Terms of Use

Please read these Terms of Use carefully before using Wellness Verdicts. By accessing or using our website, you agree to be bound by these terms.

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing, browsing, or using the Wellness Verdicts website (the "Site"), its content, and any related services (collectively, the "Services"), you ("User," "you," or "your") acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Use ("Terms"), our Privacy Policy, and all applicable laws and regulations.

These Terms apply to all visitors, users, and others who access or use the Services. If you are accessing the Services on behalf of a company or other legal entity, you represent that you have the authority to bind that entity to these Terms.

2. Eligibility

You must be at least 18 years of age to use the Services. By using the Site, you represent and warrant that:

• You are at least 18 years old and have the legal capacity to enter into binding contracts
• You will use the Services in compliance with these Terms and all applicable laws
• All information you provide is truthful, accurate, and complete
• You are not prohibited from using the Services under any applicable law or jurisdiction

3. Nature of Content

Wellness Verdicts is an independent editorial publication that publishes reviews, analyses, and informational content related to health, wellness, and dietary supplements. Our content is provided for informational and educational purposes only and reflects the opinions of our editorial team based on publicly available information, manufacturer disclosures, and user-reported feedback.

Our content does not constitute medical, legal, financial, or professional advice. You should always consult a qualified healthcare professional before making decisions related to your health, including starting, stopping, or modifying any supplement, medication, or treatment regimen.

We are an independent third-party reviewer. We are not the manufacturer, distributor, or official representative of any product reviewed on this Site. All trademarks, product names, and brand identifiers belong to their respective owners.

4. Intellectual Property Rights

4.1 Ownership of Site Content

All content published on Wellness Verdicts — including but not limited to articles, reviews, comparisons, editorial commentary, ratings, scoring methodologies, infographics, charts, layouts, design elements, logos, and compilations — is the exclusive property of Wellness Verdicts or its licensors and is protected by United States and international copyright, trademark, and intellectual property laws.

Our review content represents original editorial work, including independent analysis, comparative assessments, and proprietary scoring systems. The expression, structure, and presentation of this content are protected works of authorship.

4.2 Limited License to Users

Subject to your compliance with these Terms, Wellness Verdicts grants you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to access and view the Site content for your personal, non-commercial use only. This license does not include:

• Any resale or commercial use of the Site or its content
• Any collection and use of product listings, reviews, ratings, or descriptions
• Any derivative use of the Site or its content
• Any downloading or copying of account information for the benefit of another party
• Any use of data mining, robots, scrapers, or similar data gathering and extraction tools

4.3 Prohibited Uses of Content

Without express prior written permission from Wellness Verdicts, you may not:

• Reproduce any portion of the Site content in any format
• Republish reviews, ratings, or editorial content on other websites or platforms
• Modify, adapt, translate, or create derivative works based on the content
• Frame, mirror, or embed the Site content within other websites
• Use the content for AI training, machine learning datasets, or automated content generation
• Sell, license, or commercially exploit the content in any manner
• Remove any copyright, trademark, or proprietary notices

4.4 Permitted Citations

You may quote brief excerpts (no more than 75 words) from our content for non-commercial commentary, criticism, news reporting, or academic purposes, provided that:

• You provide clear attribution to Wellness Verdicts
• You include a working hyperlink back to the original article
• The quotation does not misrepresent the original content's meaning
• The use qualifies as fair use under applicable copyright law

4.5 Trademarks

"Wellness Verdicts," our logo, and related identifiers are trademarks of Wellness Verdicts. You may not use these marks without our prior written consent. Third-party trademarks, product names, and brand names mentioned on the Site are the property of their respective owners and are used solely for identification and editorial reference purposes.

5. User Conduct

When using our Services, you agree NOT to:

• Violate any applicable local, state, national, or international law
• Infringe upon the intellectual property rights of Wellness Verdicts or any third party
• Transmit viruses, malware, or any harmful code
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to the Site, servers, or related systems
• Interfere with or disrupt the integrity or performance of the Services
• Use automated means (bots, scrapers, crawlers) without our express written permission
• Impersonate any person or entity, or misrepresent your affiliation
• Engage in any activity that could harm minors
• Collect or harvest personal information of other users
• Use the Services for any fraudulent or unlawful purpose

6. Affiliate Relationships & External Links

Wellness Verdicts participates in various affiliate marketing programs. Some links on our Site are "affiliate links," meaning we may receive a commission if you click through and make a purchase, at no additional cost to you.

These affiliate relationships do not influence our editorial integrity. Our reviews, ratings, and recommendations are based on independent analysis. However, you acknowledge that:

• We may earn revenue from your purchases made through affiliate links
• We are not responsible for the products, services, or transactions completed on third-party websites
• Pricing, availability, and terms displayed on third-party sites are subject to change without notice
• Any disputes arising from purchases must be resolved directly with the third-party merchant

7. Disclaimers

7.1 Health & Medical Disclaimer

The information on Wellness Verdicts is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Statements regarding dietary supplements have not been evaluated by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Always consult with a qualified healthcare provider before making any health-related decisions.

