Terms of Use
Last Updated: June 9, 2026
These Terms of Use ("Terms") establish the legal agreement between you and Curiosity Shelf ("Company," "we," "us," "our") regarding your access to and use of our website curiosityshelf.com and all related services, including our online shop and content.
1. Acceptance of Terms
By accessing or using our website and services, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree with any part of these Terms, you must discontinue use immediately. We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. Continued use constitutes acceptance of changes.
2. Website Use License
Subject to these Terms, we grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to access and use our website for personal, non-commercial purposes. You agree not to:
- Modify, copy, or distribute website content without permission
- Access the website using automated tools (bots, scrapers, crawlers)
- Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems
- Interfere with website functionality or security
- Remove copyright, trademark, or other proprietary notices
- Use the website for illegal purposes or to violate any laws
3. Intellectual Property Rights
All website content, including text, images, graphics, logos, designs, code, and videos, is the exclusive property of Curiosity Shelf or its licensors and is protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws. You may not reproduce, distribute, or transmit this content without written permission.
User-Generated Content
If you submit content to our website (reviews, comments, etc.), you grant us a non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use, reproduce, and display that content. You represent that you own or have the right to use all submitted content.
4. Product Information and Pricing
- Accuracy: We strive to provide accurate product descriptions, prices, and availability. However, we do not guarantee complete accuracy. If you believe information is incorrect, please contact us.
- Pricing: Prices are subject to change without notice. We reserve the right to correct pricing errors on our website and in orders.
- Availability: Products are subject to availability. We will notify you if an item is unavailable after purchase.
- Discontinuation: We may discontinue any product at any time.
5. Shopping Cart and Orders
- Cart Expiration: Items in your shopping cart are not reserved. Cart contents are stored on your device only and may be lost if you clear your browser data.
- Order Acceptance: Your order is an offer to purchase. We reserve the right to accept, reject, or cancel any order at our sole discretion, including orders that appear unusual or fraudulent.
- Confirmation: Order confirmation emails do not constitute final acceptance until the order is processed and shipped.
6. Payment and Billing
- Payment Methods: We accept payments via the methods displayed on our checkout page.
- Accuracy: You agree to provide accurate billing information. You are responsible for any billing errors you commit.
- Authorization: By providing payment information, you authorize us to charge your account for purchases and any applicable taxes, shipping fees, and service charges.
- Fraud: Fraudulent or unauthorized transactions will be investigated and may result in legal action.
7. Return and Refund Policy
See our separate Return & Refund Policy for complete details on returns, refunds, and exchanges.
Summary:
- Returns accepted within 30 days of purchase
- Books must be in like-new condition
- Non-book items subject to availability
- Refunds processed within 5-7 business days
8. Shipping and Delivery
- Shipping Responsibility: Once items ship, they are at your risk. We recommend signature confirmation for high-value orders.
- Delivery Delays: We are not liable for delays caused by carriers, weather, natural disasters, or other circumstances beyond our control.
- Damage: Contact the carrier immediately if items arrive damaged. Report damage to us within 14 days of delivery.
- Carrier Liability: Shipping is subject to the carrier's terms and liability limits.
9. Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law:
- Disclaimer: Our website and services are provided "as is" without warranties of any kind, express or implied, including merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, or non-infringement.
- No Liability: In no event shall Curiosity Shelf be liable for indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, including lost profits, lost data, or business interruption, arising from your use of the website or services, even if we have been advised of the possibility of such damages.
- Maximum Liability: Our total liability shall not exceed the amount you paid for the product or service that gave rise to the claim.
10. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Curiosity Shelf, its owners, employees, and agents from any claims, damages, losses, or expenses (including legal fees) arising from:
- Your violation of these Terms
- Your use of the website or services
- Your violation of any law or third-party rights
- Your user-generated content
11. Third-Party Links and Services
Our website may contain links to third-party websites and services. We do not endorse, control, or assume responsibility for external content, privacy practices, or services. Your use of third-party services is subject to their terms and policies.
12. Prohibited Activities
You agree not to:
- Engage in harassment, abuse, or threats
- Post illegal, defamatory, or obscene content
- Attempt to exploit, scan, or test website security
- Interfere with other users' access to the website
- Commit fraud or misrepresent your identity
- Violate any applicable laws or regulations
13. Suspension and Termination
We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your access to the website at any time, for any reason or no reason, without notice or liability. This includes violations of these Terms, fraudulent activity, or conduct we deem inappropriate.
14. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution
These Terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Washington, without regard to its conflict-of-law principles. Any legal action or proceeding shall be exclusively brought in the state or federal courts located in Washington.
15. Severability
If any provision of these Terms is found invalid or unenforceable, that provision shall be modified to the minimum extent necessary to make it enforceable, and the remaining provisions shall remain in full effect.
16. Entire Agreement
These Terms, along with our Privacy Policy and Return & Refund Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and Curiosity Shelf regarding your use of the website and supersede all prior understandings and agreements.
17. Contact Us
For questions about these Terms:
Curiosity Shelf
contact@curiosityshelf.com
These Terms of Use are provided for informational purposes. Consult with a legal professional regarding your specific legal obligations and liability protection.