Terms of Service

Summary: These Terms of Service describe the rules for using Platter Talk, including limitations of liability, arbitration procedures, data collection consent, and our policies for AI and content use. By using this site, you agree to these terms and our Privacy Policy.

Terms of Service

Effective Date: October 14, 2025

Welcome to Platter Talk (“Website,” “we,” “us,” or “our”). By accessing or using this Website, you agree to these Terms of Service (“Terms”) and our Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please do not use the Website.

1. Use of the Website

This Website and its content are intended for individuals 16 years of age or older. You agree to use the Website only for lawful purposes and in a manner that does not infringe upon, restrict, or inhibit anyone else’s use or enjoyment of it.

2. Intellectual Property Rights

All text, recipes, photographs, videos, and graphics on Platter Talk are protected by U.S. and international copyright law.

You may:

Print or download recipes for personal, non-commercial use.
Share content with proper attribution and a link to the original page.

You may not:

Republish, sell, or distribute our content for commercial purposes.
Use our content or data for automated scraping, AI training, or derivative works without written consent.

3. Comments and User Submissions

By posting comments, you grant Platter Talk a non-exclusive, royalty-free, perpetual license to display and reproduce your submission. We may remove comments that are offensive, spam, defamatory, or irrelevant.

4. Affiliate Links and Advertising

Platter Talk participates in affiliate programs, including the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, which provides small commissions on qualifying purchases at no cost to you.
We also display advertising managed by Raptive. See our Privacy Policy for details on data collection and ad delivery.

5. Disclaimer

All content is for informational and entertainment purposes only. We make no warranties about the accuracy or reliability of any information, recipes, or tips. Use this Website at your own risk.

Medical Disclaimer: Platter Talk does not provide medical or professional nutrition advice. Always consult your healthcare provider before making dietary or medical changes.

6. Limitation of Liability (Raptive Model Clause)

YOU UNDERSTAND AND AGREE THAT, TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, WE AND OUR VENDORS OR SERVICE PROVIDERS (COLLECTIVELY, “WE” OR “US”) SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, OR ANY LOSS OF PROFITS OR REVENUES, WHETHER INCURRED DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY, OR ANY LOSS OF DATA, USE, GOODWILL, OR OTHER INTANGIBLE LOSSES, RESULTING FROM YOUR ACCESS TO OR USE OF OR INABILITY TO ACCESS OR USE THE WEBSITE. IN NO EVENT SHALL THE AGGREGATE LIABILITY OF ANY OF US EXCEED THE GREATER OF (A) THE TOTAL AMOUNT PAID OR PAYABLE TO RAPTIVE BY YOU FOR THE WEBSITE DURING THE SIX-MONTH PERIOD PRIOR TO THE ACT, OMISSION, OR OCCURRENCE GIVING RISE TO SUCH LIABILITY; OR (B) ONE HUNDRED U.S. DOLLARS ($100). THESE LIMITATIONS APPLY TO ANY THEORY OF LIABILITY (WARRANTY, CONTRACT, STATUTE, TORT, OR OTHERWISE) EVEN IF A REMEDY FAILS ITS ESSENTIAL PURPOSE.

7. Arbitration Agreement (Raptive Model Clause)

a. Applicability. Any dispute or claim against us or our vendors or service providers related to your use of this Website or these Terms will be resolved by binding arbitration, not in court, except that (1) you may bring qualifying small-claims cases individually, and (2) either party may seek equitable relief in court for intellectual-property misuse. All claims must be brought within one (1) year of arising or be permanently barred. You waive participation in any class, collective, or representative action. The Federal Arbitration Act governs this section.

b. Process. Before filing, send a written notice describing your claim, including contact information and requested relief, to:
Platter Talk – Legal Department, 2415 Alpine Ave, Sarasota, FL 34232.
If no resolution occurs within 30 days, arbitration may begin. The arbitration will be administered by JAMS under its Streamlined or Comprehensive Rules (www.jamsadr.com). You may choose remote, written, or in-person proceedings in Florida. Judgment may be entered in any court of competent jurisdiction.

c. Fees. If you cannot afford JAMS fees and cannot obtain a waiver, we will pay them. If your claims are found frivolous, you agree to pay our attorneys’ fees and costs as allowed by law.

d. Authority of Arbitrator. The arbitrator has exclusive authority to resolve all disputes regarding interpretation or enforceability, to award lawful relief, and to issue a written decision.

e. Waiver of Jury Trial. You and we waive any right to a jury trial. The arbitrator may award the same relief that a court could on an individual basis.

f. Waiver of Class or Consolidated Actions. All claims must proceed individually, not as part of a class or collective arbitration. If this provision is invalid, the dispute proceeds in court instead.

g. Batch Arbitration. If 50 or more similar claims are filed within 30 days, JAMS will administer them collectively as a single or grouped arbitration, consistent with JAMS rules. This does not authorize class or collective actions beyond those expressly set forth here.

h. Severability. If any part is invalid, the remainder remains in effect.

i. Survival. This section survives termination of your relationship with us.

j. Modification. Future material changes to this Arbitration Agreement do not apply to claims for which notice was already provided.

These Terms incorporate our Privacy Policy, which describes how we and our vendors and service providers collect and use data when you use the Website. You consent to the collection and use of data by us and our vendors as outlined therein. You may revoke this consent at any time by following the opt-out instructions in the Privacy Policy or using the opt-out links on the Website.

9. Governing Law

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

10. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Platter Talk, its owners, employees, and affiliates from any claims or damages arising from your use of the Website or violation of these Terms.

11. Termination

We may restrict or terminate your access at any time if you violate these Terms or applicable law.

12. AI & Content Use Policy

All written content, recipes, photographs, and videos published on Platter Talk are protected by copyright.

A. Prohibited Automated Access
No automated systems, bots, or scrapers may collect data or media from this Website without written consent.

B. Restriction on AI Model Training
Our content—including text, recipes, images, and comments—may not be used for training or developing AI or machine-learning models without express written authorization.

C. Limited Personal Use License
You may view, print, or share links to our content for personal, non-commercial use only. Any other use requires permission.

D. Enforcement and Remedies
Unauthorized use constitutes copyright infringement and may result in DMCA takedowns or legal action.

E. Requests for Permission
Contact info@plattertalk.com with the subject line “Content Use Request.”