Terms of Service

Welcome to LocalMealPrep.com ("we," "us," or "our"). These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your access to and use of our website and services (collectively, the "Service"). By accessing or using our Service, you agree to be bound by these Terms.

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using LocalMealPrep.com, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms and our Privacy Policy. If you do not agree to these Terms, you may not use our Service.

2. Description of Service

LocalMealPrep.com is a nationwide directory and discovery platform that:

• Helps consumers discover, compare, and connect with local meal preparation services
• Provides businesses with a platform to list their meal prep services
• Offers educational content and resources related to meal preparation services
• Facilitates connections between consumers and meal prep service providers

3. User Accounts and Registration

3.1 Account Creation

• Business owners, service providers, and other users may create accounts to manage listings or access certain features
• You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials
• You agree to provide accurate, current, and complete information during registration

3.2 Account Responsibilities

• You are responsible for all activities that occur under your account
• You must notify us immediately of any unauthorized use of your account
• We reserve the right to suspend or terminate accounts that violate these Terms

4. Business Listings

4.1 Listing Submission

• Business owners may submit their meal prep service for inclusion in our directory
• All listings are subject to review and approval by our administrators
• We reserve the right to reject, modify, or remove any listing at our sole discretion
• Submissions must be accurate, complete, and not misleading

4.2 Listing Content Requirements

When submitting a listing, you agree to provide:

• Accurate business name, address, and contact information
• Truthful information about your service area, delivery options, and meal types
• Legitimate images and logos that you have the right to use
• Complete and honest descriptions of your services

4.3 Prohibited Content

You agree not to submit listings that contain:

• False, misleading, or fraudulent information
• Content that infringes on intellectual property rights
• Spam, duplicate listings, or automated submissions
• Content that is illegal, harmful, or violates any applicable laws
• Personal information of others without consent
• Content that promotes hate speech, discrimination, or harassment

4.4 Listing Modifications

• Approved listings may be edited by account holders
• Certain modifications may require administrative approval before being published
• We reserve the right to edit or remove listings that violate these Terms or our policies

4.5 Claiming Existing Listings

• Business owners may claim existing listings that represent their business
• Claims are subject to verification and approval
• We may require documentation to verify ownership or authorization

5. Service Providers and Agents

• Service providers managing multiple client listings must have proper authorization
• You are responsible for ensuring you have permission to manage listings on behalf of clients
• Bulk imports or automated submissions must comply with our policies and may require approval

6. Payments and Paid Features

6.1 Payment Processing

• Payments for optional premium features are processed through Stripe
• All payment transactions are subject to Stripe's terms of service and privacy policy

6.2 Paid Add-Ons

• Premium features may include featured placement, enhanced visibility, and additional media slots
• Pricing and features are subject to change with notice
• Paid features may be subscription-based or one-time purchases
• Refunds are handled on a case-by-case basis in accordance with our refund policy

6.3 Payment Terms

• You agree to pay all fees associated with your use of paid features
• Fees are charged in advance for subscription services
• Failure to pay may result in suspension or removal of paid features
• All fees are non-refundable unless otherwise stated or required by law

7. User Conduct

7.1 Acceptable Use

You agree to use our Service only for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms. You agree not to:

• Violate any applicable local, state, national, or international law
• Infringe upon the rights of others, including intellectual property rights
• Transmit any malicious code, viruses, or harmful software
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems or other users' accounts
• Interfere with or disrupt the Service or servers connected to the Service
• Use automated systems to scrape, crawl, or extract data without permission
• Impersonate any person or entity or misrepresent your affiliation
• Engage in any activity that could harm our reputation or the Service

7.2 Content Standards

All content you submit must:

• Be accurate and truthful
• Comply with applicable laws and regulations
• Not infringe on third-party rights
• Not contain offensive, defamatory, or harmful material
• Respect the privacy and rights of others

