Terms of Service

Welcome to ourPantry, a community-driven platform dedicated to reducing food waste and addressing food insecurity. By using our platform, you agree to the following terms and conditions (the "Terms"). Please read them carefully.

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using ourPantry, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service and our Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with these Terms, you should not use our platform.

2. Eligibility

You must be at least 18 years old to use ourPantry. By using our service, you represent that you are legally able to enter into a binding contract and meet all eligibility requirements.

3. User Responsibilities

a. Account Registration:

You may need to create an account to access certain features of ourPantry. You agree to provide accurate and complete information when registering and to keep this information updated.

b. Prohibited Conduct:

You agree not to misuse ourPantry in any way, including but not limited to:

• Posting harmful, misleading, or illegal content
• Using the platform for commercial purposes without our written consent
• Harassing, threatening, or discriminating against other users

c. Content Sharing:

By sharing surplus food or other items, you agree that the items are safe, properly stored, and in good condition to the best of your knowledge. You assume responsibility for the condition of the shared items.

4. Donations and Exchanges

a. Food Donations:

Our platform allows users to donate food to others in need. You acknowledge that ourPantry is not responsible for the safety, quality, or condition of food items shared through the platform. Users are encouraged to take reasonable precautions to ensure food safety.

b. No Compensation:

Food shared through ourPantry is for donation purposes only. Users agree not to demand or expect payment in return for food donations.

c. Food Safety:

Users must comply with all local food safety regulations when donating or receiving food.

5. Liability Disclaimer

a. No Warranty:

ourPantry is provided on an "as-is" basis without warranties of any kind, either express or implied. We do not guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or usefulness of the information on our platform.

b. Limitation of Liability:

To the fullest extent permitted by law, ourPantry, its officers, directors, employees, and agents shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising from your use of our platform or the food shared through it.

6. User Content

a. Ownership:

You retain ownership of the content you post on ourPantry. However, by posting content, you grant us a non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free license to use, modify, distribute, and display that content.

b. Content Removal:

We reserve the right to remove or modify any user content that violates these Terms or is otherwise deemed inappropriate.

7. Privacy

We take your privacy seriously. Please review our Privacy Policy, which explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information.

8. Termination

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your account at any time if we believe you are in violation of these Terms or engaged in unlawful behavior.

9. Modifications to Terms

We may update these Terms from time to time. We will notify you of any significant changes by posting the new Terms on our website or by other means of communication. Your continued use of ourPantry after changes have been made constitutes your acceptance of the new Terms.

10. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the United States, without regard to its conflict of law principles.

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about these Terms, please contact us at: