Terms of Service
Effective Date: April 01, 2026
Welcome to Bouncy Bowl (“we,” “us,” or “our”). These Terms of Service (“Terms”) govern your access to and use of bouncybowl.com (the “Site”), including all content, features, and services offered on or through the Site. By accessing or using the Site, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree with these Terms, please do not use the Site.
1. Who We Are
Bouncy Bowl is a personal food blog operated by Indigo, dedicated to sharing approachable, vibrant recipes for home cooks of all levels. Our mission is to inspire joyful cooking and make every meal a celebration. For questions about these Terms, please contact us at [email protected] or visit our Contact Page.
2. Acceptance of Terms
By accessing or using the Site, you represent that you are at least 18 years old or have the legal capacity to enter into these Terms. If you are using the Site on behalf of an organization, you represent that you have the authority to bind that organization to these Terms. Your use of the Site constitutes your acceptance of these Terms and any additional terms and policies referenced herein, including our Privacy Policy.
3. Changes to Terms
We reserve the right to update or modify these Terms at any time. Any changes will be effective immediately upon posting on this page with a new effective date. Your continued use of the Site after any changes constitutes your acceptance of the revised Terms. We encourage you to review these Terms periodically for updates.
4. Use of the Site
You agree to use the Site only for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms. You agree not to:
- Use the Site in any way that violates any applicable federal, state, local, or international law or regulation
- Engage in any conduct that restricts or inhibits anyone’s use or enjoyment of the Site
- Impersonate or attempt to impersonate Bouncy Bowl, Indigo, another user, or any other person or entity
- Use the Site to transmit, or procure the sending of, any advertising or promotional material without our prior written consent
- Attempt to gain unauthorized access to, interfere with, damage, or disrupt any parts of the Site, the server on which the Site is stored, or any server, computer, or database connected to the Site
- Introduce any viruses, trojan horses, worms, logic bombs, or other material that is malicious or technologically harmful
5. Intellectual Property Rights
All content on the Site, including but not limited to text, recipes, photographs, images, graphics, logos, and design elements, is the property of Bouncy Bowl or its content creators and is protected by United States and international copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws. You may:
- Access and view the content for your personal, non-commercial use
- Print or download a reasonable number of pages for your personal, non-commercial use, provided you do not modify or remove any copyright or proprietary notices
You may not:
- Reproduce, distribute, modify, create derivative works of, publicly display, publicly perform, republish, download, store, or transmit any content from the Site, except as expressly permitted by these Terms
- Use any illustrations, photographs, video or audio sequences, or graphics separately from the accompanying text
- Use any content from the Site for commercial purposes without our prior written consent
All rights not expressly granted are reserved by Bouncy Bowl.
6. User Content and Submissions
Bouncy Bowl may allow you to submit comments, feedback, or other content (“User Content”) through the Site or via email. By submitting User Content, you grant Bouncy Bowl a non-exclusive, royalty-free, perpetual, irrevocable, and fully sublicensable right to use, reproduce, modify, adapt, publish, translate, create derivative works from, distribute, and display such User Content throughout the world in any media.
You represent and warrant that:
- You own or control all rights in and to your User Content
- Your User Content does not violate any third party’s intellectual property or privacy rights
- Your User Content does not contain any unlawful, defamatory, obscene, or otherwise objectionable material
We reserve the right to remove or refuse to post any User Content for any reason at our sole discretion.
7. Newsletter Subscription
If you choose to subscribe to our newsletter, you agree to provide a valid email address and consent to receive periodic emails from Bouncy Bowl. You may unsubscribe at any time by clicking the “unsubscribe” link in any newsletter email or by contacting us at [email protected]. We handle your email address and any other personal information in accordance with our Privacy Policy.
8. Disclaimer of Warranties
The Site and all content, recipes, and information provided are for informational and entertainment purposes only. While we strive to provide accurate and up-to-date information, we make no representations or warranties of any kind, express or implied, regarding the completeness, accuracy, reliability, suitability, or availability of the Site or any content on the Site. Your use of the Site is at your own risk.
