Terms of Use
Last Updated: January 11, 2026
Welcome to MealGenie ("we," "our," "us"). These Terms of Use ("Terms") govern your access to and use of our website, mobile services, AI-generated meal plans, recipes, nutritional estimates, grocery lists, and any other services we provide ("Services"). By accessing or using MealGenie, you agree to these Terms. If you do not agree, do not use our Services.
1. Description of Service
MealGenie generates meal plans, recipes, images, nutritional information, and grocery lists using artificial intelligence. These outputs are generated automatically and may contain inaccuracies or incomplete information. The Service is provided for general informational and educational purposes only.
We do NOT provide:
- Medical, nutritional, dietary, or health advice
- Safety-verified recipes
- Allergen-free guarantees
- Professional cooking guidance
You are solely responsible for evaluating the accuracy, suitability, and safety of any output before using it.
2. Eligibility
You must be at least 13 years old to use MealGenie. If you are under 18, you must use the Services under the supervision of a parent or legal guardian.
3. Accounts & Security
You may create an account using email, magic link, or OAuth (e.g., Google). You are responsible for:
- Maintaining the confidentiality of your login credentials
- All activity under your account
We reserve the right to suspend or terminate accounts for misuse.
4. User-Generated Content
If you upload images, notes, or custom content, you grant us a non-exclusive license to store and process that content solely for providing the Service. You must own or have rights to any content you upload.
5. AI-Generated Content Disclaimer
⚠️ IMPORTANT: AI CONTENT LIMITATIONS
MealGenie uses large language models and third-party image generators. AI outputs may be:
- Incorrect
- Unsafe
- Incomplete
- Biased
- Inaccurate in ingredient quantities or cooking times
You acknowledge and agree:
- Recipes may not always work as intended
- Cooking instructions may require adjustment
- Nutritional values are estimates only
- We are not liable for any harm resulting from following AI-generated suggestions
Always verify ingredient safety, cooking temperatures, and allergens before preparing food.
6. Health & Nutrition Disclaimer
🏥 NOT MEDICAL ADVICE
MealGenie is not a medical service. Nothing we provide constitutes:
- Professional nutritional counseling
- Medical advice
- Diagnosis
- Treatment
Consult a licensed healthcare professional before making dietary changes, especially if you have allergies, medical conditions, or dietary restrictions.
7. Allergen & Dietary Safety Limitations
⚠️ ALLERGEN WARNING
MealGenie cannot guarantee:
- The absence of allergens
- Proper ingredient preparation
- Safe food-handling procedures
- Accurate identification of ingredients
You assume full responsibility for ensuring recipes meet your dietary needs.
8. Payment & Subscriptions
We may offer:
- One-time unlocks
- Subscriptions (monthly, annual)
- Promotional trials
By purchasing, you agree:
- All payments are handled by third-party processors (e.g., Stripe)
- Subscription renewals occur automatically unless canceled
- We do not provide refunds except where required by law
You may cancel your subscription at any time through your account settings or via your payment provider.
9. Sharing & Public Links
MealGenie may allow sharing meal plans via unique URLs. Anyone with the link can view the shared content. Treat share links as public. Do not share sensitive information.
10. Intellectual Property
All trademarks, branding, UI designs, and software are owned by MealGenie. You may not copy, reverse engineer, or resell any part of the Service.
You may use the AI-generated recipes and grocery lists for personal, non-commercial use.
11. Prohibited Conduct
You agree NOT to:
- Use the Service for illegal or harmful activity
- Scrape, copy, or resell outputs
- Attempt to bypass payment or access controls
- Interfere with the Service or security features
12. Limitation of Liability
TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW:
MealGenie is not liable for:
- Injuries, illness, or damages resulting from preparing or consuming meals
- Cooking accidents, undercooking, foodborne illness, or improper handling
- Inaccurate recipes, instructions, cook times, or nutritional data
- Allergic reactions or ingredient misclassification
- Decisions made based on AI-generated content
Your use of the Service is entirely at your own risk.
13. No Warranty
The Service is provided "as is" and "as available," without warranties of any kind. We do not guarantee uninterrupted service or error-free AI outputs.
14. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify and hold harmless MealGenie, its officers, directors, employees, and agents from any claims, damages, losses, liabilities, and expenses (including legal fees) arising from:
- Your use of the Service
- Your violation of these Terms
- Your violation of any rights of another person or entity
- Any health issues resulting from following meal plans or recipes
15. Termination
We may suspend or terminate access if you violate these Terms or misuse the Service.
16. Changes to Terms
We may update these Terms from time to time. Continued use of the Service constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms.
17. Governing Law
These Terms are governed by the laws of California, without regard to conflicts of law.
18. Contact Information
If you have questions about these Terms, please contact us at:
legal@mealgenie.ai