Terms of service

OVERVIEW
Welcome to Blondie on a Budget! The terms “we”, “us” and “our” refer to Blondie on a Budget. Blondie on a Budget operates this store and website, including all related information, content, features, tools, products and services in order to provide you, the customer, with a curated shopping experience (the “Services”). Blondie on a Budget is powered by Shopify, which enables us to provide the Services to you.
The below terms and conditions, together with any policies referenced herein (these “Terms of Service” or “Terms”) describe your rights and responsibilities when you use the Services.
Please read these Terms of Service carefully, as they include important information about your legal rights and cover areas such as warranty disclaimers and limitations of liability.
By visiting, interacting with or using our Services, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service and our Privacy Policy [LINK]. If you do not agree to these Terms of Service or Privacy Policy, you should not use or access our Services.

SECTION 1 - ACCESS AND ACCOUNT
By agreeing to these Terms of Service, you represent that you are at least the age of majority in your state or province of residence, and you have given us your consent to allow any of your minor dependents to use the Services on devices you own, purchase or manage.
To use the Services, including accessing or browsing our online stores or purchasing any of the products or services we offer, you may be asked to provide certain information, such as your email address, billing, payment, and shipping information. You represent and warrant that all the information you provide in our stores is correct, current and complete and that you have all rights necessary to provide this information.
You are solely responsible for maintaining the security of your account credentials and for all of your account activity. You may not transfer, sell, assign, or license your account to any other person.

SECTION 2 - OUR PRODUCTS
We have made every effort to provide an accurate representation of our products and services in our online stores. However, please note that colors or product appearance may differ from how they may appear on your screen due to the type of device you use to access the store and your device settings and configuration.
We do not warrant that the appearance or quality of any products or services purchased by you will meet your expectations or be the same as depicted or rendered in our online stores.
All descriptions of products are subject to change at any time without notice at our sole discretion. We reserve the right to discontinue any product at any time and may limit the quantities of any products that we offer to any person, geographic region or jurisdiction, on a case-by-case basis.

SECTION 3 - ORDERS
When you place an order, you are making an offer to purchase. Blondie on a Budget reserves the right to accept or decline your order for any reason at its discretion. Your order is not accepted until Blondie on a Budget confirms acceptance. We must receive and process your payment before your order is accepted. Please review your order carefully before submitting, as Blondie on a Budget may be unable to accommodate cancellation requests after an order is accepted. In the event that we do not accept, make a change to, or cancel an order, we will attempt to notify you by contacting the e‑mail, billing address, and/or phone number provided at the time the order was made.
Your purchases are subject to return or exchange solely in accordance with our Refund Policy [LINK].
You represent and warrant that your purchases are for your own personal or household use and not for commercial resale or export.

SECTION 4 - PRICES AND BILLING
Prices, discounts and promotions are subject to change without notice. The price charged for a product or service will be the price in effect at the time the order is placed and will be set out in your order confirmation email. Unless otherwise expressly stated, posted prices do not include taxes, shipping, handling, customs or import charges.
Prices posted in our online stores may be different from prices offered in physical stores or in online or other stores operated by third parties. We may offer, from time to time, promotions on the Services that may affect pricing and that are governed by terms and conditions separate from these Terms. If there is a conflict between the terms for a promotion and these Terms, the promotion terms will govern.
You agree to provide current, complete and accurate purchase, payment and account information for all purchases made at our stores. You agree to promptly update your account and other information, including your email address, credit card numbers and expiration dates, so that we can complete your transactions and contact you as needed.
You represent and warrant that (i) the credit card information you provide is true, correct, and complete, (ii) you are duly authorized to use such credit card for the purchase, (iii) charges incurred by you will be honored by your credit card company, and (iv) you will pay charges incurred by you at the posted prices, including shipping and handling charges and all applicable taxes, if any.

SECTION 5 - SHIPPING AND DELIVERY

Blondie on a Budget is committed to delivering your orders safely and efficiently. Please read our Shipping and Delivery Policy carefully before placing an order.

