Terms of Services

1. User Eligibility
 1.1 You must be at least 16 years old to use our website. If you are under 18, you must obtain parental or guardian consent before using Foodies Friendly. By using the website, you confirm that you meet this requirement.

 1.2 If you are accessing the site on behalf of a business or organisation, you represent and warrant that you have the authority to bind that entity to these Terms.

2. Business Listings
 2.1 We collect and display publicly available business information such as business name, address, contact details, and website URL for informational purposes.

 2.2 We do not knowingly collect private or personal contact information unless it is already made publicly available for business use.

 2.3 Listings do not imply endorsement or affiliation. Logos and trademarks remain the property of their respective owners.

 2.4 Business owners may request corrections, updates, or removal of their listings by contacting us at [Insert Email Address] or using the provided form.

 2.5 We source listing information from publicly accessible databases and platforms that permit reuse. Any third-party content rights will be respected and corrected upon notification.

3. User-Generated Content
 3.1 Users may submit restaurant reviews, comments, and ratings. You are solely responsible for the content you post.

 3.2 You agree not to submit content that is false, misleading, defamatory, obscene, offensive, discriminatory, or violates any Australian law.

 3.3 By posting content, you grant Foodies Friendly a non-exclusive, royalty-free, perpetual, and worldwide license to use, modify, display, distribute, and reproduce your content.

 3.4 We reserve the right to moderate, edit, or remove any content at our discretion without prior notice.

4. Intellectual Property Rights
 4.1 The design, layout, software, and original content on this website, including text, branding, and graphics created by Foodies Friendly, are owned or licensed by us. Some content, such as menus, logos, or photos, may be provided by third parties or sourced from publicly accessible platforms and is not claimed as our intellectual property unless explicitly stated.

 4.2 You may not use, reproduce, or distribute our content without express permission, except for fair use as permitted by Australian copyright law.

 4.3 Some menus, images or other business-related content featured on our website may be uploaded by the Foodies Friendly team or by users. These materials may be sourced from publicly accessible platforms and are uploaded in good faith, with the understanding that they are publicly available and suitable for informational use. We do not claim ownership of such content unless otherwise stated and make reasonable efforts to provide source attribution when possible. However, attribution does not imply permission. If you are the rights holder of any content and believe it has been used without permission, please contact us at [Insert Email Address] and we will investigate and remove the content where appropriate. Businesses are encouraged to submit their own materials directly.

5. Prohibited Conduct
 5.1 Users must not:

• Engage in fraudulent, deceptive, or unlawful activity.
• Post spam, malware, or promotional content unrelated to reviews.
• Harass, threaten, or violate the rights of other users.
• Attempt to hack, disrupt, or interfere with website functionality.

6. Disclaimers and Limitation of Liability
 6.1 Foodies Friendly provides listings and user-generated content for informational purposes only. We do not guarantee accuracy or endorse reviews.

 6.2 To the maximum extent permitted under Australian Consumer Law, we are not liable for any damages, loss of profits, data, or business resulting from the use of our website.

 6.3 We do not guarantee uninterrupted access to the site and may change or discontinue features at our discretion

7. Platform Role and Limitation of Responsibility
 7.1 Foodies Friendly is a neutral online platform that aggregates business information and enables users to submit content such as reviews and ratings. We do not operate as an agent, partner, or representative of any listed business and are not involved in any direct transactions or interactions between users and businesses.

 7.2 In some cases, Foodies Friendly partners with select businesses to offer users exclusive perks such as discounts, special offers, or freebies. These perks may be subject to specific terms, and we may receive a fee from the business if a user claims a perk via our platform. However, we are not responsible for the fulfilment, availability, or quality of the perks provided by the business.

 7.3 We do not verify, endorse, or guarantee the accuracy of any reviews, listings, menus, or photos submitted by users or published on third-party sources. Any opinions expressed are solely those of the user and do not reflect the views of Foodies Friendly.

 7.4 To the fullest extent permitted by law, we disclaim all liability for any damages, disputes, loss of income, or reputational harm arising from:

• Content posted by users or third parties,
• Business performance or product/service quality,
• Any reliance on platform content, including our editorial commentary,
• Interactions between users and businesses listed on the site,
• Perks not honoured or delivered by the participating business.

 7.5 Any comments or content created by the Foodies Friendly team are for informational purposes only and do not constitute professional, legal, or business advice. We assume no liability for actions taken based on such commentary.

8. Third-Party Links and Content
 8.1 Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices, content, or reliability of those sites.

 8.2 Advertisements and embedded content are for informational use only. We do not guarantee their accuracy or claims.

9. Privacy and Data Protection
 9.1 We collect and process personal information in accordance with our Privacy Policy.

 9.2 You have the right to access, correct, or request deletion of your personal information. Contact us at [Insert Email Address] for such requests.

 9.3 We use cookies and tracking technologies to enhance user experience. Details are provided in our Privacy Policy.

10. Termination and Suspension
 10.1 We reserve the right to suspend or terminate user accounts or access if terms are violated.
 10.2 User content may remain published at our discretion even after account termination.

11. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution
 11.1 These Terms are governed by the laws of Australia and subject to the jurisdiction of the courts of Victoria.

 11.2 If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid, the remaining sections remain in effect.

12. Changes to Terms
 12.1 We may update these Terms at any time. Continued use of the site constitutes acceptance of any changes.

 12.2 Users are responsible for reviewing the Terms periodically.

13. Contact Information
If you have questions or concerns about these Terms or your data, contact us at:
 [Insert Email Address]
 foodiesfriendly.com.au