Minichef Terms and Conditions
Effective Date: September 21, 2025
Last Updated: November 18, 2025
1. Acceptance of Terms
By downloading, installing, accessing, or using the Minichef mobile application (“App”), you agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions (“Terms”). If you do not agree to these Terms, do not use the App.
These Terms constitute a legally binding agreement between you (“User,” “you,” or “your”) and Bryan Huang (“Company,” “we,” “us,” or “our”), a company located in New York, NY.
2. Account Registration and Security
2.1 Account Creation
- Account registration is optional but required for certain features
- You may sign in using your Google or Apple account
- You must provide accurate, complete, and current information
- You must be at least 13 years old to create an account (parental consent required for users under 13)
2.2 Account Security
- You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials
- You are responsible for all activities that occur under your account
- You must notify us immediately at support@minichef.me of any unauthorized use
- We are not liable for any loss or damage from your failure to secure your account
2.3 Account Termination
- You may terminate your account at any time through the App settings
- We reserve the right to suspend or terminate accounts that violate these Terms
- Upon termination, your right to use the App will immediately cease
3. Subscriptions and Payment
3.1 Freemium Model
- Minichef offers both free and premium features
- Free features include basic recipe browsing and limited AI requests
- Premium features require a paid subscription
3.2 Premium Subscription Plans
Minichef offers the following auto-renewable subscription options:
- Monthly Plan: $9.99/month with a 3-day free trial
- Yearly Plan: $39.99/year with a 7-day free trial
Subscription prices are displayed in the App and subject to change with notice.
3.3 Payment Processing
- All payments are processed through Apple App Store or Google Play Store
- By purchasing a subscription, you agree to the payment terms of the applicable store
- We do not directly handle payment information
- You will be charged when the free trial expires unless you cancel before the trial period ends
3.4 Auto-Renewal and Billing
- Subscriptions automatically renew at the end of each billing period unless cancelled
- You authorize recurring charges to your App Store/Play Store account
- Cancellation must occur before renewal to avoid being charged for the next period
- Your App Store/Play Store account will be charged at the renewal date
How to Manage or Cancel Your Subscription:
- On Apple App Store: Open Settings > [Your Name] > Subscriptions > Select Minichef > Tap “Cancel Subscription”
- On Google Play: Open Google Play Store > Menu > Subscriptions > Select Minichef > Tap “Cancel Subscription”
Cancellation takes effect immediately, and you will retain access through the end of your current billing period.
3.5 Refunds
- Generally, no refunds are provided for partial subscription periods
- Accidental purchases or unwanted charges may be refunded if requested within 14 days through your App Store/Play Store account settings
- Refund decisions are made by Apple or Google at their discretion
- Contact us at support@minichef.me for assistance with refund requests
3.6 Free Trial Terms
- Free trials are available as specified above and are non-renewable
- Cancellation of the free trial must occur before expiration to avoid automatic subscription charges
- Failure to cancel will result in automatic subscription renewal at the standard price
- Free trial eligibility is limited to new users per App Store and Play Store policies
4. User Content and Conduct
4.1 User-Generated Content
By submitting, posting, or sharing content (including recipes, images, reviews, and comments), you:
- Grant us a worldwide, non-exclusive, royalty-free, perpetual license to use, reproduce, modify, adapt, publish, translate, distribute, and display such content
- Represent that you own or have necessary rights to the content
- Agree that your content does not violate any third-party rights
4.2 Prohibited Content
You agree not to submit content that:
- Infringes any copyright, trademark, or other intellectual property rights
- Contains false, misleading, or deceptive information
- Is unlawful, harmful, threatening, abusive, harassing, or defamatory
- Contains viruses, malware, or harmful code
- Violates any applicable laws or regulations
- Sexualizes minors in any way
4.3 Content Moderation
- We reserve the right to remove or modify any content at our discretion
- We are not obligated to monitor user content
- We are not responsible for user-generated content
4.4 Prohibited Conduct
You agree not to:
- Use the App for any illegal or unauthorized purpose
- Attempt to gain unauthorized access to the App or its systems
- Interfere with or disrupt the App’s operation
- Reverse engineer, decompile, or disassemble the App
- Use automated systems or bots to access the App
- Harvest or collect information about other users
- Impersonate any person or entity
5. Health and Safety Disclaimers
5.1 AI-Generated Content Warning
IMPORTANT: Recipes and nutritional information provided through Minichef may be generated or processed by artificial intelligence and online sources. This content:
- May contain errors, inaccuracies, or inconsistencies
- Should not be relied upon as the sole source for health or dietary decisions
- Must be independently verified for accuracy
- Is not a substitute for professional medical or nutritional advice
5.2 Allergy and Dietary Warnings
CRITICAL HEALTH WARNING:
- We do NOT guarantee the accuracy of allergen information
- AI-generated recipes may contain undisclosed allergens
- Cross-contamination risks are not assessed
- Users with allergies or dietary restrictions must independently verify all ingredients
- Never rely solely on App information for allergy or dietary safety
5.3 Food Safety
- We are not responsible for foodborne illness or injury
- Users must follow proper food safety practices
- Cooking temperatures and times are suggestions only
- Users assume all risks associated with food preparation
5.4 Medical Disclaimer
- Minichef is not intended to provide medical advice
- Nutritional information is estimated and may be inaccurate
- Consult healthcare professionals for dietary or health concerns
- We are not liable for health issues arising from App use
6. Intellectual Property
6.1 App Ownership
- The App and its original content, features, and functionality are owned by Bryan Huang
- The App is protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws
- Our trademarks and trade dress may not be used without written permission
6.2 User License
We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to:
- Download and use the App on your personal devices
- Access and use App features according to these Terms
- This license does not include rights to resell or commercial use
6.3 Third-Party Content
- Some content may be sourced from third parties
- Third-party content remains the property of respective owners
- We do not warrant the accuracy or reliability of third-party content
7. Account Deletion and Data Removal
7.1 User-Initiated Deletion
- You can delete your account at any time through App settings
- Account deletion is PERMANENT and IRREVERSIBLE
- All associated data, including recipes, preferences, and history, will be permanently deleted from our servers within 30 days
7.2 Data Recovery
- We CANNOT recover deleted accounts or data
- You are responsible for backing up any content you wish to retain
- Consider exporting important recipes before account deletion
7.3 Subscription Impact
- Deleting your account cancels any active subscriptions
- No refunds will be provided for remaining subscription periods
- You will lose access to all premium features immediately
- Manage your subscription separately through App Store/Play Store settings to avoid future charges
8. Disclaimers and Limitations of Liability
8.1 “As Is” Provision
THE APP IS PROVIDED “AS IS” AND “AS AVAILABLE” WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, AND NON-INFRINGEMENT.
