Terms of Service
Last updated: June 18, 2026
Welcome to Root Recipes! I’m Thea, and I’m so glad you stopped by my little corner of the internet. These Terms of Service (“Terms”) explain how you can use rootrecipes.online and what you can expect from me as the creator and owner of this site. By visiting or using Root Recipes, you agree to these Terms. If you don’t agree, that’s totally fine—just please don’t use the site.
Who Can Use Root Recipes
Root Recipes is for home cooks, food lovers, and anyone looking for a bit of kitchen inspiration. You need to be at least 13 years old to use the site or sign up for the newsletter. If you’re under 13, please ask a parent or guardian to help you explore recipes safely.
What You Can Do Here
- Browse and enjoy all the recipes, stories, and kitchen tips I share.
- Leave comments on recipes (I love hearing from you—just keep it kind and respectful).
- Sign up for my newsletter to get recipes and updates by email.
- Share links to Root Recipes with your friends, family, or on social media (sharing is caring!).
What You Can’t Do
- Copy, repost, or publish my recipes, photos, or content elsewhere without my permission.
- Use Root Recipes for any illegal, harmful, or misleading purpose.
- Post spam, offensive, or inappropriate comments.
- Try to break, hack, or disrupt the site, or mess with other users’ experience.
- Impersonate me or anyone else, or pretend to represent Root Recipes without my okay.
Copyright & Content
All recipes, photos, and stories on Root Recipes are created by me, Thea, unless I say otherwise. Please don’t copy or republish my content without asking first. If you’d like to share a recipe or photo, just email me at [email protected]—I’m usually happy to say yes for personal use or sharing with credit. If you see something on the site that isn’t mine, I’ll always do my best to give proper credit.
Comments & Community Guidelines
I love hearing from you! Comments are a great way to share tips, ask questions, or connect with other cooks. Please keep things friendly and respectful. I reserve the right to remove any comments that are spammy, rude, or inappropriate. If you see something that doesn’t belong, let me know at [email protected] or through my contact page.
By leaving a comment, you agree that your words are your own and you’re responsible for what you post. Please don’t share anyone else’s private information or post anything that could hurt or offend others.
Newsletter
If you sign up for my newsletter, you’ll get recipes and updates from me, Thea. I’ll only use your email to send you these updates. You can unsubscribe anytime—just click the link at the bottom of any email or let me know directly. For more details on how your information is handled, please read my Privacy Policy.
Your Privacy
Your privacy is important to me. I only collect the information I need to run the site and send you the newsletter if you sign up. I never sell or share your information with anyone else. For all the details, please check out my Privacy Policy.
California Residents & CCPA
If you live in California, you have special rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA). You can ask what personal information I have about you, request that I delete it, or ask that I don’t sell your information (I never do, but you can still ask!). To exercise these rights, just email me at [email protected] or use the contact page. I’ll respond as soon as possible.
Links to Other Sites
Sometimes I link to other websites or resources I love—maybe a favorite cookbook, a helpful kitchen tool, or another food blog. I’m not responsible for their content or policies, so please check their terms if you have any concerns. Once you leave Root Recipes, their rules apply, not mine.
Changes to the Site
I may update or change Root Recipes from time to time, including adding or removing recipes, features, or content. I do my best to keep everything accurate and up to date, but I can’t guarantee everything will always be perfect. If you spot a typo or something that doesn’t seem right, please let me know!
Disclaimer
All recipes and advice on Root Recipes are based on my own experience as a home cook. Please use your own judgment and double-check ingredients if you have allergies or dietary needs. I’m not a professional chef, nutritionist, or medical expert—just someone who loves to cook and share what I learn along the way. See my full Disclaimer for more details.
Limitation of Liability
Root Recipes is provided “as is.” I do my best to make sure everything is accurate and safe, but I can’t guarantee that the site will always be error-free or available. By using Root Recipes, you agree that I’m not responsible for any damages, injuries, or losses that may result from following a recipe, using information from the site, or interacting with other users. Please cook safely and use your best judgment.
Indemnification
By using Root Recipes, you agree to indemnify and hold me (Thea) harmless from any claims, damages, or expenses that result from your use of the site, your comments, or your violation of these Terms.
Termination
I reserve the right to suspend or terminate your access to Root Recipes if you violate these Terms or act in a way that harms the community. I hope it never comes to that, but I want to keep this space safe and welcoming for everyone.
Changes to These Terms
I may update these Terms from time to time. If I make any big changes, I’ll post a notice on the site. The latest version will always be here, with the date at the top. By continuing to use Root Recipes after changes are posted, you agree to the new Terms.
Governing Law
These Terms are governed by the laws of the United States and the State of California, without regard to conflict of law principles. If there’s ever a dispute, we’ll do our best to work it out together first.
Contact Me
If you have any questions about these Terms, your rights, or anything else on Root Recipes, please reach out at [email protected] or through my contact page. I’m always happy to help.
Thank you for being part of Root Recipes. Happy cooking and thanks for making this community so special!