Terms of Use

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These Terms of Use ("Terms") govern your access to and use of bloomexpelkne.world (the "Site"), operated by Bloomexpelkne ("we", "us", "our"), a New Zealand-based informational resource. By accessing the Site, you agree to be bound by these Terms.

1. Operator Information

Bloomexpelkne
485 Papanui Road, Papanui, Christchurch 8053, New Zealand
Email: partners@bloomexpelkne.world
Phone: +64 27 220 2495

2. Nature of the Site

The Site provides free, educational, and informational content about herbal tea rituals, sensory blending, and infusion atmospheres. The Site does not sell products or services online, does not process payments, and does not operate as an e-commerce platform. Any in-person experiences are arranged separately by direct contact.

3. Content Disclaimer

All content is presented for general informational and cultural purposes only. It does not constitute professional, medical, nutritional, or therapeutic advice. Herbal tea references describe sensory experience, tradition, and atmosphere — not treatment, prevention, or cure of any condition. You should consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on Site content, especially if you are pregnant, nursing, taking medication, or have existing medical conditions.

Our content is intended to comply with New Zealand consumer transparency standards, including the Fair Trading Act 1986, by avoiding misleading representations about outcomes, efficacy, or professional endorsement.

4. Acceptable Use

You agree to use the Site only for lawful purposes. You must not:

5. Intellectual Property

All content on the Site — including text, design, layout, graphics, and interactive elements — is owned by or licensed to Bloomexpelkne and protected by copyright and intellectual property laws. You may view and print content for personal, non-commercial use only. Reproduction, distribution, or modification without prior written consent is prohibited.

6. User Submissions

When you submit information through our contact form, you confirm that the content is accurate and that you have the right to share it. We may use your submissions solely to respond to your enquiry as described in our Privacy Policy.

7. Third-Party Links and Resources

The Site may reference third-party resources loaded via CDN (Google Fonts, Font Awesome). We are not responsible for the content or practices of third-party services. All external resources are loaded over HTTPS.

8. Advertising Transparency

We may promote the Site through online advertising channels, including Google Ads. Advertising directs users to our informational pages and does not promote the sale of regulated therapeutic products. Ad content reflects the editorial nature of the Site and must not be interpreted as a guarantee of any result. Data practices related to advertising are described in our Privacy Policy and Cookie Policy.

9. Disclaimer of Warranties

The Site is provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis without warranties of any kind, whether express or implied. We do not warrant that the Site will be uninterrupted, error-free, or free of harmful components.

10. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, Bloomexpelkne shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising from your use of the Site. Our total liability for any claim shall not exceed the amount you paid to access the Site (which is zero for free access). Nothing in these Terms limits rights you may have under the Consumer Guarantees Act 1993 or Fair Trading Act 1986 that cannot be excluded by agreement.

11. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Bloomexpelkne from any claims, damages, or expenses arising from your violation of these Terms or misuse of the Site.

12. Complaints and Dispute Resolution

If you have a concern about Site content, advertising practices, or data handling, please contact us first using the details above. We will endeavour to resolve complaints fairly and promptly. If your concern relates to misleading conduct, you may contact the Commerce Commission. Privacy complaints may be directed to the Office of the Privacy Commissioner.

13. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of New Zealand. Any disputes shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of New Zealand. If you are a consumer in the European Union, you retain mandatory rights under applicable local law.

14. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions will continue in full force and effect.

15. Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. The "Last updated" date indicates the latest revision. Continued use of the Site after changes constitutes acceptance.

16. Contact

For questions about these Terms, contact us at partners@bloomexpelkne.world.