8.2 No Warranty
WE DO NOT WARRANT THAT:
- The App will be uninterrupted, secure, or error-free
- Defects will be corrected
- The App is free of viruses or harmful components
- Results from App use will be accurate or reliable
8.3 Limitation of Liability
TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW:
- Bryan Huang SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES
- Bryan Huang SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY LOSS OF PROFITS, DATA, USE, OR GOODWILL
- Bryan Huang’S TOTAL LIABILITY SHALL NOT EXCEED THE AMOUNT YOU PAID FOR THE APP IN THE PAST TWELVE MONTHS
8.4 Specific Disclaimers
WE ARE NOT LIABLE FOR:
- Health issues, allergic reactions, or foodborne illness
- Injuries from following recipes or cooking instructions
- Inaccurate nutritional or allergen information
- Reliance on AI-generated content
- Loss of user-generated content
- Third-party service interruptions
9. Indemnification
You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless Bryan Huang, its officers, directors, employees, agents, and affiliates from and against any claims, damages, obligations, losses, liabilities, costs, or expenses arising from:
- Your use of the App
- Your violation of these Terms
- Your violation of any third-party rights
- Your content or conduct
- Any harm caused by your reliance on App content
10. Dispute Resolution
10.1 Governing Law
These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of New York, without regard to conflict of law principles.
10.2 Jurisdiction
Any disputes arising from these Terms or the App shall be resolved exclusively in the state or federal courts located in New York County, New York. You consent to personal jurisdiction in these courts.
10.3 No Class Actions
You agree to bring claims against Bryan Huang only in your individual capacity and not as part of any class action or representative proceeding.
10.4 Time Limitation
Any claim arising from these Terms or the App must be brought within one year after the claim arose.
11. Modifications to Terms
11.1 Right to Modify
We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time at our sole discretion.
11.2 Notice of Changes
We will notify you of material changes by:
- Posting updated Terms in the App
- Updating the “Last Updated” date
- Sending notification through the App
11.3 Acceptance of Changes
Your continued use of the App after changes constitutes acceptance of the modified Terms. If you do not agree to the changes, you must stop using the App.
12. General Provisions
12.1 Entire Agreement
These Terms constitute the entire agreement between you and Bryan Huang regarding the App and supersede all prior agreements.
12.2 Severability
If any provision of these Terms is found invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions will remain in effect.
12.3 Waiver
Our failure to enforce any provision of these Terms shall not constitute a waiver of that provision or any other provision.
12.4 Assignment
You may not assign or transfer these Terms. We may assign our rights and obligations without restriction.
12.5 Force Majeure
We are not liable for any delay or failure to perform due to causes beyond our reasonable control.
12.6 Survival
Provisions that by their nature should survive termination of these Terms shall survive, including but not limited to ownership provisions, warranty disclaimers, indemnity, and limitations of liability.
13. Privacy
For information about how we collect, use, and protect your data, please review our Privacy Policy at: Privacy Policy
For questions, concerns, or complaints regarding these Terms or the App, please contact us at:
Bryan Huang
New York, NY
Email: support@minichef.me
For technical support, subscription issues, or account problems, please include relevant details in your communication.
15.1 Apple App Store
If you download the App from Apple App Store, you acknowledge that:
- These Terms are between you and Bryan Huang, not Apple
- Apple has no obligation to provide maintenance or support services
- Apple is not responsible for any product liability claims
- Apple and its subsidiaries are third-party beneficiaries of these Terms
- You may cancel subscriptions through your Apple App Store account settings
15.2 Google Play Store
If you download the App from Google Play Store, you acknowledge that:
- These Terms are between you and Bryan Huang, not Google
- Your use must comply with Google Play Terms of Service
- Google bears no responsibility for the App
- You may cancel subscriptions through your Google Play account settings
By using Minichef, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions.