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Welcome to The Mindful Stoic! These Terms and Conditions (“Terms”) govern your use of our website and the purchase of products and services available through it. By using our site and engaging with our offerings, you agree to these Terms. Please read them carefully.

1. General Information

1.1. The Mindful Stoic (“we,” “our,” or “us”) operates a blog about stoicism and mindfulness and provides various products and services, including:

1.2. Payments for Mindful Stoic Originals, Buy Me A Coffee donations, and Substack newsletter subscriptions are processed securely through Stripe. Click here to read Stripe’s Consumer Terms of Service. Purchases made via affiliate links are subject to the payment and processing systems of the respective platforms. 

1.3. For certain products, we pledge to donate 20% of net revenue to GiveWell or one of its Top Charities as recommended by their official guidelines. Click here to learn more about GiveWell and their Top Charities. Donations are aggregated and periodically made in a lump sum. We display donation transparency by publishing screenshots of these contributions on our transparency page. Click here to view our donation history on our Transparency page. However, no individual order details or customer information are disclosed.

2. Ordering and Contributions

For Mindful Stoic Originals

2.1. When you place an order for Mindful Stoic Originals, you agree to provide accurate and complete information, including your shipping address.

2.2. Orders are processed after payment confirmation. Once processed, the order is forwarded to Canva Print for production and shipping.

2.3. We reserve the right to cancel orders for reasons including but not limited to inaccuracies, product unavailability, or suspected fraudulent activity.

For Affiliate Products

2.4. For products sold via affiliate links, clicking on the link will redirect you to the third-party seller’s website. Any orders placed through these links are subject to the terms, conditions, and policies of the third-party platform (e.g., Amazon).

2.5. We are not responsible for the fulfillment, quality, or shipping of affiliate-linked products. Any issues must be resolved with the third-party seller directly.

For Buy Me A Coffee Donations

2.6. Donations made through Buy Me A Coffee are voluntary and non-refundable. Contributions help support the creation of content and ongoing maintenance of the website.

For Substack Subscriptions

2.7. Our newsletters are hosted on Substack, which offers free and optional premium-tier subscriptions. Payments for premium subscriptions are managed via Substack, but we retain the ability to address disputes or process refunds through our Stripe dashboard as appropriate.

3. Shipping and Delivery

For Mindful Stoic Originals

3.1. Products are shipped directly from Canva Print to the address you provide.

3.2. Shipping times vary based on your location. While we strive to ensure timely delivery, we are not responsible for delays caused by Canva Print, shipping carriers, or other external factors.

For Affiliate Products

3.3. Shipping and delivery for affiliate-linked products are managed by the respective third-party seller. Please refer to their shipping and delivery policies for details.

4. Refund and Return Policy

For Mindful Stoic Originals

4.1. We honor Canva’s Satisfaction Guarantee, which ensures a replacement or refund for defective or unsatisfactory Products. To initiate a claim, please contact us at admin@mindfulstoic.net within 14 days of receiving your order. Click here to learn more about Canva’s Satisfaction Guarantee.

4.2. If you prefer a refund instead of a replacement, we will process your request via Stripe.

4.3. Refunds will not be issued for issues caused by incorrect information provided during checkout (e.g., wrong shipping address). 

For Affiliate Products

4.4. Refunds, returns, and exchanges for affiliate-linked products are subject to the policies of the third-party seller. Please contact the seller directly for any issues.

For Buy Me A Coffee Donations

4.5. Donations made via Buy Me A Coffee are non-refundable.

For Substack Subscriptions

4.6. We retain the ability to address disputes or process refunds through our Stripe dashboard as appropriate.

 

5. Product and Content Information

5.1. We make every effort to accurately represent our Products. However, slight variations in color, design, or print may occur for Mindful Stoic Originals due to the production process.

5.2. For affiliate-linked products, descriptions, images, and specifications are provided by the third-party seller. We are not responsible for any inaccuracies or discrepancies.

5.3. Content provided through our website, including newsletters, is for informational and educational purposes. We do not provide professional advice.

5.4. While we aim to ensure transparency and accuracy in reporting donations pledged to GiveWell or its Top Charities, we reserve the right to determine the specific allocation and timing of these contributions.

6. Limitation of Liability

6.1. We are not responsible for:

  • Defects, delays, or issues caused by Canva Print.
  • Errors or delays in shipping once the Product is in the carrier’s possession.

6.2. For affiliate-linked products, we are not liable for the quality, shipping, or customer service of the third-party seller.

6.3. We are not liable for payment processing or refund issues managed by Substack or Buy Me A Coffee.

6.4. Our liability for Mindful Stoic Originals is limited to the cost of the Product purchased.

6.5. While we pledge to donate a portion of revenue to charitable causes, these donations are not legally enforceable obligations and are made at our discretion.

7. Payment and Security

For Mindful Stoic Originals, Buy Me A Coffee Contributions, and Substack Subscriptions

7.1. Payments are processed securely through Stripe. We do not store your payment information.

7.2. In case of disputes, we will work with you and Stripe to resolve the issue promptly.

For Affiliate Products

7.3. Payments are processed through the respective third-party platform. We do not collect or store payment information for affiliate-linked products.

8. Privacy Policy

8.1. Our Privacy Policy governs how we collect, use, and protect your personal information for Mindful Stoic Originals purchases and Buy Me A Coffee donations. By using our site, you agree to the terms outlined in our Privacy Policy. Click here to read our Privacy Policy.

8.2. For affiliate-linked purchases and Substack subscriptions, personal information shared on the third-party seller’s or Substack’s platform is governed by their privacy policies.

9. Intellectual Property

9.1. All designs and content on this website are either owned by us or licensed for use. You may not use or reproduce them without permission.

9.2. By purchasing from us, you confirm that you have the rights to any custom designs you provide (if applicable).

10. Changes to Terms

10.1. We reserve the right to update these Terms at any time. Changes will be effective upon posting on this page. Your continued use of the site signifies your acceptance of the updated Terms.

11. Governing Law

11.1. These Terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Luxembourg. Any disputes will be resolved in Luxembourg.

12. Contact Information

If you have questions or concerns, please contact us at:

  • Email: admin@mindfulstoic.net

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