Terms of Service

Last Updated: August 2025

Agreement to Terms

Welcome to LifehackGuide (“we,” “us,” or “our”). These Terms of Service (“Terms”) govern your use of our website located at lifehackguide.com (the “Service”) operated by LifehackGuide.

By accessing or using our Service, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you disagree with any part of these terms, then you may not access the Service.

Description of Service

What We Provide

LifehackGuide is a product review and recommendation website that offers:

  • Expert-tested product reviews across sleep, health & fitness, and technology categories
  • Science-backed advice and educational content
  • Product comparisons and buying guides
  • Newsletter subscriptions with curated recommendations
  • Community interaction through comments and feedback

Our Content Categories:

  • 😴 Sleep Science & Reviews: Mattresses, pillows, sleep tracking devices, and sleep optimization advice
  • 💪 Health & Fitness: Exercise equipment, supplements, fitness trackers, and wellness products
  • ⚙️ Tech & Gadgets: Consumer electronics, productivity tools, and digital accessories

Content Disclaimer

Educational Purpose:

  • Our content is for informational and educational purposes only
  • Product recommendations are based on our testing and research
  • Individual results may vary based on personal needs and preferences
  • Always consult relevant professionals for specific health, fitness, or technical advice

User Accounts and Registration

Account Creation

Optional Registration:

  • Account creation is not required to view our content
  • Newsletter subscriptions require email address only
  • Comments may require basic contact information

Account Responsibilities:

  • Provide accurate and current information
  • Maintain the security of your login credentials
  • Notify us immediately of any unauthorized access
  • You are responsible for all activities under your account

Acceptable Use Policy

Permitted Uses

You May:

  • Browse and read our content for personal, non-commercial use
  • Share our articles through social media and provided sharing tools
  • Submit questions and feedback through our contact forms
  • Subscribe to our newsletter and communications
  • Comment on articles in a respectful, constructive manner

Prohibited Uses

You May Not:

  • Copy, redistribute, or reproduce our content without permission
  • Use our Service for any illegal or unauthorized purpose
  • Transmit malicious code or attempt to disrupt our website
  • Harass, threaten, or impersonate others
  • Post spam, advertisements, or promotional content in comments
  • Scrape, crawl, or extract our content using automated tools
  • Reverse engineer or attempt to access our source code

Content Guidelines

Comment Standards:

  • Be respectful and constructive in discussions
  • Stay on-topic and relevant to the article
  • No spam, promotional links, or commercial solicitations
  • No offensive language, hate speech, or discriminatory content
  • No personal attacks against other users or our team

Enforcement:

  • We reserve the right to moderate, edit, or remove comments
  • Repeated violations may result in account suspension
  • We may report illegal activities to appropriate authorities

Intellectual Property Rights

Our Content

LifehackGuide Ownership:

  • All original content, including articles, reviews, and guides
  • Website design, layout, and user interface
  • Company logos, trademarks, and brand elements
  • Proprietary testing methodologies and rating systems
  • Compiled databases of product information and comparisons

Licensed Content:

  • Product images used with permission or under fair use
  • Stock photography licensed from providers like Unsplash
  • Third-party content properly attributed to original sources

Your Rights

Personal Use License:

  • You may view, download, and print our content for personal use
  • You may share articles through social media and provided tools
  • You may quote brief excerpts with proper attribution

Restrictions:

  • No commercial use without written permission
  • No modification or creation of derivative works
  • No removal of copyright notices or attribution
  • No systematic downloading or copying of substantial portions

User-Generated Content

Comments and Feedback:

  • You retain ownership of your submitted content
  • You grant us a license to use, display, and moderate your content
  • You represent that your content is original and doesn’t violate rights of others
  • We may use your feedback to improve our services

Product Reviews and Recommendations

Review Standards

Our Testing Process:

  • Products are tested for minimum 30 days under real-world conditions
  • Multiple team members test each product when possible
  • We purchase products at full retail price with our own funds
  • Reviews include both positive and negative aspects

Accuracy Commitment:

  • We strive for accuracy but cannot guarantee error-free content
  • Product specifications and prices may change after publication
  • We update reviews periodically but cannot monitor all changes in real-time
  • Always verify current product details with retailers before purchasing

Affiliate Relationships

Transparency:

  • We participate in affiliate marketing programs
  • We may earn commissions from product links
  • Affiliate relationships do not influence our editorial decisions
  • See our Affiliate Disclosure for complete details

Editorial Independence:

  • Reviews are based on actual testing, not commission rates
  • We publish negative reviews even for affiliate products
  • Products are ranked by performance, not profit potential

Privacy and Data Protection

Information Collection

What We Collect:

  • Contact information when you reach out to us
  • Email addresses for newsletter subscriptions
  • Website usage data through analytics tools
  • Technical information like IP address and browser type

How We Use Information:

  • To provide requested content and services
  • To improve our website and user experience
  • To send newsletters and updates (with your consent)
  • To analyze website performance and user behavior

Your Privacy Rights:

  • Request access to your personal information
  • Request correction or deletion of your data
  • Opt-out of marketing communications
  • Control cookie settings in your browser

For complete details, see our Privacy Policy.

