Terms of Service
1. Agreement to Terms
By accessing, browsing, or using the Christopher Josiah website at https://christopherjosiah.com (the "Site"), operated by Christopher Josiah ("we," "our," or "us"), you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service ("Terms").
These Terms apply to all visitors, users, and customers of the Site. If you do not agree to these Terms, you must not access or use the Site.
These Terms are supplemented by our [Privacy Policy] and [Cookie Policy], which are incorporated herein by reference.
2. Changes to Terms
We reserve the right to update, modify, or replace these Terms at any time at our sole discretion. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting to the Site. The "Last Updated" date at the top will be revised accordingly.
Your continued use of the Site after any changes constitutes your acceptance of the new Terms. It is your responsibility to review these Terms periodically.
If we make material changes, we may provide additional notice (such as via email or a site banner).
3. Eligibility
By using this Site, you represent and warrant that:
- You are at least 13 years of age
- If you are under 18 years of age (or the age of majority in your jurisdiction), you have obtained parental or guardian consent to use the Site and agree to these Terms
- You have the legal capacity to enter into a binding agreement
- You are not prohibited from using the Site under any applicable law
If you are making a purchase, you must be at least 18 years of age or have permission from a parent or legal guardian.
4. Products and Orders
a. Product Descriptions
We strive to display our products as accurately as possible. However:
- Colors may vary slightly due to monitor/screen settings and lighting conditions
- Measurements are approximate and may vary slightly between individual garments
- Product images may show styling, accessories, or props that are not included with the product unless explicitly stated
- We reserve the right to update product descriptions, images, and specifications at any time
b. Pricing
- All prices are listed in Philippine Peso/PHP unless otherwise indicated
- Prices are subject to change without notice
- We reserve the right to correct any pricing errors, even after an order has been placed
- Prices do not include applicable taxes, shipping, or duties unless stated otherwise
- International customers may be subject to customs duties, import taxes, and fees imposed by their country. These are the customer's responsibility
c. Placing an Order
- Placing an order constitutes an offer to purchase the product(s)
- We reserve the right to accept or decline any order for any reason, including but not limited to:
- Product unavailability or stock errors
- Pricing errors
- Suspected fraudulent activity
- Exceeding quantity limits
- Errors in product or order information
- An order confirmation email does not constitute acceptance of your order. Acceptance occurs when the product is shipped and you receive a shipping confirmation
- We reserve the right to limit quantities per customer
d. Payment
- Payment is due in full at the time of purchase
- We accept the following payment methods: [credit cards, debit cards, PayPal, Apple Pay, Google Pay, etc. — specify based on the platform]
- All payments are processed securely through our third-party payment processor(s)
- You represent and warrant that you are authorized to use the payment method provided
- We do not store your complete payment information on our servers
e. Order Cancellation
- You may request to cancel an order by contacting us at [email address] before the order has been shipped
- Once an order has been shipped, it cannot be canceled but may be eligible for return (see Section 5)
- We reserve the right to cancel any order at our discretion and will provide a full refund if we do so
5. Shipping and Delivery
a. Shipping
- We ship to [domestic and international locations — specify]
- Shipping rates and estimated delivery times are calculated at checkout and vary based on destination, shipping method, and order size
- Shipping times are estimates only and are not guaranteed
- We are not responsible for delays caused by shipping carriers, customs processing, weather, natural disasters, or other events beyond our control
b. Tracking
- Once your order has shipped, you will receive a shipping confirmation email with tracking information (if available)
- It is your responsibility to track your package and be available for delivery
c. Risk of Loss
- Title and risk of loss for products pass to you upon delivery to the shipping carrier
- We are not responsible for packages that are lost, stolen, or damaged during transit
- If your package is lost or damaged in transit, please contact us and we will work with the carrier to resolve the issue
d. International Orders
- International customers are responsible for all customs duties, import taxes, VAT, and any additional fees imposed by their country
- We are not responsible for delays due to customs processing
- We do not falsify customs declarations or mark packages as "gifts"
e. Delivery Issues
- If you receive the wrong item or a defective product, please contact us within [7-14] days of delivery at [email address]
- You must provide photos of the item received and your order number
- We will arrange for a replacement or refund at our discretion
6. Returns, Exchanges, and Refunds
a. Return Policy
- We accept returns within [14-30] days of delivery
- Items must be:
- Unworn, unwashed, and in original condition
- With all original tags attached
- In original packaging (if applicable)
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Non-returnable items include:
- Sale or discounted items [if applicable]
- Gift cards
- Intimate apparel or swimwear [if applicable]
- Custom or personalized items [if applicable]
- Items marked as "Final Sale"
b. How to Initiate a Return
- Contact us at [email address] with your order number and reason for return
- We will provide you with return instructions and, if applicable, a return authorization number
- Ship the item(s) back to us using a trackable shipping method
- Return shipping costs are the customer's responsibility unless the return is due to our error (wrong item, defective product)
c. Refunds
- Refunds will be processed within [5-10] business days of receiving the returned item(s)
- Refunds will be issued to the original payment method
- Original shipping charges are non-refundable (unless the return is due to our error)
- Depending on your financial institution, it may take an additional 5-10 business days for the refund to appear on your statement
d. Exchanges
- If you would like to exchange an item for a different size or color, please contact us at [email address]
- Exchanges are subject to availability
- [If applicable: We recommend returning the original item for a refund and placing a new order to ensure availability]
e. Damaged or Defective Items
- If you receive a damaged or defective item, please contact us within [7] days of delivery
- Please include:
- Your order number
- Photos of the damaged/defective item
- A description of the issue
- We will offer a replacement or full refund at our discretion
7. Promotions, Discounts, and Gift Cards
a. Discount Codes
- Discount codes are subject to terms and conditions specified at the time of the promotion
- Codes cannot be combined with other offers unless explicitly stated
- We reserve the right to modify or cancel promotional offers at any time
- Codes are valid for a limited time and may have minimum purchase requirements
b. Gift Cards [if applicable]
- Gift cards are non-refundable and cannot be exchanged for cash
- We are not responsible for lost or stolen gift cards
- Gift cards do not expire [or specify expiration terms]
8. Intellectual Property
a. Our Content
All content on the Site, including but not limited to:
- Text, articles, and product descriptions
- Photographs, images, and graphics
- Logos, brand names, and trademarks
- Website design, layout, and visual elements
- Videos and multimedia content
- Software and code
is the property of Christopher Josiah or its licensors and is protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws worldwide.
b. Limited License
We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to access and use the Site for personal, non-commercial purposes only. This license does not include:
- Modifying or copying Site content
- Using content for commercial purposes without written permission
- Downloading, scraping, or data mining
- Reproducing, distributing, or publicly displaying our content
- Using our brand name, logo, or trademarks without authorization
- Creating derivative works from our content
c. Trademarks
"Christopher Josiah" and associated logos, product names, and slogans are trademarks of Christopher Josiah. You may not use these trademarks without our prior written consent.
d. User-Submitted Content
If you submit any content to us (such as product reviews, photos, or social media content), you grant Christopher Josiah a worldwide, non-exclusive, royalty-free, perpetual, irrevocable license to use, reproduce, modify, publish, display, and distribute such content in any media for promotional and business purposes. You represent that:
- You own or have the necessary rights to submit the content
- The content does not infringe on any third-party rights
- The content is not unlawful, obscene, defamatory, or harmful
We reserve the right to remove any user-submitted content at our sole discretion.
9. Acceptable Use
By using our Site, you agree not to:
- Use the Site for any unlawful, fraudulent, or malicious purpose
- Violate any applicable local, state, national, or international law or regulation
- Infringe on the intellectual property or proprietary rights of Christopher Josiah or any third party
- Transmit any viruses, malware, worms, Trojan horses, or other harmful code
- Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems, servers, or databases
- Interfere with or disrupt the Site's functionality, security, or performance
- Use automated tools (bots, scrapers, crawlers) to access or collect data from the Site without our express written permission
- Send spam, unsolicited communications, or promotional materials through the Site
- Impersonate any person, business, or entity
- Use the Site to collect personal information about other users
- Place fraudulent orders or use stolen payment information
- Harass, abuse, threaten, or intimidate any person
- Post or transmit any content that is defamatory, obscene, offensive, or hateful
- Resell or commercially exploit the Site or its content without authorization
- Circumvent, disable, or otherwise interfere with any security features of the Site
We reserve the right to take appropriate legal action, including reporting to law enforcement, for any illegal or unauthorized use of the Site.
10. Third-Party Links and Services
Our Site may contain links to third-party websites, services, or platforms (including social media, payment processors, and shipping carriers). These links are provided for your convenience only.
- We do not control, endorse, or assume responsibility for any third-party websites or services
- Accessing third-party links is at your own risk
- We encourage you to review the terms and privacy policies of any third-party site you visit
- We are not liable for any loss or damage arising from your use of third-party websites or services
11. Disclaimers
a. "As Is" and "As Available"
THE SITE, INCLUDING ALL CONTENT, PRODUCTS, AND SERVICES, IS PROVIDED ON AN "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" BASIS WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, WHETHER EXPRESS, IMPLIED, OR STATUTORY.
b. No Warranties
TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, CHRISTOPHER JOSIAH DISCLAIMS ALL WARRANTIES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO:
- IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, AND NON-INFRINGEMENT
- WARRANTIES THAT THE SITE WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED, ERROR-FREE, SECURE, OR FREE OF VIRUSES OR OTHER HARMFUL COMPONENTS
- WARRANTIES REGARDING THE ACCURACY, RELIABILITY, OR COMPLETENESS OF ANY CONTENT ON THE SITE
- WARRANTIES THAT DEFECTS WILL BE CORRECTED
- WARRANTIES ARISING FROM COURSE OF DEALING OR COURSE OF PERFORMANCE
c. Product Disclaimer
WHILE WE STRIVE FOR ACCURACY, WE DO NOT WARRANT THAT PRODUCT DESCRIPTIONS, IMAGES, PRICING, OR OTHER CONTENT ON THE SITE IS ACCURATE, COMPLETE, RELIABLE, CURRENT, OR ERROR-FREE. IF A PRODUCT OFFERED ON THE SITE IS NOT AS DESCRIBED, YOUR SOLE REMEDY IS TO RETURN IT IN ACCORDANCE WITH OUR RETURN POLICY.
