Terms of Service:
Our Agreement for a Refined Community
The Rooted & Refined Living Standard:
Privacy in the digital age should feel as secure as your own front door. I personally oversee our data protocols to ensure that while we share inspiration, we never compromise your personal safety.
- Steve Fiore
Last Updated: December 23, 2025
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Welcome to Rooted and Refined Living ("we," "us," or "our"). By accessing or using our website at www.rootedandrefinedliving.com (the "Site"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service ("Terms"). If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use our Site.
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1. Acceptance of Terms
By accessing and using this Site, you accept and agree to be bound by the terms and provision of this agreement. These Terms apply to all visitors, users, and others who access or use the Site.
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2. Use of the Site
2.1 Permitted Use
You may use our Site for personal, non-commercial purposes to read our content, engage with our community, and learn about products and experiences we recommend.
2.2 Prohibited Use
You agree not to:
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Use the Site for any unlawful purpose or in violation of these Terms.
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Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any portion of the Site.
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Use automated systems (bots, scrapers) to access the Site without our express written permission.
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Copy, reproduce, or distribute our content without proper attribution.
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Post or transmit any harmful, threatening, abusive, or defamatory content.
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Impersonate any person or entity or misrepresent your affiliation with any person or entity.
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3. Intellectual Property Rights
3.1 Our Content
All content on this Site, including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, images, photographs, and blog posts, is the property of Rooted and Refined Living or its content creators and is protected by United States and international copyright laws.
3.2 AI Disclosure
We may occasionally utilize artificial intelligence tools for research or creative assistance; however, all published content is reviewed, edited, and curated by our human team to ensure it aligns with our brand values and personal experiences.
3.3 Limited License
We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to access and use the Site for personal purposes. You may share links to our content on social media with proper attribution.
3.4 Your Content
If you submit comments, feedback, or other content to our Site, you grant us a non-exclusive, royalty-free, perpetual, and worldwide license to use, modify, and display such content.
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4. Affiliate Relationships and Advertising
4.1 Affiliate Disclosure
Rooted and Refined Living participates in affiliate programs, including the Amazon Associates Program and other merchant affiliate programs. This means we may earn a commission when you click on or make purchases via affiliate links on our Site at no additional cost to you.
4.2 Third-Party Advertising
We may display advertisements from third-party ad networks, including Google AdSense. These networks may use cookies and other tracking technologies to deliver personalized ads. Please review our Privacy Policy for more information.
4.3 Product Recommendations
All product recommendations represent our genuine opinions. We do not accept payment for positive reviews. While we only recommend products we trust, your individual experience may vary, and we make no guarantees regarding product performance.
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5. Disclaimer of Warranties
5.1 "As Is" Basis
THE SITE AND ALL CONTENT, PRODUCTS, AND SERVICES ARE PROVIDED ON AN "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" BASIS WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED.
5.2 Professional Disclaimer
Content related to health, wellness, DIY, home improvement, or lifestyle changes is for informational purposes only and is not intended as professional, medical, or legal advice. Always consult with qualified professionals before making changes to your health regimen or performing home modifications.
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6. Limitation of Liability
TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, ROOTED AND REFINED LIVING SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, OR ANY LOSS OF PROFITS OR REVENUES, RESULTING FROM YOUR ACCESS TO OR USE OF THE SITE OR ANY CONTENT OBTAINED THEREFROM.
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7. External Links
Our Site may contain links to third-party websites not owned by Rooted and Refined Living. We assume no responsibility for the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party websites. Use of these links is at your own risk.
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8. Product Purchases
When you purchase products through affiliate links on our Site, you are purchasing from third-party merchants. We are not responsible for product quality, shipping, or returns. Any issues must be resolved directly with the merchant.
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9. User Comments and Interactions
We reserve the right to remove any user-generated content that we deem inappropriate, disrespectful, or promotional (spam) without notice.
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10. Accessibility
We are committed to making our content accessible to everyone. If you have difficulty accessing any portion of this Site, please contact us at the email provided below so we can assist you.
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11. Modifications to Terms
We may revise these Terms from time to time. The most current version will always be posted on this page with the "Last Updated" date. By continuing to use the Site, you agree to the updated Terms.
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12. Governing Law
These Terms shall be governed by the laws of the State of Massachusetts, United States. Any legal action arising under these Terms will be brought exclusively in the courts located in Massachusetts.
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13. Contact Information
If you have any questions about these Terms of Service, please contact us at:
Rooted and Refined Living
Email: steve@rootedandrefinedliving.com
Website: www.rootedandrefinedliving.com
