TERMS AND CONDITIONS - sinlesssourdough.com

Last Updated: [June 14, 2025]

AGREEMENT TO LEGAL TERMS

I am Sinless Sourdough™ (“Company,” “I,” “me,” “my”), a company registered in Canada with pending international patent applications and global intellectual property rights.

I operate the website https://sinlesssourdough.com (the “Site”), as well as any other related products and services that refer or link to these legal terms (the “Legal Terms”) (collectively, the “Services”).

You can contact me by email at sinlesssourdough@gmail.com.

CRITICAL PATENT AND IP NOTICE

PATENT PENDING – GLOBAL PROTECTION: All products, methods, processes, compositions, and techniques offered through our Services are protected by pending patent applications filed in multiple jurisdictions including Canada, United States, European Union, Japan, and other international markets. Patent protection may be enforced retroactively to filing dates upon patent grant.

IMMEDIATE LEGAL CONSEQUENCES: Any unauthorized use, analysis, reverse engineering, or commercial exploitation may constitute patent infringement and trade secret theft, subject to immediate legal action, monetary damages, and injunctive relief.

ENHANCED USER REPRESENTATIONS

Enhanced User Representations

By using the Services, you represent and warrant that:

You have the legal capacity and agree to comply with these Legal Terms You are not under the age of 18 You are not a minor in the jurisdiction in which you reside You will not access the Services through automated or non-human means You will not use the Services for any illegal or unauthorized purpose Your use of the Services will not violate any applicable law or regulation You are not employed by, affiliated with, or acting on behalf of any food manufacturing company, bakery operation, fermentation business, or potential competitor You will not conduct, commission, or facilitate any analysis, testing, or reverse engineering of our products You acknowledge that all content represents proprietary trade secrets and patent-pending innovations

Comprehensive Commercial Use Restrictions

Strictly Prohibited Commercial Activities for Keto, Low-Carb, Diabetic-Friendly, Heart-Healthy, Whole Food, and Plant-Based Markets:
Manufacturing, producing, or creating any products using our methods, processes, or formulations
Selling any food products that incorporate our techniques, recipes, starter cultures, or derivatives
Operating any food service business utilizing our proprietary information
Teaching, training, or educating others using our methods for any commercial gain
Creating competing products or services based on our innovations or trade secrets
Licensing, sublicensing, or transferring any rights to third parties
Consulting or advising others based on our proprietary information
Publishing or distributing content derived from our proprietary methods for keto, low-carb, diabetic-friendly, heart-healthy, whole food, and plant-based applications

Commercial Licensing Framework

Licensing Availability for Specialized Dietary Markets:
Authorized food service operations with strict territorial restrictions for keto, low-carb, diabetic-friendly, heart-healthy, whole food, and plant-based applications
Licensed bakery operations with quality control requirements for specialized dietary markets
Educational institutions with academic use limitations
Approved commercial partners with comprehensive agreements covering multiple dietary market segments

STRICT REVERSE ENGINEERING PROHIBITION

ABSOLUTE PROHIBITION

Users are EXPRESSLY and STRICTLY PROHIBITED from:

Product Analysis:

Users are prohibited from:

Conducting any chemical, microbiological, nutritional, or compositional analysis of Sinless Sourdough™ products
Reverse engineering starter formulations or processes through any means
Attempting to identify, isolate, or replicate proprietary starter compositions
Using any analytical methods to determine ingredient ratios, processing parameters, or formulation details
Employing advanced analytical techniques to reverse engineer products
Commissioning third parties to perform any of the above activities

Laboratory and Testing Restrictions:

Submitting Sinless Sourdough™ products to any laboratory, testing facility, or analytical service
Conducting microbiological analysis or composition identification
Performing chemical composition analysis beyond basic nutritional information
Any form of competitive intelligence gathering through product analysis
pH testing, fermentation kinetics analysis, or process replication attempts

Molecular and Biological Restrictions:

Users are prohibited from:
Chemical or biological analysis of starter cultures
Isolation or cultivation of individual components from mixed starters
Advanced biochemical analysis of fermentation products
Any biotechnological analysis or bioengineering applications

Third-Party Distribution Restrictions:

Providing Sinless Sourdough™ products to competitors, researchers, or analytical services
Sharing products with any entity seeking to replicate or compete with our offerings
Facilitating access to our products by any unauthorized third party
Creating samples or derivatives for distribution to others

ENFORCEMENT AND DETECTION

Monitoring Systems:

Sinless Sourdough™ employs sophisticated monitoring systems to detect unauthorized analysis or reverse engineering attempts.

