TERMS AND CONDITIONS
- Introduction
Welcome to Love Mushroom Spores! These Terms and Conditions (“Terms”) are a legal agreement between you and Love Mushroom Spores regarding your use of our website (https://lovemushroomspores.com) and the purchase of products from our online store. Please read these Terms carefully before using our website or placing an order. By accessing our website and purchasing products from us, you agree to be bound by these Terms.
- Acceptance of Terms
By accessing our website and placing an order for products, you affirm that you are of legal age to enter into this agreement and that you accept and agree to abide by these Terms and Conditions. If you are placing an order on behalf of an organization or company, you affirm that you have the legal authority to bind such organization or company to these Terms and Conditions.
- Changes to Terms
Love Mushroom Spores reserves the right to modify or update these Terms at any time without prior notice. Any changes will be effective immediately upon posting on our website. It is your responsibility to review these Terms periodically for any updates or changes. Your continued use of our website and purchase of products following the posting of any changes constitutes acceptance of those changes.
- Products and Orders
(a) Product Listings: Love Mushroom Spores offers a variety of mushroom spores and related products for sale on our website. Product listings may include descriptions, images, prices, and other details to help you make an informed purchase decision.
(b) Order Placement: By placing an order on our website, you are making an offer to purchase the products listed in your order under these Terms. All orders are subject to acceptance by Love Mushroom Spores. We reserve the right to refuse or cancel any order for any reason, including but not limited to product availability, errors in pricing or product descriptions, or suspicion of fraudulent activity.
(c) Order Confirmation: Upon receipt of your order, we will send you a confirmation email with your order number and details of the items you have ordered. Please note that order confirmation does not constitute acceptance of your order. Acceptance of your order and the formation of a contract of sale between you and Love Mushroom Spores will only occur when we dispatch the ordered products and send a shipping confirmation email.
(d) Age Restrictions: You may not purchase products from our website if you are under the age of 18 or the legal age to form a binding contract in your jurisdiction. By placing an order, you represent and warrant that you meet the age requirements and are authorized to make the purchase.
- Pricing and Payment
(a) Price Information: Prices for products listed on our website are subject to change without notice. The price charged for a product will be the price in effect at the time your order is placed and will be specified in your order confirmation email. All prices are in US dollars and do not include taxes or shipping charges unless otherwise stated.
(b) Payment: Payment for orders must be made in full at the time of purchase unless otherwise agreed by Love Mushroom Spores. We accept most major credit cards, debit cards, and other forms of electronic payment. Your payment information is processed securely and will not be stored or shared with third parties.
(c) Promotions: From time to time, Love Mushroom Spores may offer promotions or discounts on certain products. These promotions are subject to terms and conditions, which will be clearly stated at the time of the offer. In the event of a conflict between promotional terms and these Terms, the promotional terms will prevail.
- Shipping and Delivery
(a) Shipping Methods: Love Mushroom Spores offers various shipping options for delivery of your ordered products. Shipping and handling charges are calculated based on the selected shipping method, delivery destination, and the weight and dimensions of the products.
(b) Title and Risk: Title and risk of loss for products purchased from our website pass to you upon delivery to the carrier. We are not responsible for any delays or issues that may arise during the shipping process, including but not limited to delays caused by the carrier, customs processing, or adverse weather conditions.
(c) Delivery Estimates: While we make every effort to provide accurate delivery estimates, shipping and delivery dates are estimates only and are not guaranteed. Love Mushroom Spores is not liable for any delays in delivery, nor for any damages or losses resulting from delayed or failed deliveries.
- Returns and Refunds
(a) Return Policy: Love Mushroom Spores wants you to be fully satisfied with your purchase. If you are not satisfied with a product for any reason, you may request an exchange within 30 days of receipt, subject to the terms of our Return Policy.
(b) Refunds: It is of the discretion of Love Mushroom Spores to issue a refund after an attempt(s) of replacement(s). Love Mushroom Spores will issue a refund for the purchase price, less any applicable shipping charges or restocking fees, to the original payment method used for the purchase. Refunds are typically processed within 5-7 business days of receiving the returned products.
- Product Use and Restrictions
(a) Intended Use: Products sold by Love Mushroom Spores are intended for microscopy research and taxonomy purposes only. They are not intended for cultivation, propagation, or consumption. By purchasing products from our website, you agree to use them only for lawful and authorized purposes.
(b) Prohibited Activities: You may not use our website or products for any unlawful, unauthorized, or prohibited purpose, including but not limited to:
(i) Violating any applicable laws or regulations;
(ii) Misusing or modifying products for unauthorized purposes;
(iii) Reselling or redistributing products without authorization;
(iv) Engaging in fraudulent or deceptive activities.
(c) Compliance: You are solely responsible for compliance with all laws, regulations, and guidelines applicable to the purchase, possession, and use of products sold by Love Mushroom Spores. We disclaim any liability for your failure to comply with applicable laws.
