Terms of Service

Last Updated: December 2025

Welcome to Best Mochi Australia. These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your use of our website bestmochi.com.au (the "Site"). By accessing or using our Site, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use our Site.

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing and using this Site, you accept and agree to be bound by these Terms and our Privacy Policy. If you are using the Site on behalf of an organization, you represent that you have the authority to bind that organization to these Terms.

2. Description of Service

Best Mochi Australia is an informational website that provides:

• Reviews and comparisons of mochi products available in Australia
• Educational content about mochi, including guides, tips, and cultural information
• Product recommendations and buying guides
• Interactive tools such as quizzes and comparison features

We do not sell products directly. Product links on our Site direct you to third-party retailers, primarily Amazon Australia.

3. Affiliate Disclosure

Best Mochi Australia is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to Amazon.com.au.

When you click on affiliate links on our Site and make a purchase, we may earn a commission at no additional cost to you. This helps support our Site and allows us to continue providing free content. Our affiliate relationships do not influence our editorial opinions or product recommendations.

4. Content Accuracy

We strive to provide accurate and up-to-date information on our Site. However:

• Product prices, availability, and specifications may change without notice
• Information is provided for general informational purposes only
• We do not guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or timeliness of any information
• Product reviews represent our opinions based on our testing and research

You should verify all information before making purchasing decisions and consult product packaging for the most current information.

5. User Conduct

When using our Site, you agree not to:

• Violate any applicable laws or regulations
• Infringe on the intellectual property rights of others
• Transmit any harmful, threatening, abusive, or otherwise objectionable content
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems or user accounts
• Use automated means to access the Site without our permission
• Interfere with the proper functioning of the Site
• Impersonate any person or entity

6. Intellectual Property

All content on this Site, including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, images, and software, is the property of Best Mochi Australia or its content suppliers and is protected by Australian and international copyright laws.

You may not:

• Reproduce, distribute, or create derivative works from our content without permission
• Use our trademarks or branding without written authorization
• Remove any copyright or proprietary notices from our content

Limited use of our content for personal, non-commercial purposes is permitted, provided you maintain all copyright notices.

7. Third-Party Links

Our Site contains links to third-party websites, including Amazon and other retailers. We are not responsible for:

• The content, products, or services of third-party sites
• The privacy practices of third-party sites
• Any transactions you conduct with third-party sites

Your use of third-party sites is governed by their respective terms of service and privacy policies.

8. Disclaimer of Warranties

THE SITE AND ALL CONTENT ARE PROVIDED "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED. TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, WE DISCLAIM ALL WARRANTIES, INCLUDING:

• WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY
• FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE
• NON-INFRINGEMENT
• ACCURACY OR RELIABILITY OF CONTENT

We do not warrant that the Site will be uninterrupted, secure, or error-free.

9. Limitation of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, BEST MOCHI AUSTRALIA AND ITS OWNERS, EMPLOYEES, AND AFFILIATES SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR:

• Any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages
• Any loss of profits, data, or goodwill
• Any damages resulting from your use of or inability to use the Site
• Any damages related to products purchased through affiliate links

Our total liability for any claims related to the Site shall not exceed the amount you paid us (if any) in the twelve months preceding the claim.

10. Health and Safety Information

Mochi can pose a choking hazard, particularly for young children and elderly individuals. Any safety information provided on our Site is for general guidance only and should not be considered medical advice. Always:

• Supervise children when eating mochi
• Cut mochi into small pieces for young children or those with swallowing difficulties
• Consult product labels for allergen information
• Seek medical attention if choking occurs

We are not responsible for any injuries or health issues related to the consumption of mochi products.

11. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Best Mochi Australia and its owners, employees, and affiliates from any claims, damages, losses, or expenses (including reasonable legal fees) arising from:

• Your use of the Site
• Your violation of these Terms
• Your violation of any rights of another party

12. Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting to the Site. Your continued use of the Site after any changes constitutes acceptance of the new Terms. We encourage you to review these Terms periodically.

13. Termination

We reserve the right to terminate or suspend your access to the Site at any time, without notice, for any reason, including violation of these Terms.

14. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of New South Wales, Australia. Any disputes arising from these Terms or your use of the Site shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of New South Wales.

15. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable, the remaining provisions will continue in full force and effect.

16. Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and Best Mochi Australia regarding your use of the Site.

17. Contact Information

If you have any questions about these Terms, please contact us:

• Email: hello@bestmochi.com.au
• Contact Form: bestmochi.com.au/contact