Terms of Use - Kulinaloca

The name Kulinaloca on this page refers to Kulinaloca.com

The website Kulinaloca.com (hereinafter “the Site”) is dedicated to cooking, offering users recipes, culinary tips, articles, and other content related to the culinary arts. Access to and use of the Site are subject to these Terms of Use (hereinafter “Terms”).

By browsing the Site, viewing its content, or using its services, the user acknowledges having read these Terms and agrees to them without reservation.

If the user does not accept all or part of these terms, they are requested not to access the Site or use its services.

These Terms aim to define the rules and conditions under which the Site is made available, as well as the rights and obligations of anyone accessing it.

Definitions

For the purposes of these Terms of Use, the following terms shall have the meanings below:

“Site”: refers to the Kulinaloca website accessible at kulinaloca.com, including all of its pages, features, and services.
“User”: any person accessing and browsing the Site, whether a simple visitor or a registered account holder.
“Content”: all elements, texts, recipes, photographs, videos, illustrations, comments, tips, and, in general, any information published on the Site, whether provided by Kulinaloca or by a User.
“Services”: all functionalities and offerings provided by the Site, including browsing recipes, reading articles, posting comments, and any other present or future services.
“Account”: the personal space created by a User after registration, allowing access to certain Site features (such as posting comments).
“Contribution”: any comment or other element posted by a User on the Site.

Access to the Site and Terms of Use

Access to the Kulinaloca website is free and open to any User with an internet connection and a compatible device (computer, smartphone, tablet). All costs related to accessing the Site (internet connection, hardware, software) are the sole responsibility of the User.

Some features may require the creation of a personal Account. In such cases, the User agrees to provide accurate, complete, and up-to-date information during registration, and to update this information if it changes.

The User is solely responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of their login credentials and for any use of their account. In the event of loss, theft, or unauthorized use of credentials, the User must immediately notify Kulinaloca.

Use of the Site is strictly limited to personal, non-commercial purposes, unless prior written authorization is obtained from the publisher.

Kulinaloca reserves the right, without prior notice or compensation, to suspend or limit access to the Site for any User who does not comply with these Terms, or in the event of technical issues or maintenance.

Site Content

The Kulinaloca website provides its Users with a range of culinary-related content, including but not limited to recipes, articles, culinary tips, photographs, videos, and, more generally, any information related to the culinary arts.

All content published on the Site, whether created by Kulinaloca or its contributors, is protected by intellectual property law. Unless explicitly stated otherwise, all rights of reproduction, representation, adaptation, and distribution are reserved. Any unauthorized reproduction (including translation into other languages), modification, or dissemination, in whole or in part, is strictly prohibited and may result in legal action.

Kulinaloca reserves the right to moderate, modify, or remove any content that does not comply with these Terms or applicable law, without prior notice or compensation.

Acceptable Use

The User agrees to use the Kulinaloca website in compliance with applicable laws and regulations, as well as these Terms of Use.
It is strictly prohibited for the User to:

Post, transmit, or distribute any content that is illegal, offensive, defamatory, discriminatory, obscene, violent, hateful, or incites hatred, or that is contrary to public order.
Impersonate another person or use an Account without authorization.
Share content protected by copyright or other intellectual property rights without holding the necessary rights.
Insert unsolicited links or advertisements (spam, unauthorized commercial messages) into interactive areas of the Site.
Attempt to disrupt the proper functioning of the Site, including through viruses, malware, denial-of-service attacks, or any other action intended to interfere with the services.
Automatically collect data or information from the Site without prior written consent from the publisher.

In case of non-compliance with these rules, Kulinaloca reserves the right to remove the relevant content, suspend or delete the User’s Account, and take any appropriate legal action.

Liability

Kulinaloca.fr strives to provide accurate, up-to-date, and high-quality information on the Site. However, the content (recipes, culinary tips, nutritional information, etc.) is provided for informational purposes only.

The User acknowledges that:

Results obtained from recipes may vary depending on many factors (quality of ingredients, equipment used, cooking skills, etc.). Kulinaloca cannot guarantee results identical to those presented on the Site.
The information provided does not constitute personalized medical or nutritional advice. Individuals with allergies, intolerances, or specific medical conditions should consult a healthcare professional before consuming or preparing certain foods.
The Site publisher cannot be held liable for direct or indirect damages resulting from the use of the Site or the inability to access it, including data loss, business loss, lost profits, or any other consequential damages.
The Site may contain links to third-party websites. Kulinaloca has no control over these sites and disclaims any responsibility for their content or practices.

By using the Site, the User agrees to do so at their own risk.

External Links and Partners

The Kulinaloca website may contain links to other websites or external resources. These links are primarily provided to enrich content and facilitate User navigation.

