Terms of Service

1. Acceptance of Terms

Welcome to CrochetStore.shop ("we," "our," or "us"). These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your use of our website crochetstore.shop (the "Site") and the purchase of digital crochet patterns. By accessing or using our Site, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use our Site.

2. Description of Service

CrochetStore.shop is an online marketplace that provides digital crochet patterns for download. Our service includes:

• Digital crochet pattern downloads
• User account management and digital library access
• Customer support and pattern assistance
• Email communications about new patterns and updates

3. User Accounts

To purchase patterns and access your digital library, you may need to create an account. You are responsible for:

• Providing accurate and complete information when creating your account
• Maintaining the security of your account credentials
• All activities that occur under your account
• Notifying us immediately of any unauthorized use of your account

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate accounts that violate these Terms or engage in fraudulent activity.

4. Digital Pattern Purchases

4.1 Purchase Process

All purchases are processed securely through Lemon Squeezy. By completing a purchase, you agree to:

• Pay the listed price for the digital pattern(s)
• Provide accurate billing information
• Accept the digital nature of the product

4.2 Digital Delivery

Upon successful payment, you will receive:

• Immediate access to download your purchased patterns
• Email confirmation with download links
• Access to your digital library for future downloads

4.3 Pattern Usage Rights

When you purchase a digital crochet pattern, you receive a personal, non-transferable license to:

• Download and print the pattern for personal use
• Create items from the pattern for personal use or gifts
• Create items for physical sale (unless otherwise specified)

You may NOT:

• Share, distribute, or resell the digital pattern files
• Modify the pattern and redistribute it
• Use the pattern for commercial purposes without permission

5. Payment Terms

All payments are processed securely through Lemon Squeezy. We accept various payment methods including credit cards, PayPal, and other digital payment options. All prices are listed in USD unless otherwise specified.

• Payment is required at the time of purchase
• All sales are final unless otherwise stated
• We reserve the right to change prices at any time
• You are responsible for any applicable taxes

For information about refunds and returns, please see our Refund & Return Policy.

6. Intellectual Property

All crochet patterns, images, and content on this Site are protected by copyright and other intellectual property laws. The patterns are original works created by CrochetStore.shop unless otherwise credited.

• You may not copy, reproduce, or distribute our patterns without permission
• You may not claim our patterns as your own work
• You may not reverse engineer or recreate our patterns
• Any unauthorized use may result in legal action

7. User Conduct

When using our Site, you agree not to:

• Violate any applicable laws or regulations
• Infringe on the rights of others
• Upload or transmit harmful or malicious content
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems
• Interfere with the proper functioning of the Site
• Use automated systems to access the Site without permission

8. Privacy

Your privacy is important to us. Please review our Privacy Policy, which explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you use our Site.

9. Disclaimers

Our Site and patterns are provided "as is" without warranties of any kind. We disclaim all warranties, express or implied, including but not limited to:

• Merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose
• Accuracy or completeness of pattern instructions
• Uninterrupted or error-free service
• Compatibility with all devices or software

10. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, CrochetStore.shop shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, including but not limited to loss of profits, data, or use, arising from your use of our Site or patterns.

11. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless CrochetStore.shop from any claims, damages, or expenses arising from your use of our Site, violation of these Terms, or infringement of any rights of another party.

12. Termination

We may terminate or suspend your access to our Site immediately, without prior notice, for any reason, including if you breach these Terms. Upon termination, your right to use the Site will cease immediately.

13. Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. We will notify users of any material changes by posting the updated Terms on this page and updating the "Last updated" date. Your continued use of the Site after any modifications constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms.

14. Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with applicable laws, without regard to conflict of law principles. Any disputes arising from these Terms or your use of our Site shall be resolved through appropriate legal channels.

15. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable or invalid, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.

16. Contact Information

If you have any questions about these Terms of Service, please contact us:

17. Related Policies

Please also review our other policies:

• Privacy Policy
• Refund & Return Policy

18. Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy and Refund & Return Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and CrochetStore.shop regarding your use of our Site and supersede all prior agreements and understandings.