Terms of use
Last updated: January 2026
1. ACCEPTANCE OF TERMS
Welcome to The Olive Feeling (olivefeeling.com). By accessing, browsing, or using this website, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Use and our Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with any part of these terms, you must not use this website.
These Terms of Use form a legally binding agreement between you and The Olive Feeling, operated by SEO by Yoni FZC (United Arab Emirates).
2. ABOUT THE OLIVE FEELING
The Olive Feeling is an editorial and informational platform dedicated to exploring the human side of olive oil, sharing stories about producers, brands, and the culture surrounding olive oil.
We provide editorial content, articles, guides, opinions, insights, and business listings for informational and entertainment purposes only.
We do NOT provide professional advice of any kind, including but not limited to: legal, financial, medical, technical, horticultural, or culinary advice.
3. USE OF THE WEBSITE
You agree to use this website only for lawful purposes and in ways that respect the rights of others and comply with all applicable laws and regulations.
You specifically agree NOT to:
Use the website to distribute spam, malware, harmful code, or viruses
Attempt to gain unauthorized access to restricted areas of the website or our systems
Harass, threaten, defame, or abuse any person or entity
Post misleading, false, or fraudulent information
Infringe on intellectual property rights of others
Collect or harvest personal data from the website without permission
Use automated tools (bots, scrapers, crawlers) to access the website without prior written permission
Engage in any activity that disrupts or degrades the website or its services
Violate any applicable laws or regulations
The Olive Feeling reserves the right to suspend or terminate your access to the website if you violate these Terms of Use.
4. EDITORIAL CONTENT DISCLAIMER
All content published on The Olive Feeling, including articles, guides, opinions, tasting notes, brand stories, producer interviews, and insights, is provided for informational and editorial purposes only.
Our content is based on:
– General knowledge and public information
– Personal experiences and observations
– Research from publicly available sources
– Interviews and submissions from contributors
Content does NOT represent:
– Professional expertise or specialized analysis
– Guarantees or warranties of any kind
– Endorsements of products or services
Nothing on this website should be interpreted, relied upon, or acted upon as:
– Professional advice (legal, financial, medical, technical, horticultural, or otherwise)
– Product testing or laboratory analysis
– Official certifications or quality guarantees
– Nutritional or health claims
Users are responsible for conducting their own independent research, fact-checking, and due diligence before making any decisions based on information found on this website.
5. OLIVE OIL INFORMATION AND RECOMMENDATIONS
Any information about olive oil products, brands, producers, tasting notes, origins, production methods, quality characteristics, health benefits, or brand stories is provided solely for general informational purposes.
The Olive Feeling:
– Is NOT a producer, laboratory, certification body, or testing authority
– Does NOT guarantee the quality, authenticity, characteristics, or claims of any product mentioned
– Does NOT conduct product testing, analysis, or verification
– Does NOT independently verify brand claims or certifications
Product quality, authenticity, production methods, certifications, and health claims are the responsibility of the manufacturer or seller. We encourage you to:
– Contact producers directly for detailed product information
– Verify certifications with official bodies
– Read product labels and official documentation
– Consult medical professionals regarding health-related claims
The Olive Feeling assumes no responsibility for purchasing decisions, product quality issues, or outcomes based on information found on this website.
6. BRANDS, PRODUCERS, AND LISTINGS DISCLAIMER
The Olive Feeling may feature olive oil brands, producers, distributors, retailers, restaurants, or related businesses through articles, product mentions, business listings, or editorial content.
Features and mentions do NOT:
– Constitute endorsements or recommendations
– Guarantee the quality, availability, authenticity, or performance of products or services
– Verify business credentials, certifications, or claims
– Indicate any affiliation or partnership with featured businesses
We are NOT responsible for:
– Any outcomes, experiences, or results from interactions with featured brands or businesses
– Product quality, authenticity, accuracy of claims, or customer service issues
– Delivery, pricing, availability, or any transaction-related problems
– Disputes, complaints, or dissatisfaction arising from your relationship with any third party
Any business relationship, transaction, or communication with a featured brand or business is strictly between you and that third party. The Olive Feeling is not a party to these interactions and bears no liability for them.