Some links may result from partnerships, commercial affiliations, or paid collaborations, and are not always explicitly marked as sponsored. If you wish to know whether an article or link is part of a commercial partnership, you can contact us at: contact@kulinaloca.com

Kulinaloca has no control over the content, practices, or privacy policies of third-party sites and disclaims any liability for any damage or loss resulting from their use.

Users are encouraged to review the terms of use and privacy policies of these third-party sites before accessing them.

Cookies and Similar Technologies

The Kulinaloca.com website uses cookies and other similar technologies to enhance the User’s browsing experience, measure site traffic, and, where applicable, provide personalized content and advertising.

A cookie is a small text file stored on the User’s device (computer, smartphone, tablet) when visiting the Site.

Cookies used by Kulinaloca may serve the following purposes:

Ensuring the technical functioning of the Site (navigation, display, security);
Statistical analysis of Site traffic and usage (audience measurement);
Personalizing content based on the User’s preferences;
Displaying targeted advertising (if applicable).

Users can configure their browser at any time to accept, refuse, or delete cookies; however, some Site functionalities may be affected.

For more information on the use of cookies by Kulinaloca, please contact us at: contact@kulinaloca.com

Personal Data Protection

Kulinaloca is committed to respecting the privacy of its Users and processing their personal data in accordance with applicable laws, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

Data Collected

When browsing the Site or using its services, Kulinaloca may collect certain personal data, including:

First and last name;
Email address;
Login and Site usage information;
Data voluntarily provided by the User (e.g., recipe submissions, contact forms, newsletter subscription).

Purpose of Processing

The personal data collected is used to:

Enable access to and proper functioning of the Site’s services;
Manage user registrations and accounts;
Send information or newsletters (with prior consent);
Respond to requests submitted via the contact form;
Improve the content and performance of the Site.

Data Retention

Data is retained only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, in accordance with applicable laws.

User Rights

In accordance with the GDPR, Users have the following rights regarding their data:

Right of access, rectification, deletion, and portability;
Right to object to or restrict processing;
Right to withdraw consent at any time when processing is based on consent.

To exercise these rights, Users may contact Kulinaloca at: contact@kulinaloca.com

Data Security

Kulinaloca implements all appropriate technical and organizational measures to ensure the security and confidentiality of personal data, and to prevent loss, alteration, destruction, or unauthorized access.

For more information, Users are invited to consult the full Privacy Policy.

Modifications to the Terms of Use

Kulinaloca reserves the right to modify these Terms of Use at any time and without prior notice, in order to adapt them to changes in the Site, the services offered, or legal and regulatory requirements.

The new terms take effect immediately upon being published on the Site and automatically apply to the User.

Users are advised to review this page regularly to stay informed of any updates.

Continuing to browse or use the Site’s services after changes have been published constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms without reservation.

Duration and Termination

These Terms of Use remain valid for the entire period during which the User accesses and uses the Site.

Users may stop using the Site at any time without any formalities.

Kulinaloca reserves the right to suspend, limit, or delete access to the Site, as well as the User Account, without prior notice or compensation, particularly in cases of non-compliance with these Terms or behavior deemed harmful or unlawful.

In the event of Account deletion, associated data may be retained for a reasonable period to comply with legal obligations or for security reasons.

Intellectual Property Rights

All content on the Kulinaloca website (texts, images, videos, logos, graphics, recipes, etc.) is protected by copyright, trademark, design, or any other applicable intellectual property laws.

Unless expressly authorized in advance, any reproduction, representation, modification, publication, adaptation, in whole or in part, by any means whatsoever, is strictly prohibited and constitutes an infringement that may result in civil and criminal liability.

The names, logos, and trademarks displayed on the Site are the exclusive property of Kulinaloca or their respective owners.

Users who post Contributions on the Site warrant that they hold the necessary rights for their publication and grant Kulinaloca a non-exclusive license to use such content for the duration of copyright protection.

Applicable Law and Jurisdiction

These Terms of Use are governed and interpreted in accordance with Estonian law.

In the event of a dispute regarding the interpretation, performance, or validity of these Terms, the parties will attempt to resolve it amicably.

If an amicable resolution is not reached within a reasonable timeframe, any dispute will be submitted to the competent courts of Tallinn, Estonia.

Force Majeure

Kulinaloca shall not be held liable for failure to perform or delays in performing its obligations resulting from a force majeure event as defined by Estonian law and case law, including but not limited to natural disasters, fires, floods, strikes, government actions, technical failures, or any other circumstances beyond the reasonable control of the publisher.

Entire Agreement

These Terms of Use constitute the entire agreement between the User and Kulinaloca regarding the use of the Site. They supersede and replace all prior communications, proposals, or agreements, whether written or oral, relating to the same subject.

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

Contact

For any questions, complaints, or to exercise your rights regarding these Terms of Use or the protection of your personal data, you may contact Kulinaloca at:

contact@kulinaloca.com