Terms of Service, Disclaimer & Privacy Policy

Last updated: July 28, 2025

Welcome to Dishes & Discourse — a personal blog sharing reflections, resources, and real-life experiences. By using this website, you agree to the following terms and understand the disclaimer and privacy practices described below. If you do not agree with any part of this page, please do not use the site.

 Terms of Service

Content & Intellectual Property

All original content on this blog — including writing, images, and other materials — is the property of the site owner unless otherwise credited. You are welcome to share links and brief excerpts (with credit), but full reproduction or republication without written permission is not allowed.

Use of Site

You agree to use this site for lawful purposes only. You may not use this blog to post or distribute spam, spread malware, or harm or harass others.

Links to Other Sites

This blog occasionally links to third-party websites and embeds content (such as videos from YouTube or TikTok). I am not responsible for the content, security, or privacy practices of those external sites.

Community Engagement

Thoughtful conversation is welcome. I reserve the right to moderate or remove any comment that is abusive, offensive, spammy, or off-topic. Let’s keep this space respectful.

Changes to the Blog

I reserve the right to update, change, or remove any part of the blog at any time, including posts, features, or this terms page.

 Disclaimer

No Professional Advice

All content on this blog is for informational and personal purposes only. I am not a licensed professional. Nothing on this site should be considered medical, legal, financial, or mental health advice. Please consult a qualified expert for any decisions related to those areas.

Accuracy of Information

I strive to provide accurate and up-to-date content, but I make no guarantees about completeness, correctness, or reliability. Mistakes or outdated info may occur.

Personal Views

The opinions shared here are my own. They do not represent any employer, organization, or broader group I may be connected to.

Affiliate & Sponsorship Disclosure

At this time, I do not run ads or receive payment for links or products. If that ever changes, I will update this page and disclose all sponsorships clearly within relevant posts.

 Privacy Policy

Email Subscriptions

If you sign up for my email list, your email address will only be used to send blog updates or relevant communication from me. I will not sell, rent, or share your email address with third parties.

You can unsubscribe at any time by clicking the link at the bottom of any email.

What Data I Collect

  • Voluntarily provided: Your name and email (if you subscribe or leave a comment)
  • Automatically collected: Basic anonymous data like IP address, browser type, and page views (via standard blog analytics tools)

Cookies

This site may use cookies to improve user experience (like remembering your preferences or counting page visits). You can turn off cookies in your browser settings if you prefer not to use them.

Children’s Privacy

This blog is not directed at children under the age of 13. I do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have rights under data protection laws like the GDPR or CCPA — such as the right to access or delete your personal data. If you have any questions or would like to make a request, please contact me.

 Contact

If you have questions about these terms, the blog, or your privacy, please reach out to me directly at disheddiscourse@gmail.com.

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