Welcome to PH Gems International (“we,” “us,” or “our”). By accessing or using our website, you agree to comply with and be bound by the following terms and conditions, as well as applicable laws. Please read these terms carefully before using our site. By visiting or using our website, you acknowledge that you accept and agree to these terms.
Additionally, we encourage you to review our Privacy & Security Policies, which govern how we collect and use your personal information, and our Policies, which outline the terms of your purchases from us. These documents are incorporated by reference into these Terms of Use. If you do not agree with any part of these terms or policies, you should not access or use our website.
1. License and Access
We grant you a limited, non-exclusive license to access and use our website and its content (“Content”) for personal, non-commercial purposes. This license does not permit you to: Download or copy the Content except for normal browsing or caching purposes. Modify, replicate, distribute, or create derivative works based on the Content without our express written consent. Use any meta tags, hidden text, or references to our name, logos, or trademarks without permission. Any violation of these rules may result in termination of your access, cancellation of product orders, or disabling of account features such as Wishlists.
2. Your Personal Account
If you create an account on our website, you are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your user ID, password, and other account information. You also accept responsibility for any use of your account, whether authorized or unauthorized. We do not create accounts for anyone under the age of 18 (“Minors”) or sell products directly to them. Minors may only use the site with parental or guardian supervision.
3. Disclaimer of Warranties and Limitation of Liability
Our website and all content, products, and services we offer (collectively, “Content”) are provided “as is” and “as available” without any warranties, either express or implied. We disclaim all warranties, including but not limited to warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, and non-infringement. We do not guarantee that the site will be error-free, uninterrupted, or free from harmful viruses or other components. We are not liable for any damages or losses arising from your use of or inability to use the site, including direct, indirect, incidental, special, punitive, or consequential damages. Our total liability, where applicable, is limited to the amount you paid for accessing the site or purchasing products. Certain state laws may not allow disclaimers or limitations of liability, so these provisions may not apply to all users.
4. Proprietary Rights and Restrictions
All Content, including images, text, logos, graphics, designs, software, and other materials, is the property of PH Gems International or its content providers and is protected by U.S. and international copyright laws. You may only download or use portions of the Content for personal, non-commercial purposes and must not alter or remove copyright notices. Unauthorized use of our trademarks or content is strictly prohibited and may result in legal action.
5. User Content
You may submit comments, suggestions, or other content, provided that it is not objectionable or harmful. Objectionable content includes anything illegal, obscene, defamatory, invasive of privacy, infringing on intellectual property, or otherwise offensive. Spam, false identities, and malware are also prohibited. By submitting content, you grant us a non-exclusive, royalty-free, perpetual license to use, reproduce, and distribute your content globally in any media format. You warrant that you have the rights to any content you submit and that such content will not cause harm to others. You agree to indemnify us for any claims arising from your submissions.
6. Links to Other Websites
Our site may contain links to third-party websites for your convenience. We are not responsible for their content or practices and assume no liability for damages or losses resulting from their use.
7. Governing Law and Jurisdiction
These Terms of Use, along with our Privacy & Security Policies and purchase Policies, are governed by the laws of the State of California. Any disputes must be resolved in the state or federal courts located in Los Angeles County, California, to which you consent.
8. Electronic Communications
By using our site or communicating with us via email, you consent to receive electronic communications from us. These communications fulfill any legal requirements that such communications be in writing.
9. Updates to Terms of Use
These Terms of Use were last updated on December 1, 2019, and we reserve the right to modify them at any time without prior notice. Updates will be posted on this page, and you are encouraged to review them regularly. Continued use of our website after changes have been posted constitutes acceptance of the updated terms.
Contacting Us
If you have any questions about these Terms of Use or your interaction with us, please contact us at:
Thank you for trusting PH Gems International. We are committed to providing you with an exceptional experience grounded in integrity, craftsmanship, and excellence.
