TERMS & CONDITIONS Last Updated: May 2026 | Effective Date: May 2026

These Terms and Conditions ("Terms") govern your use of www.empowerpalette.com (the "Site"), operated by Empower Palette ("we," "us," or "our"). By accessing the Site, purchasing products, or submitting content, you agree to comply with these Terms.

1. Acceptance of Terms

By using this Site, you confirm you are at least 18 years old (or the age of majority in your jurisdiction) and accept these Terms. If you disagree, discontinue use immediately.

2. Intellectual Property

  • Blog Content: All articles, images, and media are owned by us or licensed to us. You may share content with attribution but may not reproduce, sell, or modify it without permission

  • Products: Physical products sold are for personal use only. Resale requires written authorization

  • Trademarks: "Empower Palette" and our logos are trademarks protected under U.S. law

3. User-Generated Content

If you submit comments, reviews, or other content:

  • You grant us a royalty-free license to use, display, and modify it

  • You agree not to post illegal, defamatory, or infringing material

  • We reserve the right to remove content without notice

4. Purchases & Payment

  • Orders: All orders are subject to availability. We may cancel orders due to errors, fraud, or stock limitations

  • Payment: Prices are in USD. We accept major credit cards via Squarespace's secure payment processors (e.g., Stripe, PayPal)

  • Taxes: Sales tax applies based on your shipping address

5. Shipping & Returns

  • Shipping: Products ship within 1-3 business days via carriers like USPS/FedEx. Delivery times are estimates

  • International Orders: Buyers outside the U.S. are responsible for customs fees

  • Returns: Unused, undamaged items may be returned within 30 days. Contact chelsea@empowerpalette.com for authorization. Refunds exclude shipping costs

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6. Account Registration

To purchase products or comment, you may need to create an account. You agree to:

  • Provide accurate information

  • Maintain password confidentiality

  • Notify us of unauthorized access

7. Prohibited Activities

You may not:

  • Use the Site for illegal purposes or harassment

  • Disrupt Site functionality (e.g., hacking, spamming)

  • Infringe on others' intellectual property

  • Misrepresent your identity

8. Termination

We may suspend or terminate your access for violations of these Terms, illegal conduct, or actions harming our operations.

9. Disclaimers

  • Blog Content: Provided "as-is" for informational purposes. We make no warranties about accuracy or completeness

  • Products: Descriptions and photos are illustrative. Minor variations may occur

  • Third-Party Links: We are not responsible for external sites linked on our blog

  • Advertising: This site displays ads served by Google AdSense. We are not responsible for the content of those advertisements

10. Limitation of Liability

We are not liable for:

  • Indirect, incidental, or consequential damages (e.g., lost profits)

  • Product issues beyond our control (e.g., shipping delays, manufacturer defects)

  • Maximum liability is limited to the purchase price of your order

11. GDPR Compliance (EU Users)

  • Data processing aligns with our Privacy Policy

  • You may exercise GDPR rights (e.g., access, deletion) by contacting us

  • Disputes involving EU consumers may be resolved through local EU courts

12. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of Maryland, USA. Disputes will be resolved in state or federal courts located in Baltimore City, Maryland.

13. Changes to Terms

We may update these Terms periodically. Continued use after changes constitutes acceptance. Check the "Last Updated" date for revisions.

14. Contact Us

For questions, returns, or legal notices: Email: chelsea@empowerpalette.com

Empower Palette | www.empowerpalette.com | chelsea@empowerpalette.com