Effective Date: November 1, 2024
Welcome to PlantLink (the “Platform”), operated by [PlantLink Inc.] (“we”, “us”, or “our”). By accessing or using our website at https://theplantlink.com, including our AI-powered product generator, ingredient sourcing marketplace, and published content (collectively, the “Services”), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Use.
If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use our Services.
1. Use of the Platform
You may use the Services for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms. You agree not to:
- Use the Services in any way that violates any applicable federal, provincial, or international law or regulation.
- Reproduce, duplicate, copy, sell, or exploit any portion of the Platform without express written permission.
2. AI-Powered Generator and Sensory Lab
PlantLink provides access to experimental AI tools that generate plant-based food product formulations and sensory predictions based on user input. These outputs are for informational and exploratory purposes only and:
- Do not constitute nutritional, dietary, or health advice.
- Should not be relied on as a substitute for professional food science or regulatory guidance.
- Are generated using machine learning and third-party data sources and may include inaccuracies.
You assume all responsibility for any use or reliance on generated outputs.
3. Ingredient Sourcing Marketplace
The ingredient sourcing marketplace connects users to publicly listed suppliers of plant-based ingredients.
While we strive to keep supplier data accurate and up to date, we do not:
- Endorse or guarantee any supplier, their products, certifications, pricing, or availability.
- Mediate transactions or take responsibility for communications or agreements between users and suppliers.
You are solely responsible for conducting your own due diligence before engaging with any supplier listed on the Platform.
4. Recipe and Content Use
All recipes, formulations, sensory breakdowns, and product development reports published on the site are for educational and informational purposes only.
You may not redistribute or reproduce this content for commercial use without prior written consent. Attribution to PlantLink must be retained when referencing our materials.
5. Intellectual Property
All content on the Platform, including branding, logo, design, structure, text, and AI-generated outputs, are the intellectual property of PlantLink or its licensors and are protected under applicable copyright and trademark laws.
Unauthorized use may violate these rights and result in legal action.
6. Disclaimers & Limitation of Liability
The Platform and all Services are provided “as is” and “as available” without any warranties of any kind.
To the maximum extent permitted by law, we disclaim all liability for:
- Errors, inaccuracies, or omissions in any content.
- Any action taken based on information provided through the Platform.
- Any damages arising from your use of or inability to use the Services.
7. Privacy
We respect your privacy. While we may collect minimal information (e.g., email addresses for demo access or contact inquiries), we do not sell, share, or misuse personal data.
Please review our Privacy Policy for more details.
8. Governing Law
These Terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Province of Ontario and the federal laws of Canada applicable therein.
9. Contact Us
If you have any questions about these Terms, please contact us at:
Email: hello@theplantlink.com