Terms of Service

Last Updated: April 28, 2025

Acceptance of Terms

Welcome to SmartSupplementGuide. These Terms and Conditions (“Terms”) govern your access to and use of the SmartSupplementGuide website (referred to as the “Site”). SmartSupplementGuide is a U.S.-based informational website providing guides and advice on dietary supplements. By accessing, browsing, or using this Site in any manner, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms.

If you do not agree with any part of these Terms, you should refrain from using our Site. We reserve the right to update or change these Terms at any time, and it is your responsibility to review them periodically for any updates (see Changes and Updates below). Your continued use of the Site after changes to the Terms signifies your acceptance of the revised terms.

Affiliate Links and Compensation Disclosure

SmartSupplementGuide earns commissions through participation in affiliate marketing programs. This means that some links on our Site are “affiliate links.” If you click on an affiliate link and then make a purchase from a third-party website, we may receive a small commission for that referral. These commissions come at no additional cost to you – the price you pay for any product or service is not affected by our affiliate relationship.

We believe in transparency and want to clearly disclose our affiliate relationships. The presence of affiliate links on SmartSupplementGuide has no impact on our objectivity; we only recommend or reference products that we genuinely believe could be valuable or relevant to our readers. Any compensation we receive through affiliate links helps support the operation and maintenance of our Site.

SmartSupplementGuide makes this disclosure in accordance with the guidelines of the U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC) regarding endorsements and testimonials​. In other words, we openly inform you that we have a material connection (a financial incentive) when you purchase through affiliate links on our Site, as required by 16 C.F.R. Part 255 (the FTC’s “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising”). By using the Site, you acknowledge and accept the presence of these affiliate links and understand that SmartSupplementGuide may benefit financially from your purchases through such links.

Medical and Health Disclaimer

The content provided on SmartSupplementGuide (including all articles, guides, opinions, and recommendations about supplements and health) is for informational and educational purposes only. We are not a medical organization, and our content does not constitute professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.

Not a Substitute for Professional Advice: You should always consult with a licensed physician or other qualified healthcare provider for questions about your health. The information on our Site is not a substitute for personal medical advice. Do not disregard or delay seeking professional medical advice because of something you have read on this Site​. If you have a medical emergency or serious health concern, call your doctor or emergency services immediately.

No FDA Evaluation: Statements on SmartSupplementGuide about dietary supplements or health products have not been evaluated by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Nothing on this Site is intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease​. Supplements and health advice discussed are not guaranteed to be safe or effective for every individual. Always exercise due diligence and consult a healthcare professional before starting any new supplement regimen, especially if you have underlying health conditions, are taking other medications, or have specific health concerns.

Use at Your Own Risk: Any reliance you place on the information obtained from our Site is strictly at your own risk. While we strive to provide accurate, up-to-date information, medical and nutrition knowledge is constantly evolving. We make no guarantees that all content is complete, current, or error-free. Developments in medical research may impact the health guidance we provide, and there may be new findings or information that are not included on our Site. You are responsible for verifying any information before relying on it, and if you have any doubts or questions about a supplement or health advice, please consult a healthcare professional. SmartSupplementGuide and its contributors will not be liable for any consequences arising from the use of, or reliance on, the information on this Site (see Limitation of Liability below).

Intellectual Property Rights

Unless otherwise indicated, SmartSupplementGuide owns all rights, title, and interest in and to the content and materials provided on the Site, including but not limited to the text, graphics, logos, images, design, compilation, and arrangement of such content. This content is protected by United States and international copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

• Copyright: All content on the Site is © SmartSupplementGuide (or the original content creators, where noted). You may access and view the content for your personal, non-commercial use. Prohibited uses: You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, transmit, re-post, or publicly display any content from our Site without our prior written permission, except as permitted by law (such as fair use or brief quotations with attribution). For example, you cannot copy our supplement guide and publish it on your own website or print it in a publication without permission.
• Trademarks: The SmartSupplementGuide name and logo are trademarks/service marks owned by us. Any other product or company names mentioned on the Site may be trademarks of their respective owners. Nothing in these Terms grants you any license or right to use any trademark displayed on the Site without the owner’s prior written consent. You agree not to use SmartSupplementGuide’s trademarks in any manner (including in meta-tags or advertising) without our express permission.
• User License: Subject to your compliance with these Terms, we grant you a limited, revocable, non-transferable license to access and use the Site for your personal, non-commercial use only. This license does not allow you to do any of the following: (a) resell or commercially use the Site or its content; (b) scrape, collect, or use data mining, robots, or similar data gathering methods on the Site; (c) use the Site or content for any derivative use; or (d) use the Site in a manner that infringes our rights or the rights of any third party. Any unauthorized use of the Site or its content terminates the permission or license granted by these Terms.

All rights not expressly granted to you in these Terms are reserved by SmartSupplementGuide and/or the respective intellectual property owners. If you wish to seek permission for any use of content on the Site that is not expressly permitted by these Terms, please contact us.

User Conduct and Acceptable Use

By using SmartSupplementGuide, you agree to use the Site only for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms. You agree not to engage in any of the following activities:

• Violating Laws or Rights: Do not use the Site in any way that violates any applicable federal, state, or local laws or regulations, or infringes upon the rights of others (including intellectual property, privacy, or publicity rights).
• Malicious Behavior: Do not introduce viruses, malware, or any other harmful code to the Site, or use the Site to distribute unsolicited advertising (spam) or engage in any activity that could disrupt or interfere with the proper functioning of the Site or the experience of other users. Attempting to gain unauthorized access to any portion of the Site, other users’ accounts (if applicable), or any systems or networks connected to the Site is strictly prohibited.
• Impersonation or Misrepresentation: Do not impersonate SmartSupplementGuide, our staff, other users, or any other person or entity, or falsely state or otherwise misrepresent your affiliation with any person or entity.
• Harassment or Offensive Conduct: You agree not to use the Site to transmit or post any content that is defamatory, fraudulent, obscene, threatening, invasive of another’s privacy, or otherwise objectionable or harmful. We aim to maintain a respectful community and reserve the right to remove any content or comments (if any user interaction is available on the Site) that violate these standards.
  

SmartSupplementGuide reserves the right (but not the obligation) to monitor user activities on the Site for any reason. If we determine, in our sole discretion, that you have violated any provision of these Terms or have engaged in any behavior that we deem harmful or unlawful, we may take appropriate action. This may include terminating or suspending your access to the Site without notice, and/or involving law enforcement if a criminal violation is suspected.

Disclaimer of Warranties

Use at Your Own Risk: Your use of the Site is at your sole risk. SmartSupplementGuide is providing this Site and its content on an “as is” and “as available” basis. To the fullest extent permitted by law, we make no representations or warranties of any kind, express or implied, about the Site or the content, information, or services included on the Site.

Specifically, SmartSupplementGuide disclaims any express or implied warranties including, but not limited to:

• Accuracy and Completeness: We do not warrant that the information on this Site is accurate, complete, reliable, current, or error-free. While we strive to ensure our supplement guides and articles are informative and up-to-date, we make no guarantee that all content is free of mistakes or omissions.
• Merchantability and Fitness: We disclaim any implied warranties of merchantability (that a product or content would meet a minimum level of quality or usefulness) and fitness for a particular purpose (that the Site or its content will meet your specific needs or expectations). For example, we do not warrant that any supplement recommendation will be suitable or effective for you.
• Non-Infringement: We make no warranty that the content provided does not infringe the rights of others. However, we do our best to only use content (like images or text) that we have rights to use.
• Availability: We do not guarantee that the Site will be available at any particular time or location, or that the Site will be uninterrupted and secure. There is no warranty that the Site will be free of viruses, malware, or other harmful components, though we take reasonable measures to protect the Site. Temporary interruptions of service may occur from time to time (for example, due to maintenance or technical issues) without notice.
  

Some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion of certain warranties. Therefore, some of the above disclaimers may not apply to you, to the extent prohibited by law. In such jurisdictions, warranties are disclaimed to the fullest extent permitted by law.

Limitation of Liability

Under no circumstances shall SmartSupplementGuide, its owners, contributors, affiliates, partners, or licensors be liable for any indirect, incidental, consequential, special, or punitive damages arising out of or related to your access to, use of, or inability to use the Site or any content on the Site. This includes, but is not limited to, any damages for lost profits, lost data, loss of goodwill, business interruption, accuracy of results, or computer failure or malfunction, even if we have been advised of the possibility of such damages.