This policy applies to all orders placed through our website.

1. Delivery Options

At checkout, customers may select one of the following:

Courier Delivery (within South Africa)

Customer Collection (if available and selected at checkout)

Your chosen method will be confirmed in your order confirmation email.

2. Delivery Fees

Delivery fees are calculated at checkout and included in your order total.

All delivery charges will appear on your invoice and order confirmation email once your purchase is completed.

3. Shipping Timeframes

Orders are typically processed and dispatched within 4 to 7 business days, excluding weekends and public holidays, from the date your order confirmation is sent.

Please note:

Delivery timeframes are estimates only

Specific delivery dates or times cannot be guaranteed

4. Courier Partner

We use The Courier Guy as our primary delivery partner.

If you have any delivery-related questions or need to update delivery details, please contact us as soon as possible after placing your order.

5. Delivery Areas and Schedule

Courier deliveries are available only to valid physical addresses within South Africa.

Deliveries are made on business days:

Monday to Friday

Between 08:00 and 17:00

Please note: Couriers may not deliver to PO Boxes or certain remote areas.

6. Delivery Requirements

You (or someone on your behalf) may be required to:

Sign for delivery

Present identification upon request

Please ensure someone is available at the delivery address during business hours.

7. Address Accuracy

Customers are responsible for providing correct and complete delivery information at checkout.

Blondie on a Budget cannot be held liable for delays or failed deliveries caused by incorrect or incomplete address details.

8. Missed or Refused Deliveries

If delivery cannot be completed because:

No one is available to receive the parcel

The delivery is refused

Incorrect delivery details were provided

Additional delivery or re-dispatch fees may apply.

9. Delays Outside Our Control

While we aim to meet delivery estimates, we are not responsible for delays caused by:

Courier network disruptions

Weather events

Public holidays

Strikes or unforeseen circumstances beyond our control

10. Damaged or Missing Parcels

If your order arrives damaged, incomplete, or does not arrive within a reasonable timeframe, please notify us within 48 hours of delivery (or expected delivery).

Please include:

Your order number

Photos of damage (if applicable)

A brief description of the issue

We will assist in resolving the matter with the courier.

11. Risk and Ownership (CPA Compliance)

In accordance with the Consumer Protection Act, the risk of loss passes to the customer only once the goods have been successfully delivered to the nominated delivery address or collected by the customer.

12. Order Assistance

Need help with your order or noticed an error?

Please contact us:

📞 +27 82 674 5444

📧 blondiebudget77@gmail.com



SECTION 6 - INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY
Our Services, including but not limited to all trademarks, brands, text, displays, images, graphics, product reviews, video, and audio, and the design, selection, and arrangement thereof, are owned by Blondie on a Budget, its affiliates or licensors and are protected by U.S. and foreign patent, copyright and other intellectual property laws.
These Terms permit you to use the Services for your personal, non-commercial use only. You must not reproduce, distribute, modify, create derivative works of, publicly display, publicly perform, republish, download, store, or transmit any of the material on the Services without our prior written consent. Except as expressly provided herein, nothing in these Terms grants or shall be construed as granting a license or other rights to you under any patent, trademark, copyright, or other intellectual property of Blondie on a Budget, Shopify or any third party. Unauthorized use of the Services may be a violation of federal and state intellectual property laws. All rights not expressly granted herein are reserved by Blondie on a Budget.
Blondie on a Budget’s names, logos, product and service names, designs, and slogans are trademarks of Blondie on a Budget or its affiliates or licensors. You must not use such trademarks without the prior written permission of Blondie on a Budget. Shopify’s name, logo, product and service names, designs and slogans are trademarks of Shopify. All other names, logos, product and service names, designs, and slogans on the Services are the trademarks of their respective owners.

