Last updated: November 21/2025
Welcome to JoelKaben.com (“the Site”). By accessing or using this website, you agree to these Terms of Use (“Terms”). If you do not agree with these Terms, please do not use the Site.
1. About This Site
JoelKaben.com is a personal blog where Joel shares travel experiences, life experiments, and personal reflections. Content is provided for general informational and entertainment purposes only.
Nothing on this site is professional advice (financial, legal, medical, psychological, etc.).
2. Acceptance of Terms
By using JoelKaben.com, you confirm that you:
- Have read, understood, and agree to these Terms; and
- Are at least 13 years old or have permission from a parent/guardian.
If you do not agree, please stop using the Site.
3. Not Professional Advice
The content on this Site reflects personal opinions and experiences only.
You should not treat anything here as:
- Professional financial advice
- Legal advice
- Medical or mental health advice
- Any other form of professional guidance
Always do your own research and/or consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on anything you read here. You are solely responsible for your actions.
4. Use of the Site
You agree not to:
- Use the Site for any illegal or harmful purpose
- Attempt to hack, disrupt, or interfere with the Site’s operation
- Scrape, copy, or harvest large amounts of content or data in an automated way
- Post or submit anything abusive, hateful, defamatory, or spammy (if comments or forms are available)
I reserve the right to restrict or block access to anyone who abuses the Site or violates these Terms.
5. Intellectual Property
Unless otherwise stated:
- All content on JoelKaben.com (text, images, graphics, etc.) is owned by Joel or used with permission.
- You may link to the Site and share short quotes with proper credit, but
- You may not copy, republish, or redistribute full posts or significant portions of content without prior written permission.
If you want to use content from the Site beyond fair use (for example, republish an article), please contact: privacy@joelkaben.com.
6. User Content (Comments, Messages, etc.)
If the Site allows comments or user submissions:
- You are responsible for what you post or submit.
- By posting or submitting content, you grant JoelKaben.com a non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free license to display, use, and store that content in connection with the Site.
- I may edit, remove, or refuse any comment or submission at my discretion, especially if it’s abusive, spammy, or off-topic.
7. Email, Newsletter & Communications
If you subscribe to the newsletter or contact me:
- You agree to receive the emails you signed up for (updates, new posts, etc.).
- You can unsubscribe at any time using the link in any email or by contacting me.
- Handling of your personal data (like email addresses) is explained in the Privacy Policy.
For privacy-related questions or requests, contact: privacy@joelkaben.com.
8. Third-Party Links
JoelKaben.com may include links to third-party websites, tools, or services.
- These external sites are not controlled by me.
- I am not responsible for their content, policies, or practices.
- If you choose to visit third-party websites or use their services, you do so at your own risk and should review their terms and privacy policies.
9. Affiliate Links & Recommendations
From time to time, the Site may include:
- Affiliate links (where I may earn a small commission if you purchase through a link), or
- Recommendations of products, tools, or services I personally use or find useful.
If affiliate links are used, they will be disclosed clearly and will not change the price you pay.
All opinions and recommendations remain my own, even if there is an affiliate relationship.
10. No Guarantees
While I do my best to keep information accurate and up to date, I do not guarantee that:
- All content is complete, accurate, or current
- The Site will always be available, error-free, or secure
- Any result, outcome, or benefit will come from following ideas, tips, or suggestions on the Site
You use the Site at your own risk.
11. Limitation of Liability
To the maximum extent permitted by law:
- JoelKaben.com and its owner (Joel) shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or special damages arising out of or in any way connected with your use of the Site.
This includes (but is not limited to) damages for loss of profits, data, or other intangible losses, even if advised of the possibility of such damages.
If you are dissatisfied with any part of the Site or these Terms, your sole remedy is to stop using the Site.
12. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify and hold harmless JoelKaben.com and its owner from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, and expenses (including reasonable legal fees) arising out of:
- Your use of the Site
- Your violation of these Terms
- Your infringement of any rights of another person or entity
13. Changes to the Site and Terms
I may update, modify, or remove content from the Site at any time, without notice.
I may also update these Terms from time to time. When I do, I will update the “Last updated” date at the top.
By continuing to use the Site after changes are posted, you agree to the updated Terms.
14. Governing Law
These Terms are governed by the laws of Canada, without regard to its conflict of law principles.
15. Contact
If you have any questions about these Terms, you can contact:
JoelKaben.com
Email: info@joelkaben.com
Website: https://joelkaben.com
