Content & Attribution Policy

At ZoeyCooks.com, we value originality, transparency and respect for intellectual property. This Content & Attribution Policy explains how our content is created, credited and used and outlines expectations for both our readers and third parties.

Original Content

All content published on ZoeyCooks.com — including recipes, written text, photographs, graphics and videos — is original work created by Zoey Lane, unless otherwise stated.

Recipes are developed, tested and written in our own kitchen. While inspiration may come from traditional dishes, family recipes or widely known techniques, the final presentation, instructions and wording are unique to ZoeyCooks.com.

Inspiration & References

Food is creative and often inspired by shared culinary traditions. Some recipes or ideas Food is creative and often inspired by shared culinary traditions. Some recipes on ZoeyCooks.com may be inspired by the work, techniques, or style of well-known chefs and food creators such as Delia Smith, Mary Berry, James Martin, Nigella Lawson, The Hairy Bikers and Jamie Oliver, as well as other cooks and traditional sources.

However:

  • We do not copy content word-for-word from any chef, website, book, or publication
  • All recipes are written in our own words, tested in our own kitchen, and adapted to suit our audience
  • Any inspiration is transformed into an original recipe with unique instructions, measurements, and presentation

Reference to any chef, name, brand, or trademark is for informational and attributional purposes only and does not imply endorsement, sponsorship, or affiliation.

Use of Third-Party Content

If ZoeyCooks.com uses third-party content (such as quotes, techniques, or external references), it is done in accordance with fair use principles and properly attributed where required.

We respect the intellectual property rights of others and expect the same in return.

Image & Media Policy

All images and media published on ZoeyCooks.com are either:

  • Original photographs and media created by Zoey Lane, or
  • Properly licensed stock images, or
  • Used with permission from the original creator

Unauthorized use, reproduction or redistribution of our images or media is strictly prohibited without prior written permission.

Attribution Requests

If you believe any content on ZoeyCooks.com should be credited differently or you feel attribution is missing or incorrect, please contact us. We take such requests seriously and will review and address them promptly.

Use of ZoeyCooks Content by Others

You may:

  • Share links to our content on social media or websites
  • Quote short excerpts with clear attribution and a direct link back to ZoeyCooks.com

You may not:

  • Republish full recipes or articles
  • Copy images or videos without permission
  • Present our content as your own

For licensing or permission requests, please contact us directly.

AI & Content Creation

ZoeyCooks.com may use modern tools, including AI-assisted technologies, as part of the content creation process. All content is reviewed, edited and curated by a human to ensure accuracy, originality, and quality.

Policy Updates

This Content & Attribution Policy may be updated from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date.

Contact Us

If you have questions regarding this policy, content usage or attribution, please contact us through the website’s contact page.