Terms and Conditions

Effective Date: October 29, 2025
Last Updated: October 10, 2026

Agreement to Terms

By accessing and using shoresandblues.com (the “Site”), you accept and agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions (“Terms”). If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use our Site.

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting to the Site. Your continued use of the Site after any changes constitutes acceptance of the new Terms.

Use of the Site

Permitted Use

You may use our Site for personal, non-commercial purposes to:

• Browse content and product recommendations
• Read blog posts and articles
• Subscribe to our newsletter
• Contact us with inquiries
• Click on affiliate links to purchase products

Prohibited Use

You may not:

• Copy, reproduce, or distribute our content without written permission
• Use our Site for any illegal or unauthorized purpose
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our Site or systems
• Submit false, misleading, or fraudulent information
• Use automated systems (bots, scrapers) to access our Site
• Interfere with the proper functioning of the Site
• Remove or alter any copyright, trademark, or proprietary notices

Intellectual Property Rights

Our Content

All content on this Site, including but not limited to text, images, graphics, logos, photographs, blog posts, and design elements, is the property of Shores & Blues or its content suppliers and is protected by New Zealand and international copyright laws.

Limited License

We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to access and use the Site for personal purposes. This license does not include any right to:

• Reproduce or republish our content
• Use our content for commercial purposes
• Create derivative works from our content

Affiliate Relationships and Product Recommendations

Affiliate Disclosure

Shores & Blues participates in affiliate marketing programs, including the Amazon Associates Program, and may participate in other affiliate programs. When you click on links to products and make a purchase, we may receive a commission at no additional cost to you.

For full details, please see our Affiliate Disclosure page.

Product Information Disclaimer

All product information, descriptions, prices, and availability displayed on our Site are provided for informational purposes only and are subject to change without notice. We make reasonable efforts to ensure accuracy, but:

• Prices may change – Product prices are determined by merchants and may vary from what is displayed on our Site
• Availability may vary – Products may be out of stock or discontinued
• Product specifications – We rely on merchant-provided information and cannot guarantee complete accuracy
• No warranty – We do not warrant that product descriptions or other content is accurate, complete, or error-free

Third-Party Merchants

When you purchase products through our affiliate links, you are purchasing directly from third-party merchants (such as Amazon or other third-party retailers). We are not the seller and have no control over:

• Product quality or condition
• Shipping and delivery
• Returns and refunds
• Customer service
• Payment processing

All purchases are subject to the merchant’s terms, conditions, and policies. Any issues with products or orders must be directed to the merchant.

Recommendations and Opinions

Editorial Opinions

All product recommendations and content on this Site represent our editorial opinions, based on research, product information, comparisons and other publicly available information. Products have not necessarily been purchased, used or tested by us unless an individual article specifically says so. Your results may vary. We do not guarantee that you will have the same experience or achieve the same results.

Not Professional Advice

Content on our Site is for informational and entertainment purposes only and should not be considered:

• Professional design advice
• Financial advice
• Legal advice
• Expert consulting

Always conduct your own research and consult with qualified professionals before making purchasing decisions.

Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law:

No Warranties

The Site and all content are provided “as is” and “as available” without warranties of any kind, either express or implied, including but not limited to warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, or non-infringement.

Limitation of Damages

Shores & Blues, its owner, and affiliates shall not be liable for any:

• Direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages
• Loss of profits, revenue, data, or business opportunities
• Damages resulting from your use or inability to use the Site
• Damages resulting from purchases made through affiliate links
• Errors, omissions, or inaccuracies in content
• Unauthorized access to or alteration of your data

Maximum Liability

Our total liability to you for any claims arising from your use of the Site shall not exceed the amount you paid us (if any) in the 12 months prior to the event giving rise to liability. In most cases, this amount will be zero.

Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Shores & Blues, its owner, and affiliates from any claims, damages, losses, liabilities, and expenses (including legal fees) arising from:

• Your use of the Site
• Your violation of these Terms
• Your violation of any rights of another party

External Links

Our Site contains links to third-party websites, including merchant sites, social media platforms, and other resources. These links are provided for your convenience only. We:

• Do not control or endorse third-party websites
• Are not responsible for their content, privacy policies, or practices
• Do not warrant the accuracy or reliability of external sites
• Are not liable for any damages resulting from your use of third-party websites

Your use of third-party websites is at your own risk and subject to their terms and conditions.

Privacy and Data Collection

Your use of our Site is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information. By using the Site, you consent to our data practices as described in the Privacy Policy.

For full details, please see our Privacy Policy page.

Newsletter and Communications

If you subscribe to our newsletter or contact us:

• You consent to receive emails from us, which may include automated emails such as a welcome series
• Your information may be processed by a third-party email marketing service provider that we use to operate our mailing list
• You may unsubscribe at any time using the link in our emails
• We will use your information in accordance with our Privacy Policy
• We will not sell or share your email address with third parties for marketing purposes

Copyright Infringement Claims

If you believe content on our Site infringes your copyright, please contact us at hello@shoresandblues.com with:

• Identification of the copyrighted work
• Identification of the infringing material and its location on our Site
• Your contact information
• A statement of good faith belief that the use is not authorized
• A statement that the information is accurate and you are authorized to act

Governing Law and Jurisdiction

These Terms are governed by the laws of New Zealand, without regard to conflict of law principles. Any disputes arising from these Terms or your use of the Site shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of New Zealand.

Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect. The invalid provision shall be modified to the minimum extent necessary to make it valid and enforceable.

Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy and Affiliate Disclosure, constitute the entire agreement between you and Shores & Blues regarding your use of the Site and supersede all prior agreements and understandings.

No Waiver

Our failure to enforce any provision of these Terms shall not be deemed a waiver of that provision or any other provision. Any waiver must be in writing and signed by us.

Contact Information

If you have any questions about these Terms and Conditions, please contact us:

Email: hello@shoresandblues.com
Website: shoresandblues.com

Acknowledgment

By using this Site, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions.