Terms of Service
Last Updated: June 16, 2026
Welcome to Fooduku! Thanks for stopping by and being part of our kitchen community. These Terms of Service (“Terms”) explain how you can use fooduku.com and what you can expect from us. By visiting, reading, commenting, or subscribing to our newsletter, you agree to these Terms. If you ever have questions, just email us at [email protected] or visit our Contact page.
Who We Are
Fooduku is a personal food blog run by Olivia. We share recipes, kitchen stories, and tips for home cooks and food lovers in the United States. Our goal is to make cooking fun, approachable, and delicious for everyone.
Using Fooduku
- Fooduku is for personal, non-commercial use. You’re welcome to browse, read, and try our recipes at home.
- You can leave comments, ask questions, and sign up for our newsletter. Please keep things friendly and respectful.
- You may not use Fooduku for any illegal or harmful purpose. Don’t try to hack, spam, or disrupt the site.
- Copying, reposting, or redistributing our content without permission isn’t allowed. If you want to share a recipe or article, please link back to the original post.
Newsletter Subscription
If you sign up for our newsletter, you’ll get emails with new recipes, kitchen tips, and updates from Olivia. You can unsubscribe anytime—just click the link at the bottom of any email or contact us at [email protected].
Comments & Community
- We love hearing from you! Comments are a great way to share your thoughts, ask questions, or connect with other cooks.
- Keep it kind and constructive. No hate speech, bullying, spam, or offensive language.
- We reserve the right to remove any comment that doesn’t follow these guidelines or that we feel isn’t a good fit for our community.
- If you want your comment removed, just ask and we’ll take care of it.
Content Ownership
- All recipes, photos, and articles on Fooduku are created by Olivia unless otherwise noted.
- You can use our recipes at home, but please don’t copy or repost them elsewhere without permission.
- If you’d like to share something, link to the original post and give credit.
Personal Information & Privacy
Your privacy matters to us. When you sign up for our newsletter or leave a comment, we collect your email address and (if you provide it) your name. We use this info only to send you updates or respond to your comments. For more details, check out our Privacy Policy.
Cookies & Analytics
- Fooduku uses cookies to make your experience smoother and to remember your preferences.
- We use Google Analytics to see how people use the site. This helps us improve Fooduku and create more of what you love.
- Analytics data is anonymous and doesn’t identify you personally.
- You can turn off cookies in your browser settings if you prefer.
Third-Party Links
- Sometimes we link to other food blogs, recipe sites, or kitchen tools.
- We’re not responsible for their content or privacy practices. If you visit them, check their terms and policies.
No Affiliate Links or Ads
Fooduku does not use affiliate links or display ads. Our content is just recipes, tips, and stories for home cooks—no sponsored posts or paid promotions.
Copyright & Intellectual Property
- All content on Fooduku is protected by copyright laws. Please don’t copy, reproduce, or distribute our recipes, photos, or articles without permission.
- If you want to use something for your own blog or publication, email us at [email protected] and we’ll chat about it.
Changes to These Terms
We may update these Terms from time to time. If we make big changes, we’ll let you know right here. The date at the top shows when it was last updated. Keep checking back if you’re curious.
Disclaimer
- Fooduku is for informational and entertainment purposes only. We share recipes, tips, and stories based on our own experience.
- We’re not professional chefs, nutritionists, or medical experts. Always use your best judgment and consult a professional if you have dietary concerns or allergies.
- Cooking involves risks—please be careful in the kitchen and follow safety guidelines.
California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA)
- If you live in California, you have special rights under the CCPA.
- You can ask us what personal information we have about you.
- You can ask us to delete your information.
- You can ask us not to sell your information (we don’t sell it anyway).
- To exercise any of these rights, email [email protected] or visit our Contact page.
GDPR Awareness
- Fooduku is mainly for US readers, but we respect privacy rights for everyone.
- If you’re in the EU, you can ask to see, update, or delete your information at any time. Just email us at [email protected].
Limitation of Liability
- We do our best to keep Fooduku accurate and up-to-date, but mistakes can happen.
- We’re not responsible for any loss, injury, or damage that comes from using our recipes, tips, or site.
- Use Fooduku at your own risk and always double-check ingredients, cooking times, and safety practices.
Termination
- We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your access to Fooduku if you violate these Terms or disrupt the community.
- If you want to stop using Fooduku, you can unsubscribe from the newsletter or stop visiting the site at any time.
Contact Us
Have questions, feedback, or concerns? Reach out anytime at [email protected] or visit our Contact page. We’re here to help!
Thanks for being part of Fooduku. We hope you find inspiration, joy, and delicious meals every time you visit!