You may not use our trademarks without prior written consent.

6.3 DMCA Policy

We respect intellectual property rights and will respond to valid DMCA takedown notices. To report copyright infringement, contact us at support@lbmepublishing.com.

7. Privacy

Your privacy is important to us. Our Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you use the Service.

By using the Service, you consent to the collection and use of information as described in our Privacy Policy.

8. Disclaimers

8.1 Service Availability

The Service is provided "as is" and "as available." We do not guarantee uninterrupted or error-free service.

8.2 Recipe Information

Recipes and cooking information are provided for general purposes only. We are not responsible for:

• Accuracy of recipe information
• Food safety or allergic reactions
• Cooking results or outcomes
• Nutritional information accuracy

8.3 User Content

We do not endorse or guarantee the accuracy of User Content. Users are responsible for their own content and interactions.

9. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, LBME Softworks shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, including but not limited to:

• Loss of profits, data, or use
• Business interruption
• Personal injury or property damage
• Food-related incidents or allergic reactions
• Damages resulting from User Content

Our total liability for any claims related to the Service shall not exceed the amount you paid us in the 12 months preceding the claim, or $100, whichever is greater.

10. Termination

10.1 Termination by You

You may terminate your account at any time by deleting it through the app settings or contacting us.

10.2 Termination by Us

We may terminate or suspend your account immediately if you:

• Violate these Terms
• Engage in prohibited activities
• Harm other users or the Service
• Fail to pay applicable fees

10.3 Effect of Termination

Upon termination:

• Your right to use the Service ends immediately
• We may delete your account and data
• Certain provisions of these Terms survive termination

11. Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of California, United States, without regard to conflict of law principles.

Any disputes arising from these Terms or the Service shall be resolved through binding arbitration in accordance with the rules of the American Arbitration Association.

You agree to waive any right to a jury trial or to participate in a class action lawsuit.

12. Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. When we make changes, we will:

• Update the "Last updated" date
• Notify users of significant changes
• Provide reasonable notice before changes take effect

Your continued use of the Service after changes constitutes acceptance of the new Terms.

13. Contact Information

If you have questions about these Terms, please contact us:

14. Additional Provisions

14.1 Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable, the remaining provisions will remain in full force and effect.

14.2 Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and us regarding the Service.

14.3 No Waiver

Our failure to enforce any provision of these Terms does not constitute a waiver of that provision.

14.4 Assignment

You may not assign your rights under these Terms. We may assign our rights to any affiliate or successor.