Terms of Use

1. Acceptance of Terms

Welcome to Curvestorne. By accessing and using our website (https://curvestorne.com) and services, you accept and agree to be bound by these Terms of Use. If you do not agree to these terms, please do not use our website or services.

2. Services Description

Curvestorne provides professional publication services including but not limited to:

• School and institutional yearbooks
• Corporate publications and annual reports
• NGO and government publications
• Custom publication design and production
• Photography and content creation services

3. Use of Website

3.1 Permitted Use

You may use our website for lawful purposes only. You agree not to:

• Use the website in any way that violates applicable laws or regulations
• Transmit any harmful code, viruses, or malicious software
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems
• Interfere with the proper functioning of the website
• Impersonate any person or entity
• Collect or harvest personal data from other users

3.2 Account Responsibility

If you create an account on our website, you are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account information and for all activities that occur under your account.

4. Intellectual Property Rights

4.1 Our Content

All content on this website, including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, images, photographs, designs, and software, is the property of Curvestorne or its content suppliers and is protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

4.2 Client Content

When you provide content (photos, text, designs) for publication projects, you grant Curvestorne a license to use, reproduce, modify, and display that content solely for the purpose of completing your project. You retain all ownership rights to your content.

4.3 Portfolio Use

Unless otherwise agreed in writing, Curvestorne reserves the right to display completed projects in our portfolio and marketing materials.

5. Project Agreements

5.1 Quotations

Quotations provided are valid for 30 days from the date of issue unless otherwise stated. Prices are subject to change based on project specifications.

5.2 Payment Terms

Payment terms will be specified in individual project agreements. Typical terms include:

• 50% deposit upon project confirmation
• 50% balance upon project completion and before delivery
• Payment methods: Bank transfer, mobile money, or as agreed

5.3 Project Timeline

Project timelines are estimates based on the information provided. Delays caused by late content submission, client revisions, or external factors may extend delivery timelines.

5.4 Revisions and Approvals

Clients are responsible for reviewing and approving proofs and designs. Changes requested after final approval may incur additional charges.

6. Quality and Warranties

6.1 Quality Standards

We strive to deliver high-quality publications. However, we do not warrant that materials will be completely error-free, especially if errors exist in client-provided content.

6.2 Limitation of Liability

Curvestorne's liability for errors or defects is limited to reprinting or correcting the affected portion of the publication at no additional cost to the client. We are not liable for indirect, consequential, or incidental damages.

7. Cancellation and Refunds

7.1 Client Cancellation

If you cancel a project after work has commenced:

• Deposits are non-refundable
• You will be charged for work completed up to the cancellation date
• Cancellations must be made in writing

7.2 Our Cancellation Rights

We reserve the right to refuse or cancel service if:

• Payment is not received as agreed
• Content violates laws or ethical standards
• Client behavior is abusive or unprofessional

8. Confidentiality

We respect the confidentiality of client information and project details. We will not disclose confidential information without permission, except as required by law or as necessary to complete the project.

9. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the content, privacy practices, or terms of use of third-party sites.

10. Disclaimers

Our website and services are provided "as is" without warranties of any kind, either express or implied. We do not warrant that:

• The website will be uninterrupted or error-free
• Defects will be corrected
• The website is free of viruses or harmful components

11. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Curvestorne from any claims, damages, losses, or expenses arising from:

• Your use of our website or services
• Your violation of these Terms of Use
• Content you provide that infringes third-party rights

12. Dispute Resolution

Any disputes arising from these terms or our services shall be resolved through:

• Good faith negotiation between the parties
• If unresolved, mediation or arbitration as agreed
• Governed by the laws of Kenya

13. Force Majeure

We are not liable for delays or failure to perform due to circumstances beyond our reasonable control, including natural disasters, strikes, war, pandemics, or government actions.

14. Modifications to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms of Use at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting on this page. Your continued use of our website constitutes acceptance of modified terms.

15. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable, the remaining provisions will continue in full force and effect.

16. Entire Agreement

These Terms of Use, together with our Privacy Policy and any specific project agreements, constitute the entire agreement between you and Curvestorne.

17. Contact Information

For questions about these Terms of Use, please contact us:

• Email: info@curvestorne.com
• Phone: +254 711 611996
• Address: The View, General Mathenge Road, Spring Valley, Nairobi, Kenya

By using our website and services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Use.