SECTION 7 - OPTIONAL TOOLS
You may be provided with access to customer tools offered by third parties as part of the Services, which we neither monitor nor have any control nor input.
You acknowledge and agree that we provide access to such tools “as is” and “as available” without any warranties, representations or conditions of any kind and without any endorsement. We shall have no liability whatsoever arising from or relating to your use of optional third-party tools.
Any use by you of the optional tools offered through the site is entirely at your own risk and discretion and you should ensure that you are familiar with and approve of the terms on which tools are provided by the relevant third-party provider(s).
We may also, in the future, offer new features through the Services (including the release of new tools and resources). Such new features shall also be deemed part of the Services and are subject to these Terms of Service.

SECTION 8 - THIRD-PARTY LINKS
The Services may contain materials and hyperlinks to websites provided or operated by third parties (including any embedded third party functionality). We are not responsible for examining or evaluating the content or accuracy of any third-party materials or websites you choose to access. If you decide to leave the Services to access these materials or third party sites, you do so at your own risk.
We are not liable for any harm or damages related to your access of any third-party websites, or your purchase or use of any products, services, resources, or content on any third-party websites. Please review carefully the third-party's policies and practices and make sure you understand them before you engage in any transaction. Complaints, claims, concerns, or questions regarding third-party products and services should be directed to the third-party.

SECTION 9 - RELATIONSHIP WITH SHOPIFY
[NOTE TO MERCHANT: This section accurately characterizes Shopify’s relationship with your store and should not be removed or modified.]
Blondie on a Budget is powered by Shopify, which enables us to provide the Services to you. However, any sales and purchases you make in our Store are made directly with Blondie on a Budget. By using the Services, you acknowledge and agree that Shopify is not responsible for any aspect of any sales between you and Blondie on a Budget, including any injury, damage, or loss resulting from purchased products and services. You hereby expressly release Shopify and its affiliates from all claims, damages, and liabilities arising from or related to your purchases and transactions with Blondie on a Budget.

SECTION 10 - PRIVACY POLICY

Blondie on a Budget (“we,” “us,” or “our”) operates this online store and website (the “Services”). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your personal information when you visit our website, make a purchase, or otherwise interact with us.

We are committed to protecting your personal information in accordance with the Protection of Personal Information Act 4 of 2013 (“POPIA”).

By using our Services, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy.

  1. Personal Information We Collect
    When you interact with our Services, we may collect the following categories of personal information:
  2. Contact Information

Full name

Email address

Phone number

Shipping and billing address

Transaction and Payment Information

Order history and purchased items

Payment confirmation details

Payment processing information (note: card details are handled securely by payment providers)

Account Information (if applicable)

Username and password

Preferences and settings

Communications

Information you provide when contacting customer support or communicating with us

Device and Usage Information

IP address

Browser type

Device identifiers

Pages viewed and interaction with our website

Cookies and similar technologies

2. Sources of Personal Information

We may collect personal information:

Directly from you when you place an order, sign up, or contact us

Automatically through cookies and website analytics

From service providers such as Shopify, payment gateways, and courier services

From third parties where permitted by law

3. How We Use Your Personal Information

We process personal information only where lawful and necessary, including to:

Provide and Improve Our Services

Process payments and fulfil orders

Deliver products and manage returns or exchanges

Provide customer support

Improve your shopping experience

Marketing and Promotions

Send promotional emails or offers (only where permitted)

You may opt out at any time using the unsubscribe link or by contacting us

Security and Fraud Prevention

Protect against fraudulent transactions

Maintain secure systems and prevent misuse

Legal and Compliance Purposes

Comply with legal obligations

Respond to lawful requests by authorities

Enforce our Terms of Service and protect our rights

4. Disclosure of Personal Information

We do not sell your personal information.

We may share your information only where necessary, including with:

Shopify, as our e-commerce hosting provider

Payment processors and banks

Courier and delivery services

IT and website service providers

Professional advisers where legally required

All third parties are required to safeguard your information.

5. Shopify and Third-Party Services

Our store is hosted on Shopify, which processes personal information to provide the platform and related services.

Your information may be shared with Shopify and trusted third parties to enable:

Secure checkout

Order fulfilment

Customer support

Website analytics

For more information, view Shopify’s Privacy Policy:

https://www.shopify.com/legal/privacy�

6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

Operate the website properly

Remember your preferences

Improve performance and analytics

Provide relevant advertising where applicable

You may disable cookies through your browser settings, but some site features may not function correctly.

7. International Transfers

Some service providers (including Shopify) may process personal information outside South Africa.

Where personal information is transferred internationally, we ensure that appropriate safeguards are in place as required under POPIA.

8. Data Security and Retention

We take reasonable technical and organisational measures to protect personal information.

However, no online system is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

We retain personal information only as long as necessary for:

Providing services

Legal compliance

Dispute resolution

Record-keeping obligations

9. Children’s Privacy

Our Services are not intended for children under the age of 18.

We do not knowingly collect personal information from minors. If you believe a child has provided us with information, please contact us so we can delete it.

10. Your Rights Under POPIA

As a South African customer, you have the right to:

Request access to personal information we hold about you

Request correction of inaccurate information

Request deletion of information (subject to legal limits)

Object to processing for direct marketing

Withdraw consent where applicable

Lodge a complaint with the Information Regulator

We may require proof of identity before fulfilling requests.

11. Complaints and the Information Regulator

If you have concerns about how we process your personal information, please contact us first.

You also have the right to lodge a complaint with:

The Information Regulator (South Africa)

Website: https://www.justice.gov.za/inforeg/�

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.

Changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.

13. Contact Us

If you have questions, requests, or wish to exercise your POPIA rights, contact us at:

Blondie on a Budget

Email: blondiebudget77@gmail.com

Phone: +27 82 674 5444

Location: Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa



SECTION 11 - FEEDBACK
If you submit, upload, post, email, or otherwise transmit any ideas, suggestions, feedback, reviews, proposals, plans, or other content (collectively, “Feedback”), you grant us a perpetual, worldwide, sublicensable, royalty-free license to use, reproduce, modify, publish, distribute and display such Feedback in any medium for any purpose, including for commercial use. We may, for example, use our rights under this license to operate, provide, evaluate, enhance, improve and promote the Services and to perform our obligations and exercise our rights under the Terms of Service.
You also represent and warrant that: (i) you own or have all necessary rights to all Feedback; (ii) you have disclosed any compensation or incentives received in connection with your submission of Feedback; and (iii) your Feedback will comply with these Terms. We are and shall be under no obligation (1) to maintain your Feedback in confidence; (2) to pay compensation for your Feedback; or (3) to respond to your Feedback.
We may, but have no obligation to, monitor, edit or remove Feedback that we determine in our sole discretion to be unlawful, offensive, threatening, libelous, defamatory, pornographic, obscene or otherwise objectionable or violates any party’s intellectual property or these Terms of Service.
You agree that your Feedback will not violate any right of any third-party, including copyright, trademark, privacy, personality or other personal or proprietary right. You further agree that your Feedback will not contain libelous or otherwise unlawful, abusive or obscene Feedback, or contain any computer virus or other malware that could in any way affect the operation of the Services or any related website. You may not use a false email address, pretend to be someone other than yourself, or otherwise mislead us or third-parties as to the origin of any Feedback. You are solely responsible for any Feedback you make and its accuracy. We take no responsibility and assume no liability for any Feedback posted by you or any third-party.

SECTION 12 - ERRORS, INACCURACIES AND OMISSIONS
Occasionally there may be information on or in the Services that contain typographical errors, inaccuracies or omissions that may relate to product descriptions, pricing, promotions, offers, product shipping charges, transit times and availability. We reserve the right to correct any errors, inaccuracies or omissions, and to change or update information or cancel orders if any information is inaccurate at any time without prior notice (including after you have submitted your order).

