Terms of service

1. Agreement to Terms

By accessing or using the Safe Kids Path website (safekidspath.com), purchasing our products, or using our services, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service ("Terms").

If you do not agree to these Terms, do not use our website or purchase our products.

These Terms apply to all visitors, users, customers, and others who access or use our website and services.

2. Who We Are

Safe Kids Path provides educational books and resources designed to teach body safety to children ages 4+.

Business Name: Safe Kids Path
Contact Email: Contact@safekidspath.com
Website: safekidspath.com

3. Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify or replace these Terms at any time at our sole discretion.

When we make changes:

  • We will post the updated Terms on this page
  • We will update the "Last Updated" date at the top
  • Material changes will be communicated via email to registered customers (if applicable)

Your continued use of our website after changes means you accept the new Terms.

We encourage you to review these Terms periodically.

4. Eligibility and Account Registration

Age Requirement

You must be at least 18 years old to make purchases on our website. By placing an order, you confirm that you are 18 or older.

Account Information

If you create an account on our website, you agree to:

  • Provide accurate, current, and complete information
  • Update your information to keep it accurate
  • Maintain the security of your password
  • Notify us immediately of any unauthorized use of your account

You are responsible for all activity that occurs under your account.

Account Termination

We reserve the right to refuse service, terminate accounts, or cancel orders at our discretion, including but not limited to:

  • Violation of these Terms
  • Fraudulent activity
  • Abusive behavior toward our staff
  • Suspected illegal activity

5. Products and Services

What We Sell

Safe Kids Path sells:

  • Educational books for children ages 3-6
  • Box sets containing multiple books
  • Parent guides and educational resources
  • Related children's safety education products

Educational Purpose Only

IMPORTANT: Our products are educational tools designed to help parents teach body safety concepts to children.

Our products are NOT:

  • Therapy or counseling services
  • Medical advice or treatment
  • Guaranteed protection against abuse or harm
  • A replacement for professional mental health services
  • Legal advice

Our books teach prevention concepts but cannot guarantee any specific outcome.

Product Descriptions

We attempt to describe our products as accurately as possible. However:

  • Colors may appear differently on different screens
  • Actual product dimensions may vary slightly
  • Product specifications are subject to change without notice

We reserve the right to correct any errors, inaccuracies, or omissions in product descriptions, pricing, or availability.

Age Recommendations

Products are designed for children ages 3-6 unless otherwise specified. Age recommendations are guidelines only. Parents should use their judgment in determining appropriateness for their child.

6. Pricing and Payment

Prices

All prices are listed in U.S. Dollars (USD) and are subject to change without notice.

Price displayed at checkout is the price you will be charged (not the price you may have seen earlier if it has changed).

Taxes

Prices do not include applicable sales tax. Sales tax will be calculated and added at checkout based on your shipping address and applicable state/local laws.

Payment Methods

We accept:

  • Major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover)
  • Debit cards
  • PayPal
  • Other payment methods as displayed at checkout

Payment Processing

Payment is processed through secure third-party payment processors. We do not store your credit card information on our servers.

By providing payment information, you authorize us to charge the total amount shown at checkout.

Pre-Orders

For pre-order items:

  • Your payment method will be authorized at time of order
  • You will be charged when the item ships (not when you place the pre-order)
  • Pre-order prices are locked in at time of order (even if price increases before ship date)
  • You may cancel pre-orders before the ship date with no charge

Our current pre-order ship date: December 12, 2024

Failed Payments

If your payment fails or is declined:

  • We will notify you via email
  • Your order will not be processed until payment is successful
  • We reserve the right to cancel the order after multiple failed payment attempts

Promotional Codes and Discounts

  • Promotional codes must be entered at checkout
  • Only one promotional code per order unless otherwise specified
  • Codes cannot be applied retroactively to previous orders
  • Codes may have expiration dates and usage limits
  • We reserve the right to void promotional codes if fraud or abuse is suspected

7. Shipping and Delivery

Shipping Timeframes

Estimated shipping times are provided at checkout and are not guaranteed. Delays may occur due to:

  • Carrier delays
  • Weather events
  • High order volume
  • Customs processing (international orders)
  • Incorrect shipping address provided

We are not responsible for carrier delays beyond our control.

Shipping Address

You are responsible for providing an accurate shipping address.

If your package is returned to us due to an incorrect address you provided, you will be responsible for re-shipping costs.

International Shipping

International customers are responsible for:

  • Any customs fees, duties, or taxes imposed by their country
  • Compliance with their country's import laws
  • Additional shipping time for customs processing

We are not responsible for packages held or delayed by customs.

Risk of Loss

Risk of loss and title for items purchased pass to you upon delivery to the shipping carrier.

8. Returns and Refunds

Returns and refunds are governed by our Refund Policy (separate document).

Summary:

  • We accept returns for damaged or defective products only
  • Claims must be made within 7 days of delivery
  • No returns accepted for change of mind or opened/used books
  • Full refund policy available at: [link to refund policy page]

These Terms incorporate our Refund Policy by reference.

