Terms of Service & Disclaimer

Acceptance of terms

By accessing espressomachinelab.com (the "Site"), you agree to these Terms of Service. If you do not agree, please do not use the Site. We may update these terms at any time; continued use constitutes acceptance. Last updated: July 16, 2026.

Content & intellectual property

All content on the Site — text, graphics, illustrations, logos, and layout — is owned by Espresso Machine Lab and protected by copyright. You may share links and brief quotations with attribution. You may not republish, scrape, or reproduce substantial portions of our content without written permission.

Editorial disclaimer

Our reviews and guides reflect our honest opinions based on hands-on testing and research at the time of publication. Product specifications, prices, and availability change frequently and are controlled by manufacturers and retailers — always verify current details with the retailer before purchasing. We make no warranty that any information on the Site is complete, current, or error-free.

Content on this Site is provided for general information only and is not professional advice. Maintenance procedures (such as descaling or cleaning) are followed at your own risk; always consult your machine's manual and manufacturer guidance first. We are not responsible for damage to equipment resulting from procedures described on this Site.

Affiliate relationships

The Site contains affiliate links, including Amazon Associates links. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases. See our Affiliate Disclosure page for full details. Affiliate relationships do not influence editorial content.

Third-party links

The Site links to third-party websites (retailers, manufacturers, resources). We do not control and are not responsible for their content, policies, or practices. Purchases made on third-party sites are governed by those sites' terms.

Limitation of liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, Espresso Machine Lab and its contributors shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or special damages arising from your use of the Site or reliance on its content, including but not limited to purchasing decisions, equipment damage, or data loss. The Site is provided "as is" without warranties of any kind.

Trademarks

All product names, brand names, and logos mentioned on the Site (including Breville, De'Longhi, Gaggia, Ninja, Smeg, and others) are trademarks of their respective owners. Use of these names is for identification and review purposes only and does not imply affiliation with or endorsement by the trademark holders.

Governing law

These terms are governed by the laws of the United States. Any disputes shall be resolved in the courts of competent jurisdiction.

Contact

Questions about these terms: [email protected].