Terms of Service
Welcome to Bugnook. By accessing or using bugnook.com, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service ("Terms"). Please read them carefully. If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use our site.
1. Who we are
Bugnook is an independent content website providing care guides and gear reviews for invertebrate pet keepers. We are not a veterinary practice, licensed pet retailer, or academic institution. References to "Bugnook", "we", "us", or "our" mean the operator of bugnook.com.
2. Eligibility
By using this site, you represent that you are at least 13 years of age (or 16 in jurisdictions where a higher age applies for digital services). If you are under the applicable age, please do not use this site.
3. Content is for informational purposes only
All content on Bugnook (including care guides, species profiles, and gear reviews) is provided for general informational and educational purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional veterinary advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
We do our best to ensure accuracy, but animal husbandry knowledge evolves and individual animals vary. Always consult a qualified exotic animal veterinarian for health concerns specific to your animal.
4. Accuracy and errors
We strive for accuracy but make no warranty that all information is complete, current, or error-free. If you find an error, please let us know. We correct mistakes promptly. Bugnook is not liable for decisions made based on information found on this site.
5. Affiliate links and advertising
Some links on Bugnook are affiliate links. We may earn a commission if you purchase through them, at no additional cost to you. Our editorial recommendations are based on hands-on experience and independent evaluation, not on compensation rates. See our Affiliate Disclosure for full details.
6. Intellectual property
All original content on Bugnook (text, images, graphics, and the site design) is owned by Bugnook and protected by applicable copyright law. You may:
- Read and use content for personal, non-commercial purposes
- Share links to our pages on social media or in other publications
- Quote brief excerpts (up to ~100 words) with clear attribution and a link back to the original page
You may not reproduce, republish, scrape, resell, or redistribute our content in bulk without our prior written permission. To request permission, email info@bugnook.com.
7. DMCA copyright notices
If you believe content on Bugnook infringes your copyright, please send a notice to info@bugnook.com containing: (1) a description of the copyrighted work; (2) the specific URL where the infringing material appears; (3) your contact information; and (4) a statement that you have a good-faith belief that use of the material is not authorized. We will review and respond to valid DMCA notices promptly.
8. User conduct
When using Bugnook (including any contact forms or future interactive features), you agree not to:
- Submit false, misleading, defamatory, or harmful information
- Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems or infrastructure
- Use automated tools (scrapers, bots) to collect content in bulk without permission
- Use our site in a way that violates applicable laws or regulations
- Send spam or unsolicited commercial messages through our contact forms
9. Third-party links
Bugnook links to third-party websites (product pages, scientific sources, affiliate retailers, etc.). We are not responsible for the content, accuracy, privacy practices, or reliability of external sites. Links do not constitute endorsement unless expressly stated.
10. Disclaimer of warranties
TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, BUGNOOK IS PROVIDED "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, NON-INFRINGEMENT, OR UNINTERRUPTED OR ERROR-FREE OPERATION.
11. Limitation of liability
TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, BUGNOOK 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 SITE OR ITS CONTENT (INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION LOSS OF DATA, INJURY TO ANIMALS IN YOUR CARE, OR FINANCIAL LOSS FROM PRODUCT PURCHASES) EVEN IF ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES.
In jurisdictions that do not allow exclusion of implied warranties or limitation of liability, our liability is limited to the maximum extent permitted by law.
12. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Bugnook and its operators from any claims, damages, or expenses (including reasonable legal fees) arising from your violation of these Terms or your use of the site.
13. Changes to these Terms
We may update these Terms from time to time. We will update the "Last updated" date when changes are made. Your continued use of the site after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the revised Terms. For material changes, we will provide more prominent notice.
14. Governing law and jurisdiction
These Terms are governed by the laws of the United States. [Update with your specific state/country before launch.] Any disputes shall be resolved in the courts of that jurisdiction. If you are accessing this site from outside the United States, you are responsible for compliance with local laws.
15. Severability
If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect. The invalid provision shall be modified to the minimum extent necessary to make it enforceable.
16. Entire agreement
These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy and Affiliate Disclosure, constitute the entire agreement between you and Bugnook regarding your use of the site and supersede any prior agreements.
17. Contact
Questions about these Terms? Contact us at info@bugnook.com or via our contact page.