SECTION 13 - PROHIBITED USES
You may access and use the Services for lawful purposes only. You may not access or use the Services, directly or indirectly: (a) for any unlawful or malicious purpose; (b) to violate any international, federal, provincial or state regulations, rules, laws, or local ordinances; (c) to infringe upon or violate our intellectual property rights or the intellectual property rights of others; (d) to harass, abuse, insult, harm, defame, slander, disparage, intimidate, or harm any of our employees or any other person; (e) to transmit false or misleading information; (f) to send, knowingly receive, upload, download, use, or re-use any material that does not comply with the these Terms; (g) to transmit, or procure the sending of, any advertising or promotional material, including any “junk mail,” “chain letter,” “spam,” or any other similar solicitation; (h) to impersonate or attempt to impersonate any other person or entity; or (i) to engage in any other conduct that restricts or inhibits anyone's use or enjoyment of the Services, or which, as determined by us, may harm Blondie on a Budget, Shopify or users of the Services, or expose them to liability.
In addition, you agree not to: (a) upload or transmit viruses or any other type of malicious code that will or may be used in any way that will affect the functionality or operation of the Services; (b) reproduce, duplicate, copy, sell, resell or exploit any portion of the Services; (c) collect or track the personal information of others; (d) spam, phish, pharm, pretext, spider, crawl, or scrape; or (e) interfere with or circumvent the security features of the Services or any related website, other websites, or the Internet. We reserve the right to suspend, disable, or terminate your account at any time, without notice, if we determine that you have violated any part of these Terms.

SECTION 14 - TERMINATION
We may terminate this agreement or your access to the Services (or any part thereof) in our sole discretion at any time without notice, and you will remain liable for all amounts due up to and including the date of termination.
The following sections will continue to apply following any termination: Intellectual Property, Feedback, Termination, Disclaimer of Warranties, Limitation of Liability, Indemnification, Severability, Waiver; Entire Agreement, Assignment, Governing Law, Privacy Policy, and any other provisions that by their nature should survive termination.

SECTION 15 - DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTIES
The information presented on or through the Services is made available solely for general information purposes. We do not warrant the accuracy, completeness, or usefulness of this information. Any reliance you place on such information is strictly at your own risk. We disclaim all liability and responsibility arising from any reliance placed on such materials by you or any other visitor to the Services, or by anyone who may be informed of any of its contents.
EXCEPT AS EXPRESSLY STATED BY Blondie on a Budget, THE SERVICES AND ALL PRODUCTS OFFERED THROUGH THE SERVICES ARE PROVIDED 'AS IS' AND 'AS AVAILABLE' FOR YOUR USE, WITHOUT ANY REPRESENTATION, WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS OF MERCHANTABILITY, MERCHANTABLE QUALITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, DURABILITY, TITLE, AND NON-INFRINGEMENT. WE DO NOT GUARANTEE, REPRESENT OR WARRANT THAT YOUR USE OF THE SERVICES WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED, TIMELY, SECURE OR ERROR-FREE. SOME JURISDICTIONS LIMIT OR DO NOT ALLOW THE DISCLAIMER OF IMPLIED OR OTHER WARRANTIES SO THE ABOVE DISCLAIMER MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.

