Terms and Conditions

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using MatchaFinder (the "Service"), you agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions ("Terms"). If you do not agree with any part of these Terms, you may not use the Service.

2. Description of Service

MatchaFinder is an informational website that helps users discover matcha cafés, tea houses, and specialty shops. The Service provides location-based search results, educational content about matcha, and related articles. We do not sell products or process payments.

3. Accuracy of Information

We strive to provide accurate and up-to-date information about matcha venues, including addresses, opening hours, and descriptions. However, we cannot guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or timeliness of any information displayed. Business details such as hours and availability may change without notice. We recommend verifying information directly with the venue before visiting.

4. Use of the Service

You agree to use MatchaFinder only for lawful purposes and in a manner that does not infringe the rights of others. You must not:

• Use the Service for any unlawful or fraudulent purpose
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any part of the Service or its underlying infrastructure
• Scrape, crawl, or systematically extract data from the Service without our prior written consent
• Transmit any harmful, offensive, or disruptive content through the Service
• Interfere with the proper functioning of the Service or servers

5. Intellectual Property

All original content on MatchaFinder — including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, and the overall design — is the property of MatchaFinder and is protected by applicable intellectual property laws. You may not reproduce, distribute, or create derivative works from our content without express written permission.

6. Third-Party Content and Links

The Service may display information sourced from third parties or link to external websites. We do not endorse and are not responsible for the content, accuracy, or practices of any third-party sites or services. Accessing third-party links is at your own risk.

7. Location Services

Certain features of the Service use your device's location to provide relevant search results. Granting location access is optional and at your discretion. We handle location data as described in our Privacy Policy.

8. Disclaimer of Warranties

THE SERVICE IS PROVIDED "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, OR NON-INFRINGEMENT. WE DO NOT WARRANT THAT THE SERVICE WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED, ERROR-FREE, OR FREE OF HARMFUL COMPONENTS.

9. Limitation of Liability

TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, MATCHAFINDER AND ITS OPERATORS SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES ARISING FROM YOUR USE OF OR INABILITY TO USE THE SERVICE, EVEN IF WE HAVE BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. OUR TOTAL LIABILITY FOR ANY CLAIM ARISING FROM THESE TERMS OR YOUR USE OF THE SERVICE SHALL NOT EXCEED ONE U.S. DOLLAR ($1.00).

10. Health Information Disclaimer

Educational content on MatchaFinder regarding health benefits of matcha is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider before making changes to your diet, especially if you have a medical condition or are taking medication.

11. Changes to These Terms

We reserve the right to update these Terms at any time. Changes take effect when posted to this page, with the "Last updated" date revised accordingly. Your continued use of the Service after any changes constitutes your acceptance of the new Terms.

12. Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with applicable law. Any disputes arising under these Terms shall be resolved through good-faith negotiation, or if necessary, through binding arbitration or the courts of the applicable jurisdiction.

13. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable or invalid, that provision shall be modified to the minimum extent necessary to make it enforceable, and the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.