We track:

Purchase patterns indicative of analytical intent
Geographic distribution to known competitors
Bulk orders or suspicious buying behavior
Industry affiliations of customers

Immediate Consequences:

Violation of reverse engineering prohibitions will result in:

Immediate termination of all access and services
Legal action for trade secret theft and patent infringement
Damages including but not limited to profits, losses, and legal fees
Injunctive relief to prevent further violations
Criminal referral where applicable under trade secret protection laws

COMPREHENSIVE INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY PROTECTION

Patent Rights and Patent Pending Status

Current Patent Applications

Sinless Sourdough™ has filed comprehensive patent applications covering:
Low-carbohydrate dehydrated sourdough starter development methods
Culture adaptation using specialized low-carb substrates
Two distinct starter types for wheat-based and gluten-free applications
Zero-waste fermentation culture utilization systems
Low-carbohydrate starter compositions and formulations
Dehydration processing and quality validation systems

Global Patent Strategy

Patent protection is being actively pursued in:
Canada (priority filing) United States (via PCT application) European Union (via European Patent Office) Japan, Australia, China, Mexico, Brazil, India Additional jurisdictions based on commercial opportunities

Patent Enforcement Rights

Upon patent grant, Sinless Sourdough™ reserves all rights to:

Enforce patent claims against any unauthorized use globally Seek monetary damages for past infringement dating to application filing dates Obtain injunctive relief against infringers License patent rights on commercial terms Prosecute willful infringement to the fullest extent of law

No License Granted: Access to Services does NOT grant any license under current or future patent rights. All patent rights are expressly reserved.

Trade Secret Protection

Proprietary Information

The following constitute protected trade secrets:
Heritage culture selection and evaluation methods
Culture screening criteria and adaptation protocols
Environmental conditions and feeding procedures
Quality control specifications and production parameters
Supplier relationships and sourcing networks
Customer data and market intelligence
Third-party testing coordination and validation procedures
Commercial production procedures and scaling techniques

Maximum Legal Protection

Trade secrets are protected under:
Canadian trade secret laws US Uniform Trade Secrets Act International trade secret protection treaties Contractual confidentiality obligations

Trademark and Brand Protection

Protected Marks: “Sinless Sourdough™” and all related branding elements are protected trademarks with:

Canadian trademark registration (pending/granted)
US trademark applications filed
International trademark protection via Madrid Protocol
Common law trademark rights globally

Brand Enforcement: Unauthorized use of trademarks will result in immediate legal action for trademark infringement, unfair competition, and cybersquatting where applicable.

Third-Party Validation

Independent validation has been conducted by the University of Guelph Food Innovation Centre (GFIC) through comprehensive testing methodologies including microbiological safety assessment, shelf-life validation, and quality characteristics analysis. Testing included Aerobic Colony Count, Yeast and Mold analysis, pathogen screening (E. coli, Salmonella, Staphylococcus aureus), Water Activity measurement, and organoleptic assessment conducted over 365-day ambient storage periods.

Results confirmed preservation of product quality and safety characteristics, demonstrating reproducibility, scalability, and suitability for commercial and dietary applications.

Regulatory Documentation

The complete independent validation report (Project #250129SRM) is available upon request by the examiner or regulatory authorities. Validation data supports regulatory compliance and market acceptance across multiple international jurisdictions, providing independent verification of technical performance and safety characteristics.

ENHANCED COMMERCIAL USE RESTRICTIONS

Absolute Commercial Prohibition Without License

Strictly Prohibited Commercial Activities:

Manufacturing, producing, or creating any products using our methods, processes, or formulations
Selling any food products that incorporate our techniques, recipes, starter cultures, or derivatives
Operating any food service business utilizing our proprietary information
Teaching, training, or educating others using our methods for any commercial gain
Creating competing products or services based on our innovations or trade secrets
Licensing, sublicensing, or transferring any rights to third parties
Consulting or advising others based on our proprietary information
Publishing or distributing content derived from our proprietary methods

Industry and Competitor Restrictions

Mandatory Disclosure: Users MUST immediately disclose if they are:

Employed by any food manufacturing, bakery, or fermentation company
Operating any food-related business or consulting service
Conducting research in fermentation, baking, nutrition, or related fields
Affiliated with any potential competitor or industry participant
Acting as an agent, consultant, or representative for any third party
Involved in any commercial food production or distribution

Competitor Monitoring: Sinless Sourdough™ actively monitors for:

Industry employee access to Services
Bulk purchases by commercial entities
Geographic clustering near competitor facilities
Coordinated purchasing patterns
Social media and professional networking connections to competitors

Immediate Termination: Discovery of undisclosed commercial affiliations will result in immediate account termination and legal action.

