Terms & Conditions

Last updated: June 2025

1. Agreement to Terms

By accessing and using The Classic Shelf website ("Site"), you agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions ("Terms"). If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use our Site.

2. Definitions

"Site" refers to The Classic Shelf website.
"Products" refers to books and other materials available for purchase.
"User," "you," and "your" refers to any individual accessing or using the Site.
"We," "us," and "our" refers to The Classic Shelf.

3. Product Information

All books sold are public domain editions, presented in their original unabridged form, with illustrations where available. Each edition includes original elements created exclusively by The Classic Shelf.

4. Intellectual Property Rights

While the classic texts are in the public domain, all original creative contributions — including but not limited to cover designs, interior formatting, layout, quizzes, and supplemental material — are the intellectual property of The Classic Shelf and are protected under copyright law.

Digital Product License: Purchasers of downloadable bookmarks receive a personal use license permitting unlimited printing for personal, educational, and gift purposes. Commercial use, resale, or redistribution of digital files is prohibited.

All trademarks, logos, and brand names used on this site are protected. Use without written permission is strictly prohibited.

You may not reproduce, redistribute, or create derivative works based on our editions without express written permission.

All content on the site is copyright protected. Reproduction or distribution without written permission is prohibited.

5. User Conduct

Users agree not to engage in unlawful, abusive, or disruptive behavior on the site. This includes submitting false information, posting inappropriate content, attempting to access restricted areas, or interfering with site functionality.
We reserve the right to remove content or restrict access for any user who violates these terms.

6. Payment and Pricing

6.1 Pricing

Prices are listed in USD and may change without notice.
Taxes will be added where applicable.

6.2 Payment Processing

We use secure third-party payment processors.
You agree to provide valid payment information.
Refunds are subject to our Refund Policy.

7. Shipping

We ship to selected regions using print-on-demand partners.
Estimated delivery times vary depending on destination and production time.
Delivery charges are calculated at checkout.
Risk of loss transfers upon delivery.

8. Disclaimers and Limitations

8.1 Warranty Disclaimer

THE SITE AND PRODUCTS ARE PROVIDED "AS IS" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED.

8.2 Limitation of Liability

WE SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES.

9. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless The Classic Shelf from any claims resulting from your use of the Site or violation of these Terms.

10. Dispute Resolution

10.1 Governing Law

This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Republic of Estonia, without regard to its conflict of law principles.

10.2 Dispute Resolution

In the event of any dispute, the parties agree to first attempt resolution through good faith negotiation. If negotiation fails, mediation may be required before
pursuing litigation.