1. Acceptance of Terms

By visiting and using the Trigger & Thrive website (picfrancais.com) and its associated diagnostic tools, assessment features, and content, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be legally bound by these terms of use. These terms apply to all users, including but not limited to browsers, customers, vendors, and contributors of content.

If you are using this site on behalf of a household, family, or organization, you represent and warrant that you have the authority to bind that entity to these terms. Parents, guardians, and caregivers using this site to assess household cleaning sensitivities for dependents confirm they have the legal right to do so.

2. Use License and Permitted Activities

Trigger & Thrive grants you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to access and use this website and its diagnostic platform for personal, non-commercial purposes. You may:

• Browse and review content related to plant-based cleaning alternatives and chemical sensitivity information
• Complete the diagnostic assessment and sensitivity quiz to identify potential chemical triggers relevant to your household
• Access personalized recommendations and evidence-backed plant-based product suggestions based on your assessment results
• Share your own experience or feedback about the platform (subject to our content policies)

You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, adapt, translate, or create derivative works from any content on this site without express written permission from Trigger & Thrive. You may not use automated tools, scrapers, bots, or other technologies to extract data from the platform or circumvent access controls.

3. Intellectual Property Rights

All content on the Trigger & Thrive website—including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, diagnostic methodologies, assessment frameworks, plant-based substitution guides, chemical mapping diagrams, and illustrations—is the exclusive property of Trigger & Thrive or its content licensors and is protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws applicable in Germany and internationally.

The Trigger & Thrive name, logo, and all associated brand marks are trademarks of Trigger & Thrive. You may not use these marks without prior written consent. Any unauthorized use of our intellectual property is strictly prohibited and may result in legal action.

If you believe your intellectual property rights have been infringed by content on this site, please contact us at hello@picfrancais.com with details of the infringement.

4. User-Generated Content and Feedback

If you submit comments, testimonials, case narratives, or other user-generated content to Trigger & Thrive (whether through forms, surveys, or direct communication), you grant us a worldwide, royalty-free, perpetual license to use, reproduce, modify, and display that content for platform improvement, marketing, and educational purposes. We may anonymize or aggregate your feedback without further notice.

You represent and warrant that any content you submit is original, accurate, and does not infringe the rights of any third party. You are solely responsible for the content you provide. Trigger & Thrive reserves the right to remove or refuse any user-generated content that violates these terms or is otherwise inappropriate.

5. Disclaimers and Medical Disclaimer

No Medical Advice: The Trigger & Thrive diagnostic platform, assessment tools, and recommendations are provided for informational and educational purposes only. They are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, prevent, or manage any medical condition or disease. The content is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.

If you or a household member experience symptoms such as respiratory irritation, skin reactions, neurological sensitivity, or other health concerns related to cleaning products, please consult a qualified healthcare provider, allergist, or occupational health specialist. Do not rely solely on this platform to make medical decisions.

As-Is Basis: This website and all content, tools, and recommendations are provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis without warranties of any kind, either express or implied. Trigger & Thrive makes no warranty that the site will be uninterrupted, error-free, secure, or free from viruses or harmful components.

Accuracy of Information: While we strive to provide accurate, evidence-backed information about chemical sensitivities and plant-based alternatives, we do not guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or timeliness of all content. Chemical formulations, product availability, and scientific understanding evolve; users are responsible for verifying information independently.

Third-Party Products and Links: Trigger & Thrive may reference or link to third-party plant-based cleaning products, retailers, or external resources. We do not endorse, warrant, or assume responsibility for the quality, safety, or legality of products or services offered by third parties. Your use of third-party products is at your own risk and subject to their terms and conditions.

6. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Trigger & Thrive and its owners, operators, employees, and agents shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, punitive, or exemplary damages arising from your use of or inability to use this website or platform, including but not limited to damages for loss of profits, goodwill, data, or other intangible losses—even if Trigger & Thrive has been advised of the possibility of such damages.

