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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

Questions about these terms? Reach us at:

privacy@coffeebase.org