8. Intellectual Property

8.1 Our Content

• All content on LocalMealPrep.com, including text, graphics, logos, and software, is owned by us or our licensors
• You may not reproduce, distribute, or create derivative works without our express written permission
• You may use our Service for personal, non-commercial purposes in accordance with these Terms

8.2 Your Content

• You retain ownership of content you submit to our Service
• By submitting content, you grant us a worldwide, non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use, display, and distribute your content in connection with the Service
• You represent that you have the right to grant this license and that your content does not infringe on any third-party rights

9. Third-Party Services and Links

• Our Service may contain links to third-party websites or services
• We are not responsible for the content, privacy practices, or terms of third-party sites
• Your interactions with third-party services are solely between you and the third party
• We use third-party services including Stripe (payments), Mapbox (mapping), and ImageKit (media delivery), each subject to their respective terms

10. Geolocation and Location Data

• Our Service may request access to your location to provide location-based features
• Location data is used to help you find nearby services and improve your experience
• You can disable location services through your device settings
• Location data is handled in accordance with our Privacy Policy

11. Disclaimers and Limitations of Liability

11.1 Service Availability

• We strive to maintain continuous availability but do not guarantee uninterrupted access
• The Service may be unavailable due to maintenance, updates, or circumstances beyond our control
• We are not liable for any loss or damage resulting from Service unavailability

11.2 Third-Party Information

• We do not verify all information provided by business owners
• We are not responsible for the accuracy, completeness, or quality of business listings
• Users are responsible for verifying information before engaging with businesses
• We do not endorse or guarantee any meal prep service listed on our platform

11.3 Limitation of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW:

• WE PROVIDE THE SERVICE "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND
• WE DISCLAIM ALL WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE
• WE ARE NOT LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES
• OUR TOTAL LIABILITY SHALL NOT EXCEED THE AMOUNT YOU PAID US IN THE TWELVE MONTHS PRECEDING THE CLAIM

12. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless LocalMealPrep.com, its affiliates, officers, directors, employees, and agents from any claims, damages, losses, liabilities, and expenses (including legal fees) arising from:

• Your use of the Service
• Your violation of these Terms
• Your violation of any rights of another party
• Content you submit to the Service

13. Termination

13.1 By You

• You may stop using the Service at any time
• You may request deletion of your account and associated data

13.2 By Us

We may suspend or terminate your access to the Service immediately, without prior notice, if:

• You violate these Terms or our policies
• You engage in fraudulent or illegal activity
• We are required to do so by law
• We decide to discontinue the Service

14. Changes to Terms

• We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time
• Material changes will be communicated through the Service or via email
• Continued use of the Service after changes constitutes acceptance of the modified Terms
• The "Last Updated" date at the top indicates when these Terms were last revised

15. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution

15.1 Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of Nevada, without regard to conflict of law principles.

15.2 Dispute Resolution

• Any disputes arising from these Terms or the Service shall be resolved through binding arbitration
• Arbitration shall be conducted in accordance with the rules of the American Arbitration Association
• You waive your right to a jury trial and to participate in class action lawsuits

16. General Provisions

16.1 Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and us regarding the Service.

16.2 Severability

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

16.3 Waiver

Our failure to enforce any provision of these Terms does not constitute a waiver of that provision.

16.4 Assignment

You may not assign or transfer these Terms or your account without our prior written consent. We may assign these Terms without restriction.

17. Special Provisions for Business Owners

17.1 Listing Accuracy

• You are responsible for maintaining accurate and up-to-date listing information
• You must promptly update your listing if business information changes
• False or misleading information may result in listing removal or account termination

17.2 Customer Relationships

• We facilitate connections but are not a party to transactions between you and consumers
• You are solely responsible for your products, services, and customer relationships
• We are not liable for any disputes between you and consumers

17.3 Compliance

• You must comply with all applicable laws and regulations governing your business
• This includes food safety regulations, business licensing, and consumer protection laws
• We may remove listings that appear to violate applicable laws