9. Intellectual Property Rights

Our Content

All content on our website and in our products is owned by Safe Kids Path or our licensors, including:

  • Book text and illustrations
  • Website design and layout
  • Logo and brand elements
  • Product descriptions
  • Photos and graphics
  • Parent guides and educational materials

This content is protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

What You Can Do

You may:

  • View and read our books for personal, non-commercial use
  • Share photos of our products on social media (with credit to Safe Kids Path)
  • Read our books to children in your care (home, classroom, therapy setting)

What You Cannot Do

You may NOT:

  • Reproduce, copy, or redistribute our books without permission
  • Create derivative works based on our content
  • Sell or commercially exploit our materials
  • Remove copyright notices or watermarks
  • Use our content for commercial purposes without written permission
  • Scan or digitally reproduce our books to share or sell

Teachers/Therapists: You may use purchased books in professional settings (classrooms, therapy offices), but may not make copies or distribute reproductions.

Trademarks

"Safe Kids Path" and our logo are trademarks of Safe Kids Path. You may not use our trademarks without our prior written permission.

10. User-Generated Content

Reviews and Testimonials

If you submit reviews, testimonials, photos, or other content to us:

  • You grant us a perpetual, worldwide, royalty-free license to use, display, and reproduce that content
  • You confirm that the content is your own and does not violate any third-party rights
  • You agree we may edit content for length, clarity, or appropriateness
  • We reserve the right to remove any content at our discretion

Photo Submissions

If you submit photos of children using our products:

  • You confirm you have parental consent to submit the photo
  • You understand the photo may be used in our marketing materials
  • You waive any compensation for use of the photo

We will never share identifying information about children without explicit permission.

11. Prohibited Uses

You agree NOT to use our website or products for any unlawful purpose or in any way that:

✗ Violates any laws or regulations
✗ Infringes on intellectual property rights
✗ Harasses, threatens, or harms others
✗ Transmits viruses or malicious code
✗ Attempts to gain unauthorized access to our systems
✗ Impersonates Safe Kids Path or our staff
✗ Engages in fraudulent activity
✗ Scrapes or harvests data from our website
✗ Interferes with the proper functioning of our website
✗ Uses our products in ways that could harm children

Violation of prohibited uses may result in termination of your access and legal action.

12. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites (payment processors, shipping carriers, social media, etc.).

We are not responsible for:

  • The content of third-party websites
  • The privacy practices of third-party websites
  • Any transactions you make with third parties

Clicking third-party links is at your own risk. We recommend reviewing the terms and privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.

13. Disclaimers and Limitation of Liability

No Professional Advice

SAFE KIDS PATH PRODUCTS ARE EDUCATIONAL TOOLS ONLY.

We do not provide:

  • Medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment
  • Mental health counseling or therapy
  • Legal advice
  • Guaranteed protection against abuse or harm

Always consult qualified professionals (doctors, therapists, lawyers) for professional advice.

No Guarantees

While our books are designed to teach body safety concepts, we make no guarantees that:

  • Children will remember or apply the lessons
  • Use of our books will prevent abuse or harm
  • Specific outcomes will be achieved

Parents and caregivers are responsible for their children's safety.

As-Is Basis

OUR WEBSITE AND PRODUCTS ARE PROVIDED "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED.

We disclaim all warranties, including but not limited to:

  • Warranties of merchantability
  • Fitness for a particular purpose
  • Non-infringement
  • Accuracy or completeness of content

Limitation of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW:

SAFE KIDS PATH SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO:

  • Loss of profits or revenue
  • Loss of data
  • Emotional distress
  • Personal injury
  • Property damage
  • Any damages arising from use or inability to use our products

OUR TOTAL LIABILITY FOR ANY CLAIM SHALL NOT EXCEED THE AMOUNT YOU PAID FOR THE PRODUCT(S) GIVING RISE TO THE CLAIM.

Exceptions

Some jurisdictions do not allow limitations on implied warranties or limitation of liability for incidental or consequential damages. In such jurisdictions, the above limitations may not apply to you.

14. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Safe Kids Path, its owners, employees, and agents from any claims, damages, losses, liabilities, and expenses (including attorney fees) arising from:

  • Your violation of these Terms
  • Your use of our products
  • Your violation of any third-party rights
  • Any content you submit to us
  • Fraudulent or illegal activity

15. Privacy and Data Collection

Your use of our website is also governed by our Privacy Policy (separate document).

Summary:

  • We collect information necessary to process orders (name, address, email, payment info)
  • We use secure payment processors (we don't store credit card data)
  • We do not sell your personal information
  • Full privacy policy available at: [link to privacy policy]

These Terms incorporate our Privacy Policy by reference.

16. Communications

By creating an account or placing an order, you consent to receive:

  • Transactional emails (order confirmations, shipping updates)
  • Customer service communications
  • Occasional marketing emails (you may unsubscribe anytime)

We will never share your email with third parties for marketing purposes.

17. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

These Terms are governed by the laws of [Your State], United States, without regard to conflict of law provisions.

Any disputes arising from these Terms or your use of our website shall be resolved in the state or federal courts located in [Your County, State].