7. THIRD-PARTY LINKS AND EXTERNAL CONTENT
Our website may contain links to external websites, social media platforms, or third-party services. We also embed content from external sources (maps, videos, social media posts, etc.).
The Olive Feeling:
– Does NOT control, review, or monitor the content, policies, or practices of external websites or services
– Is NOT responsible for the accuracy, legality, or appropriateness of external content
– Assumes NO liability for any harm, damage, or loss resulting from your access to external links or content
Your use of external websites and services is subject to their own terms of use and privacy policies. We recommend reading these policies before sharing your personal information with third parties.
8. USER SUBMISSIONS AND CONTENT
If you submit content, information, images, stories, or materials to The Olive Feeling (through contact forms, submission forms, or any other means), you confirm and warrant that:
– You have the legal right to submit this content
– You own the content or have obtained all necessary permissions from the copyright holder
– The content does not violate any third-party intellectual property rights
– The content does not contain defamatory, harmful, illegal, or offensive material
– All information is accurate and truthful to the best of your knowledge
– If the submission involves a business or individual, you have their permission to submit information about them
By submitting content, you grant The Olive Feeling the non-exclusive right to:
– Review, assess, and evaluate your submission
– Edit, modify, or adapt the content for editorial purposes
– Publish, display, or republish the submission (in full or in part)
– Remove or decline the submission at our sole discretion
– Use the submission for archival and reference purposes
You retain ownership of your submitted content, but you license these rights to The Olive Feeling for as long as the content remains on our website.
The Olive Feeling is not obligated to publish, acknowledge, or respond to submissions. We reserve the right to decline, remove, or request modifications to any submission without explanation.
If your submission is published, The Olive Feeling may include your name, business name, or attribution as you have specified or as appropriate for editorial purposes.
9. INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY RIGHTS
All original content on The Olive Feeling, including:
– Text, articles, and editorial content
– Photography and images
– Design, layout, and user interface
– Logos, branding, and graphics
– Structure and selection of content
– Compilations and databases
…is the intellectual property of The Olive Feeling (or its contributors/licensors) and is protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.
You are granted a limited, non-exclusive license to:
– View and read content for personal, non-commercial use
– Share individual articles with attribution (including a link back to the original article on olivefeeling.com)
– Download content for personal reference
You may NOT:
– Reproduce, republish, or distribute content without prior written permission
– Remove or alter copyright notices, watermarks, or attribution
– Use content for commercial purposes
– Create derivative works based on our content
– Scrape, copy, or aggregate content systematically
– Use our content in a way that competes with The Olive Feeling
– License, sell, or transfer our content to third parties
For permission to use content beyond these limits, contact us at hello@olivefeeling.com.
If you submit content that is published on The Olive Feeling, you retain copyright ownership, but you grant The Olive Feeling the rights described in Section 8.
10. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY
The Olive Feeling is provided on an “as-is” and “as-available” basis without warranties of any kind.
To the fullest extent permitted by law, The Olive Feeling makes NO representations or warranties regarding:
– Accuracy, completeness, or reliability of content
– Fitness for a particular purpose
– Merchantability or quality
– Availability or uninterrupted access to the website
– Freedom from errors, defects, or viruses
– Security or safety of transmitted data
The Olive Feeling SHALL NOT BE LIABLE for:
– Any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, special, or punitive damages
– Loss of profits, revenue, data, or business opportunities
– Damage to your computer, software, or data
– Any harm resulting from viruses, malware, or security breaches
– Any errors or omissions in content
– Any decisions made or actions taken based on information from our website
– Any third-party claims or disputes
– Any technical issues, downtime, or service interruptions
This limitation applies even if The Olive Feeling has been advised of the possibility of such damages.
In jurisdictions that do not allow limitations of liability, our liability shall be limited to the maximum extent permitted by law.
