Effective Date: November 24, 2025
Welcome to Forkono.com (the “Website”). These Terms of Use (“Terms”) are a legally binding agreement between you (“you,” “your,” or “user”) and Forkono (“Company,” “we,” “us,” or “our”). By accessing or using the Website, you agree to be bound by these Terms and our Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, do not use the Website.
1) Eligibility & Acceptance
You must be at least 13 years old (or the age of digital consent in your U.S. state, if higher) to use the Website. By using the Website, you represent that you have the legal capacity to enter into these Terms and will comply with them and with applicable U.S. federal and state laws.
2) Changes to These Terms
We may update these Terms from time to time. The “Effective Date” above shows the latest revision. Your continued use of the Website after changes are posted means you accept the updated Terms.
3) Privacy & Cookies
Your use of the Website is governed by our Privacy Policy, which explains how we collect, use, share, and protect information and the choices available to you (including U.S. state privacy rights such as “Do Not Sell or Share,” where applicable). We use cookies and similar technologies to operate and improve the Website and to support analytics and advertising.
4) Health & Nutrition Disclaimer (No Professional Advice)
Content on the Website—including recipes, oven and stovetop notes, and any nutrition information—is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical, dietary, or nutritional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always check labels for allergens and consult a qualified professional for specific needs. You use the information at your own risk.
5) Intellectual Property & Limited License
Unless otherwise indicated, the Website and all content on it—including text, recipes, photos, videos, graphics, and design elements—are owned by Forkono and/or our licensors and are protected by U.S. and international laws. All rights reserved.
Limited License. We grant you a revocable, non-exclusive, non-transferable, limited license to access and use the Website for personal, non-commercial use only, subject to these Terms.
Restrictions. You may not: (a) copy, reproduce, republish, upload, post, publicly display, translate, transmit, sell, license, or distribute content without our prior written permission; (b) create derivative works; (c) remove proprietary notices; (d) use data mining, robots, or similar data-gathering tools; (e) use the Website or its content for any illegal, unauthorized, or commercial purpose without permission.
6) User Content (Comments, Submissions)
If the Website allows comments, reviews, photos, or other content (“User Content”):
- You represent that you own or have the necessary rights to your User Content and that it does not infringe third-party rights or violate any law.
- You are solely responsible for your User Content; it reflects your views, not necessarily ours.
- By submitting User Content, you grant Forkono a non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free, perpetual, irrevocable, sublicensable license to use, reproduce, modify, adapt, publish, translate, create derivative works from, distribute, perform, and display such content in any media for the operation, promotion, and improvement of the Website.
We may monitor, edit, remove, or disable access to User Content at our discretion and without notice.
7) Prohibited Conduct
You agree not to: (a) violate any applicable law, regulation, or third-party right; (b) post or transmit unlawful, defamatory, harassing, hateful, discriminatory, obscene, or fraudulent content; (c) impersonate any person or entity or misrepresent your affiliation; (d) introduce viruses, malware, or other harmful code; (e) interfere with the Website’s operation or security; (f) scrape, harvest, or systematically collect data from the Website without our written permission.
8) Third-Party Links, Tools & Services
The Website may link to or integrate with third-party websites, tools, or services (e.g., analytics providers, ad networks, affiliate platforms, social media). We do not control or endorse third-party content or practices and are not responsible for them. Your use of third-party services is at your own risk and subject to their terms and privacy policies.
9) Advertising & Affiliate Disclosure
To help keep the site free to access, we may display advertising (e.g., via Google) and include affiliate links to products/services we genuinely recommend. Advertisers and affiliate platforms may use cookies or similar technologies as described in our Privacy Policy. If you click an affiliate link and make a purchase, we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. Sponsored content, if any, will be clearly disclosed; editorial opinions remain our own.
10) Nutrition Information & Allergens
Nutrition data (if provided) is estimated and for informational purposes only. Ingredients, brands, ovens, and home conditions vary. You are responsible for evaluating the accuracy and safety of recipes and ingredients for your situation.