SECTION 16 - LIMITATION OF LIABILITY
TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PROVIDED BY LAW, IN NO CASE SHALL Blondie on a Budget, OUR PARTNERS, DIRECTORS, OFFICERS, EMPLOYEES, AFFILIATES, AGENTS, CONTRACTORS, SERVICE PROVIDERS OR LICENSORS, OR THOSE OF SHOPIFY AND ITS AFFILIATES, BE LIABLE FOR ANY INJURY, LOSS, CLAIM, OR ANY DIRECT, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, PUNITIVE, SPECIAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OF ANY KIND, INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, LOST PROFITS, LOST REVENUE, LOST SAVINGS, LOSS OF DATA, REPLACEMENT COSTS, OR ANY SIMILAR DAMAGES, WHETHER BASED IN CONTRACT, TORT (INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE), STRICT LIABILITY OR OTHERWISE, ARISING FROM YOUR USE OF ANY OF THE SERVICES OR ANY PRODUCTS PROCURED USING THE SERVICES, OR FOR ANY OTHER CLAIM RELATED IN ANY WAY TO YOUR USE OF THE SERVICES OR ANY PRODUCT, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, ANY ERRORS OR OMISSIONS IN ANY CONTENT, OR ANY LOSS OR DAMAGE OF ANY KIND INCURRED AS A RESULT OF THE USE OF THE SERVICES OR ANY CONTENT (OR PRODUCT) POSTED, TRANSMITTED, OR OTHERWISE MADE AVAILABLE VIA THE SERVICES, EVEN IF ADVISED OF THEIR POSSIBILITY.

SECTION 17 - INDEMNIFICATION
You agree to indemnify, defend and hold harmless Blondie on a Budget, Shopify, and our affiliates, partners, officers, directors, employees, agents, contractors, licensors, and service providers from any losses, damages, liabilities or claims, including reasonable attorneys’ fees, payable to any third party due to or arising out of (1) your breach of these Terms of Service or the documents they incorporate by reference, (2) your violation of any law or the rights of a third party, or (3) your access to and use of the Services.
We will notify you of any indemnifiable claim, provided that a failure to promptly notify will not relieve you of your obligations unless you are materially prejudiced. We may control the defense and settlement of such claim at your expense, including choice of counsel, but will not settle any claim requiring non-monetary obligations from you without your consent (not to be unreasonably withheld). You will cooperate in the defense of indemnified claims, including by providing relevant documents.

SECTION 18 - SEVERABILITY
In the event that any provision of these Terms of Service is determined to be unlawful, void or unenforceable, such provision shall nonetheless be enforceable to the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, and the unenforceable portion shall be deemed to be severed from these Terms of Service, such determination shall not affect the validity and enforceability of any other remaining provisions.

SECTION 19 - WAIVER; ENTIRE AGREEMENT
The failure of us to exercise or enforce any right or provision of these Terms of Service shall not constitute a waiver of such right or provision.
These Terms of Service and any policies or operating rules posted by us on this site or in respect to the Service constitutes the entire agreement and understanding between you and us and governs your use of the Service, superseding any prior or contemporaneous agreements, communications and proposals, whether oral or written, between you and us (including, but not limited to, any prior versions of the Terms of Service).
Any ambiguities in the interpretation of these Terms of Service shall not be construed against the drafting party.

SECTION 20 - ASSIGNMENT
You may not delegate, transfer or assign this Agreement or any of your rights or obligations under these Terms without our prior written consent, and any such attempt will be null and void. We may transfer, assign, or delegate these Terms and our rights and obligations without consent or notice to you.

SECTION 21 - GOVERNING LAW
These Terms of Service and any separate agreements whereby we provide you Services shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the federal and state or territorial courts in the jurisdiction where Blondie on a Budget is headquartered. You and Blondie on a Budget consent to venue and personal jurisdiction in such courts.

SECTION 22 - HEADINGS
The headings used in this agreement are included for convenience only and will not limit or otherwise affect these Terms.

SECTION 23 - CHANGES TO TERMS OF SERVICE
You can review the most current version of the Terms of Service at any time on this page.
We reserve the right, in our sole discretion, to update, change, or replace any part of these Terms of Service by posting updates and changes to our website. It is your responsibility to check our website periodically for changes. We will notify you of any material changes to these Terms in accordance with applicable law, and such changes will be effective on the date specified in the notice. Your continued use of or access to the Services following the posting of any changes to these Terms of Service constitutes acceptance of those changes.

SECTION 24 - CONTACT INFORMATION
Questions about the Terms of Service should be sent to us at blondiebudget77@gmail.com.
Our contact information is posted below:
Blondie on a Budget
blondiebudget77@gmail.com
+27 82 674 5444

SECTION 25 - TERMS OF SERVICE

Welcome to Blondie on a Budget.

The terms “we”, “us” and “our” refer to Blondie on a Budget. We operate this store and website, including all related information, content, features, tools, products and services (the “Services”) to provide customers with a curated shopping experience.

Our store is powered by Shopify, which enables us to provide the Services to you.

These Terms of Service (“Terms”) apply to all users of the site, including browsers, customers, and purchasers.

By accessing or using our Services, you agree to be bound by these Terms and our Privacy Policy.

If you do not agree, you may not use the Services.

SECTION 1 – ELIGIBILITY AND ACCOUNT RESPONSIBILITY

By using our Services, you confirm that you are at least 18 years of age, or the legal age of majority in South Africa.

When purchasing from us, you may be required to provide personal information such as your name, email address, billing and delivery details.

You agree that all information provided is accurate, complete, and current.

You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account details and for all activity under your account.

SECTION 2 – OUR PRODUCTS AND AVAILABILITY

We make every effort to display our products accurately. However, product colours may vary depending on device settings and screen resolution.

All product descriptions, pricing, and availability are subject to change at any time without notice.

We reserve the right to:

Limit quantities

Discontinue products

Refuse service at our discretion where lawful

SECTION 3 – ORDERS AND PAYMENT

When you place an order, you are making an offer to purchase goods from Blondie on a Budget.

We reserve the right to accept or decline an order for any reason, including stock limitations or suspected fraud.

An order is only confirmed once payment has been successfully processed and you receive an order confirmation email.

Please review your order carefully before submitting, as cancellations may not always be possible once processing has begun.

SECTION 4 – PRICING AND BILLING

All prices are displayed in South African Rand (ZAR) unless otherwise stated.

Prices may change without notice.

Shipping fees, taxes, and any applicable charges will be shown at checkout before payment is completed.

You agree to provide accurate billing and payment details and authorise us to process payment for your order.

SECTION 5 – SHIPPING, DELIVERY AND COLLECTION

Customers may choose either:

Courier delivery, or

Customer collection, depending on checkout selection.

Courier Delivery

Delivery times are estimates only and are not guaranteed.

We are not responsible for delays caused by:

Courier companies

Weather events

Public holidays

Circumstances beyond our control

Risk of loss passes to you once the goods have been delivered to your nominated delivery address, in accordance with the Consumer Protection Act.

Customer Collection

If you select collection, you are responsible for collecting your order within the timeframe communicated.

Risk passes to you once the goods are handed over at collection.

Proof of identity or order confirmation may be required when collecting.

SECTION 6 – RETURNS AND REFUNDS

All purchases are subject to our Refund and Return Policy, available here: [INSERT LINK]

Nothing in these Terms limits your rights under the Consumer Protection Act 68 of 2008 (CPA).

Defective or incorrectly supplied goods may be returned in accordance with South African consumer law.

SECTION 7 – INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY

All content on this website, including but not limited to:

Logos

Branding

Text

Images

Product designs

Website layout

is the property of Blondie on a Budget or its licensors and is protected under the laws of the Republic of South Africa and applicable international intellectual property laws.

You may not reproduce, distribute, or exploit any content without written permission.

SECTION 8 – OPTIONAL TOOLS AND THIRD-PARTY SERVICES

We may provide access to third-party tools or services that we do not control.

These tools are provided “as is” without warranties.

Use of third-party services is entirely at your own risk.

SECTION 9 – THIRD-PARTY LINKS

Our Services may contain links to third-party websites.

We are not responsible for the content, accuracy, or privacy practices of third-party sites.

Accessing third-party sites is at your own discretion.

SECTION 10 – SHOPIFY PLATFORM NOTICE

Our store is hosted by Shopify.

All purchases are made directly with Blondie on a Budget, not Shopify.

