Terms and Conditions for Borealis Books
Welcome to Borealis Books. These Terms and Conditions govern your use of our website and services, including the purchase of books, stationery, event registrations, and interactions at our physical location. By accessing or using our online platform or engaging with our services, you agree to comply with and be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree with any part of these Terms, please do not use our website or services.
1. Definitions
- "Borealis Books," "we," "us," or "our" refers to Borealis Books, its owners, employees, and affiliates.
- "Our site," "this service," or "our online platform" refers to the Borealis Books website and all associated services, content, and functionalities available through it.
- "You" or "your" refers to the user or visitor of our site and services.
- "Products" refers to new and used books, rare books, artisanal stationery, and any other items offered for sale by Borealis Books.
- "Services" refers to literary events, author signings, book clubs, and coffee & tea bar access provided by Borealis Books.
2. Use of Our Site and Services
You agree to use our site and services only for lawful purposes and in a way that does not infringe the rights of, restrict, or inhibit anyone else's use and enjoyment of Borealis Books. Prohibited behaviour includes harassing or causing distress or inconvenience to any person, transmitting obscene or offensive content, or disrupting the normal flow of dialogue within our site.
- You must be at least 18 years old to make a purchase through our online platform.
- You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account details and for all activities that occur under your account.
- We reserve the right to refuse service, terminate accounts, or cancel orders at our sole discretion.
3. Product Information and Availability
We strive to provide accurate descriptions and images of all products, but we do not guarantee that product descriptions or other content of our site are entirely error-free, complete, or current. All products are subject to availability. Prices are subject to change without notice.
- For used and rare books, conditions are described to the best of our ability, and such sales are often final, as specified at the time of purchase.
- Event tickets or registrations are subject to specific terms detailed at the point of booking, including cancellation policies.
4. Orders and Payments
All orders placed through our online platform are subject to acceptance by Borealis Books. We reserve the right to verify the validity of all orders and to cancel or refuse an order at our discretion. Payment must be received in full before an order is dispatched or a service is rendered.
- We accept various payment methods as indicated on our site.
- You are responsible for any applicable taxes, duties, or other government charges.
5. Shipping and Delivery
Shipping options and costs will be presented at checkout. We aim to dispatch orders promptly, but delivery times are estimates and not guaranteed. Borealis Books is not responsible for delays caused by shipping carriers or events beyond our control.
- Risk of loss and title for products purchased pass to you upon our delivery to the carrier.
- Please review our separate Shipping Policy for more detailed information.
6. Returns and Refunds
Our return and refund policy varies depending on the product type (new books, used/rare books, stationery) and the reason for the return. Please refer to our dedicated Returns Policy for comprehensive details on eligibility, procedures, and timelines.
7. Intellectual Property
All content on our site, including text, graphics, logos, images, audio clips, digital downloads, and data compilations, is the property of Borealis Books or its content suppliers and protected by international copyright laws. The compilation of all content on our site is the exclusive property of Borealis Books and protected by international intellectual property laws.
- You may not reproduce, duplicate, copy, sell, resell, or exploit any portion of the service, use of the service, or access to the service or any content on the website without express written permission by us.
8. Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, Borealis Books shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, or any loss of profits or revenues, whether incurred directly or indirectly, or any loss of data, use, goodwill, or other intangible losses, resulting from (a) your access to or use of or inability to access or use the services; (b) any conduct or content of any third party on the services; or (c) unauthorized access, use, or alteration of your transmissions or content.
9. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Borealis Books, its affiliates, officers, directors, employees, agents, and licensors from and against any and all claims, liabilities, damages, losses, costs, expenses, or fees (including reasonable attorneys’ fees) that such parties may incur as a result of or arising from your (or anyone using your account’s) violation of these Terms or your use of the service.
10. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution
These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Singapore, without regard to its conflict of law provisions. Any dispute arising out of or in connection with these Terms, including any question regarding its existence, validity, or termination, shall be referred to and finally resolved by the courts of Singapore.
11. Changes to Terms and Conditions
We reserve the right, at our sole discretion, to modify or replace these Terms at any time. If a revision is material, we will make reasonable efforts to provide at least 30 days' notice prior to any new terms taking effect. What constitutes a material change will be determined at our sole discretion. Your continued use of our site and services after any such changes constitutes your acceptance of the new Terms and Conditions.
12. Contact Information
If you have any questions about these Terms and Conditions, please contact us:
- By mail: Borealis Books, 78 Amoy Street, #01-01, Singapore, Central Region, 069897, Singapore
- By phone: +65 6223 9876