Terms and Conditions

Last Updated: April 6, 2026

Welcome to Barakah Roots (the “Website”). By accessing, browsing, or using this Website, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by the following Terms and Conditions. If you do not agree to these terms, please discontinue use of the Website immediately.

1. Purpose of the Website

Barakah Roots is a personal blog and digital platform sharing memoirs, reflections on motherhood, health journeys, and spiritual insights. All content provided is for informational and personal use only.

2. Intellectual Property Rights

Unless otherwise stated, all materials on this Website—including but not limited to text, original photography, graphics, logos, digital downloads, and products—are the sole property of Barakah Roots and are protected by international copyright laws.

  • Personal Use: You may print or download portions of the material for your own non-commercial use, provided you do not change or delete any copyright notices.
  • Restrictions: You may not copy, reproduce, republish, resell, or distribute any content, or “scrape” the Website for data, without express written permission from the owner.
  • Sharing: I encourage sharing links to my blog posts, provided that clear and prominent credit is given to Barakah Roots.

3. Medical and Professional Disclaimer

The content on Barakah Roots—specifically regarding my personal journey with Hashimoto’s, autoimmune health, and parenting—is based on personal experience and individual reflection.

  • Not a Substitute for Professional Advice: This content is not intended as medical, legal, or professional advice. It should not be used to diagnose, treat, or prevent any health condition.
  • Consult a Professional: Always seek the advice of a physician or other qualified health provider regarding any medical concerns.
  • Personal Risk: You acknowledge that any reliance on information provided on this Website is solely at your own risk.

4. Monetization and Affiliate Disclosure

To support the operations of Barakah Roots as a solo-creator platform, I may engage in affiliate marketing and advertising.

  • Affiliate Links: Some links on this Website are affiliate links. If you click on these links and make a purchase, I may earn a small commission at no additional cost to you.
  • Transparency: I only recommend products, books, or services that I have personally used or genuinely believe will add value to my readers.
  • Amazon Associates: As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.

5. Products, Payments, and Digital Goods

  • Secure Transactions: All payments for products or services are processed through secure third-party providers (such as Stripe or PayPal). Barakah Roots does not store or have access to your sensitive financial data.
  • Digital Product Usage: Purchased digital goods (e.g., e-books, guides, printables) are for single-user personal use only. You may not share, resell, or license these products to others.
  • No Refunds: Due to the intangible nature of digital products, all sales are final and non-refundable. If you experience technical difficulties, please contact me for assistance.

6. User Conduct and Comments

I strive to keep Barakah Roots a “sanctuary”—a place of respect and growth. By using this site, you agree not to post comments that are:

  • Abusive, defamatory, or harassing.
  • Spam or unauthorized promotional material.
  • Hateful or discriminatory. I reserve the right to moderate, edit, or delete any comments at my sole discretion.

7. External Links

This Website contains links to third-party websites for your convenience. Barakah Roots has no control over the content, privacy policies, or practices of these external sites and assumes no liability for them.

8. Limitation of Liability

Under no circumstances shall Barakah Roots or its owner be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages resulting from your use of, or inability to use, this Website. This includes, but is not limited to, loss of data, personal injury, or psychological distress resulting from the content shared.

9. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Barakah Roots and its owner from any claims, damages, or expenses (including legal fees) arising from your breach of these Terms or your use of the Website.

10. Governing Law

These Terms and Conditions are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the United Arab Emirates, without regard to its conflict of law principles.

11. Modifications to Terms

I reserve the right to change these Terms and Conditions at any time. Any updates will be posted on this page with a revised “Last Updated” date. Continued use of the Website after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the new Terms.

12. Contact Information

If you have any questions or concerns regarding these Terms, please contact me at: Email: ummabdallah@barakahroots.com