7.2 "As Is" Basis

THE SITE AND ALL CONTENT ARE PROVIDED ON AN "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" BASIS, WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED. To the fullest extent permitted by law, we disclaim all warranties, including but not limited to:

• Merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose
• Non-infringement of third-party rights
• Accuracy, completeness, or timeliness of content
• Uninterrupted or error-free operation of the Site
• Security or freedom from viruses and harmful components

7.3 Editorial Opinions

Reviews, ratings, and rankings published on the Site reflect the subjective opinions of our editorial team at the time of publication. Product formulations, pricing, availability, and terms may change. We do not guarantee that information remains current.

8. Limitation of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, IN NO EVENT SHALL WELLNESS VERDICTS, ITS AFFILIATES, OFFICERS, EMPLOYEES, AGENTS, OR LICENSORS BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO:

• Loss of profits, revenue, data, or use
• Health-related damages resulting from product use or misuse
• Damages arising from your reliance on Site content
• Damages from transactions with third-party merchants
• Damages from unauthorized access to your data

Our total cumulative liability to you for all claims arising from or related to the Services shall not exceed one hundred U.S. dollars ($100). Some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of certain damages, so the above limitations may not apply to you in their entirety.

9. Indemnification

You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless Wellness Verdicts and its affiliates, officers, agents, and employees from and against any claims, damages, obligations, losses, liabilities, costs, or expenses (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising from:

• Your use or misuse of the Services
• Your violation of these Terms
• Your violation of any third-party right, including intellectual property or privacy rights
• Any content you submit, post, or transmit through the Services

10. Suspension & Termination

We reserve the right, at our sole discretion and without notice, to:

• Suspend or terminate your access to the Services for any reason
• Modify, suspend, or discontinue any part of the Services
• Refuse service to anyone for any reason at any time
• Remove content that violates these Terms

All provisions that by their nature should survive termination shall survive, including ownership provisions, warranty disclaimers, indemnity, and limitations of liability.

11. Governing Law & Jurisdiction

11.1 Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Delaware, United States of America, without regard to its conflict of law provisions. Where applicable, U.S. federal law shall apply, including the Federal Trade Commission Act, the Lanham Act, and the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA).

11.2 Exclusive Jurisdiction

You agree that any legal action or proceeding arising out of or relating to these Terms or the Services shall be brought exclusively in the state or federal courts located in Delaware, United States. You consent to the personal jurisdiction of such courts and waive any objection based on inconvenient forum.

11.3 Dispute Resolution

Before initiating formal legal proceedings, you agree to first attempt to resolve any dispute informally by contacting us at contact@wellness-verdicts.com. We will work in good faith to resolve disputes within 60 days of notification.

11.4 Class Action Waiver

You agree that any disputes shall be brought in your individual capacity, and not as a plaintiff or class member in any purported class, collective, or representative proceeding. The arbitrator (if applicable) may not consolidate claims of multiple individuals.

11.5 Time Limitation

Any cause of action arising out of or related to the Services must be commenced within one (1) year after the cause of action accrues. Otherwise, such cause of action is permanently barred.

12. DMCA Copyright Notice

Wellness Verdicts respects intellectual property rights and complies with the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA). If you believe that content on our Site infringes your copyright, please send a written notice to contact@wellness-verdicts.com including:

• Identification of the copyrighted work claimed to be infringed
• Identification of the allegedly infringing material with sufficient detail to locate it
• Your contact information (name, address, telephone, email)
• A statement of good faith belief that the use is not authorized
• A statement, under penalty of perjury, that the information is accurate and you are authorized to act on behalf of the copyright owner
• Your physical or electronic signature

13. Modifications to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time, in our sole discretion. When we make material changes, we will update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this document and post the revised Terms on the Site.

Your continued use of the Services after any modifications constitutes your acceptance of the updated Terms. We encourage you to review these Terms periodically. If you do not agree with any modification, you must discontinue use of the Services.

14. General Provisions

14.1 Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy and any other legal notices published on the Site, constitute the entire agreement between you and Wellness Verdicts regarding the Services and supersede any prior agreements.

14.2 Severability

If any provision of these Terms is held to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable by a court of competent jurisdiction, such provision shall be modified to the minimum extent necessary to make it enforceable, and the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.

14.3 No Waiver

Our failure to enforce any right or provision of these Terms shall not be deemed a waiver of such right or provision. Any waiver must be in writing and signed by an authorized representative of Wellness Verdicts.

14.4 Assignment

You may not assign or transfer these Terms or your rights under them without our prior written consent. We may assign our rights and obligations under these Terms freely without restriction.

14.5 Force Majeure

We shall not be liable for any failure or delay in performance due to circumstances beyond our reasonable control, including natural disasters, acts of war or terrorism, cyber attacks, government actions, pandemics, or infrastructure failures.

14.6 Headings

Section headings are for convenience only and shall not be used to interpret these Terms.

15. Contact Information

If you have any questions, concerns, or notices regarding these Terms of Use, please contact us: