Terms & Conditions
1. INTRODUCTION AND ACCEPTANCE
1.1 Contractual Relationship
ANKOU ("we," "us," "our," or "Company") provides an online marketplace and related services (collectively, the "Services") through our website, mobile application, and other digital platforms. These Terms & Conditions ("Terms" or "Agreement") constitute a legally binding agreement between you ("User," "you," or "your") and ANKOU governing your access to and use of the Services.
1.2 Acceptance of Terms
BY ACCESSING, BROWSING, OR USING THE SERVICES, YOU ACKNOWLEDGE THAT YOU HAVE READ, UNDERSTOOD, AND AGREE TO BE BOUND BY THESE TERMS AND OUR PRIVACY POLICY. IF YOU DO NOT AGREE TO THESE TERMS, YOU MUST IMMEDIATELY CEASE USE OF THE SERVICES.
1.3 Modifications to Terms
We reserve the right to modify, amend, or update these Terms at our sole discretion at any time. Material changes will be communicated through the Services or via email at least thirty (30) days prior to their effective date. Your continued use of the Services following such notification constitutes your acceptance of the modified Terms.
1.4 Eligibility Requirements
To use the Services, you must:
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Be at least 16 years of age (or the age of majority in your jurisdiction, whichever is higher)
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Have the legal capacity to enter into binding contracts
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Not be barred from receiving services under applicable law
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Use the Services only for lawful purposes
2. SERVICES OVERVIEW AND REGISTRATION
2.1 Service Description
ANKOU operates as an e-commerce platform specializing in innovative sealing solutions, kitchenware, and home organization products. Our Services include, but are not limited to:
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Online marketplace for product sales
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Mobile application services
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Customer support and engagement platforms
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Content distribution and community features
2.2 Account Registration
To access certain features, you must create an ANKOU account ("Account"). During registration, you agree to:
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Provide accurate, current, and complete information
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Maintain and promptly update your information
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Maintain the security and confidentiality of your credentials
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Accept responsibility for all activities under your Account
2.3 Account Security
You are solely responsible for:
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All activities conducted through your Account
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Maintaining the confidentiality of your password
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Restricting access to your devices and Account
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Immediately notifying us of any unauthorized use or security breach
2.4 Account Termination
We reserve the right to:
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Suspend or terminate Accounts violating these Terms
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Refuse service to anyone at our discretion
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Remove or edit content at our sole discretion
3. INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY RIGHTS
3.1 Ownership and Copyright
All content available through the Services, including but not limited to:
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Text, graphics, logos, icons, images
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Audio clips, digital downloads, data compilations
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Software, source code, and related documentation
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Product designs, packaging, and aesthetic elements
are the exclusive property of ANKOU, our licensors, or content providers and are protected by international copyright, trademark, patent, trade secret, and other intellectual property laws.
3.2 Limited License Grant
Subject to your compliance with these Terms, we grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, non-sublicensable, revocable license to:
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Access and use the Services for personal, non-commercial purposes
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Make legitimate purchases through our platform
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Download and use our mobile application on compatible devices
3.3 Trademark Rights
The ANKOU name, logo, and all related names, logos, product and service names, designs, and slogans are trademarks of ANKOU or its affiliates or licensors. You may not use such marks without our prior written permission.
3.4 User-Generated Content
By submitting content ("User Content") to the Services, you:
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Grant us a worldwide, perpetual, irrevocable, royalty-free license to use, reproduce, modify, adapt, publish, translate, and distribute such content
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Warrant that you have all necessary rights to grant this license
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Acknowledge that we may monitor, modify, or remove User Content at our discretion
3.5 Prohibited Uses of Intellectual Property
You may not:
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Modify copies of any materials from the Services
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Use any illustrations, photographs, video or audio sequences separately from accompanying text
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Delete or alter any copyright, trademark, or other proprietary rights notices
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Access or use for any commercial purposes without explicit permission
4. PRODUCT INFORMATION AND PURCHASES
4.1 Product Descriptions
We strive to accurately display product features, specifications, and availability. However, we do not warrant that:
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Product descriptions or other content are accurate, complete, reliable, or error-free
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Colors and details will display accurately on all devices
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Products will meet your specific requirements or expectations
4.2 Pricing and Payment Terms
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All prices are quoted in U.S. dollars unless otherwise specified
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We reserve the right to adjust prices at any time without notice
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Additional charges for shipping, taxes, and customs duties may apply
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Payment must be completed through approved payment methods before order processing
