Terms of Use

Honest About Ingredients – Terms of Use

Effective Date: December 18, 2025

 

Acceptance of Terms of Use

These terms and conditions of use (the “Terms”) govern your use of our online interfaces and properties (e.g., website, mobile applications, and platforms) (collectively, the “Site”). Please read these Terms carefully before using this Site. The Site is owned or controlled by Transparency Initiative, LLC (“Transparency Initiative”). By accessing this Site in any way, including, without limitation, browsing this Site, using any information, and/or submitting information to Transparency Initiative, you agree to and are bound by the terms, conditions, policies and notices contained in the Terms. From time to time, we may update this Site and these Terms.  Your use of this Site after we post any changes to these Terms constitutes your agreement to those changes.

 

Eligibility

This Site is offered and available to users who are at least 18 years or older (or over the legal age of majority in your jurisdiction). By using this site, you represent and warrant that you meet all of the foregoing eligibility requirements. If you do not meet all of these requirements, you must not access or use the Site.

 

Privacy

Please consult our Privacy Policy for a description of our privacy practices and policies as relates to our website. Our Privacy Policy is a part of these Terms and you agree to our use and sharing of the information we collect about you as described in here and in our Privacy Policy.

 

Ownership of the Site

Content on this Site that is provided by Transparency Initiative and its affiliates, including certain graphics, photographs, images, screen shots, text, digitally downloadable files, trademarks, logos, product and program names, slogans, and the compilation of the foregoing (“Transparency Initiative Content”) is the property of Transparency Initiative and its licensors, and is protected in the U.S. and internationally under trademark, copyright, and other intellectual property laws.

 

You agree not to download, display or use any Transparency Initiative Content located on the Site for use in any publications, in public performances, on websites other than this Site for any other commercial purpose, in connection with products or services that are not those of Transparency Initiative, in any other manner that is likely to cause confusion among consumers, that disparages or discredits Transparency Initiative and/or its licensors, that dilutes the strength of Transparency Initiative’s or its licensor’s property, or that otherwise infringes Transparency Initiative’s or its licensors’ intellectual property rights. You further agree to in no other way misuse any Transparency Initiative Content or third-party Content that appears on this Site.

 

Site Access and Restrictions

The following requirements apply to your use of the Site: (a) you will not use any electronic communication feature of the Site for any purpose that is unlawful, tortious, abusive, intrusive on another’s privacy, harassing, libelous, defamatory, embarrassing, obscene, threatening, or hateful; (b) you will not, reproduce, or distribute any information, software, or other material protected by copyright or any other intellectual property right (as well as rights of publicity and privacy) without first obtaining the permission of the owner of such rights; (c) you will not use the Site for any commercial purpose not expressly approved by Transparency Initiative in writing; (d) you will not email, or otherwise transmit any advertising or promotional materials or any other form of solicitation or unauthorized communication.

 

You may not use any scraper, crawler, spider, robot or other automated means of any kind to access or copy data on the Site, deep-link to any feature or content on the Site.

 

Violations of system or network security may result in civil or criminal liability. Transparency Initiative will investigate occurrences that may involve such violations and may involve, and cooperate with, law enforcement authorities in prosecuting users who are involved in such violations. You agree not to use any device, software or routine to interfere or attempt to interfere with the proper working of this Site or any activity being conducted on this Site.

 

Mobile Application

The use of Transparency Initiative mobile application (“App”) requires use of a mobile device and wireless mobile data service, which must be obtained from your wireless carrier, and may require Internet access, which must be obtained from your service provider; you are responsible for obtaining and paying for such additional services and obtaining a suitable device, including without limitation all usage charges related thereto. You are required to send and receive, at your cost, electronic communications related to the App, including without limitation, administrative messages, service announcements, diagnostic data reports, and App updates, from Transparency Initiative, your mobile carrier or third-party service providers. If you do not have an unlimited wireless mobile data plan, you may incur additional charges from your wireless service provider in connection with your use of the App. You are solely responsible for obtaining any additional subscription or connectivity services or equipment necessary to access the App, including but not limited to payment of all third-party fees associated therewith, including fees or information sent to or through the App. Transparency Initiative does not warrant that the App will be compatible with your mobile device. If you download the App, we may send you special offers and messages. These in-App offers may have specific terms and conditions outlined in the offer. These in-App offers and in-App messages are integrated features of the App. If you do not wish to receive these in-App offers and in-App messages, you must delete the App. If you download the App, with your permission, we may also push notifications to your device. You will be able to opt out of push notifications in your device’s settings.

 

Third-Party Websites

This Site may hyperlink to sites not maintained by or related to Transparency Initiative. Hyperlinks are provided as a service to users and are not sponsored by or affiliated with this Site or Transparency Initiative, and Transparency Initiative makes no representations or warranties about the content, completeness, or accuracy of those third-party sites. Information you submit at a third-party site accessible from this Site is subject to the terms of that site’s privacy policy, and Transparency Initiative has no control over how your information is collected, used, or otherwise handled.