You consent to the personal jurisdiction of these courts.

Informal Dispute Resolution

Before filing any legal claim, you agree to first contact us at Contact@safekidspath.com to attempt to resolve the dispute informally.

We will make good-faith efforts to resolve disputes before litigation.

18. Arbitration Agreement (Optional - Consult Attorney)

[Note: Consult with a lawyer about whether to include mandatory arbitration. Many ecommerce businesses include this to avoid class actions. Here's sample language if you choose to include it:]

Any dispute arising from these Terms shall be resolved through binding arbitration in accordance with the American Arbitration Association's rules, rather than in court.

You waive your right to a jury trial and to participate in class action lawsuits.

[Alternatively, you can omit this section and allow court litigation per Section 17]

19. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be unlawful, void, or unenforceable, that provision shall be severed from these Terms and shall not affect the validity and enforceability of the remaining provisions.

20. Mobile Terms of Service

The Safe Kids Path mobile message service (the "Service") is operated by Safe Kids Path (“Safe Kids Path”, “we”, or “us”). Your use of the Service constitutes your agreement to these terms and conditions (“Mobile Terms”). We may modify or cancel the Service or any of its features without notice. To the extent permitted by applicable law, we may also modify these Mobile Terms at any time and your continued use of the Service following the effective date of any such changes shall constitute your acceptance of such changes.

By consenting to Safe Kids Path’s SMS/text messaging service, you agree to receive recurring SMS/text messages from and on behalf of Safe Kids Path through your wireless provider to the mobile number you provided, even if your mobile number is registered on any state or federal Do Not Call list. Text messages may be sent using an automatic telephone dialing system or other technology. Service-related messages may include updates, alerts, and information (e.g., order updates, account alerts, etc.). Promotional messages may include promotions, specials, and other marketing offers (e.g., cart reminders).

You understand that you do not have to sign up for this program in order to make any purchases, and your consent is not a condition of any purchase with Safe Kids Path. Your participation in this program is completely voluntary.

We do not charge for the Service, but you are responsible for all charges and fees associated with text messaging imposed by your wireless provider. Message frequency varies. Message and data rates may apply. Check your mobile plan and contact your wireless provider for details. You are solely responsible for all charges related to SMS/text messages, including charges from your wireless provider.

You may opt-out of the Service at any time. Text the single keyword command STOP to SafeKids or click the unsubscribe link (where available) in any text message to cancel. You'll receive a one-time opt-out confirmation text message. No further messages will be sent to your mobile device, unless initiated by you. If you have subscribed to other Safe Kids Path mobile message programs and wish to cancel, except where applicable law requires otherwise, you will need to opt out separately from those programs by following the instructions provided in their respective mobile terms.

For Service support or assistance, text HELP to SafeKids or email Contact@safekidspath.com.

We may change any short code or telephone number we use to operate the Service at any time and will notify you of these changes. You acknowledge that any messages, including any STOP or HELP requests, you send to a short code or telephone number we have changed may not be received and we will not be responsible for honoring requests made in such messages.

The wireless carriers supported by the Service are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You agree to provide us with a valid mobile number. If you get a new mobile number, you will need to sign up for the program with your new number.

To the extent permitted by applicable law, you agree that we will not be liable for failed, delayed, or misdirected delivery of any information sent through the Service, any errors in such information, and/or any action you may or may not take in reliance on the information or Service.

We respect your right to privacy. To see how we collect and use your personal information, please see our Privacy Notice.

 

21. Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with our Refund Policy and Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and Safe Kids Path regarding use of our website and products.

These Terms supersede any prior agreements or understandings.

22. Waiver

Our failure to enforce any right or provision of these Terms shall not be considered a waiver of those rights.

23. Assignment

You may not assign or transfer these Terms or your obligations under them without our prior written consent.

We may assign these Terms at any time without notice to you.

24. Force Majeure

We shall not be liable for any failure or delay in performance due to circumstances beyond our reasonable control, including but not limited to:

  • Acts of God (natural disasters, pandemics)
  • War, terrorism, civil unrest
  • Government actions or regulations
  • Strikes or labor disputes
  • Supplier failures
  • Carrier delays
  • Internet or technology failures

25. Survival

Provisions of these Terms that by their nature should survive termination shall survive, including but not limited to:

  • Intellectual property rights
  • Disclaimers
  • Limitation of liability
  • Indemnification
  • Governing law

26. Contact Information

Questions about these Terms of Service?

Email: Contact@safekidspath.com

Please include "Terms of Service Question" in your subject line.

Response time: Within 48 business hours

27. Acknowledgment

BY USING OUR WEBSITE OR PURCHASING OUR PRODUCTS, YOU ACKNOWLEDGE THAT:

✓ You have read these Terms of Service
✓ You understand these Terms
✓ You agree to be bound by these Terms
✓ You are at least 18 years old
✓ You understand our products are educational tools, not professional services
✓ You are responsible for your children's safety

Safe Kids Path
Protecting children through education
Contact@safekidspath.com
safekidspath.com

Last Updated: December 1, 2024