Terms of service
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Terms of Service
Last updated: February 2026
Overview
Welcome to Smallseconds Watch Reviews & Store. When we say "we," "us," or "our," we mean Smallseconds Watch Reviews & Store. We operate this website and store to give you a curated, honest shopping experience for watches and accessories. Our platform is powered by Shopify.
By visiting or purchasing from our store, you agree to the Terms of Service below. If you don't agree, please don't use the site. These terms work alongside our Privacy Policy and Refund Policy, which are linked where relevant.
Section 1 – Access & Account
You must be of legal age in your state or province to use our Services. If you're making a purchase on behalf of a minor using your device, that's your responsibility to manage.
When you create an account or place an order, you're responsible for providing accurate information — name, email, billing, and shipping details. Keep your account credentials secure. You can't transfer or sell your account to someone else.
Section 2 – Our Products
We do our best to show accurate photos, descriptions, and specs for every product. That said, colors may look slightly different depending on your screen. We don't guarantee that what you see on your monitor will be a perfect match to the physical product.
We reserve the right to update product descriptions, discontinue items, or limit quantities at any time.
Section 3 – Orders
Placing an order is an offer to purchase — not a confirmed sale. We reserve the right to accept, modify, or decline any order at our discretion. Your order isn't accepted until we confirm it and process your payment.
Once an order is accepted, we may not be able to cancel it, so please review everything carefully before checking out. If we do need to cancel or change your order, we'll reach out to you at the contact info you provided.
Returns and exchanges are handled under our Refund Policy.
Section 4 – Pricing & Payment
Prices can change without notice, but you'll always be charged the price shown at the time you place your order — confirmed in your order email. Prices don't include taxes, shipping, or any customs or import fees unless explicitly stated.
By completing a purchase, you confirm that your payment information is accurate, that you're authorized to use the payment method, and that you'll cover all charges including applicable taxes.
Section 5 – Shipping & Delivery
Delivery timeframes are estimates — we can't guarantee them. Once your order is handed to the carrier, risk of loss transfers to you. We're not liable for delays caused by carriers, customs, or events outside our control. See our full Shipping Policy for details.
Section 6 – Intellectual Property
Everything on this site — text, images, graphics, reviews, videos, logos, and the overall design — belongs to Smallseconds Watch Reviews & Store or its licensors and is protected by copyright and trademark law.
You're welcome to browse and use the site for personal, non-commercial purposes. You may not copy, reproduce, distribute, or republish any of our content without written permission. Unauthorized use may violate federal and state intellectual property laws.
Section 7 – Third-Party Tools
We may offer access to third-party tools (like apps or integrations) as part of the shopping experience. These are provided as-is, and we have no control over them. Use them at your own discretion — we're not liable for anything that happens as a result.
Section 8 – Third-Party Links
Our site may link to external websites. We don't control those sites and aren't responsible for their content, accuracy, or practices. Clicking away from our site is at your own risk — please review any third party's terms before transacting with them.
Section 9 – Our Relationship with Shopify
Smallseconds Watch Reviews & Store is powered by Shopify, but all sales are made directly between you and us. Shopify is not a party to your purchase and is not responsible for any products, services, or issues arising from your order. By using our site, you release Shopify and its affiliates from any claims related to your transactions with us.
Section 10 – Privacy
Your personal information is handled in accordance with our Privacy Policy. Because our store runs on Shopify, some data is also subject to Shopify's Privacy Policy. By using the site, you acknowledge you've read both.
Section 11 – Reviews & Feedback
If you leave a review, submit feedback, or send us ideas, you're granting us a royalty-free, perpetual license to use that content for any purpose — including promoting the store. You represent that you own the content and have the right to share it. We're not obligated to publish, respond to, or compensate you for feedback.
We reserve the right to remove any feedback that's unlawful, abusive, or otherwise inappropriate.
Section 12 – Errors & Inaccuracies
We try to keep everything accurate, but typos and errors happen. We reserve the right to correct pricing, descriptions, or availability at any time — including after an order is placed. If an error affects your order, we'll reach out to you.
Section 13 – Prohibited Uses
Use this site for lawful purposes only. Don't use it to break any laws, infringe on intellectual property, harass anyone, spread false information, spam, or try to exploit or scrape the platform. We reserve the right to terminate access for any violations without notice.
Section 14 – Termination
We may suspend or terminate your access to the store at any time, for any reason, without notice. Any amounts owed remain due. Sections covering intellectual property, feedback, disclaimers, liability, and indemnification survive termination.
Section 15 – Disclaimer of Warranties
Our store and products are provided "as is" and "as available." We make no guarantees about uninterrupted access, error-free operation, or that products will meet every expectation. To the extent allowed by law, we disclaim all implied warranties.
Section 16 – Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, Smallseconds Watch Reviews & Store is not liable for any indirect, incidental, punitive, or consequential damages arising from your use of the site or your purchase — including lost profits, data loss, or any similar claim. Some states don't allow these limitations, so they may not fully apply to you.
Section 17 – Indemnification
You agree to defend and hold harmless Smallseconds Watch Reviews & Store, Shopify, and our respective affiliates, employees, and agents from any claims or liabilities arising from your breach of these Terms, your violation of any law, or your use of the site.
Section 18 – Severability
If any part of these Terms is found to be unenforceable, the rest of the Terms remain in full effect.
Section 19 – Entire Agreement
These Terms, along with our Privacy Policy and any posted store policies, represent the full agreement between you and Smallseconds Watch Reviews & Store. If we don't enforce a particular provision at any point, that doesn't mean we're waiving our right to enforce it later.
Section 20 – Assignment
You can't transfer your rights or obligations under these Terms to anyone else without our written consent. We may transfer ours without notice.
Section 21 – Governing Law
These Terms are governed by the laws of the jurisdiction where Smallseconds Watch Reviews & Store is headquartered. Both parties consent to the courts of that jurisdiction.
Section 22 – Changes to These Terms
We may update these Terms at any time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated date. Continued use of the site after changes are posted means you accept the updated Terms.
Section 23 – Contact
Questions about these Terms? Reach out at smallsecondsfp@gmail.com — we're happy to help.