Commercial Licensing Framework

Licensing Availability: Commercial licensing MAY be available for:

Authorized food service operations with strict territorial restrictions
Licensed bakery operations with quality control requirements
Educational institutions with academic use limitations
Approved commercial partners with comprehensive agreements

Licensing Terms: All commercial licenses require:

Substantial licensing fees and ongoing royalties
Strict quality control and brand protection measures
Limited territorial and market scope
Regular audits and compliance monitoring
Immediate termination rights for violations

Contact for Licensing: Commercial license inquiries: sinlesssourdough@gmail.com (Subject: Commercial License Inquiry)

COMPETITOR DETECTION AND MONITORING SYSTEMS

Advanced Monitoring Protocol

Automated Detection Systems: We employ sophisticated monitoring including:

IP address tracking and geolocation analysis
Purchase pattern analysis and anomaly detection
Professional network analysis and industry affiliation checking
Social media monitoring for commercial use indicators
Cross-referencing with industry databases and competitor employee lists

Red Flag Indicators:

Multiple accounts from same organization or location
Bulk purchasing patterns inconsistent with personal use
Professional email addresses from food industry companies
Geographic proximity to known competitors
Social media profiles indicating commercial food operations

Investigation Protocols: Suspected commercial use triggers:

Immediate account review and potential suspension
Enhanced monitoring and purchase restrictions
Legal investigation and evidence preservation
Contact with user for disclosure and explanation
Potential legal action if violations confirmed

MANDATORY CONFIDENTIALITY AND NON-DISCLOSURE

Comprehensive Confidential Information

Protected Confidential Information includes:

All proprietary recipes, formulations, and processes
Specialized techniques and methodologies
Business processes, procedures, and operational methods
Supplier information and sourcing networks
Customer data and market intelligence
Financial information and business strategies
University collaboration details and validation protocols
Future product development and research directions
Any information marked or reasonably understood to be confidential

Strict Non-Disclosure Obligations

Users agree to:

Maintain absolute confidentiality of all proprietary information
Not disclose, distribute, or share confidential content with any third parties
Not use confidential information for any purpose other than personal, non-commercial use
Not reverse engineer, analyze, or attempt to replicate proprietary formulations or processes
Not create derivative works based on proprietary information
Not store confidential information on shared or unsecured systems
Not discuss proprietary information in public forums or social media

Enhanced Confidentiality Terms

Confidentiality Period: Confidentiality obligations remain in effect:

During access to Services (active term)
For TEN (10) years after termination of access (survival period)
Indefinitely for trade secrets and patent-pending information
Until information becomes publicly available through authorized disclosure

Survival of Obligations: Confidentiality, intellectual property, and non-disclosure provisions survive:

Termination of access to Services
Expiration of any subscription or membership
Closure or sale of Sinless Sourdough™ business
Any other agreement termination between parties

EVIDENCE PRESERVATION AND LEGAL COMPLIANCE

Documentation and Evidence Requirements

User Obligations for Evidence Preservation:

Maintain records of all use consistent with Terms
Preserve communications regarding Services use
Document compliance with confidentiality obligations
Retain proof of personal, non-commercial use only

Company Evidence Collection:

All user activities are logged and monitored
Purchase patterns and access logs are permanently retained
Communications are archived for legal compliance
Violation evidence is preserved for potential litigation

Legal Cooperation Requirements

Users agree to:

Cooperate fully with any investigation of Terms violations
Provide truthful testimony in legal proceedings if required
Preserve all relevant documents and communications upon notice
Submit to jurisdiction for enforcement of these Terms

INTERNATIONAL ENFORCEMENT AND JURISDICTION

Global Enforcement Framework

Jurisdiction and Governing Law:

These Terms are governed by Canadian law
Users consent to jurisdiction in Canadian courts for all disputes
International enforcement available through treaty obligations
Choice of forum clauses apply to all related legal proceedings

