Terms of Service

2. Age Requirement

You must be at least 18 years of age (or the legal drinking age in your jurisdiction) to use this Service. By using Cork, you represent and warrant that you meet this age requirement.

We verify your age during account creation. Providing false information about your age is a violation of these terms and may result in immediate account termination.

3. Description of Service

Cork provides personalized wine recommendations based on your preferences, food pairings, and taste descriptions. The Service includes:

• AI-powered wine recommendations
• Personal wine cellar management
• Profile and preference management
• Wine journey insights and statistics

We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue the Service at any time without notice.

4. User Accounts

4.1 Account Creation

You must create an account using Google OAuth to access the Service. You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials.

4.2 Account Accuracy

You agree to provide accurate, current, and complete information during registration and to update such information to keep it accurate, current, and complete.

4.3 Account Termination

You may delete your account at any time through your profile settings. We reserve the right to terminate or suspend accounts that violate these terms.

5. Acceptable Use

You agree NOT to:

• Use the Service for any illegal purpose or in violation of any laws
• Violate age restrictions or provide false age information
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to the Service or other users' accounts
• Interfere with or disrupt the Service or servers
• Use automated systems (bots, scrapers) to access the Service
• Impersonate any person or entity
• Transmit viruses, malware, or harmful code
• Collect or harvest personal information about other users

6. Recommendations Disclaimer

Important: Wine recommendations provided by Cork are for informational purposes only and should not be considered professional advice.

• Recommendations are AI-generated and may not always be accurate
• We do not guarantee wine availability or pricing
• Individual taste preferences vary; recommendations may not suit everyone
• Always drink responsibly and in moderation
• Consult a healthcare professional regarding alcohol consumption if you have health concerns

7. Intellectual Property

7.1 Our Property

The Service, including all content, features, and functionality, is owned by Cork and is protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

7.2 Your Content

You retain ownership of any content you provide (food descriptions, taste preferences, etc.). By submitting content, you grant us a license to use it to provide and improve the Service.

8. Privacy

Your use of the Service is also governed by our Privacy Policy. Please review it to understand how we collect, use, and protect your information.

9. Third-Party Services

The Service may integrate with third-party services (e.g., Google OAuth, OpenAI). We are not responsible for the content, policies, or practices of any third-party services.

10. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law:

• Cork is provided “as is” without warranties of any kind
• We do not warrant that the Service will be uninterrupted, error-free, or secure
• We are not liable for any indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages
• Our total liability to you for any claims arising from the Service is limited to the amount you paid us in the past 12 months (or AUD $100, whichever is greater)

11. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Cork and its affiliates from any claims, damages, losses, liabilities, and expenses (including legal fees) arising from:

• Your use of the Service
• Your violation of these Terms
• Your violation of any rights of another party

12. Dispute Resolution

12.1 Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of Australia. Any disputes will be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of [Your State/Territory].

12.2 Informal Resolution

Before filing a claim, you agree to contact us to attempt to resolve the dispute informally. We'll work in good faith to resolve any issues.

13. Responsible Drinking

Cork promotes responsible alcohol consumption. Please:

• Drink in moderation and know your limits
• Never drink and drive
• Follow local laws regarding alcohol consumption
• Seek help if you have concerns about alcohol dependency

For support with alcohol-related issues in Australia, contact the National Alcohol and Other Drug Hotline: 1800 250 015.

14. Changes to Terms

We may modify these Terms at any time. We will notify you of material changes by updating the “Last updated” date and, where appropriate, providing additional notice. Your continued use of the Service after changes constitutes acceptance of the new Terms.

15. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable, the remaining provisions will remain in full force and effect.

16. Contact Information

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