Legal Terms

Terms of Service

Last Updated: November 18, 2025

Important Points

  • This is an educational tool, not medical or dietary advice
  • Product information may change; always verify with product packaging
  • Use of this service is at your own risk
  • You must be 13 or older to use Supermarket Puzzle

1. Acceptance of Terms

Welcome to Supermarket Puzzle. By accessing or using our website, game, and services (collectively, the "Service"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service ("Terms"). If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use our Service.

These Terms constitute a legally binding agreement between you and Supermarket Puzzle ("we," "us," or "our"). We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. Your continued use of the Service after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms.

2. Description of Service

Supermarket Puzzle is an educational platform that provides:

  • An interactive grocery shopping game
  • NOVA food processing classifications for grocery products
  • Ingredient analysis and nutritional information
  • Educational content about food processing and nutrition
  • Product comparison and recommendation features

Important: The Service is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not intended as medical, nutritional, or dietary advice.

3. Educational Disclaimer

PLEASE READ THIS SECTION CAREFULLY

The information provided by Supermarket Puzzle, including NOVA scores, ingredient analysis, nutritional data, and product recommendations, is for educational purposes only. This information:

  • Is NOT medical advice and should not replace consultation with qualified healthcare professionals
  • Is NOT dietary advice and should not be used as the sole basis for dietary decisions
  • Does NOT diagnose, treat, or cure any medical condition or disease
  • Should NOT be relied upon as a substitute for professional nutritional counseling

Always consult with a physician, registered dietitian, or qualified healthcare provider before making changes to your diet, especially if you have allergies, dietary restrictions, medical conditions, or are taking medications.

4. Data Accuracy and Limitations

While we strive to provide accurate and up-to-date information, we make no warranties or representations about:

  • The accuracy, completeness, or reliability of product information
  • The availability or current formulation of products
  • Product prices, which may vary by location and time
  • NOVA classifications, which are algorithmically generated

Always verify product information, ingredients, allergens, and nutritional facts on actual product packaging before purchase or consumption.

Manufacturers may change product formulations without notice. We are not responsible for discrepancies between our database and current product specifications.

5. User Eligibility

You must be at least 13 years old to use Supermarket Puzzle. By using the Service, you represent and warrant that:

  • You are at least 13 years of age
  • You have the legal capacity to enter into these Terms
  • You will use the Service in compliance with these Terms and all applicable laws
  • All information you provide is accurate and current

If you are under 18, you should review these Terms with a parent or guardian.

6. Acceptable Use

You agree NOT to:

  • Use the Service for any illegal purpose or in violation of any laws
  • Scrape, copy, or download large amounts of data from the Service
  • Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems or networks
  • Interfere with or disrupt the Service or servers
  • Impersonate any person or entity
  • Transmit viruses, malware, or harmful code
  • Use automated systems (bots, scrapers) without our permission
  • Remove or modify any copyright, trademark, or proprietary notices
  • Use the Service in any way that could harm users or the public

We reserve the right to terminate or suspend your access to the Service for violation of these Terms.

7. Intellectual Property

The Service and its original content, features, and functionality are owned by Supermarket Puzzle and are protected by international copyright, trademark, patent, trade secret, and other intellectual property laws.

You may not copy, modify, distribute, sell, or lease any part of our Service without our express written permission. Product images, brand names, and trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

8. Third-Party Content and Links

Our Service may contain links to third-party websites, products, or services. We do not endorse or assume responsibility for third-party content, privacy policies, or practices.

Product information is sourced from retailer websites and product packaging. Brand names, logos, and trademarks are the property of their respective owners. We are not affiliated with or endorsed by any food manufacturers or retailers featured on our platform.

9. Limitation of Liability

IMPORTANT LEGAL INFORMATION

TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, SUPERMARKET PUZZLE SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, OR ANY LOSS OF PROFITS OR REVENUES, WHETHER INCURRED DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY, OR ANY LOSS OF DATA, USE, GOODWILL, OR OTHER INTANGIBLE LOSSES RESULTING FROM:

  • Your use or inability to use the Service
  • Any conduct or content of third parties on the Service
  • Unauthorized access to or alteration of your data
  • Errors or inaccuracies in product information
  • Dietary decisions made based on information from the Service
  • Allergic reactions or health issues related to products

IN NO EVENT SHALL OUR TOTAL LIABILITY EXCEED THE AMOUNT YOU PAID TO US IN THE LAST 12 MONTHS, OR $100, WHICHEVER IS LESS.

10. Warranty Disclaimer

THE SERVICE IS PROVIDED "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, NON-INFRINGEMENT, OR COURSE OF PERFORMANCE.

We do not warrant that the Service will be uninterrupted, secure, or error-free, or that defects will be corrected.

11. Indemnification

You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless Supermarket Puzzle and its officers, directors, employees, and agents from any claims, damages, obligations, losses, liabilities, costs, or expenses arising from:

  • Your use of the Service
  • Your violation of these Terms
  • Your violation of any third-party rights
  • Any dietary or health decisions made using information from the Service

12. Governing Law and Disputes

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the United States, without regard to conflict of law provisions.

Any disputes arising from these Terms or the Service shall be resolved through binding arbitration in accordance with the rules of the American Arbitration Association. You waive the right to participate in class actions or class arbitrations.

13. Changes to Service and Terms

We reserve the right to modify or discontinue the Service at any time, with or without notice. We shall not be liable to you or any third party for any modification, suspension, or discontinuance of the Service.

We may update these Terms from time to time. Material changes will be announced via email or prominent notice on our website. Your continued use after such changes constitutes acceptance of the new Terms.

14. Severability and Entire Agreement

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

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy and Cookie Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and Supermarket Puzzle regarding the Service.

15. Contact Information

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