- Intellectual Property
(a) Ownership: All content and materials on the Love Mushroom Spores website, including but not limited to text, images, graphics, logos, and designs, are the intellectual property of Love Mushroom Spores or its licensors. You may not reproduce, distribute, or modify any content from our website without prior written consent.
(b) License: Love Mushroom Spores grants you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to access and use our website and its content for personal and non-commercial purposes only. This license does not grant you any rights to reproduce, distribute, or exploit our intellectual property for commercial gain.
(c) Third-Party Content: Our website may contain links to third-party websites or resources. These links are provided for your convenience only and do not imply endorsement or affiliation with the linked sites. Love Mushroom Spores is not responsible for the content or practices of third-party websites.
- Privacy and Data Protection
(a) Privacy Policy: Love Mushroom Spores respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. Our Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and safeguard your data when you use our website or purchase products from us. By using our website and purchasing products, you consent to the collection and use of your information as described in our Privacy Policy.
(b) Information Collection: When you visit our website or place an order, we may collect personal information such as your name, email address, shipping address, and payment details. We use this information to process your orders, communicate with you, and improve our services. We may also collect non-personal information such as your IP address, browser type, and device information for analytical purposes.
(c) Data Security: Love Mushroom Spores employs industry-standard security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. We use encryption, firewalls, and other security technologies to safeguard your data. However, please note that no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
(d) Third-Party Services: We may use third-party service providers to process payments, fulfill orders, and perform other functions on our behalf. These service providers may have access to your personal information only to the extent necessary to perform their services and are contractually obligated to protect your information.
(e) Cookies: Love Mushroom Spores may use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience, analyze website traffic, and personalize content. You can control cookies through your browser settings and opt-out of certain tracking technologies, but please note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of our website.
(f) Marketing Communications: With your consent, we may send you marketing communications about our products, promotions, and special offers. You may opt-out of receiving marketing communications at any time by following the unsubscribe instructions included in the emails or contacting our customer service team.
(g) Data Retention: We will retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law. When we no longer need your information, we will securely delete or anonymize it.
- Disclaimer of Warranties
(a) General Disclaimer: Love Mushroom Spores provides our website and products on an “as is” and “as available” basis without any warranties or representations of any kind, express or implied. We make no warranties or guarantees regarding the accuracy, reliability, completeness, or timeliness of our website or products.
(b) Use at Your Own Risk: Your use of our website and products is at your own risk. Love Mushroom Spores disclaims all warranties, express or implied, including but not limited to warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, non-infringement, and title.
(c) No Guarantee of Results: Love Mushroom Spores does not guarantee any specific results from the use of our products. While we strive to provide high-quality products and information, the effectiveness and outcomes of using our products may vary depending on factors such as individual circumstances, environmental conditions, and proper application.
- Limitation of Liability
(a) Exclusion of Damages: In no event shall Love Mushroom Spores or its officers, directors, employees, agents, or affiliates be liable to you or any third party for any indirect, incidental, consequential, special, or punitive damages arising out of or in connection with your use of our website or products, even if advised of the possibility of such damages.
(b) Total Liability: Love Mushroom Spores’ total liability for any claims arising out of or related to these Terms, whether in contract, tort, or otherwise, shall not exceed the total amount paid by you for the products giving rise to the claim.
(c) Exception: Some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of liability for certain types of damages, so the above limitations may not apply to you to the extent prohibited by applicable law.
- Indemnification
You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Love Mushroom Spores and its officers, directors, employees, agents, and affiliates from and against any and all claims, liabilities, damages, losses, costs, expenses, or fees (including reasonable attorneys’ fees) arising out of or related to:
(a) Your use of our website or products;
(b) Your violation of these Terms or any applicable laws or regulations;
(c) Your violation of any rights of any third party;
(d) Any dispute or issue between you and any third party.
- Governing Law and Dispute Resolution
(a) Governing Law: These Terms and any disputes arising out of or related to these Terms or the use of our website or products shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of California, United States, without regard to its conflicts of law principles.
(b) Dispute Resolution: Any dispute, controversy, or claim arising out of or relating to these Terms shall be resolved through arbitration administered by the American Arbitration Association (“AAA”) in accordance with its Commercial Arbitration Rules. The arbitration shall take place in San Francisco, California, unless otherwise agreed by the parties. The decision of the arbitrator shall be final and binding upon the parties and may be enforced in any court of competent jurisdiction.
(c) Class Action Waiver: You agree that any arbitration or legal proceeding shall be conducted on an individual basis and not as a class, collective, or representative action. You waive any right to participate in any class action lawsuits or class-wide arbitrations against Love Mushroom Spores.
- Severability
If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect to the fullest extent permitted by law. Any invalid, illegal, or unenforceable provision shall be deemed replaced by a valid, legal, and enforceable provision that most closely matches the intent of the original provision.
- Entire Agreement
These Terms constitute the entire agreement between you and Love Mushroom Spores regarding your use of our website and purchase of products, superseding any prior agreements or understandings, whether written or oral, between you and Love Mushroom Spores.
- Contact Us
If you have any questions, comments, or concerns about these Terms and Conditions, please contact us at support@lovemushroomspores.com.