International Patent and Trade Secret Enforcement

Global Legal Action Rights: Sinless Sourdough™ reserves the right to:

Pursue legal action in any jurisdiction where violations occur
Enforce patent rights in all countries where patents are granted
Seek trade secret protection under applicable international laws
Coordinate enforcement actions across multiple jurisdictions
Obtain injunctive relief to prevent international commerce in infringing products

Cross-Border Compliance

Users acknowledge:

Legal obligations apply regardless of user location
International law enforcement cooperation agreements may apply
Intellectual property violations may trigger multiple legal actions
Internet-based violations create jurisdiction in multiple countries

ENHANCED PROHIBITED ACTIVITIES

Comprehensive Prohibition List

Users may not:

Systematically retrieve data or content to create databases or compilations
Trick, defraud, or mislead Sinless Sourdough™ and other users
Circumvent, disable, or interfere with security features
Disparage, tarnish, or harm Sinless Sourdough™ or Services
Use information to harass, abuse, or harm others
Make improper use of support services or submit false reports
Use Services inconsistent with applicable laws or regulations
Engage in unauthorized framing or linking to Services
Upload or transmit viruses, malware, or harmful material
Engage in automated use of systems without authorization
Delete copyright or proprietary rights notices
Attempt to impersonate other users or persons
Interfere with, disrupt, or create undue burden on Services
Harass, annoy, intimidate, or threaten employees or agents
Attempt to bypass access restriction measures
Copy, adapt, or modify Services software
Reverse engineer any software comprising Services
Make unauthorized commercial use of Services
Conduct or facilitate any competitive intelligence gathering
Share access credentials with unauthorized third parties
Create multiple accounts to circumvent restrictions
Use Services to benefit competitors or unauthorized third parties

DUAL ACCEPTANCE AND MEMBERSHIP UPGRADE PROCESS

Mandatory Dual Terms Acceptance

Two-Stage Agreement Process: Access to Sinless Sourdough™ Services requires TWO separate acceptances of these Terms:

Initial Product Purchase Agreement: Users must accept these Terms when purchasing any starter culture or product ($19.99 CAN and up, shipping included)
Membership Upgrade Agreement: Users must re-accept these Terms when upgrading to paid membership access (including free upgrades via promotional codes)

Legal Binding Effect: Each acceptance creates a separate, legally binding agreement. Users are bound by these Terms at each stage and cannot claim lack of notice or understanding.

Promotional Code and Free Upgrade Process

Free Membership Upgrades: Promotional codes may provide free access to paid membership tiers, but:

Users must still explicitly accept these Terms during upgrade process
All Terms apply equally regardless of payment amount (including $0 upgrades)
Promotional access does not reduce legal obligations or IP protections
Free access may be terminated immediately for any Terms violations

Code-Based Upgrades: When using promotional codes:

Users acknowledge they have read and understand all Terms provisions
Enhanced monitoring applies due to expanded access to proprietary content
All confidentiality and non-disclosure obligations apply in full
Commercial use restrictions apply regardless of promotional pricing

Enhanced Obligations for Upgraded Members

Paid and Upgraded Members (including free upgrades) acknowledge:

Access to more sensitive proprietary information and trade secrets
Enhanced monitoring and compliance requirements
Stricter enforcement of confidentiality obligations
Greater potential damages for violations due to expanded access
No refunds or compensation for termination due to violations

Acknowledgment of Understanding

By completing BOTH acceptance processes, users confirm:

Complete understanding of all Terms and obligations
Acknowledgment that free or promotional access does not reduce legal obligations
Understanding that enhanced access creates enhanced legal responsibilities
Acceptance of immediate termination rights for any violations
Agreement to dual acceptance process as legally binding and enforceable

MEMBERSHIP STRUCTURE AND BILLING

Membership Tiers and Access Control

Product Purchase Tier:

Initial starter culture purchase ($19.99 CAN shipping included)
Basic access to product use instructions and basic support
Subject to all Terms including confidentiality and IP protections

Enhanced Membership Tiers:

Free and paid membership levels with expanded access to proprietary content
Available through direct purchase or promotional code upgrades
Enhanced monitoring for members with greater access to trade secrets
Immediate termination rights for any violations regardless of payment status

Promotional Code Access:

Free membership upgrades available through promotional codes
Same legal obligations apply regardless of promotional pricing
Enhanced scrutiny due to expanded access to proprietary materials
No reduction in IP protections or enforcement rights due to promotional access

