Terms of Use

Agreement to Terms

By accessing and using HopeBear (hopebear.co.uk), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Use. If you do not agree with any part of these terms, please do not use our website.

What We Do

HopeBear is an informational website that helps UK families find products free from PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances) and other harmful chemicals. We research products, provide recommendations, and share educational content about making safer choices for your home.

Informational Purposes Only

The content on HopeBear is provided for general informational purposes only. While we strive to provide accurate and up-to-date information:

• We are not scientists, medical professionals, or regulatory authorities
• Product formulations and manufacturing processes may change
• Our research reflects information available at the time of writing
• We cannot guarantee that any product is completely free from all harmful substances

We encourage you to do your own research and contact manufacturers directly if you have specific concerns.

Not Medical or Health Advice

Nothing on this website should be construed as medical, health, or safety advice. If you have concerns about chemical exposure or health effects, please consult with qualified healthcare professionals.

Affiliate Links and Commissions

HopeBear contains affiliate links to products we recommend. When you click on these links and make a purchase, we may earn a commission at no additional cost to you. This helps support our work in researching and sharing safer product alternatives. Our recommendations are based on our genuine research and are not influenced by affiliate relationships. Please see our Affiliate Disclosure for full details.

Intellectual Property

All content on HopeBear, including text, graphics, logos, and design elements, is owned by HopeBear or our content suppliers and is protected by UK and international copyright laws.

You may share our content for personal, non-commercial purposes with proper attribution. You may not reproduce, distribute, or use our content for commercial purposes without our written permission.

User Conduct

When using our website, you agree not to:

• Use the site for any unlawful purpose
• Attempt to gain unauthorised access to our systems
• Interfere with the proper functioning of the website
• Submit false or misleading information through our forms
• Scrape or harvest content without permission

External Links

Our website contains links to external websites, including retailers and manufacturers. We are not responsible for the content, privacy practices, or availability of these external sites. Linking to an external site does not imply endorsement of all content on that site.

Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, HopeBear shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising from your use of our website or reliance on our content. This includes any decisions you make regarding product purchases based on our recommendations.

Disclaimer of Warranties

HopeBear is provided "as is" and "as available" without warranties of any kind, whether express or implied. We do not warrant that the site will be uninterrupted, error-free, or free from viruses or other harmful components.

Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these terms at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting to this page. Your continued use of the website after any changes constitutes acceptance of the new terms.

Governing Law

These terms are governed by the laws of England and Wales. Any disputes arising from these terms or your use of the website shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of England and Wales.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about these Terms of Use, please get in touch.