Terms & Conditions

Last Updated February 14, 2026

These Terms & Conditions govern your access to and use of Life on Spirit Hill, located at [https://lifeonspirithill.com], including all blog posts, recipes, guides, images, comments, and any related content or services. The Site is owned and operated by me personally. By accessing, browsing, or using the Site in any way, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree, please do not use the Site.

1. Use of the Site

You may use the Site for personal, non-commercial purposes only, such as reading homestead tips, sustainable living advice, self-sufficiency guides, seasonal recipes, and related content. You agree not to:

  • Copy, reproduce, distribute, modify, create derivative works from, publicly display, or commercially exploit any part of the Site without my prior written permission (except for fair use under copyright law, like brief quotes with attribution and a link back).

  • Use the Site for any unlawful purpose or in violation of these Terms.

  • Post or transmit any harmful, abusive, defamatory, obscene, or otherwise objectionable content.

  • Attempt to interfere with the Site's operation, security, or integrity (e.g., hacking, viruses, or excessive automated requests).

  • Harvest or collect personal information about other users.

2. User-Generated Content (Comments and Submissions)

If the Site allows comments, contact forms, or other submissions (e.g., questions or feedback), you grant me a non-exclusive, royalty-free, perpetual, worldwide license to use, reproduce, modify, adapt, publish, translate, distribute, and display that content in connection with the Site or my promotion of it.You represent that any content you submit is your own or you have the right to share it, and it does not infringe third-party rights. I reserve the right (but have no obligation) to monitor, edit, or remove any user content at my sole discretion, especially if it violates these Terms.

3. Intellectual Property

All content on the Site—including text, photos, recipes, graphics, logos, and homestead advice—is my original work or licensed to me and protected by copyright, trademark, and other laws. You may not use it without permission except for personal, non-commercial viewing or as allowed under fair use.

4. Affiliate Links and Recommendations

The Site contains affiliate links (e.g., to Amazon, Etsy, Wayfair, and others). If you click an affiliate link and make a purchase, I may earn a commission at no extra cost to you. For full details, see my Affiliate Disclosure (/affiliate-disclosure) (linked in the footer).All recommendations are based on my personal experience, research, or use on my homestead. They are for informational and inspirational purposes only—not professional advice.

5. Disclaimers and Limitation of Liability

The Site and all content are provided "as is" and "as available" without warranties of any kind, express or implied (including accuracy, completeness, or fitness for a particular purpose).I am not liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising from your use of the Site, even if advised of the possibility. My total liability shall not exceed $100 or the amount you paid me (if any).This includes (but is not limited to) reliance on homestead tips, recipes, gardening advice, self-sufficiency projects, or sustainable practices—always verify with qualified experts (e.g., extension services, professionals) for your situation, especially regarding food safety, health, land use, or animal care.

6. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold me harmless from any claims, losses, liabilities, damages, costs, or expenses (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising from your use of the Site, violation of these Terms, or infringement of third-party rights.

7. Changes to the Site or Terms

I may update, modify, or discontinue any part of the Site at any time without notice. I may also revise these Terms—changes will be posted here with an updated "Last updated" date. Continued use after changes means you accept them.

8. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution

These Terms are governed by the laws of the United States and the state of [your state, e.g., your home state if known; otherwise leave as "the state where the Site owner resides"]. Any disputes shall be resolved exclusively in the courts of [your county/state].

9. Severability and Waiver

If any part of these Terms is invalid or unenforceable, the remaining parts remain in effect. My failure to enforce any right does not waive it.

10. Contact

For questions about these Terms, contact me at carey@lifeonspirithill.com.

Thank you for visiting Life on Spirit Hill and joining the journey toward homestead living, sustainable practices, and self-sufficiency!

Life on Spirit Hill
Carey