Pricing and Payment Terms

Starter Culture Products: $19.99 CAN (shipping included) minimum purchase

Membership Upgrades: Variable pricing or promotional code access

Currency: All prices in Canadian Dollars unless otherwise specified

Payment Processing: Immediate upon purchase confirmation and Terms acceptance

Recurring Billing and Termination

Billing Authorization: Paid members authorize recurring charges until canceled

Termination Rights: Sinless Sourdough™ may terminate memberships immediately for:

Any violation of these Terms
Suspected commercial use without license
Failure to disclose industry affiliations
Any conduct harmful to business interests

Cancellation: Members may cancel by contacting sinlesssourdough@gmail.com

Refund Policy: No refunds except where required by law, with NO refunds for violations

LIMITATION OF LIABILITY AND DISCLAIMERS

Maximum Legal Protection

Liability Limitations: To the fullest extent permitted by law:

Sinless Sourdough™ is not liable for any damages from Services use
No responsibility for indirect, incidental, or consequential damages
Maximum liability limited to amount paid for Services
All content provided “AS IS” without warranties

Health and Safety Disclaimers

Important Notices:

Products are for culinary purposes only, not medical treatment
No medical advice provided regarding dietary benefits
Users responsible for checking allergen and dietary compatibility
Consult healthcare providers before significant dietary changes
Individual results may vary based on personal health conditions

Regulatory Compliance

User Responsibility: Users solely responsible for:

Compliance with local food safety regulations
Appropriate labeling and allergen disclosures
Business licensing and health department requirements
Any commercial food production regulations if licensed

ENFORCEMENT AND REMEDIES

Immediate Enforcement Rights

Sinless Sourdough™ may immediately:

Terminate access to all Services
Pursue legal action for damages and injunctive relief
Seek temporary restraining orders and preliminary injunctions
Collect attorney fees and litigation costs
Report violations to appropriate law enforcement
Coordinate with international enforcement agencies

Remedies and Damages

Available Remedies include:

Actual damages from violations
Profits obtained through unauthorized use
Statutory damages where applicable
Injunctive relief to prevent future violations
Destruction of infringing materials
Attorney fees and litigation costs
Punitive damages for willful violations

Equitable Relief

Irreparable Harm Acknowledgment:

Users acknowledge that violations may cause irreparable harm requiring immediate injunctive relief without bond or proof of damages.

INDEMNIFICATION

Comprehensive Indemnification

Users agree to indemnify and hold harmless Sinless Sourdough™ from:

All claims arising from Services use or Terms violations
Any breach of confidentiality or intellectual property obligations
Unauthorized commercial use or reverse engineering activities
Any third-party claims related to user conduct
All legal fees, costs, and expenses related to enforcement
Damages from any intellectual property infringement by user

MODIFICATION AND AMENDMENT

Amendment Rights

Sinless Sourdough™ reserves the right to:

Modify these Terms at any time with immediate effect
Add new restrictions or obligations as needed
Enhance intellectual property protections
Update enforcement procedures and remedies

Notice of Changes: Changes will be posted on website and effective immediately

Continued Use: Ongoing use constitutes acceptance of modified Terms

MISCELLANEOUS PROVISIONS

Severability and Enforcement

Invalid provisions modified to minimum extent necessary
Remaining provisions remain in full force
No waiver of rights through delayed enforcement
These Terms supersede all previous agreements

Survival Provisions

The following survive termination indefinitely:

Intellectual property and confidentiality obligations
Patent and trade secret protections
Non-disclosure and non-compete restrictions
Indemnification and liability limitations
Enforcement and remedy provisions

Contact Information

For all legal matters: sinlesssourdough@gmail.com Subject Line Format: [LEGAL] – [Nature of Inquiry] Commercial Licensing: [COMMERCIAL LICENSE] – [Specific Request]

COPYRIGHT AND FINAL NOTICE

PATENT PENDING – GLOBAL PROTECTION IN MULTIPLE JURISDICTIONS

These Legal Terms constitute a legally binding agreement with maximum intellectual property protection. By accessing Services, you acknowledge complete understanding and agreement to all Terms. Violations will be prosecuted to the fullest extent of law with immediate legal action and maximum available remedies.

UNAUTHORIZED USE IS STRICTLY PROHIBITED AND WILL RESULT IN IMMEDIATE LEGAL CONSEQUENCES.