terms of service - Christmas Feasts

Effective Date: September 16, 2025
Last Updated: September 16, 2025

Welcome to ChrisFeats!

These Terms of Service (“Terms”) govern your use of the ChrisFeats.com website and all related services. By accessing or using our website, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use our website.

ChrisFeats.com is a personal food blog operated by Chris, dedicated to sharing holiday recipes, cooking tips, and entertaining advice.

Website Use and Acceptable Conduct

Permitted Use

You may use our website to:

Browse and read our holiday recipes and cooking content
Subscribe to our newsletter for recipe updates and tips
Leave comments and reviews on our recipes
Share our content on social media platforms
Print recipes for personal, non-commercial use

Prohibited Activities

You may not:

Use our website for any illegal or unauthorized purpose
Submit spam, offensive, or inappropriate comments
Attempt to hack, disrupt, or compromise our website security
Copy our recipes for commercial use without permission
Impersonate us or others in communications
Harvest or collect user information from our website
Post content that infringes on others’ intellectual property rights

Intellectual Property Rights

Our Content

All recipes, articles, photos, graphics, and other content on ChrisFeats.com are owned by us or our licensors and protected by copyright and other intellectual property laws. This includes:

Original holiday recipes and cooking instructions
Food photography and styling
Written articles and cooking tips
Website design and layout
Our ChrisFeats brand and logo

Your License to Use Our Content

We grant you a limited, personal, non-commercial license to:

View and print our recipes for personal cooking use
Share links to our recipes on social media
Quote brief portions of our content with proper attribution

Recipe Attribution

When sharing our recipes elsewhere, you must:

Provide a link back to the original ChrisFeats.com recipe page
Credit “ChrisFeats.com” as the source
Not republish the complete recipe without permission

User-Generated Content

Comments and Reviews

When you leave comments or reviews on our website:

You retain ownership of your content
You grant us permission to display, edit, or remove your content
You confirm your content is original and doesn’t violate others’ rights
You agree your content may be used in our marketing materials

Recipe Submissions and Photos

If you submit recipes, cooking tips, or photos:

You retain ownership but grant us a license to use and modify them
You confirm you have the right to share the content
You agree we may feature your submissions in our newsletter or social media
We will provide attribution when we feature your content

Newsletter and Communications

Subscription Terms

When you subscribe to our newsletter:

You consent to receive regular emails with recipes and cooking tips
You can unsubscribe at any time using the link provided
We may send occasional special announcements about holiday content
Your email address will only be used as described in our Privacy Policy

Email Communication

When you contact us via email:

We may use your message to improve our content and services
We will respond to legitimate inquiries in a timely manner
We reserve the right not to respond to spam or inappropriate messages

Recipe and Food Safety Disclaimer

Cooking Instructions and Safety

Follow all recipe instructions carefully and use proper food safety practices
We are not responsible for cooking accidents, injuries, or foodborne illness
Adjust recipes based on your dietary restrictions, allergies, and preferences
Use your own judgment regarding food safety, cooking times, and temperatures
Consult healthcare professionals for specific dietary or allergy concerns

Recipe Results

Recipe results may vary based on ingredients, equipment, and cooking skill
We cannot guarantee specific outcomes or cooking success
Nutritional information (if provided) is approximate and for reference only
Holiday timing suggestions are estimates – plan accordingly for your events

Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law:

We provide our website and content “as is” without warranties
We are not liable for any damages arising from your use of our website
Our total liability is limited to $100 or the amount you paid us, whichever is less
We are not responsible for third-party websites we link to

Privacy and Data Protection

Your privacy is important to us. Our collection and use of your personal information is governed by our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated into these Terms by reference.

Account Termination and Access

Our Rights

We reserve the right to:

Modify or discontinue our website at any time
Remove or edit any user content that violates these Terms
Block or ban users who violate these Terms
Change these Terms with appropriate notice

Your Rights

You may:

Stop using our website at any time
Unsubscribe from our newsletter
Request removal of your comments or submitted content
Contact us with questions about these Terms

Third-Party Links and Services

Our website may contain links to external websites, social media platforms, or cooking-related services. We are not responsible for the content, privacy practices, or terms of service of these third-party sites.

Indemnification

You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold us harmless from any claims, damages, or expenses arising from your use of our website or violation of these Terms.

Governing Law and Disputes

These Terms are governed by the laws of [Your State/Country]. Any disputes will be resolved in the courts of [Your Jurisdiction].

For any legal disputes, we encourage you to contact us first at [email protected] to try to resolve the matter informally.

Changes to These Terms

We may update these Terms periodically to reflect changes in our services or legal requirements. We will notify users of significant changes through:

Email notification to newsletter subscribers
A notice posted on our website
An updated “Last Updated” date on this page

Your continued use of our website after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms.

Severability

If any part of these Terms is found to be unenforceable, the remaining provisions will continue to be valid and enforceable.

Contact Information

For questions about these Terms of Service, please contact us:

Email: [email protected]
Website: ChrisFeasts.com/contact

We aim to respond to all inquiries within 48 hours.

Thank you for being part of the ChrisFeats community! We’re here to help you create magical holiday memories through delicious food and cherished family traditions.

Happy Cooking! 🎄 ~ Chris