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Terms + Conditions
Effective Date: April 25, 2026
Welcome to Kristen Hess and The Artful Gourmet (collectively, “we,” “our,” or “us”). By accessing or using our websites (including
https://artfulgourmet.substack.com
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), you agree to the following Terms & Conditions.
1. Use of Website
You agree to use this Site for lawful purposes only. You may not:
Copy, reproduce, or distribute content without permission
Use the Site for fraudulent or harmful activity
Attempt to interfere with the Site’s functionality or security
2. Intellectual Property
All content—including recipes, photography, videos, branding, and written materials—is owned by Kristen Hess / The Artful Gourmet unless otherwise stated.
You may:
Share content with proper credit and links
You may NOT:
Republish full recipes, images, or blog posts without written permission
Use content for commercial purposes without licensing
3. User Submissions
If you submit comments, messages, or content:
You grant us the right to use, display, and share that content
You confirm it does not violate any third-party rights
4. Disclaimer
All content is for informational and entertainment purposes only.
We do not guarantee results from recipes, business advice, or recommendations.
5. Limitation of Liability
We are not liable for:
Errors or omissions
Website downtime
Any damages resulting from use of this Site
6. Third-Party Links
We may link to external websites. We are not responsible for their content or policies.
7. Changes
We may update these Terms at any time. Continued use of the Site constitutes acceptance.