11. INDEMNIFICATION
You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless The Olive Feeling, its owners, operators, employees, agents, and associates from any and all claims, liabilities, damages, losses, costs, and expenses (including legal fees) arising from or related to:
– Your use of the website or violation of these Terms of Use
– Your violation of any applicable law or third-party rights
– Your submission of content that infringes third-party rights or violates any law
– Your interactions with any third parties featured on our website
– Any content you post, upload, or transmit through our website
– Your negligence or willful misconduct
12. DISCLAIMERS
The Olive Feeling is NOT affiliated with, endorsed by, or associated with any brand, producer, retailer, or business mentioned on our website unless explicitly stated.
Mentions, features, or listings do NOT imply:
– Business relationships or partnerships
– Endorsements or recommendations
– Verification of claims or certifications
– Quality guarantees or assurances
The Olive Feeling is a free editorial resource and receives no compensation or sponsorship from most featured brands (unless explicitly disclosed in an article).
13. DATA PROTECTION AND PRIVACY
Your use of The Olive Feeling is governed by our Privacy Policy. By using this website, you consent to the collection, use, and processing of your personal data as described in the Privacy Policy.
When you submit information through forms on our website:
– You acknowledge that your data will be processed as described in the Privacy Policy
– You consent to the use of your email address for responses and, if you opt in, for newsletters
– You understand that your data may be transferred internationally as described in the Privacy Policy
– You confirm that you have read and understood the Privacy Policy
We comply with applicable data protection laws, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) for users in the European Union and European Economic Area.
Your privacy rights are outlined in the Privacy Policy. You can exercise these rights by contacting us at hello@olivefeeling.com.
14. COOKIES AND TRACKING
Our website uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience and analyze website usage. For detailed information about cookies, including your consent options and how to manage them, please see our Privacy Policy and our Cookie Banner on the website.
By continuing to use this website after being presented with our cookie consent options, you acknowledge that you have reviewed the information about our use of cookies.
15. CHANGES TO THESE TERMS
We reserve the right to update, modify, or change these Terms of Use at any time at our sole discretion.
Changes will be effective immediately upon posting to this page, and we will update the “Last updated” date at the top of this document.
For significant changes, we will make reasonable efforts to notify you via email if you are an email subscriber.
Your continued use of the website after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the modified Terms of Use.
If you do not agree with any changes, you must discontinue your use of the website.
16. TERMINATION
The Olive Feeling reserves the right to suspend or terminate your access to the website at any time, for any reason, with or without notice, including if we believe you have violated these Terms of Use.
Upon termination, your right to use the website ceases immediately.
17. GOVERNING LAW AND DISPUTE RESOLUTION
These Terms of Use are governed by and interpreted in accordance with the laws of the United States, without regard to its conflict of law principles.
However, the following are NOT subject to choice of law:
– The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and data protection laws applicable in the European Union and European Economic Area
– Consumer protection laws in your country of residence
– Any other mandatory laws that cannot be waived by agreement
For any disputes arising from these Terms of Use:
– You agree to attempt good-faith resolution by contacting us first
– If unresolved, disputes shall be subject to the laws of the United States where applicable
– You consent to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts located in the United States for non-EU residents
– EU residents retain the right to pursue claims in their local courts as provided by GDPR and applicable consumer protection laws
18. SEVERABILITY
If any provision of these Terms of Use is found to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable, that provision shall be modified to the minimum extent necessary to make it valid, or if that is not possible, the provision shall be severed.
The remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.
19. ENTIRE AGREEMENT
These Terms of Use and the Privacy Policy constitute the entire agreement between you and The Olive Feeling regarding your use of the website and supersede all prior negotiations, representations, and agreements.
20. CONTACT INFORMATION
If you have any questions, concerns, or disputes regarding these Terms of Use, please contact us:
Email: hello@olivefeeling.com
For legal inquiries, please clearly indicate this in your subject line.
We will make reasonable efforts to respond to your inquiry within 30 days.