Terms of Use

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using TheGoodFilter, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Use. If you do not agree, please do not use the site.

2. Description of Service

TheGoodFilter is a product discovery and filtering platform. We do not sell products, process payments, fulfill orders, or maintain inventory. All purchases are made directly with third-party retailers linked from the site.

3. Affiliate Relationships

TheGoodFilter participates in affiliate programs. We earn commissions on qualifying purchases. See our Affiliate Disclosure for full details.

4. Filter Tags — Accuracy Disclaimer

Our filter tags are based on research conducted at the time of product evaluation. Certifications change. Our filter tags are informational and should not be your sole basis for a purchasing decision involving health, safety, or dietary requirements. For allergy, medical, or veterinary decisions, verify directly with the manufacturer and consult a qualified professional.

5. Permitted Use

You may use the site for personal, non-commercial product research. You may not:

• Scrape or systematically copy content using automated tools
• Use site data to build competing services
• Remove or alter any copyright or proprietary notices
• Use the site in any way that violates applicable law

6. Intellectual Property

All content on TheGoodFilter is owned by TheGoodFilter or licensed to us. Product names, brand names, and certification marks are trademarks of their respective owners.

7. Third-Party Links

The site contains links to third-party retailer websites. We are not responsible for their content, policies, or practices.

8. Disclaimer of Warranties

The site is provided "as is" and "as available" without warranties of any kind, express or implied, including but not limited to warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, or accuracy.

9. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, TheGoodFilter shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages.

Our total liability to you for any claim shall not exceed $100 USD.

10. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless TheGoodFilter from any claims arising from your violation of these Terms.

11. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of Connecticut, United States. Any disputes shall be resolved in Connecticut courts.

12. DMCA

If you believe content on TheGoodFilter infringes your copyright, please send a DMCA notice to the address on our Contact page.

13. Changes to Terms

We may update these Terms at any time. Material changes will be noted with an updated effective date.

14. Contact

Questions about these Terms may be directed to us through our Contact page.