Terms of Service

Overview

This website is operated by Marea. Throughout the site, the terms “we”, “us” and “our” refer to Marea. Marea offers this website, including all information, tools and Services available from this site to you, the user, conditioned upon your acceptance of all terms, conditions, policies and notices stated here.

By visiting our site and/or purchasing something from us, you engage in our “Service” and agree to be bound by the following terms and conditions (“Terms of Service”, “Terms”), including those additional terms and conditions and policies referenced herein and/or available by hyperlink. These Terms of Service apply to all users of the site, including without limitation users who are browsers, vendors, customers, merchants, and/or contributors of content.

Please read these Terms of Service carefully before accessing or using our website. By accessing or using any part of the site, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree to all the terms and conditions, you may not access the website or use any Services.

Any new features or tools added to the current store shall also be subject to the Terms of Service. You can review the most current version of the Terms of Service at any time on this page. We reserve the right to update, change or replace any part of these Terms by posting updates and/or changes to our website. Your continued use of or access to the website following the posting of any changes constitutes acceptance of those changes.

Our store is hosted on Squarespace. They provide us with the online e-commerce platform that allows us to sell our products and Services to you.

I – Online store terms

By agreeing to these Terms, you represent that you are at least the age of majority in your province of residence, or that you are the age of majority in your province of residence and you have given consent for any of your minor dependents to use this site.

You may not use our products for any illegal or unauthorized purpose nor may you, in the use of the Service, violate any laws in your jurisdiction. A breach or violation of any Terms will result in an immediate termination of your Services.

II – General conditions

We reserve the right to refuse Service to anyone for any reason at any time.
You understand that your content (not including credit card information) may be transferred unencrypted and involve transmissions over various networks. Credit card information is always encrypted during transfer over networks.

You agree not to reproduce, duplicate, copy, sell, resell or exploit any portion of the Service, without express written permission from us.

III – Accuracy, completeness and timeliness of information

We are not responsible if information on this site is inaccurate, incomplete, or not current. The material on this site is provided for general information only. Any reliance on this material is at your own risk.

IV – Modifications to the service and prices

Prices for our products are subject to change without notice.
We reserve the right at any time to modify or discontinue the Service (or any part thereof) without notice.
We shall not be liable to you or to any third-party for any modification, price change, suspension, or discontinuance.

V – Products or services

Our jewelry is handcrafted in small batches, which means pieces may vary slightly from photos shown online due to natural variations in materials such as shells, pearls, and stones. These variations are not considered defects but rather part of the uniqueness of each piece.

Certain products or Services may be available exclusively online. These products may have limited quantities and are subject to return or exchange according to our Refund Policy.

We have made every effort to display the colors and images of our products as accurately as possible. We cannot guarantee your device’s display will be accurate.

We reserve the right to limit the sales of our products to any person, region, or jurisdiction on a case-by-case basis.

VI – Accuracy of billing and account information

We reserve the right to refuse any order. We may limit or cancel orders placed per person, household, or order. In the event we change or cancel an order, we may contact you via the email or phone number provided at checkout.

You agree to provide current, complete, and accurate purchase and account information for all purchases.

VII – Third-party links

Certain content, products, and Services may include materials from third parties. Third-party links may direct you to websites not affiliated with us, for which we are not responsible.

VIII – User comments, feedback and other submissions

By submitting comments, feedback, or other materials, you agree that we may use them without restriction. You agree your submissions will not violate any third-party rights or contain unlawful or harmful material.

IX – Personal Information

Your submission of personal information through the store is governed by our Privacy Policy.

X – Errors, inaccuracies and omissions

Occasionally there may be errors or omissions relating to product descriptions, pricing, or availability. We reserve the right to correct such errors without prior notice.

XI – Prohibited uses

You are prohibited from using the site or its content for:
(a) unlawful purposes;
(b) to solicit unlawful acts;
(c) to violate regulations or laws;
(d) to infringe intellectual property rights;
(e) to harass, abuse, or harm others;
(f) to submit false information;
(g) to upload viruses;
(h) to collect personal data without consent;
(i) to spam or scam;
(j) for obscene purposes; or
(k) to interfere with site security.

XII – Disclaimer of warranties; limitation of liability

Our Service and all products provided through it are offered “as is” and “as available.” We do not guarantee that use of our Service will be uninterrupted, timely, secure, or error-free.

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Marea shall not be liable for any damages arising from your use of the Service or our products.

XIII – Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Marea and its affiliates, officers, employees, and suppliers from any claim arising from your breach of these Terms or violation of law.

XIV – Severability

If any provision of these Terms is deemed unlawful or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall remain valid and enforceable.

XV – Termination

These Terms remain effective unless terminated by either party. You may terminate at any time by ceasing use of the site. If you breach any Terms, we may terminate your access without notice.

XVI – Entire agreement

These Terms, along with any policies posted on the site, constitute the entire agreement between you and Marea.

XVII – Governing law

These Terms of Service and any separate agreements shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Province of British Columbia and the laws of Canada applicable therein.

XVIII – Changes to terms of service

We reserve the right to update or modify these Terms at any time. Your continued use of the website after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of those changes.

XIX – Contact information

Questions about the Terms of Service should be sent to us at hello@shopmarea.ca