Thriving at Midlife - Terms of Use

1. Acceptance of these terms

By accessing or using the Thriving at Midlife website (the “Site”), reading our content, or clicking on our links, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Use (“Terms”).

If you do not agree with these Terms, please do not use the Site.

These Terms apply in addition to our Privacy Policy, which explains how we collect and use personal information.

2. Who we are

Thriving at Midlife (“we,” “us,” “our”) is an online platform based in the province of Quebec, Canada, focused on helping women in midlife thrive in their health, beauty, and relationships through educational content and curated product and program recommendations.

You can contact us at:

- Email: [email protected]

3. Eligibility and responsible use

This Site is intended for adults. By using the Site, you represent that you are at least the age of majority where you live and that you will use the Site only for lawful, personal, non‑commercial purposes.

You agree that you will not:

- Use the Site in any way that violates applicable law.

- Attempt to gain unauthorized access to the Site, our systems, or other users’ information.

- Copy, scrape, or systematically harvest content or data from the Site.

- Upload or transmit any harmful code, spam, or disruptive material.

- Use the Site to harass, abuse, or harm others, or to post defamatory, discriminatory, or offensive content (if comments or communities are enabled).

We may monitor use of the Site and take reasonable steps (including restricting access) to protect our content, our users, and our business.

4. Our content and intellectual property

Unless otherwise noted, all content on the Site, including articles, guides, text, graphics, logos, videos, and other materials, is owned by or licensed to Thriving at Midlife and is protected by copyright and other intellectual property laws.

We grant you a limited, revocable licence to view the Site and use its content for your personal, non‑commercial use only. You agree that you will not, without our prior written consent:

- Reproduce, distribute, modify, or create derivative works based on our content.

- Use our content for commercial purposes, resale, or training of competing services.

- Remove any copyright, trademark, or other proprietary notices.

Any unauthorized use of our content may result in termination of your access and may violate intellectual property laws.

5. No medical, psychological, or professional advice

All information on the Site is for general educational and informational purposes only. It is not medical, psychological, mental health, legal, or financial advice, and it is not a substitute for personalized care from qualified professionals who know your specific situation.

You acknowledge and agree that:

- We do not provide diagnosis, treatment, or individualized medical or mental health advice.

- We do not provide counselling or therapy services.

- We do not guarantee specific results related to health, weight, skin, hormones, relationships, or any other area of your life.

Always consult your physician, therapist, or other qualified professional before making changes to your health, lifestyle, or relationships based on information from the Site. Never ignore professional advice or delay seeking it because of something you have read on the Site.

6. Affiliate links and third‑party content

We share products, programs, and services that we believe may be helpful for midlife women. Some of the links on the Site and in our emails are affiliate links, which means we may earn a commission if you choose to make a purchase – at no additional cost to you.

You understand and agree that:

- Third‑party products and services are offered and fulfilled by independent companies, not by us.

- We do not control and are not responsible for third‑party websites, content, policies, or practices.

- Your use of any third‑party site is at your own risk and subject to that site’s terms and policies.

We aim to recommend only products and programs that align with our mission and standards, but it remains your responsibility to evaluate whether a particular offer is right for you.

7. No guarantees or warranties

The Site and all content are provided on an “as is” and “as available” basis, without warranties or conditions of any kind, whether express, implied, or statutory.

To the fullest extent permitted by law, we disclaim all warranties and conditions, including but not limited to:

- Warranties of accuracy, completeness, or reliability of content.

- Warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, and non‑infringement.

- Any warranty that the Site will be uninterrupted, secure, or error‑free.

You use the Site and act on its content at your own risk.

8. Limitation of liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Thriving at Midlife and its owners, partners, contractors, and employees will not be liable for any losses or damages of any kind arising out of or in connection with:

- Your access to or use of the Site or any content,

- Your reliance on information obtained from the Site,

- Any third‑party websites, products, or services linked from the Site, or

- Any interruption, error, omission, or security incident involving the Site.

This includes, without limitation, direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, special, exemplary, or punitive damages, loss of data, and loss of income or opportunities, even if we have been advised of the possibility of such damages.

Some jurisdictions do not allow certain limitations of liability, so some of the above may not apply to you. In such cases, our liability will be limited to the maximum extent permitted by applicable law.

9. Indemnity

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Thriving at Midlife and its owners, partners, and team members from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, and expenses (including reasonable legal fees) arising out of or related to:

- Your use or misuse of the Site or content,

- Your violation of these Terms, or

- Your violation of any rights of a third party.

10. Changes to the Site and these terms

We may update, suspend, or discontinue any part of the Site at any time without notice. We may also update these Terms from time to time.

When we make changes, we will update the “Last updated” date at the top of this page. Your continued use of the Site after changes take effect means you accept the revised Terms.

11. Governing law and jurisdiction

These Terms and your use of the Site are governed by the laws of the Province of Quebec and the laws of Canada applicable therein, without regard to conflict‑of‑law rules.

You agree that any dispute arising out of or relating to the Site or these Terms will be submitted to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts located in the Province of Quebec, Canada, and you consent to the personal jurisdiction of such courts.

12. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid or unenforceable, that provision will be enforced to the maximum extent permissible, and the remaining provisions will continue in full force and effect.

13. Entire agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy and any other legal notices posted on the Site, form the entire agreement between you and Thriving at Midlife regarding your use of the Site, and supersede any prior understandings or agreements.

14. Contact

If you have any questions about these Terms, please contact us at:

- Email: [email protected]