12. Limitation of Liability
TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW:
CHRISTOPHER JOSIAH, ITS OWNERS, OFFICERS, DIRECTORS, EMPLOYEES, AGENTS, SUPPLIERS, AND AFFILIATES SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, EXEMPLARY, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO:
- Loss of profits, revenue, or income
- Loss of data or information
- Loss of business or goodwill
- Personal injury or property damage
- Emotional distress
- Any other intangible losses
ARISING FROM OR RELATED TO:
- Your use of or inability to use the Site
- Any products purchased through the Site
- Unauthorized access to or alteration of your data
- Statements or conduct of any third party on the Site
- Any other matter relating to the Site
OUR TOTAL AGGREGATE LIABILITY SHALL NOT EXCEED THE GREATER OF:
- The total amount you paid to Christopher Josiah in the twelve (12) months preceding the claim, or
- One Hundred U.S. Dollars ($100.00)
SOME JURISDICTIONS DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF CERTAIN WARRANTIES OR LIABILITY. IN SUCH JURISDICTIONS, OUR LIABILITY SHALL BE LIMITED TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW.
13. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Christopher Josiah, its owners, officers, directors, employees, agents, suppliers, and affiliates from and against any and all claims, damages, losses, liabilities, costs, and expenses (including reasonable attorneys' fees and court costs) arising out of or relating to:
- Your use of the Site or any products purchased through the Site
- Your violation of these Terms
- Your violation of any applicable law or regulation
- Your violation of any third-party rights (including intellectual property rights)
- Any content you submit or transmit through the Site
- Any fraudulent or illegal activity conducted through your use of the Site
This indemnification obligation shall survive the termination of these Terms and your use of the Site.
14. Governing Law
These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the [State/Province, Country], without regard to its conflict of law provisions.
Any legal action or proceeding arising out of or relating to these Terms shall be brought exclusively in the courts located in [City, State/Province, Country], and you consent to the personal jurisdiction of such courts.
15. Dispute Resolution
a. Informal Resolution
Before filing any formal legal claim, you agree to first contact us at [email address] and attempt to resolve the dispute informally. We will endeavor to resolve the dispute within thirty (30) days of receiving your notice.
b. Binding Arbitration
[Optional — include if desired]
If the dispute cannot be resolved informally, you and Christopher Josiah agree to resolve any claims relating to these Terms through final and binding arbitration administered by [arbitration body, e.g., the American Arbitration Association (AAA)] under its then-current rules, rather than in court.
- Arbitration shall take place in [location]
- The arbitrator's decision shall be final and binding
- Judgment on the arbitration award may be entered in any court of competent jurisdiction
c. Class Action Waiver
TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, YOU AND CHRISTOPHER JOSIAH AGREE THAT ANY DISPUTE RESOLUTION PROCEEDINGS WILL BE CONDUCTED ONLY ON AN INDIVIDUAL BASIS AND NOT IN A CLASS, CONSOLIDATED, OR REPRESENTATIVE ACTION. You waive any right to participate in a class action lawsuit or class-wide arbitration.
d. Exceptions
Notwithstanding the above, either party may seek injunctive or equitable relief in a court of competent jurisdiction to protect intellectual property rights or to prevent irreparable harm.
16. Severability
If any provision of these Terms is found by a court of competent jurisdiction to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect. The invalid or unenforceable provision shall be modified to the minimum extent necessary to make it valid and enforceable while preserving its original intent.
17. Waiver
The failure of Christopher Josiah to enforce any right or provision of these Terms shall not constitute a waiver of such right or provision. Any waiver must be in writing and signed by an authorized representative of Christopher Josiah.
18. Entire Agreement
These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy and Cookie Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and Christopher Josiah regarding your use of the Site and supersede all prior or contemporaneous agreements, communications, and proposals, whether oral or written.
19. Assignment
You may not assign or transfer these Terms, or any rights or obligations hereunder, without our prior written consent. We may assign these Terms without restriction.
20. Force Majeure
Christopher Josiah shall not be liable for any failure or delay in performing our obligations under these Terms due to causes beyond our reasonable control, including but not limited to:
- Natural disasters, epidemics, or pandemics
- War, terrorism, or civil unrest
- Government actions, sanctions, or embargoes
- Supply chain disruptions
- Power or internet outages
- Carrier or shipping delays
- Strikes or labor disputes
21. Contact Information
If you have any questions, concerns, or feedback regarding these Terms of Service, please contact us at:
Christopher Josiah
- Website: https://christopherjosiah.com