4.3 Order Acceptance and Fulfillment
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Your order constitutes an offer to purchase, which we may accept or decline
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Order confirmation represents our acceptance of your offer
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We reserve the right to limit or cancel quantities purchased per person, per household, or per order
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In the event of pricing errors, we may cancel orders and refund payments
4.4 Shipping and Delivery
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Shipping times are estimates and not guaranteed
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Risk of loss and title for products pass to you upon delivery
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You are responsible for providing accurate shipping information
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Additional shipping restrictions may apply to certain locations
4.5 Returns and Refunds
Returns and refunds are governed by our separate Return Policy, which is incorporated by reference into these Terms. Key provisions include:
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Time limits for returns and exchanges
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Conditions for product acceptance
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Refund processing timelines and methods
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Responsibility for return shipping costs
5. USER CONDUCT AND RESPONSIBILITIES
5.1 Permitted Uses
You may use the Services only for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms. You agree not to use the Services:
5.2 Prohibited Activities
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In any way that violates any applicable federal, state, local, or international law or regulation
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To transmit, or procure the sending of, any advertising or promotional material without our prior written consent
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To impersonate or attempt to impersonate the Company, employees, another user, or any other person or entity
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To engage in any other conduct that restricts or inhibits anyone's use or enjoyment of the Services
5.3 Content Standards
User Content must not:
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Contain any material that is defamatory, obscene, indecent, abusive, offensive, harassing, violent, hateful, inflammatory, or otherwise objectionable
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Promote sexually explicit or pornographic material, violence, or discrimination
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Infringe any patent, trademark, trade secret, copyright, or other intellectual property rights
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Involve commercial activities or sales without our express written consent
5.4 Monitoring and Enforcement
We have the right to:
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Remove or refuse to post any User Content for any or no reason
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Take appropriate legal action for any illegal or unauthorized use
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Terminate or suspend your access to all or part of the Services
6. DISCLAIMERS AND LIMITATION OF LIABILITY
6.1 Disclaimer of Warranties
YOUR USE OF THE SERVICES AND PRODUCTS IS AT YOUR SOLE RISK. THE SERVICES AND PRODUCTS ARE PROVIDED ON AN "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" BASIS. TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, WE EXPRESSLY DISCLAIM ALL WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, WHETHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED.
6.2 Limitation of Liability
TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, IN NO EVENT SHALL ANKOU, ITS DIRECTORS, EMPLOYEES, PARTNERS, SUPPLIERS, OR AGENTS BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION, LOSS OF PROFITS, DATA, USE, GOODWILL, OR OTHER INTANGIBLE LOSSES.
6.3 Cap on Liability
OUR TOTAL CUMULATIVE LIABILITY TO YOU FOR ALL CLAIMS ARISING FROM OR RELATED TO THESE TERMS OR YOUR USE OF THE SERVICES SHALL NOT EXCEED THE GREATER OF (I) THE AMOUNT YOU HAVE PAID TO ANKOU IN THE LAST SIX MONTHS, OR (II) ONE HUNDRED U.S. DOLLARS (US$100).
7. INDEMNIFICATION
You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless ANKOU, its affiliates, licensors, and service providers, and its and their respective officers, directors, employees, contractors, agents, licensors, suppliers, successors, and assigns from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, judgments, awards, losses, costs, expenses, or fees (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising out of or relating to your violation of these Terms or your use of the Services.
8. DISPUTE RESOLUTION AND ARBITRATION
8.1 Mandatory Arbitration
ANY DISPUTE, CLAIM, OR CONTROVERSY ARISING OUT OF OR RELATING TO THESE TERMS OR THE BREACH, TERMINATION, ENFORCEMENT, INTERPRETATION, OR VALIDITY THEREOF, INCLUDING THE DETERMINATION OF THE SCOPE OR APPLICABILITY OF THIS AGREEMENT TO ARBITRATE, SHALL BE DETERMINED BY ARBITRATION IN THE STATE OF DELAWARE BEFORE ONE ARBITRATOR.
8.2 Class Action Waiver
YOU AND ANKOU AGREE THAT EACH MAY BRING CLAIMS AGAINST THE OTHER ONLY IN YOUR OR ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY AND NOT AS A PLAINTIFF OR CLASS MEMBER IN ANY PURPORTED CLASS OR REPRESENTATIVE PROCEEDING.
8.3 Opt-Out Procedure
YOU MAY CHOOSE TO REJECT THIS ARBITRATION AGREEMENT BY SENDING US A WRITTEN OPT-OUT NOTICE WITHIN THIRTY (30) DAYS OF FIRST ACCEPTING THESE TERMS TO: legal@ankouhome.com
9. GOVERNING LAW AND JURISDICTION
These Terms and any separate agreements whereby we provide you Services shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Delaware, without regard to its conflict of law principles.
10. MISCELLANEOUS PROVISIONS
10.1 Entire Agreement
These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy and any other legal notices published by us on the Services, shall constitute the entire agreement between you and ANKOU concerning the Services.
10.2 Severability
If any provision of these Terms is held to be invalid or unenforceable, such provision shall be struck and the remaining provisions shall be enforced to the fullest extent under law.
10.3 No Waiver
Our failure to enforce any right or provision of these Terms will not be considered a waiver of those rights.
10.4 Assignment
You may not assign or transfer these Terms, by operation of law or otherwise, without our prior written consent. Any attempt by you to assign or transfer these Terms without such consent will be null and void.
11. CONTACT INFORMATION
For questions about these Terms or the Services, please contact us at:
ANKOU Legal Department
Email: legal@ankouhome.com
Address: U3 Building 3209, Gumao Junxiang US Intelligent Manufacturing Industrial Park, Xixiang, Bao'an District, Shenzhen, China
Phone: +86 15988871026
We typically respond to legal inquiries within 10 business days.