1. Introduction & Acceptance of Terms
Welcome to MyRoyalChef.com ("we," "us," "our," or "MyRoyalChef"). These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your use of our luxury culinary AI recipe platform and all associated services. By accessing or using MyRoyalChef.com, you agree to be bound by these Terms and our Privacy Policy.
2. Service Description
MyRoyalChef is a luxury culinary platform that provides AI-powered recipe generation, premium cooking instructions, and culinary content inspired by Michelin-starred techniques and world-renowned culinary heritage. Our services include:
- AI-generated luxury recipes using advanced algorithms
- Premium culinary content and cooking techniques
- Newsletter subscriptions for culinary updates
- User accounts and personalized experiences
- Social media integration and community features
3. User Accounts & Registration
To access certain features, you must create an account by providing accurate, current, and complete information. You are responsible for:
- Maintaining the security of your account credentials
- All activities that occur under your account
- Promptly notifying us of any unauthorized access
- Providing accurate and up-to-date information
4. Privacy Policy
4.1 Information We Collect
We collect the following types of information:
- Personal Information: Name, email address, preferences when you register or subscribe
- Usage Data: How you interact with our platform, recipes viewed, preferences
- Technical Data: IP address, browser type, device information, cookies
- Communication Data: Messages, feedback, and correspondence with us
4.2 How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
- Provide and improve our services
- Generate personalized recipe recommendations
- Send newsletters and updates (with your consent)
- Respond to your inquiries and provide customer support
- Ensure platform security and prevent fraud
- Comply with legal obligations
4.3 Information Sharing
We do not sell your personal information. We may share information only:
- With your explicit consent
- With service providers who assist in platform operations
- When required by law or to protect our rights
- In connection with business transfers (mergers, acquisitions)
5. Cookie Policy
We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience:
- Essential Cookies: Required for platform functionality
- Performance Cookies: Help us understand how you use our platform
- Functional Cookies: Remember your preferences and settings
- Marketing Cookies: Used for personalized content (with consent)
You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings, though this may affect platform functionality.
6. Intellectual Property Rights
All content on MyRoyalChef, including recipes, text, images, graphics, logos, and software, is protected by intellectual property laws. You may:
- Use our recipes for personal, non-commercial purposes
- Share recipes with proper attribution to MyRoyalChef
You may not:
- Reproduce, distribute, or sell our content commercially
- Remove or alter our branding or attribution
- Use our content to create competing services
7. User Conduct & Prohibited Activities
When using our platform, you agree not to:
- Violate any laws or regulations
- Infringe upon intellectual property rights
- Upload malicious code or attempt to harm our systems
- Engage in spam, harassment, or abusive behavior
- Create fake accounts or impersonate others
- Attempt to reverse engineer our AI algorithms
8. AI-Generated Content Disclaimer
Our recipes are generated using artificial intelligence algorithms. While we strive for accuracy and quality:
- Recipes are provided for informational purposes only
- We cannot guarantee the safety or outcome of any recipe
- Users should exercise judgment and consider dietary restrictions
- We recommend verifying ingredients and techniques
- Professional culinary advice should be sought when needed
9. Limitation of Liability
To the maximum extent permitted by law, MyRoyalChef shall not be liable for:
- Any indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages
- Loss of profits, data, or business opportunities
- Damages resulting from recipe use or cooking activities
- Service interruptions or technical failures
- Third-party content or actions
10. Security Measures
We implement appropriate security measures to protect your information:
- SSL encryption for data transmission
- Secure server infrastructure and regular updates
- Access controls and monitoring systems
- Regular security audits and assessments
- CAPTCHA protection against automated abuse
11. Data Retention
We retain your personal information only as long as necessary for:
- Providing our services to you
- Complying with legal obligations
- Resolving disputes and enforcing agreements
- Legitimate business purposes
You may request deletion of your account and personal data at any time.
12. International Users & Data Transfers
Our services are operated from the United States. If you access our platform from other jurisdictions:
- Your data may be transferred to and processed in the US
- We comply with applicable data protection laws
- Additional protections may apply for EU residents under GDPR
13. Children's Privacy
Our services are not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we discover such information has been collected, we will delete it promptly.
14. Changes to Terms & Policy
We may update these Terms and our Privacy Policy to reflect:
- Changes in our services or business practices
- Legal or regulatory requirements
- Security enhancements
We will notify users of material changes via email or platform notice. Continued use constitutes acceptance of updated terms.
15. Termination
Either party may terminate the agreement:
- You may close your account at any time
- We may suspend or terminate accounts for violations
- Termination does not relieve obligations incurred before termination
- Certain provisions survive termination (liability limitations, IP rights)
16. Dispute Resolution
For US users, disputes will be resolved through binding arbitration rather than court proceedings, except for:
- Small claims court matters
- IP infringement claims
- Injunctive relief requests
17. Governing Law
These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of Delaware, United States, without regard to conflict of law principles.
18. Contact Information
For questions about these Terms or our Privacy Policy, contact us at:
19. Severability
If any provision of these Terms is found unenforceable, the remaining provisions will continue in full force and effect.
20. Entire Agreement
These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and MyRoyalChef regarding use of our services.