Welcome to PlatterPost (platterpost.com). These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your access to and use of our website, content, and services (collectively, the "Site"). By visiting, browsing, or otherwise using the Site, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree, please discontinue use of the Site immediately.
1. Who We Are
PlatterPost is a dinnerware and tableware review publication. We produce buying guides, product reviews, comparisons, and editorial content related to plates, bowls, flatware, glassware, serveware, and related home and kitchen products.
2. Acceptable Use
By using the Site, you agree that you will not:
- Use the Site for any unlawful purpose or in violation of any applicable local, state, national, or international law or regulation.
- Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any portion of the Site, our servers, or any connected systems or networks.
- Reproduce, duplicate, copy, sell, resell, or exploit any portion of the Site's content without our express written permission.
- Use automated scripts, bots, scrapers, or data-mining tools to extract content from the Site without authorization.
- Upload or transmit viruses, malware, or any other malicious code.
- Post or transmit any content that is defamatory, obscene, harassing, or otherwise objectionable in connection with any comments, forms, or interactive features we may offer.
- Impersonate any person or entity or misrepresent your affiliation with any person or entity.
- Interfere with or disrupt the operation of the Site or the servers or networks used to make the Site available.
We reserve the right to restrict, suspend, or terminate access to the Site for any user who violates these acceptable use guidelines, at our sole discretion and without prior notice.
3. Reviews, Opinions, and No-Warranty Disclaimer
The product reviews, ratings, rankings, comparisons, and recommendations published on PlatterPost reflect the opinions of our editorial team based on research, available product information, manufacturer specifications, and, where applicable, hands-on or firsthand testing. These opinions are provided in good faith but are inherently subjective.
All content on this Site is provided "as is" and "as available" without warranties of any kind, either express or implied, including but not limited to warranties of accuracy, completeness, merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, or non-infringement. We do not warrant or guarantee that:
- Any product reviewed will perform as described or meet your individual needs or expectations.
- Product information, pricing, availability, or specifications displayed on the Site are current, complete, or error-free.
- Any recommendation or ranking will result in satisfaction with a purchase.
Manufacturers may change product materials, designs, pricing, or availability without notice, and such changes may not be immediately reflected in our content. You should independently verify product details with the retailer or manufacturer before making a purchasing decision. Your reliance on any information provided on this Site is strictly at your own risk.
4. Affiliate Relationship Disclosure
PlatterPost participates in affiliate marketing programs, which means we may earn commissions on purchases made through links on our Site at no additional cost to you.
As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases. This site is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to Amazon.com. Amazon and the Amazon logo are trademarks of Amazon.com, Inc. or its affiliates. Affiliate relationships do not influence our editorial ratings or recommendations.
We may also participate in similar affiliate programs with other retailers and brands. Our editorial team maintains independence in selecting which products to review and how they are rated, regardless of any affiliate relationship or potential commission.
5. Intellectual Property
All content on the Site, including text, graphics, logos, images, reviews, and compilations thereof, is the property of PlatterPost or its content licensors and is protected by applicable copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws. You may share links to our content and quote brief excerpts with proper attribution and a link back to the original source, but you may not republish, redistribute, or reproduce substantial portions of our content without prior written permission.
6. Third-Party Links
The Site contains links to third-party websites, including retailers such as Amazon, manufacturer sites, and other external resources. These links are provided for your convenience. We do not control and are not responsible for the content, privacy practices, accuracy, or availability of any third-party website. Your use of any third-party site is governed by that site's own terms and policies.
7. Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, PlatterPost, its owners, operators, employees, contributors, and affiliates shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, special, exemplary, or punitive damages arising out of or in connection with:
- Your access to, use of, or inability to use the Site.
- Any reliance placed on reviews, ratings, recommendations, or other content published on the Site.
- Any purchase decision made based on information found on the Site.
- Errors, omissions, or inaccuracies in content, including product descriptions, pricing, or specifications.
- Any products purchased or obtained through third-party links, including issues of quality, safety, delivery, or customer service with the retailer or manufacturer.
- Unauthorized access to or alteration of your transmissions or data.
This limitation of liability applies regardless of the legal theory asserted, whether in contract, tort, strict liability, or otherwise, and even if we have been advised of the possibility of such damages. Some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of certain damages, so some of the above limitations may not apply to you.
8. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless PlatterPost and its owners, employees, and affiliates from any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, and expenses, including reasonable legal fees, arising out of or in any way connected with your use of the Site or your violation of these Terms.
9. Governing Law
These Terms and any dispute arising out of or related to the Site shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws applicable in the jurisdiction in which PlatterPost operates, without regard to conflict-of-law principles. Any legal action or proceeding arising under these Terms will be brought exclusively in the appropriate courts of that jurisdiction, and you consent to personal jurisdiction and venue therein.
10. Changes to These Terms
We may revise and update these Terms from time to time at our sole discretion to reflect changes in our practices, services, legal requirements, or for other operational reasons. The updated version will be effective as soon as it is posted on this page, and we will update the "last modified" date accordingly. Your continued use of the Site following any changes constitutes your acceptance of the revised Terms. We encourage you to review this page periodically to stay informed of any updates.
11. Severability
If any provision of these Terms is found to be unlawful, void, or unenforceable, that provision shall be deemed severable from these Terms and shall not affect the validity and enforceability of any remaining provisions.
12. Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or feedback regarding these Terms, please reach out to us through the contact information provided on our Site. We value your input and are happy to clarify any part of these Terms upon request.