Terms of Service
Introduction
These Terms of Service (“Terms”) govern your use of the CookBlocks mobile application and website at cookblocks.com (collectively, the “Service”), operated by Haley Ross d/b/a CookBlocks.
By creating an account or using the Service, you agree to these Terms. If you do not agree, do not use the Service.
The Service
CookBlocks is a meal prep application that helps users track freezer inventory, plan batch cook sessions, manage recipes, and generate meal suggestions based on available ingredients. Features vary between the Free and Pro tiers as described at cookblocks.com/pricing.
We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue any part of the Service at any time with reasonable notice.
Accounts
You must be at least 13 years old to create an account. If you are under 18, you represent that you have your parent or legal guardian’s permission to use the Service. You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your password and for all activity that occurs under your account. You agree to notify us immediately at hello@cookblocks.com if you suspect unauthorized access. We are not liable for any loss or damage arising from your failure to safeguard your account credentials.
Subscriptions and Billing
Free Tier
CookBlocks offers a free tier with no time limit. Free tier features are subject to the limits described at cookblocks.com/pricing.
Plus Subscription
Plus subscriptions are billed annually at $39.99/year through the Apple App Store or Google Play. Founding Member pricing of $29.99/year is offered to a limited number of early subscribers and is locked in for the life of the subscription as long as the subscription remains active without a lapse exceeding 30 days.
Grandfathering
If free tier limits are reduced from current levels, existing users at the time of the change will retain their current limits permanently.
Cancellation and Refunds
You may cancel your Pro subscription at any time through your Apple or Google account settings. Cancellation takes effect at the end of the current billing period. We do not offer refunds for partial periods except where required by law.
Your Content
You retain ownership of all content you enter into CookBlocks. By using the Service, you grant us a limited license to store, process, and display your content solely to provide the Service to you. We do not claim ownership of your content and will not use it for advertising.
Data Deletion and Retention
You may delete your account at any time through the app settings. When you delete your account, your personal data and content will be permanently deleted from our active systems within 30 days, except where retention is required by law, fraud prevention, or to enforce these Terms. Anonymized aggregate data may be retained indefinitely.
If you cancel your subscription but do not delete your account, your data is retained so you can continue using the free tier or resubscribe in the future.
Acceptable Use
You agree not to:
- Use the Service for any unlawful purpose
- Attempt to access, tamper with, or disrupt the Service’s servers or infrastructure
- Reverse engineer or attempt to extract the source code of the app
- Use automated means to scrape or extract data from the Service
- Impersonate any person or entity
Intellectual Property
CookBlocks and its original content — including the app design, CookBlocks name and logo, the block method system, and Linda the mascot — are owned by us and protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.
Disclaimer of Warranties
The Service is provided “as is” and “as available” without warranties of any kind, express or implied, including but not limited to warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, and non-infringement.
Nutritional information, calorie counts, allergen information, and meal suggestions provided through the Service are for informational and inspirational purposes only. They are not medical, dietary, or nutritional advice. The Service does not account for individual dietary restrictions, allergies, medical conditions, or food sensitivities. You are responsible for verifying ingredient safety, nutritional accuracy, and suitability for your specific dietary needs. Consult a qualified healthcare provider or registered dietitian for personalized advice.
We make no guarantees regarding the accuracy of recipes, meal suggestions, or nutritional calculations generated by the Service.
Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, CookBlocks and its owners shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages arising from your use of the Service. Our total liability shall not exceed the amount you paid us in the 12 months preceding the claim.
Indemnification
You agree to indemnify and hold harmless CookBlocks, its owners, employees, and affiliates from any claims, damages, liabilities, costs, or expenses (including reasonable attorneys’ fees) arising from: (a) your use of the Service; (b) your violation of these Terms; (c) content you submit through the Service; or (d) your violation of any rights of another party.
Termination
We may suspend or terminate your account if you violate these Terms. You may delete your account at any time through the app settings.
Copyright Complaints
If you believe content on the Service infringes your copyright, please send a written notice to hello@cookblocks.com that includes:
– A description of the copyrighted work you claim has been infringed
– A description of where the infringing material is located on the Service
– Your contact information (name, address, phone, email)
– A statement that you have a good faith belief that the use is not authorized
– A statement, under penalty of perjury, that the information is accurate and that you are authorized to act on behalf of the copyright owner
– Your physical or electronic signature We will respond to valid notices in accordance with the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA).
Governing Law
These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of Texas. Any disputes shall be resolved in the courts of Harris County, Texas.
Changes to These Terms
We will notify you of material changes by email or in-app notice at least 14 days before they take effect.
Miscellaneous
Entire Agreement. These Terms, together with the Privacy Policy and any other policies referenced herein, constitute the entire agreement between you and CookBlocks regarding the Service and supersede any prior agreements.
Severability. If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable, the remaining provisions will remain in full force and effect.
No Waiver. Our failure to enforce any provision of these Terms is not a waiver of our right to do so later.
Assignment. You may not assign or transfer these Terms without our prior written consent. We may assign these Terms freely.
Contact
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