These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your access to and use of oilsensei.com (the "Site") and any content, functionality, or services offered through it. The Site is operated by OilSensei ("we," "us," or "our"). Please read these Terms carefully.
Acceptance of these Terms
By accessing or using the Site, you confirm that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms and by our Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, you may not use the Site.
Eligibility
The Site is intended for users who are at least 18 years old, or the age of majority in your jurisdiction. By using the Site, you represent that you meet this requirement.
Use of the Site
You agree to use the Site only for lawful purposes and in a way that does not infringe the rights of, restrict, or inhibit anyone else's use of the Site. Specifically, you agree not to:
- Copy, reproduce, distribute, modify, or create derivative works from any content on the Site without our written permission, except as expressly allowed by these Terms or applicable law.
- Use any automated system, including bots or scrapers, to access or collect content from the Site in a manner that exceeds reasonable use.
- Attempt to interfere with the operation of the Site, including by introducing viruses or attempting to gain unauthorized access to servers or accounts.
- Use the Site to send unsolicited communications, harass others, or violate any law.
Intellectual property
All content on the Site, including text, graphics, photos, logos, and the design of the Site itself, is owned by OilSensei or our licensors and is protected by copyright and other intellectual property laws. You may view and share links to our pages for personal, non-commercial use. Any other use, including republishing or commercial reuse, requires our prior written permission.
The OilSensei name and logo are trademarks of OilSensei. You may not use them without our written consent.
User submissions
If you send us feedback, suggestions, questions, or other content (a "Submission"), you grant us a non-exclusive, royalty-free, worldwide license to use, reproduce, and edit that Submission for the purpose of operating and improving the Site, including in newsletters and future guides. You represent that you have the right to send the Submission and that it does not violate any third party's rights.
Affiliate links and recommendations
Some links on the Site are affiliate links. If you click an affiliate link and make a qualifying purchase, we may receive a small commission at no extra cost to you. Our recommendations are based on independent research and editorial judgment. They are not paid placements. See our Disclaimer for more detail.
No professional advice
OilSensei publishes editorial information about essential oils and related topics. The content is for general informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical, veterinary, legal, or financial advice. Always consult a qualified professional for advice tailored to your situation. See our Disclaimer for the full statement.
Third-party links
The Site links to third-party websites we do not control. We are not responsible for the content, privacy practices, or terms of those sites. Visiting them is at your own risk.
Disclaimer of warranties
The Site is provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis, without warranties of any kind, express or implied, including warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, non-infringement, accuracy, or availability. We do not warrant that the Site will be uninterrupted or error-free, or that any content is current or complete.
Limitation of liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, OilSensei and its contributors will not be liable for any indirect, incidental, consequential, special, or punitive damages, or any loss of profits, revenue, data, or goodwill, arising out of or related to your use of the Site, even if we have been advised of the possibility of such damages. Our total liability for any claim arising out of or related to the Site will not exceed one hundred U.S. dollars ($100).
Indemnification
You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless OilSensei and its contributors from any claim, demand, loss, or damages, including reasonable legal fees, arising out of your use of the Site, your Submissions, or your violation of these Terms.
Changes to the Site or Terms
We may modify the Site or these Terms at any time. When we change the Terms, we will revise the "Last updated" date at the top of this page and, where appropriate, post a notice on the Site. Your continued use of the Site after changes take effect constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms.
Termination
We may suspend or terminate your access to the Site at any time, without notice, if we believe you have violated these Terms or otherwise abused the Site.
Governing law and disputes
These Terms are governed by the laws of the State in which OilSensei is established, without regard to its conflict-of-law principles. Any dispute arising out of or related to these Terms or the Site will be resolved in the courts located there, unless your local consumer-protection laws give you the right to bring a claim in your home jurisdiction.
Contact
For questions about these Terms, email us at hello@oilsensei.com or use our contact page.