Disclaimers and Limitations

Medical and Health Disclaimers

Not Medical Advice:

  • Our health and fitness content is for informational purposes only
  • We are not medical professionals or licensed healthcare providers
  • Always consult qualified healthcare providers for medical advice
  • Don’t delay seeking professional medical care based on our content
  • We are not responsible for health outcomes from following our advice

Supplement and Fitness Disclaimers:

  • Product reviews are not endorsements for medical use
  • Individual results from supplements and fitness equipment may vary
  • Consider your health conditions before starting new fitness routines
  • Stop using products immediately if you experience adverse effects

Financial Disclaimers

Not Financial Advice:

  • Product recommendations are based on features and performance, not investment advice
  • We are not financial advisors or investment professionals
  • Consider your financial situation before making purchases
  • Product prices and availability may change without notice

Technical Disclaimers

Technology Reviews:

  • Technology changes rapidly and our reviews reflect testing at time of publication
  • Software and firmware updates may change product performance
  • Compatibility may vary based on your specific devices and setup
  • We cannot provide technical support for products we review

General Disclaimers

No Warranties:

  • Our Service is provided “as is” without warranties of any kind
  • We do not guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or timeliness of our content
  • We do not warrant that our Service will be uninterrupted or error-free
  • Your use of our Service is at your own risk

Limitation of Liability

What We’re Not Responsible For

Direct Damages:

  • Losses from purchasing products we review
  • Damages from following our advice or recommendations
  • Technical issues with our website or services
  • Loss of data or information

Indirect Damages:

  • Lost profits or business opportunities
  • Consequential or incidental damages
  • Punitive or exemplary damages
  • Loss of goodwill or reputation

Maximum Liability

Cap on Liability:

  • Our total liability to you is limited to $100 or the amount you paid us (if any)
  • This applies regardless of the theory of liability (contract, tort, etc.)
  • Some jurisdictions don’t allow liability limitations, so these may not apply to you

What We Link To:

  • Product retailer websites for purchases
  • Manufacturer websites for specifications
  • Research sources and citations
  • Social media platforms and sharing tools

Your Responsibility:

  • We are not responsible for third-party websites or services
  • Review their terms and privacy policies before using
  • Report broken or inappropriate links to us

Identification:

  • Affiliate links are clearly marked when possible
  • We disclose our affiliate relationships transparently
  • You pay the same price whether you use our links or not
  • Commissions help support our operations and content creation

Termination

Your Rights

You May:

  • Stop using our Service at any time
  • Unsubscribe from newsletters and communications
  • Request deletion of your personal information
  • Close any accounts you may have created

Our Rights

We May Terminate or Suspend:

  • Your access for violating these Terms
  • Service to any user for any reason
  • Any feature or service at our discretion
  • The entire Service with reasonable notice

Survival:

  • These Terms continue to apply after termination where relevant
  • Disclaimers and limitation of liability survive termination
  • Your license to use our content ends upon termination

Changes to Terms

Modification Rights

We May Update These Terms:

  • To reflect changes in our services
  • To comply with legal requirements
  • To clarify existing provisions
  • To add new terms for new features

Notification Process

How We Notify You:

  • Updated Terms will be posted on this page
  • “Last Updated” date will be changed
  • Significant changes may be highlighted on our website
  • Email notification for material changes affecting your rights

Your Acceptance:

  • Continued use after changes constitutes acceptance
  • If you disagree with changes, stop using our Service
  • Contact us with questions about specific changes

Dispute Resolution

Informal Resolution

First Step:

  • Contact us directly to resolve disputes informally
  • We’re committed to working with users to address concerns
  • Most issues can be resolved through good faith discussion
  • Email us at hello@lifehackguide.com with dispute details

Formal Disputes

Governing Law:

  • These Terms are governed by the laws of [State/Province]
  • Disputes will be resolved in courts of [Jurisdiction]
  • You agree to the jurisdiction of these courts
  • Some claims may be subject to arbitration

Class Action Waiver

Individual Claims Only:

  • Disputes must be resolved individually, not as class actions
  • You waive the right to participate in class action lawsuits
  • This doesn’t apply where prohibited by law
  • You may opt-out of this waiver within 30 days of agreeing to these Terms

Miscellaneous

Contact Information

Legal Questions:

General Contact:

Additional Provisions

Severability:

  • If any provision is unenforceable, the rest remain in effect
  • Invalid provisions will be modified to be enforceable if possible

Entire Agreement:

  • These Terms constitute the complete agreement between us
  • They supersede all prior agreements and understandings
  • Changes must be in writing and signed by both parties

Assignment:

  • We may assign these Terms in connection with business transfers
  • You may not assign your rights without our written consent

Waiver:

  • Our failure to enforce any provision doesn’t waive our right to do so later
  • Waivers must be in writing to be effective

Acknowledgment

By using our Service, you acknowledge that:

  • You have read and understood these Terms
  • You agree to be bound by these Terms
  • You are at least 18 years old or have parental consent
  • You have the authority to enter into this agreement

Questions about these Terms? Contact us at hello@lifehackguide.com

These Terms of Service are designed to be fair and transparent. We’re committed to providing valuable content while protecting both your rights and ours. Thank you for being part of the LifehackGuide community.