The rules for using this site, in writing.

Acceptance of terms

These Terms of Use (“Terms”) govern your access to and use of the website located at essentialoilsindex.com (the “Site”), operated by Essential Oils Index (“we,” “us,” or “our”). By accessing or using the Site, you agree to be bound by these Terms and our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated by reference.

If you do not agree to these Terms, you may not access or use the Site. We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time, and your continued use of the Site after such modifications constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms.

Description of the service

Essential Oils Index is an independent editorial and review website providing information, comparisons, reviews, and educational content related to essential oils, essential oil brands, and related products. The Site is provided free of charge to readers and is supported through display advertising and affiliate commissions, as disclosed on our Affiliate Disclosure page.

We are not a retailer, distributor, or seller of essential oils or related products. We do not handle transactions, inventory, shipping, or customer service for any products mentioned on the Site. When you purchase products through links on our Site, you are entering into a transaction directly with the third-party seller, and that seller’s terms apply to the transaction.

Eligibility and access

The Site is intended for users who are at least 18 years old or who have reached the age of majority in their jurisdiction. By using the Site, you represent and warrant that you meet this age requirement and that you have the legal capacity to enter into these Terms.

If you are accessing the Site on behalf of a business or other entity, you represent that you have the authority to bind that entity to these Terms, and “you” refers to that entity.

We reserve the right to refuse, restrict, or terminate access to the Site, in whole or in part, at our sole discretion, with or without notice, for any reason or no reason.

Our content and intellectual property

All content on the Site, including text, articles, reviews, graphics, logos, images, photographs, audio, video, layouts, and the compilation and arrangement thereof (collectively, “Content”), is owned by Essential Oils Index, our licensors, or our content contributors, and is protected by United States and international copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

Subject to your compliance with these Terms, we grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to access and use the Site for personal, non-commercial purposes. This license does not include any right to:

• Reproduce, distribute, modify, or create derivative works from the Content beyond fair use
• Sell, rent, lease, or sublicense the Content
• Use the Content for commercial purposes without our written permission
• Use automated systems, including but not limited to robots, scrapers, or spiders, to access, monitor, or copy the Site
• Frame, mirror, or otherwise duplicate any portion of the Site
• Use the Content to train artificial intelligence or machine learning models without our express written permission

Quotations of brief excerpts for editorial, educational, or commentary purposes are permitted with proper attribution to “Essential Oils Index” and a link to the original article. For longer excerpts, syndication, or commercial use, contact us for permission.

“Essential Oils Index” and our logo are trademarks of Essential Oils Index. All other trademarks, service marks, and trade names mentioned on the Site are the property of their respective owners.

User conduct and restrictions

When using the Site, you agree not to:

• Use the Site for any unlawful purpose or in violation of any applicable law or regulation
• Impersonate any person or entity or misrepresent your affiliation with any person or entity
• Interfere with, disrupt, or attempt to gain unauthorized access to the Site, its servers, or networks connected to the Site
• Introduce viruses, malware, or other harmful code to the Site
• Use the Site to harass, abuse, threaten, defame, or otherwise infringe the rights of others
• Collect or harvest information about other users without their consent
• Engage in any activity that places excessive load on our infrastructure
• Bypass measures we use to prevent or restrict access to the Site
• Use the Site for competitive intelligence or to develop a competing service
• Remove, alter, or obscure any copyright, trademark, or other proprietary notices

We reserve the right to investigate and take appropriate action against anyone who, in our sole discretion, violates these provisions, including removing offending content, suspending or terminating access, and reporting violators to law enforcement authorities.

User submissions and comments

The Site may allow you to submit content, including comments on articles, feedback, suggestions, questions, and other communications (collectively, “Submissions”). By making a Submission, you represent that:

• You own or have all necessary rights to the Submission
• The Submission does not infringe any third party’s intellectual property, privacy, or other rights
• The Submission does not contain unlawful, threatening, defamatory, obscene, or otherwise objectionable content
• The Submission does not contain confidential information you are not authorized to disclose

By making a Submission, you grant Essential Oils Index a perpetual, worldwide, royalty-free, non-exclusive license to use, reproduce, modify, adapt, publish, translate, distribute, and display the Submission in any media for any lawful purpose related to the Site, including promoting and improving the Site.

We reserve the right, but have no obligation, to monitor, edit, or remove Submissions at any time, for any reason, without notice. We are not responsible for the content of any Submission.

Third-party links and content

The Site contains links to third-party websites, services, and resources that are not owned or controlled by Essential Oils Index. We provide these links for your convenience and reference only. We do not endorse, monitor, or control any third-party content, and we are not responsible for:

• The availability, accuracy, or reliability of third-party websites or content
• Any products, services, or information offered through third-party websites
• The privacy practices or terms of service of third-party websites
• Any loss or damage you may incur from interactions with third-party websites

When you click a link to a third-party website, you leave the Site and access content governed by the third party’s terms and policies. We strongly encourage you to read the terms and privacy policies of any third-party website you visit.

Affiliate links and purchases

The Site contains affiliate links to products and services offered by third parties. When you click an affiliate link and make a purchase, we may earn a commission at no additional cost to you. The price you pay is the same whether you reach the seller through our affiliate link or directly.