Bouncy Bowl disclaims all warranties, express or implied, including but not limited to any implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, and non-infringement. We do not warrant that the Site will be uninterrupted, error-free, secure, or free from viruses or other harmful components.
9. Nutrition, Health, and Recipe Disclaimer
The recipes, nutritional information, and health-related content on Bouncy Bowl are provided for general informational purposes only. We are not licensed nutritionists, dietitians, or medical professionals. The nutritional values provided are estimates and may vary based on ingredients, preparation methods, and brands used. You are responsible for ensuring that any recipes or advice are suitable for your dietary needs and health conditions. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider before making significant changes to your diet or lifestyle.
10. Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, Bouncy Bowl, its owner, affiliates, and contributors shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, special, exemplary, or punitive damages arising out of or in connection with your use of, or inability to use, the Site or any content, even if we have been advised of the possibility of such damages. This includes, but is not limited to, damages for errors, omissions, interruptions, defects, delays, computer viruses, loss of profits, loss of data, or unauthorized access to or alteration of your transmissions or data.
Some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of liability for consequential or incidental damages, so the above limitation may not apply to you. In such cases, our liability is limited to the maximum extent permitted by law.
11. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Bouncy Bowl, its owner, affiliates, contributors, and service providers from and against any and all claims, liabilities, damages, judgments, awards, losses, costs, expenses, or fees (including reasonable attorneys’ fees) arising out of or relating to your violation of these Terms or your use of the Site, including but not limited to your User Content, any use of the Site’s content, services, and products other than as expressly authorized in these Terms, or your use of any information obtained from the Site.
12. Third-Party Links
The Site may contain links to third-party websites for your convenience and information. We do not control, endorse, or assume responsibility for the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party sites. Accessing any third-party website is at your own risk. We encourage you to review the terms and privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.
13. Privacy
Your use of the Site is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information. By using the Site, you consent to the collection and use of your information as described in our Privacy Policy.
14. Termination
We reserve the right, in our sole discretion, to terminate or suspend your access to all or part of the Site, without notice, for any reason, including but not limited to your violation of these Terms. Upon termination, your right to use the Site will immediately cease. All provisions of these Terms which by their nature should survive termination shall survive, including ownership provisions, warranty disclaimers, indemnity, and limitations of liability.
15. Governing Law and Jurisdiction
These Terms and your use of the Site are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of California, United States, without regard to its conflict of law principles. You agree to submit to the exclusive jurisdiction of the state and federal courts located in California for the resolution of any disputes arising out of or relating to these Terms or your use of the Site.
16. Children’s Use
The Site is intended for a general audience and is not directed to children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have collected such information, please contact us at [email protected] and we will promptly delete it.
17. International Use
Bouncy Bowl is based in the United States and intended for U.S. visitors. If you access the Site from outside the United States, you are responsible for compliance with local laws. Your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the United States.
18. Severability
If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable, the remaining provisions will continue in full force and effect. The invalid or unenforceable provision will be deemed modified so that it is valid and enforceable to the maximum extent permitted by law.
19. Waiver
No waiver of any term or condition of these Terms shall be deemed a further or continuing waiver of such term or condition or a waiver of any other term or condition. Any failure of Bouncy Bowl to assert a right or provision under these Terms shall not constitute a waiver of such right or provision.
20. Entire Agreement
These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy and any other legal notices published on the Site, constitute the entire agreement between you and Bouncy Bowl regarding your use of the Site and supersede all prior and contemporaneous understandings, agreements, representations, and warranties, both written and oral, regarding the Site.
21. Contact Us
If you have any questions, comments, or concerns about these Terms or the Site, please contact us at:
- Email: [email protected]
- Contact Page: bouncybowl.com/contact
Thank you for visiting Bouncy Bowl. We hope you enjoy our recipes and resources!