Effective Date: February 27, 2026
Welcome to Cook Like a Nerd (“we”, “us”, or “our”). By accessing or using this website, you agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions.
If you do not agree with these Terms, you must not use this website.
Use of This Website#
This website is provided for informational and educational purposes related to cooking, recipes, and food content.
You agree to use this website only for lawful purposes and in a manner that does not infringe the rights of others or restrict their use of the site.
We reserve the right to suspend or terminate access to the website at our sole discretion, without notice.
User-Submitted Content#
Users may submit recipes, comments, or other content where such features are available.
By submitting content, you:
- Confirm that you own or have the necessary rights to the content
- Grant us a non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free license to use, display, reproduce, modify, and publish that content on this website
- Agree that your submission does not infringe on any third-party rights
We reserve the right to edit, remove, or refuse any user-submitted content at our discretion.
We are not responsible for user-generated content.
Comments (Giscus / GitHub)#
Comments on recipes and blog posts are provided through Giscus (GitHub Discussions) and are subject to moderation.
You agree not to post content that is:
- Defamatory
- Abusive
- Illegal
- Spam
- Infringing on intellectual property rights
Third-party comment systems operate under their own privacy policies and terms.
Intellectual Property#
Unless otherwise stated, all content on this website, including:
- Recipe instructions
- Written content
- Original photography
- AI-generated or AI-edited images
- Branding and design elements
is owned by Cook Like a Nerd and protected by copyright and intellectual property laws.
Recipe Use Policy#
You may:
- Share links to recipes
- Quote short excerpts with clear attribution and a direct link back to the original page
You may NOT:
- Republish full recipes
- Copy instructions verbatim
- Reproduce or distribute photographs
- Republish AI-generated or edited images
- Claim our content as your own
Ingredient lists alone may not be protected by copyright; however, our written instructions and creative presentation are protected.
Unauthorized use may result in legal action.
Stock Images#
Some design elements or background images may be sourced from licensed stock providers and are used in accordance with their licensing terms.
Such images may not be reused or redistributed.
Affiliate Disclosure#
This website may contain affiliate links. We may earn a commission if you purchase through those links, at no additional cost to you.
Advertising#
We may display advertisements through services such as Google AdSense.
We are not responsible for the content of third-party advertisements.
Recipe and Cooking Disclaimer#
All recipes and cooking instructions are provided for informational purposes only.
Cooking involves inherent risks, including but not limited to:
- Burns
- Cuts
- Foodborne illness
- Allergic reactions
You are responsible for:
- Proper food handling
- Checking ingredient safety
- Ensuring food is cooked to safe internal temperatures
- Verifying allergy considerations
We are not liable for any injury, loss, or damage resulting from the use of recipes or techniques published on this website.
Nutrition Disclaimer#
Any nutritional information provided is an estimate only and is not guaranteed to be accurate.
Nutritional values may vary based on:
- Ingredient brands
- Substitutions
- Portion sizes
- Preparation methods
This website does not provide medical, dietary, or nutritional advice.
Always consult a qualified healthcare professional regarding dietary concerns, allergies, or medical conditions.
Limitation of Liability#
To the fullest extent permitted by law, Cook Like a Nerd shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or special damages arising out of or related to the use of this website.
Your use of this website is at your own risk.
DMCA Copyright Policy#
We respect the intellectual property rights of others.
If you believe that content on this website infringes your copyright, you may submit a written notice including:
- Your name and contact information
- Identification of the copyrighted work
- Identification of the allegedly infringing material
- A statement that you believe the use is unauthorized
- A statement under penalty of perjury that your claim is accurate
Notices may be submitted via the website contact form.
We reserve the right to remove allegedly infringing content at our discretion.
Changes to These Terms#
We reserve the right to update these Terms at any time. Changes will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.
Continued use of the website constitutes acceptance of updated Terms.
Contact#
For questions regarding these Terms, please contact us through the website contact form.