Welcome to Books Buddies Limited ("Books Buddies", "we", "us", or "our"). These Terms of Use govern your access to and use of our website, products, services, and content available through https://booksbuddies.co.ke.

By using our website, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Use. If you do not agree to these terms, please do not use our website.

1. Eligibility

By accessing or using this website, you confirm that:

• You are at least 18 years old or have the consent of a parent or guardian.
• You have the legal capacity to enter into a binding agreement.
• All information you provide is accurate and complete.

2. Use of the Website

You agree to use this website only for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms.

You shall not:

• Use the website in any way that violates applicable laws or regulations.
• Interfere with the operation or security of the website.
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any part of the website, servers, or networks.
• Distribute malicious software, viruses, or harmful code.
• Copy, reproduce, modify, or distribute website content without written permission.

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate access to users who violate these terms.

3. Account Registration

Certain features may require you to create an account.

You are responsible for:

• Maintaining the confidentiality of your login credentials.
• Restricting access to your account.
• All activities conducted under your account.

Books Buddies Limited shall not be liable for losses arising from unauthorized use of your account.

4. Products and Services

We strive to ensure that all product descriptions, pricing, availability, and images are accurate.

However, we do not guarantee that:

• Product descriptions are error-free.
• Product colors displayed on your screen precisely match the actual products.
• All products will be available at all times.

We reserve the right to:

• Modify product offerings.
• Correct pricing or content errors.
• Decline or cancel orders where necessary.

5. Orders and Payments

By placing an order, you agree that:

• You are authorized to use the payment method provided.
• All billing information supplied is accurate.
• Books Buddies Limited may refuse or cancel any order suspected of fraud, abuse, or unauthorized activity.

Payment must be received and verified before goods are dispatched.

6. Intellectual Property

All content on this website, including but not limited to:

• Logos
• Trademarks
• Product descriptions
• Text
• Graphics
• Images
• Website design
• Software and code

is the property of Books Buddies Limited or its licensors and is protected by applicable intellectual property laws.

No content may be copied, reproduced, republished, transmitted, or distributed without prior written consent.

7. User Content

If you submit reviews, comments, suggestions, or other content, you grant Books Buddies Limited a non-exclusive, royalty-free, worldwide license to use, reproduce, modify, publish, and display such content.

You agree not to submit content that:

• Is unlawful or fraudulent.
• Is defamatory, abusive, or offensive.
• Infringes any intellectual property rights.
• Contains malicious software or harmful code.

We reserve the right to remove user content at our sole discretion.

8. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites for your convenience.

Books Buddies Limited:

• Does not control third-party websites.
• Is not responsible for their content, policies, or practices.
• Does not endorse third-party products or services unless expressly stated.

Accessing third-party websites is at your own risk.

9. Privacy

Your use of our website is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal information.

By using this website, you consent to our data practices as described in the Privacy Policy.

10. Disclaimer of Warranties

The website and all products and services are provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis.

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Books Buddies Limited makes no warranties, express or implied, regarding:

• Website availability
• Accuracy of information
• Reliability of services
• Fitness for a particular purpose
• Non-infringement

We do not guarantee uninterrupted or error-free operation of the website.

11. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by applicable law, Books Buddies Limited shall not be liable for:

• Indirect losses
• Consequential damages
• Loss of profits
• Loss of data
• Business interruption
• Loss arising from use or inability to use the website

Our total liability related to any claim shall not exceed the amount paid by you for the relevant product or service.

12. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Books Buddies Limited, its directors, employees, affiliates, and partners from any claims, liabilities, damages, costs, or expenses arising from:

• Your breach of these Terms.
• Misuse of the website.
• Violation of applicable laws or third-party rights.

13. Termination

We reserve the right to suspend, restrict, or terminate access to the website without notice if:

• You violate these Terms of Use.
• We suspect fraudulent activities.
• Required by law or regulatory authorities.

14. Governing Law

These Terms of Use shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Republic of Kenya.

Any dispute arising from these Terms shall be submitted to the competent courts of Kenya.

15. Changes to These Terms

Books Buddies Limited may update these Terms of Use from time to time.

Any changes will be posted on this page with a revised "Last Updated" date. Continued use of the website after changes become effective constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms.