Terms of Service
Last updated: June 7, 2026
Welcome to CoffeeBase
CoffeeBase (coffeebase.org) is a free, open educational platform dedicated to coffee knowledge. By accessing and using this website, you agree to the following terms.
Content & Licensing
Educational Content
All original articles, guides, and educational materials published on CoffeeBase are licensed under Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International (CC BY 4.0). You are free to:
- Share — copy and redistribute the material in any medium or format
- Adapt — remix, transform, and build upon the material for any purpose, including commercial
Under the following condition:
- Attribution — You must give appropriate credit to CoffeeBase, provide a link to the license, and indicate if changes were made. You may do so in any reasonable manner, but not in a way that suggests we endorse you or your use.
Factual Data
Factual information such as coffee origins, brewing parameters, chemical compounds, and geographic data is not subject to copyright and may be freely used without restriction.
Third-Party Content
Where CoffeeBase references research, quotes experts, or cites external sources, those materials remain the property of their respective copyright holders. We provide proper attribution and use such content under fair use principles for educational purposes.
Linking & Citation
You are welcome to link to any page on CoffeeBase without prior permission. When citing CoffeeBase content in academic, journalistic, or educational contexts, please use the following format:
"Article Title." CoffeeBase, coffeebase.org/path-to-article. Accessed [date].
Deep linking to specific sections is encouraged. We maintain stable URLs and will provide redirects when content is reorganized.
Disclaimer
CoffeeBase provides educational content about coffee as-is, without warranties of any kind, express or implied. While we strive for accuracy and cite reputable sources:
- Content is for informational and educational purposes only
- We do not provide medical, nutritional, or professional advice
- Brewing parameters and techniques may vary based on equipment, water quality, and personal preference
- Scientific findings cited are subject to ongoing research and may evolve
- We are not responsible for outcomes from following guides or recommendations
For health concerns related to caffeine or coffee consumption, please consult a qualified healthcare professional.
User Conduct
CoffeeBase is a read-only resource with no user accounts or user-generated content at this time. Should interactive features be added in the future, additional terms will be published governing user conduct.
Availability
We aim to keep CoffeeBase available around the clock but do not guarantee uninterrupted access. We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue any part of the service at any time without notice.
Limitation of Liability
To the maximum extent permitted by law, CoffeeBase and its contributors shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising from your use of or inability to use the website or its content.
Changes to These Terms
We may revise these terms at any time. Changes take effect when posted on this page with an updated revision date. Continued use of the site after changes constitutes acceptance of the revised terms.
Contact
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