Terms of service

Effective Date: 07/30/2026

Welcome to Sunset Chess ("Company," "we," "our," or "us"). These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your access to and use of our website and the purchase of chess-related products, including chess sets, boards, pieces, clocks, accessories, apparel, books, and other merchandise offered through our online store.

By accessing our website or placing an order, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree with these Terms, please do not use our website.

1. Eligibility

By using this website, you represent and warrant that:

  • You are at least 18 years old or the age of majority in your jurisdiction.
  • You have the legal authority to enter into this agreement.
  • You will use this website only for lawful purposes.

2. Products

We make every effort to display our products accurately. However, colors, wood grain, finishes, sizing, and other product details may vary depending on your device and the natural characteristics of certain materials.

Product availability is not guaranteed, and we reserve the right to discontinue or modify products without notice.

3. Pricing

All prices are listed in U.S. Dollars (USD) unless otherwise stated.

We reserve the right to change prices at any time without prior notice. If a pricing error occurs, we may cancel or refuse an order before shipment and issue a full refund if payment has already been collected.

4. Orders

All orders are subject to acceptance and availability.

We reserve the right to:

  • Refuse or cancel any order.
  • Limit quantities purchased.
  • Cancel orders suspected of fraud or unauthorized activity.
  • Verify payment information before processing an order.

You will receive an email confirmation after placing an order. This confirmation does not constitute acceptance of your order.

5. Payment

Payment must be received before your order is processed.

We accept the payment methods displayed during checkout. All payment information is securely processed through third-party payment providers. We do not store your complete payment card information.

6. Shipping

Shipping estimates are provided for convenience only and are not guaranteed.

Delivery times may be affected by carrier delays, weather conditions, holidays, customs processing, or other circumstances beyond our control.

Ownership and risk of loss pass to you when the order is delivered to the shipping carrier, unless otherwise required by law.

7. Returns and Refunds

Our Return & Refund Policy governs all returns, exchanges, and refunds and is incorporated into these Terms by reference.

Please review our Return & Refund Policy before making a purchase.

8. Product Use

Our chess products are intended for personal enjoyment, education, competition, and gift purposes.

Children should use products under appropriate adult supervision when small parts could present a choking hazard.

You are responsible for using all products safely and according to any included instructions.

9. Intellectual Property

All content on this website, including text, product descriptions, logos, graphics, photographs, videos, designs, trademarks, and software, is the property of Sunset Chess or its licensors and is protected by applicable intellectual property laws.

No content may be copied, reproduced, distributed, modified, or used without our prior written permission.

10. User Reviews

If you submit reviews, photographs, comments, or other content, you grant us a non-exclusive, royalty-free, worldwide license to use, reproduce, display, publish, and distribute that content for marketing and business purposes.

You agree not to submit unlawful, defamatory, misleading, or infringing content.

11. Prohibited Conduct

You agree not to:

  • Violate any applicable law.
  • Attempt unauthorized access to our systems.
  • Upload malicious software or viruses.
  • Interfere with website security or functionality.
  • Use automated tools to scrape or copy website content.
  • Engage in fraudulent purchases or payment disputes without legitimate cause.

12. Disclaimer of Warranties

Our website and products are provided on an "AS IS" and "AS AVAILABLE" basis to the fullest extent permitted by law.

We disclaim all express and implied warranties, including warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, and non-infringement.

We do not guarantee uninterrupted or error-free operation of the website.

13. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Sunset Chess shall not be liable for indirect, incidental, consequential, special, or punitive damages arising from your use of the website or purchase of products.

Our total liability for any claim shall not exceed the amount paid for the product giving rise to the claim.

14. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Sunset Chess, its owners, employees, affiliates, and service providers from any claims, losses, liabilities, or expenses arising from your misuse of the website or violation of these Terms.

15. Privacy

Your use of this website is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your personal information.

16. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of California, without regard to its conflict of law principles.

Any disputes shall be brought exclusively in the state or federal courts located in California, unless applicable law requires otherwise.

17. Changes to These Terms

We may revise these Terms at any time. Updated versions will be posted on this page with a revised Effective Date.

Your continued use of the website after changes become effective constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms.

18. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is held to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.