In no event shall Trigger & Thrive's total liability for any claim arising from these terms or your use of the site exceed the amount you have paid to Trigger & Thrive in the twelve months preceding the claim, or €50 if you have not made any payment.

Some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of certain damages; in such cases, the above limitation shall apply to the maximum extent permitted by law.

7. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Trigger & Thrive, its owners, operators, employees, agents, and licensors from any claims, damages, losses, liabilities, and expenses (including reasonable legal fees) arising from or related to:

• Your use of the website or platform in violation of these terms
• Your user-generated content or submissions
• Your violation of any applicable law or regulation
• Your infringement of any third-party intellectual property or privacy rights
• Any harm caused by your reliance on information provided by this platform without independent professional verification

8. Prohibited Conduct

You agree not to use this website or platform for any unlawful or prohibited purpose, including but not limited to:

• Harassing, defaming, or threatening other users or Trigger & Thrive staff
• Posting false, misleading, or fraudulent information
• Attempting to gain unauthorized access to the platform or its systems
• Interfering with the normal operation of the site through hacking, malware, or denial-of-service attacks
• Collecting or harvesting personal data from other users without consent
• Selling, trading, or exploiting user data or assessment results
• Impersonating Trigger & Thrive or falsely claiming affiliation with the platform
• Posting spam, unsolicited advertising, or promotional content
• Violating any applicable data protection, privacy, or consumer protection laws

Trigger & Thrive reserves the right to suspend or terminate your access to the platform if you violate these terms or engage in prohibited conduct.

9. Privacy and Data Protection

Your use of this website is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which outlines how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal information. By using Trigger & Thrive, you consent to our data practices as described in the Privacy Policy. Please review the Privacy Policy carefully before providing any personal or health-related information.

Assessment results and diagnostic data you provide may be stored and used to improve our platform and recommendations, subject to applicable data protection laws in Germany and the European Union (including the General Data Protection Regulation, GDPR).

10. External Links and Third-Party Content

This website may contain links to external websites, resources, or third-party content that are not controlled by Trigger & Thrive. We are not responsible for the accuracy, legality, or appropriateness of external content. Your access to and use of external sites is at your own risk and subject to their terms and conditions.

Inclusion of a link does not imply endorsement or recommendation of the linked site or its content. If you encounter broken links or inappropriate external content, please notify us at hello@picfrancais.com.

11. Modifications to Terms and Service

Trigger & Thrive reserves the right to modify these terms of use at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting to the website. Your continued use of the site following any modification constitutes your acceptance of the updated terms. We encourage you to review these terms periodically to stay informed of any changes.

We may also modify, suspend, or discontinue the website or any features of the diagnostic platform at any time without notice or liability. We will make reasonable efforts to notify users of significant changes via email or prominent notice on the site.

12. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution

These terms of use are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Germany, without regard to its conflict of law principles. The parties agree that any disputes arising from or related to these terms or your use of the website shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts located in Berlin, Germany.

Before initiating formal legal proceedings, we encourage you to contact us at hello@picfrancais.com to attempt to resolve any dispute informally. If informal resolution is unsuccessful, you may pursue legal remedies available under German law.

13. Severability

If any provision of these terms is found to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable by a court of competent jurisdiction, that provision shall be modified to the minimum extent necessary to make it valid and enforceable, or if such modification is not possible, the provision shall be severed. The remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.

14. Entire Agreement

These terms of use, together with our Privacy Policy and any other policies or agreements referenced herein, constitute the entire agreement between you and Trigger & Thrive regarding your use of this website and platform. These terms supersede all prior negotiations, understandings, and agreements, whether written or oral.

15. Contact Information

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding these terms of use, please contact us:

Trigger & Thrive
Email: hello@picfrancais.com
Phone: +49 1512 7492350
Location: Berlin, Germany

We will make reasonable efforts to respond to inquiries within 10 business days.