You agree that Shopify is not liable for any injury, loss, or dispute arising from transactions between you and us.

SECTION 11 – PRIVACY AND POPIA COMPLIANCE

Your personal information is processed in accordance with our Privacy Policy and the Protection of Personal Information Act 4 of 2013 (POPIA).

Privacy Policy available here: [INSERT LINK]

SECTION 12 – CUSTOMER FEEDBACK AND REVIEWS

If you submit reviews, comments, or feedback, you grant Blondie on a Budget the right to use and publish such content for marketing or operational purposes.

You agree that feedback must not be unlawful, abusive, defamatory, or misleading.

SECTION 13 – ERRORS AND OMISSIONS

We reserve the right to correct errors in product descriptions, pricing, promotions, or availability at any time without notice.

If an order is affected, we will contact you where reasonably possible.

SECTION 14 – PROHIBITED USES

You may not use this site for any unlawful purpose, including:

Fraud

Harassment

Uploading viruses or malicious code

Infringing intellectual property

Misrepresenting your identity

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate access where misuse occurs.

SECTION 15 – TERMINATION

We may terminate or restrict access to the Services at our discretion, without notice, if you breach these Terms.

Obligations that should survive termination will remain enforceable.

SECTION 16 – DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTIES

The Services and products are provided “as is” and “as available.”

To the fullest extent permitted by law, we disclaim all warranties except where such warranties cannot be excluded under the CPA.

Nothing in these Terms limits consumer rights under South African law.

SECTION 17 – LIMITATION OF LIABILITY

To the maximum extent permitted by South African law, Blondie on a Budget shall not be liable for indirect, incidental, or consequential damages.

This limitation does not apply where liability cannot legally be excluded under the CPA.

SECTION 18 – INDEMNIFICATION

You agree to indemnify Blondie on a Budget against claims or losses arising from your misuse of the Services or breach of these Terms.

SECTION 19 – SEVERABILITY

If any provision is found unlawful or unenforceable, the remaining provisions will continue in full force.

SECTION 20 – ENTIRE AGREEMENT

SECTION 26 - REFUN & RETURN POLICY

Blondie on a Budget values our customers and strives to provide quality products. Please read this policy carefully before making a purchase.

This Refund and Return Policy is written in accordance with the Consumer Protection Act 68 of 2008 (“CPA”) of South Africa.

1. All Sales and Change-of-Mind Returns

Due to the nature of our products and for hygiene and business reasons, we do not offer refunds or exchanges for change-of-mind purchases, incorrect sizing choices, or unwanted items, unless required by law.

Please ensure that you review product descriptions carefully before completing your order.

2. Defective or Damaged Goods

In terms of the CPA, customers have the right to return goods that are:

Defective

Damaged upon delivery

Not of good quality

Not as described

If you receive a faulty or damaged item, please contact us within 7 days of delivery with:

Your order number

Clear photos of the issue

A description of the problem

Where a defect is confirmed, we will offer one of the following remedies as required by law:

Replacement

Repair

Refund (where applicable)

3. Incorrect Items Supplied

If we accidentally send you the wrong item, please notify us within 7 days of delivery.

We will arrange collection or return shipping at no additional cost and send the correct item or issue a refund if stock is unavailable.

4. Returns Process

To request a return, please email us at:

📧 blondiebudget77@gmail.com

Returns will not be accepted without prior approval.

Items must be returned:

In original condition

Unworn and unused

With tags/packaging intact

5. Non-Returnable Items

For hygiene and safety reasons, the following items may not be eligible for return unless defective:

Sale or clearance items

Accessories (earrings, etc.)

Items marked “Final Sale”

6. Refund Processing

If a refund is approved, it will be processed within 7–14 business days, using the original payment method where possible.

Please note that bank processing times may vary.

7. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this policy, please contact us before purchasing:

Blondie on a Budget

📧 blondiebudget77@gmail.com

📞 +27 82 674 5444

📍 Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa