Terms of Service
Last Updated: February 25, 2026
Welcome to MakeThis! These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your use of the MakeThis mobile application ("App," "Service," or "we"). By downloading, installing, or using MakeThis, you agree to be bound by these Terms. Your use of the App is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated into these Terms by reference.
Summary: MakeThis is a recipe discovery app. Use it responsibly, respect the content, and understand that subscriptions auto-renew unless cancelled.
1. Acceptance of Terms
By accessing or using MakeThis, you confirm that:
- You are at least 13 years of age
- You have the legal capacity to enter into these Terms
- You agree to comply with these Terms and all applicable laws
If you do not agree to these Terms, do not use the App.
2. Description of Service
MakeThis provides:
- Recipe discovery through swipe-based browsing
- Recipe "battle" mode for decision-making
- Recipe search and filtering
- Favorites/cookbook management
- Nutrition tracking
- Multi-language recipe translation
Recipe content is sourced from Spoonacular API and other third-party providers.
3. User Accounts
MakeThis does not require account registration. Your data (favorites, preferences, nutrition logs) is stored locally on your device. If you subscribe to MakeThis Pro, your subscription is managed through your Apple ID or Google Account.
4. Subscriptions and Payments
4.1 MakeThis Pro Subscription
MakeThis offers an optional premium subscription ("MakeThis Pro") that provides:
- Ad-free experience
- All premium features
- Priority support
4.2 Billing
- Subscriptions are billed through the Apple App Store or Google Play Store
- Prices are displayed in your local currency before purchase
- Payment is charged to your Apple ID or Google Account upon confirmation
4.3 Auto-Renewal
Important: Subscriptions automatically renew unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current billing period. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period.
4.4 Cancellation
You can cancel your subscription at any time:
- iOS: Settings → Apple ID → Subscriptions → MakeThis → Cancel
- Android: Play Store → Menu → Subscriptions → MakeThis → Cancel
Cancellation takes effect at the end of the current billing period. No refunds are provided for partial periods.
4.5 Refunds
Refund requests must be submitted to Apple or Google, as they process all payments:
5. Advertising
The free version of MakeThis displays third-party advertisements provided by Google AdMob. These ads may include banner, interstitial, and rewarded ad formats.
- We use Google AdMob to serve advertisements within the App
- Ad personalization depends on your consent preferences, which you can manage through the consent prompt shown on first use or through your device settings
- For users in the EU/EEA, we collect consent for ad personalization in compliance with GDPR via Google's User Messaging Platform (UMP)
- For users in the US, we comply with applicable state privacy regulations including CCPA
- MakeThis Pro subscribers enjoy an ad-free experience
For more information on how Google uses your data, see Google's Privacy Policy.
6. Acceptable Use
You agree NOT to:
- Use the App for any unlawful purpose
- Attempt to reverse engineer, decompile, or hack the App
- Scrape, copy, or redistribute recipe content for commercial purposes
- Interfere with or disrupt the App's servers or networks
- Use automated systems or bots to access the App
- Circumvent advertising or subscription systems
7. Intellectual Property
6.1 App Content
The MakeThis app, including its design, code, and original content, is owned by us and protected by copyright and other intellectual property laws.
6.2 Recipe Content
Recipe content, images, and nutritional information are provided by Spoonacular and other third-party sources. We do not claim ownership of this content. Use of recipes is for personal, non-commercial purposes only.
6.3 Your Content
You retain ownership of any personal data you create (favorites lists, nutrition logs, preferences).
8. Disclaimers
Health Disclaimer: MakeThis provides nutritional information for informational purposes only. We are not medical professionals. Consult a healthcare provider before making dietary changes, especially if you have allergies, medical conditions, or are pregnant.
7.1 "As Is" Service
The App is provided "AS IS" and "AS AVAILABLE" without warranties of any kind, either express or implied, including but not limited to:
- Accuracy of recipe content or nutritional information
- Fitness for a particular purpose
- Uninterrupted or error-free operation
- Compatibility with all devices
7.2 Third-Party Content
We do not control and are not responsible for third-party content, including recipes from Spoonacular. Recipe accuracy, allergen information, and cooking instructions should be verified independently.
9. Limitation of Liability
To the maximum extent permitted by law:
- We shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages
- Our total liability shall not exceed the amount you paid for the App in the 12 months preceding the claim
- We are not liable for any adverse health effects resulting from following recipes or nutritional advice in the App
10. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify and hold harmless MakeThis, its developers, and affiliates from any claims, damages, or expenses arising from your use of the App or violation of these Terms.
11. Changes to Terms
We may modify these Terms at any time. Material changes will be notified through the App or by updating the "Last Updated" date. Continued use after changes constitutes acceptance of the new Terms.
12. Termination
We reserve the right to terminate or suspend your access to the App at any time, without notice, for conduct that we believe violates these Terms or is harmful to other users or the App.
13. Governing Law
These Terms are governed by the laws of the Republic of Bulgaria and applicable European Union regulations, without regard to conflict of law principles. For users outside the EU, the laws of Bulgaria shall still apply. Nothing in these Terms affects your statutory rights as a consumer under the laws of your country of residence.
14. Dispute Resolution
Any disputes arising from these Terms or your use of the App shall be resolved through:
- Informal Resolution: Contact us first at makethis@zoho.eu. We will attempt to resolve the dispute within 30 days.
- EU Online Dispute Resolution: EU users may use the European Commission's Online Dispute Resolution platform at ec.europa.eu/consumers/odr
- Courts: If informal resolution fails, disputes shall be submitted to the competent courts in Sofia, Bulgaria, unless mandatory consumer protection laws in your jurisdiction require otherwise.
EU Users: Nothing in these Terms affects your statutory rights as a consumer under EU law. You may bring proceedings in your country of residence. You also have the right to use the EU Online Dispute Resolution platform.
15. Severability
If any provision of these Terms is found invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions will continue in full force and effect.
16. Contact Information
For questions about these Terms, contact us at:
Email: makethis@zoho.eu
By using MakeThis, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to these Terms of Service.