SmartSupplementGuide’s total cumulative liability for any claim arising out of or relating to these Terms or your use of the Site shall not exceed the amount (if any) you have paid to us for access to the Site or its services, or $50 USD, whichever is less. In many cases, users pay nothing to use our Site (since it is free to access informational content), and in such cases our liability will be zero. This limitation of liability is a fundamental element of the agreement between you and SmartSupplementGuide and reflects the allocation of risk between the parties. The Site would not be provided without such limitations.

Some jurisdictions do not allow the limitation or exclusion of liability for incidental or consequential damages. If you are in such a jurisdiction, some of the above limitations may not apply to you. In any case, SmartSupplementGuide’s liability will be limited to the greatest extent permitted by law.

Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless SmartSupplementGuide and its owners, affiliates, officers, directors, employees, agents, and representatives from and against any and all claims, liabilities, damages, losses, or expenses (including reasonable attorneys’ fees and court costs) that arise from or relate to: (a) your use or misuse of the Site, (b) your violation of these Terms, or (c) your violation of any third-party rights, including any intellectual property or privacy rights.

We reserve the right to assume the exclusive defense and control of any matter otherwise subject to indemnification by you, in which event you agree to cooperate with us in asserting any available defenses. This indemnification obligation will survive any termination of your use of the Site or these Terms.

Changes and Updates

Changes to Content: SmartSupplementGuide reserves the right to update, modify, or remove the content on this Site at any time without prior notice. We may improve or change the information, services, or resources described on the Site as we refine our guides and keep content current. However, we are under no obligation to update any information on the Site, so some information may be out of date at any given time. We make no representations that the content will be updated immediately or continuously. It is your responsibility to verify information or check for updates.

Changes to Terms: Likewise, we may revise or update these Terms and Conditions from time to time at our sole discretion. Any changes to the Terms will be effective immediately when posted on this page, unless stated otherwise. The "Last Updated" date at the top of this document indicates when the latest modifications were made. We encourage you to review the Terms periodically to ensure you are aware of any changes. By continuing to use the Site after new Terms are posted, you agree to the revised Terms. If you do not agree to the modified terms, you must discontinue use of the Site.

Please note that no employee or representative of SmartSupplementGuide is authorized to modify these Terms orally. Any amendment or waiver of these Terms must be in writing and posted to be effective.

Governing Law and Jurisdiction

These Terms and Conditions and any disputes arising out of or related to your use of the Site shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the United States and the laws of the State of California, without regard to its conflict of law principles. By using this Site, you agree that any dispute or claim arising from these Terms or your use of the Site will be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the state and federal courts located in the State of California, United States, and you hereby irrevocably submit to the jurisdiction of such courts.

If you access the Site from any location outside of the United States, you do so on your own initiative and are responsible for compliance with local laws, if and to the extent local laws are applicable. You acknowledge that you are familiar with and accept the jurisdiction of U.S. courts as provided in this section.

Severability

If any provision of these Terms is held to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable by a court of competent jurisdiction, that provision shall be eliminated or limited to the minimum extent necessary so that the remaining provisions of the Terms will continue in full force and effect. In other words, the invalid part will be severed from these Terms, and the rest of the Terms will remain valid and enforceable.

No Waiver

Our failure to enforce any right or provision of these Terms shall not constitute a waiver of such right or provision. Any waiver of any provision of these Terms will be effective only if in writing and signed by an authorized representative of SmartSupplementGuide.

Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy (which is incorporated herein by reference), constitute the entire agreement between you and SmartSupplementGuide regarding your use of the Site, superseding any prior agreements or communications (whether oral or written) between you and us relating to the subject matter hereof. You acknowledge that you have not relied on any statement, representation, or promise by SmartSupplementGuide or any other third party except as expressly stated in these Terms.

Contact Information

If you have any questions, concerns, or comments about these Terms and Conditions, you may contact us as follows:

Email:  info@SmartSupplementGuide.com

We will endeavor to respond to your inquiries and address any issues you raise regarding these Terms.

By using SmartSupplementGuide, you signify that you have read these Terms and agree to adhere to them. Thank you for visiting SmartSupplementGuide and abiding by these Terms and Conditions. Enjoy our content responsibly and stay informed!