Terms of Service

Please read these terms carefully before using our website

Last updated: January 2026

Welcome to Coffee Beans AU. These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your access to and use of the coffee-beans.au website (the "Site"), including any content, functionality, and services offered on or through the Site.

By accessing or using the Site, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree to these Terms, you must not access or use the Site.

1. Acceptance of Terms

By using this Site, you confirm that you are at least 16 years of age and have the legal capacity to enter into these Terms. If you are accessing the Site on behalf of an organisation, you represent that you have authority to bind that organisation to these Terms.

2. Description of Service

Coffee Beans AU provides:

  • Educational content about coffee, brewing methods, and equipment
  • Product comparisons and recommendations for coffee beans
  • Interactive tools such as quizzes and comparison features
  • Links to third-party retailers where products can be purchased

We do not sell coffee directly. All purchases are made through third-party retailers, and those transactions are governed by the retailer's terms and conditions.

3. Affiliate Disclosure

Coffee Beans AU participates in affiliate marketing programs, including the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program. This means:

  • We may earn commissions when you click on affiliate links and make qualifying purchases
  • Affiliate relationships do not increase the price you pay for products
  • Our editorial content and recommendations are not influenced by affiliate compensation
  • We clearly disclose our affiliate relationships in our footer and where relevant

As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.

4. Intellectual Property Rights

The Site and its entire contents, features, and functionality (including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, icons, images, audio clips, and software) are owned by Coffee Beans AU, its licensors, or other providers and are protected by Australian and international copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

You may not:

  • Reproduce, distribute, modify, or create derivative works of our content without permission
  • Use our trademarks, logos, or branding without written consent
  • Scrape, data mine, or systematically extract content from the Site
  • Frame or mirror any part of the Site without authorisation

5. User Conduct

When using the Site, you agree not to:

  • Use the Site for any unlawful purpose or in violation of any applicable laws
  • Attempt to gain unauthorised access to any part of the Site or its systems
  • Transmit viruses, malware, or other harmful code
  • Interfere with or disrupt the Site's operation or servers
  • Impersonate any person or entity or misrepresent your affiliation
  • Collect or harvest user information without consent
  • Use automated systems to access the Site without permission

6. Third-Party Links and Content

The Site may contain links to third-party websites, including retailers and other resources. These links are provided for convenience only. We do not control and are not responsible for:

  • The content, privacy policies, or practices of third-party sites
  • Product availability, pricing, or quality on third-party sites
  • Transactions you conduct with third parties

Your use of third-party sites is at your own risk and subject to their terms and conditions.

7. Product Information Disclaimer

While we strive to provide accurate and up-to-date information about coffee products:

  • Product details, prices, and availability may change without notice
  • We rely on information provided by manufacturers and retailers
  • Always verify product details on the retailer's website before purchasing
  • Taste preferences are subjective, and our recommendations may not suit everyone

8. Disclaimer of Warranties

THE SITE IS PROVIDED ON AN "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" BASIS WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, AND NON-INFRINGEMENT.

We do not warrant that:

  • The Site will be uninterrupted, secure, or error-free
  • Results from using the Site will be accurate or reliable
  • Any errors in the Site will be corrected

9. Limitation of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, COFFEE BEANS AU AND ITS AFFILIATES, OFFICERS, DIRECTORS, EMPLOYEES, AND AGENTS SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO LOSS OF PROFITS, DATA, USE, OR GOODWILL, ARISING OUT OF OR RELATED TO YOUR USE OF THE SITE.

In no event shall our total liability exceed AUD $100.

10. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Coffee Beans AU and its affiliates, officers, directors, employees, and agents from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, and expenses (including reasonable legal fees) arising out of or related to your use of the Site, violation of these Terms, or infringement of any third-party rights.

11. Modifications to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting to the Site. The "Last updated" date at the top of this page indicates when the Terms were last revised. Your continued use of the Site after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the modified Terms.

12. Termination

We may terminate or suspend your access to the Site at any time, without prior notice or liability, for any reason, including if you breach these Terms. Upon termination, your right to use the Site will immediately cease.

13. Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Victoria, Australia, without regard to its conflict of law provisions. Any disputes arising under these Terms shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of Victoria, Australia.

14. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable or invalid, that provision shall be limited or eliminated to the minimum extent necessary, and the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.

15. Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and Coffee Beans AU regarding your use of the Site and supersede any prior agreements.

16. Contact Information

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