Purchases made through affiliate links are transactions between you and the third-party seller. We are not a party to these transactions and have no responsibility for:

• Order processing, payment, shipping, or delivery
• Product quality, defects, or fitness for any purpose
• Customer service, returns, refunds, or warranty claims
• Any disputes between you and the third-party seller

For complete details on our affiliate relationships, see our Affiliate Disclosure.

Disclaimers and no warranties

We do not warrant that:

• The Site will meet your specific requirements
• The Site will be uninterrupted, timely, secure, or error-free
• The results obtained from using the Site will be accurate or reliable
• Any errors in the Site will be corrected

Information on the Site is provided for general informational and educational purposes only. We make no warranties or representations about the accuracy, completeness, currency, or reliability of any information on the Site, and any reliance you place on such information is strictly at your own risk.

No medical or professional advice

Content on the Site is for informational and educational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. We do not provide medical advice, and information on the Site should not be used to diagnose or treat any health problem, condition, or disease.

Statements about essential oils on the Site have not been evaluated by the United States Food and Drug Administration. Essential oils mentioned on the Site are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

Always consult a qualified healthcare provider before using essential oils, especially if you are pregnant or nursing, treating a child, have a medical condition, take medications, or have a pet that might be affected. Reliance on any information on the Site is solely at your own risk.

For additional information, see our Medical Disclaimer.

Limitation of liability

This limitation applies regardless of the legal theory on which the claim is based, including contract, tort, negligence, strict liability, or otherwise.

In jurisdictions that do not allow the exclusion or limitation of certain damages, our liability shall be limited to the maximum extent permitted by law.

Without limiting the foregoing, our total aggregate liability to you for all claims arising out of or relating to these Terms or your use of the Site shall not exceed one hundred United States dollars (USD $100).

Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Essential Oils Index, its owners, employees, contractors, contributors, and affiliates from and against any and all claims, damages, losses, liabilities, costs, and expenses (including reasonable attorneys’ fees) arising out of or related to:

• Your access to or use of the Site
• Your violation of these Terms
• Your violation of any third-party right, including any intellectual property, privacy, or publicity right
• Any Submission you make to the Site
• Your reliance on any information on the Site, including any decision made or action taken based on such information

We reserve the right, at our own expense, to assume exclusive defense and control of any matter subject to indemnification by you, in which case you agree to cooperate with our defense.

Termination and suspension

We may suspend or terminate your access to the Site at any time, with or without cause, with or without notice, and without liability to you. Reasons for termination may include, but are not limited to:

• Violation of these Terms
• Violation of applicable law
• Activity that we determine is harmful to the Site, our users, or third parties
• Inactivity or at our sole discretion

Upon termination, all provisions of these Terms that by their nature should survive termination shall survive, including ownership provisions, warranty disclaimers, indemnification, and limitations of liability.

Governing law and venue

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Utah, United States, without regard to its conflict of laws principles.

Subject to the dispute resolution provisions below, you agree that any legal action or proceeding arising out of or related to these Terms or your use of the Site shall be brought exclusively in the state or federal courts located in CONFIRM your county — likely Utah County or Salt Lake County, Utah, United States. You consent to the personal jurisdiction of and venue in such courts and waive any objection based on inconvenient forum.

Dispute resolution

Informal resolution first

Before filing any formal legal action, you agree to first attempt to resolve any dispute informally by contacting us at the address below. We will attempt to resolve the dispute through good-faith negotiation within thirty (30) days of receiving notice of the dispute.

Binding arbitration

OPTIONAL — Remove if you do not want a mandatory arbitration clause. Arbitration clauses are increasingly scrutinized and may not be appropriate for all situations. Consider attorney review of this section specifically.

If informal resolution fails, any dispute arising out of or related to these Terms or your use of the Site shall be resolved through binding arbitration administered by the American Arbitration Association under its Commercial Arbitration Rules. The arbitration shall be conducted in Utah, in English, by a single arbitrator. Judgment on the arbitration award may be entered in any court with jurisdiction.

Class action waiver

You agree that any dispute shall be brought in your individual capacity and not as a plaintiff or class member in any purported class or representative proceeding. The arbitrator may not consolidate more than one person’s claims and may not preside over any form of representative or class proceeding.

Exceptions

The arbitration requirement does not apply to claims for injunctive relief to protect intellectual property rights or to claims that may be brought in small claims court.

Changes to these terms

We may revise these Terms from time to time. When we make material changes, we will:

• Update the “Last updated” date at the top of these Terms
• Post a notice on the Site or in a prominent location
• For significant changes, provide additional notice such as an email to active subscribers

Your continued use of the Site after changes take effect constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms. If you do not agree to the updated Terms, you must stop using the Site.

Severability and entire agreement

If any provision of these Terms is found by a court of competent jurisdiction to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable, that provision shall be limited or eliminated to the minimum extent necessary, and the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.

Our failure to enforce any right or provision of these Terms shall not constitute a waiver of that right or provision.

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy, Affiliate Disclosure, and Medical Disclaimer, constitute the entire agreement between you and Essential Oils Index regarding your use of the Site and supersede any prior agreements or understandings.

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

Contact information

If you have questions or concerns about these Terms, please contact us at:

Essential Oils Index
Email: legal@essentialoilsindex.com CONFIRM email exists or change to your contact email
Website: essentialoilsindex.com/contact-us

For legal notices or service of process, please use the email address above and include “Legal Notice” in the subject line.