11) DMCA & Copyright Complaints
If you believe material on the Website infringes your copyright, send a DMCA notice including: (a) your contact information; (b) a description of the copyrighted work; (c) the specific URL(s) of the allegedly infringing material; (d) a statement of good-faith belief; (e) a statement under penalty of perjury that the notice is accurate and that you are the copyright owner or authorized to act; and (f) your physical or electronic signature.
Email: contact@forkono.com (Subject: DMCA Notice). We may remove content and/or terminate repeat infringers where appropriate.
12) Accounts & Security (If Enabled)
If you create an account: (a) provide accurate, current information; (b) keep your login credentials confidential; (c) promptly notify us of any unauthorized use. You are responsible for all activities under your account.
13) Optional Purchases/Downloads
If we offer paid products, digital downloads, or memberships in the future, additional terms (pricing, refunds, license terms) may apply and will be presented at checkout. Unless stated otherwise, digital products are for personal, non-commercial use only and may not be shared or resold.
14) Termination & Suspension
We may, at our discretion and without prior notice, suspend or terminate access to all or part of the Website for any reason, including violations of these Terms or suspected fraudulent/illegal activity. Upon termination, the license granted to you ends immediately.
15) Indemnification
You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless Forkono and our affiliates, officers, directors, employees, and agents from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, and expenses (including reasonable attorneys’ fees) arising out of or related to your: (a) use of the Website; (b) User Content; (c) violation of these Terms; or (d) violation of any law or third-party rights.
16) Disclaimers
THE WEBSITE AND ALL CONTENT ARE PROVIDED “AS IS” AND “AS AVAILABLE” WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, TITLE, AND NON-INFRINGEMENT. WE DO NOT WARRANT THAT THE WEBSITE WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED, SECURE, OR ERROR-FREE, OR THAT DEFECTS WILL BE CORRECTED.
17) Limitation of Liability
TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, IN NO EVENT WILL FORKONO OR OUR AFFILIATES, OFFICERS, DIRECTORS, EMPLOYEES, OR AGENTS BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES; LOSS OF PROFITS; LOSS OF DATA; OR OTHER LOSSES ARISING FROM OR RELATED TO YOUR USE OF (OR INABILITY TO USE) THE WEBSITE, EVEN IF ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. OUR TOTAL LIABILITY FOR ANY CLAIMS ARISING OUT OF OR RELATED TO THE WEBSITE OR THESE TERMS SHALL NOT EXCEED ONE HUNDRED U.S. DOLLARS (US $100).
18) Governing Law & Venue (U.S.)
These Terms are governed by the laws of the United States and the laws of the State of Delaware, without regard to conflict-of-law principles. You agree to the exclusive jurisdiction and venue of the state and federal courts located in New Castle County, Delaware, for any dispute arising from or related to these Terms or the Website.
19) U.S. State Privacy Choices (“Do Not Sell/Share”)
Some U.S. state laws (e.g., California’s CPRA) provide rights to opt out of the “sale” or “sharing” of personal information and of targeted advertising. When available, you can use the “Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information” or “Your Privacy Choices” link in the footer, or email us at contact@forkono.com with “Privacy Request” in the subject. See our Privacy Policy for details.
20) International Users
If you access the Website from outside the United States, you do so on your own initiative and are responsible for compliance with local laws. We make no representation that the Website is appropriate or available in other locations.
21) Severability & Waiver
If any provision of these Terms is found unenforceable, that provision will be limited or eliminated to the minimum extent necessary, and the remaining provisions will remain in full force. Our failure to enforce any right or provision is not a waiver of such right or provision.
22) Entire Agreement
These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy and any additional policies or disclosures referenced herein, constitute the entire agreement between you and Forkono regarding your use of the Website and supersede any prior agreements or understandings.
23) Contact
Questions or concerns about these Terms? We’re here to help.
Email: contact@forkono.com