 

Warranty; Disclaimer and Limitations on Our Liability

YOU USE THE SITE, APP AND SERVICES AT YOUR OWN RISK. THE SITE, APP AND SERVICES ARE PROVIDED ON AN “AS IS” AND “AS AVAILABLE” BASIS. TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, OUR COMPANY AND ITS OFFICERS, EMPLOYEES, DIRECTORS, SHAREHOLDERS, PARENTS, SUBSIDIARIES, AFFILIATES, AGENTS, AND LICENSORS (“AFFILIATES”) DISCLAIM ALL WARRANTIES, CONDITIONS, AND REPRESENTATIONS OF ANY KIND, WHETHER EXPRESS, IMPLIED, STATUTORY, OR OTHERWISE, INCLUDING THOSE RELATED TO MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, AND NON-INFRINGEMENT AND THOSE ARISING OUT OF COURSE OF DEALING OR USAGE OF TRADE.

IN PARTICULAR, TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, OUR COMPANY AND ITS AFFILIATES MAKE NO REPRESENTATIONS OR WARRANTIES ABOUT THE ACCURACY OR COMPLETENESS OF CONTENT AVAILABLE ON OR THROUGH THE SERVICES, OR THE CONTENT OF ANY WEBSITES, APPS OR ONLINE SERVICES LINKED TO OR INTEGRATED WITH THE SERVICES. OUR COMPANY AND ITS AFFILIATES WILL HAVE NO LIABILITY FOR ANY: (A) ERRORS, MISTAKES, OR INACCURACIES OF CONTENT; (b) PERSONAL INJURY OR PROPERTY DAMAGE RESULTING FROM YOUR ACCESS TO OR USE OF THE SERVICES; (c) ANY UNAUTHORIZED ACCESS TO OR USE OF OUR SERVERS OR OF ANY PERSONAL INFORMATION OR USER DATA; (d) ANY INTERRUPTION OF TRANSMISSION TO OR FROM THE SERVICES; (e) ANY BUGS, VIRUSES, TROJAN HORSES, OR THE LIKE WHICH MAY BE TRANSMITTED ON OR THROUGH THE SERVICES BY ANY THIRD PARTY; (f) ANY LOSS OR DAMAGE OF ANY KIND INCURRED AS A RESULT OF THE USE OF OR RELIANCE ON RESPONSES OR ANY CONTENT POSTED, SHARED OR GENERATED THROUGH THE SERVICES.

YOU UNDERSTAND AND AGREE THAT, TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, ANY MATERIAL OR INFORMATION DOWNLOADED OR OTHERWISE OBTAINED THROUGH THE USE OF THE SERVICES IS DONE AT YOUR OWN RISK AND THAT YOU WILL BE SOLELY RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY DAMAGE ARISING FROM DOING SO. NO ADVICE OR INFORMATION, WHETHER ORAL OR WRITTEN, OBTAINED BY YOU FROM US OR THROUGH THE SERVICES WILL CREATE ANY WARRANTY NOT EXPRESSLY MADE.

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, IN NO EVENT WILL WE BE LIABLE TO YOU OR TO ANY THIRD PARTY FOR ANY INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, PUNITIVE, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES (INCLUDING FOR LOSS OF PROFITS, REVENUE, OR DATA) OR FOR THE COST OF OBTAINING SUBSTITUTE PRODUCTS ARISING OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH THESE TERMS, HOWEVER CAUSED, WHETHER SUCH LIABILITY ARISES FROM ANY CLAIM BASED UPON CONTRACT, WARRANTY, TORT (INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE), STRICT LIABILITY OR OTHERWISE, AND WHETHER OR NOT WE’VE BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES.

You understand and agree that we have entered into these Terms with you in reliance upon the limitations of liability set forth in these Terms, which allocate risk between us and form the basis of a bargain between the parties.

 

Indemnification

To the maximum extent permitted by applicable law, you agree to indemnify and hold harmless Transparency Initiative and its Affiliates from and against any and all claims, costs, proceedings, demands, losses, damages, and expenses (including, without limitation, reasonable attorney’s fees and legal costs) of any kind or nature, relating to, any actual or alleged breach of these Terms by you.  If we assume the defense of such a matter, you will reasonably cooperate with us in such defense.

 

Governing Law

These Terms will be governed by and construed in accordance with the internal laws of Delaware without regard to conflicts of laws principles.  By using this site, you hereby agree that any and all disputes regarding these Terms will be subject to the courts located in Delaware.  YOU AGREE THAT, TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, ANY AND ALL DISPUTES, CLAIMS, AND CAUSES OF ACTION ARISING OUT OF OR CONNECTED WITH THIS SITE AND/OR THESE TERMS, WILL BE RESOLVED INDIVIDUALLY, WITHOUT RESORT TO ANY FORM OF CLASS ACTION.  These Terms operate to the fullest extent permissible by law.

 

Termination

Transparency Initiative may, in its sole discretion, and at any time, discontinue this Site or any part thereof, with or without notice, or may prevent your use of this Site with or without notice to you.  You agree that you do not have any rights in this Site and that Transparency Initiative will have no liability to you if this Site is discontinued or your ability to access the Site or any content you may have posted on the Site is terminated.

 

Assignment

Transparency Initiative may assign this agreement, in whole or in part, at any time with or without notice to you. You may not assign this agreement, or any part of it, to any other person. Any attempt by you to do so is void.

 

Miscellaneous

These Terms constitute a binding agreement between you and Transparency Initiative and are accepted by you upon your use of the Site. If any provision of these Terms shall be unlawful, void or for any reason unenforceable, then that provision shall be deemed severable from these terms of use and shall not affect the validity and enforceability of any remaining provisions.