Terms and Conditions

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing and using bc-shoes.com (the “Website”), you agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions. If you do not agree to abide by the above, please do not use this service. We reserve the right to update and change these Terms and Conditions at any time. Your continued use of the Website following the posting of revised Terms and Conditions means that you accept and agree to the changes.

2. About BC Shoes

BC Shoes is a born-in-California vegan footwear brand dedicated to creating sustainable, cruelty-free, and stylish shoes. We design every pair with commitment to animal-free materials, ethical production, and environmental responsibility. Our collection includes sneakers, tennis shoes, sandals, and casual footwear crafted for people who care about the planet.

BC Shoes is PETA-certified, ensuring that all our products are made without leather, fur, or other animal-derived materials. We believe beautiful, comfortable shoes don’t require harming animals.

3. Affiliate Relationships

BC Shoes participates in the Amazon Associates Program and other affiliate marketing programs. When you click on product links on this Website and make a purchase, we may earn an affiliate commission at no additional cost to you.

This means:

• All product links on bc-shoes.com are affiliate links
• Purchases are fulfilled through Amazon or other partner retailers
• You pay the same price whether you use our links or not
• We receive a small commission that helps us maintain this resource
• Our affiliate partnerships do not influence our product selection or recommendations

We are required to disclose these relationships transparently. See our Disclaimer for more details about our affiliate practices.

4. Intellectual Property

All content on this Website, including text, graphics, logos, images, product descriptions, and design elements, is the property of BC Shoes or its content suppliers and is protected by international copyright laws.

You are granted a limited license to view, download, and print content from this Website for your personal, non-commercial use only. You may not:

• Reproduce, duplicate, or copy content for commercial purposes
• Modify, translate, or create derivative works from our content
• Distribute, transmit, or display our content without permission
• Remove or alter any copyright notices or proprietary markings
• Use our logos or brand names without written authorization

“BC Shoes,” our logos, and all related product and service names are trademarks of BC Shoes. Any unauthorized use of these marks is prohibited.

5. User Conduct

You agree to use this Website only for lawful purposes and in a way that does not infringe upon the rights of others or restrict their use and enjoyment of this Website. Prohibited behavior includes:

• Harassing or causing distress or inconvenience to any person
• Disrupting the normal flow of dialogue within our Website
• Attempting to gain unauthorized access to our systems
• Posting or transmitting obscene or abusive content
• Posting misleading information or impersonating others
• Using automated tools to scrape or collect data without permission
• Attempting to bypass any security measures

Any user engaging in such conduct may be banned from the Website indefinitely.

6. Third-Party Links

This Website may contain links to other websites (“Third-Party Links”), including Amazon product pages. BC Shoes is not responsible for the content, accuracy, or practices of these external sites. When you click a Third-Party Link, you leave bc-shoes.com and enter a different website governed by that site’s terms and conditions.

We encourage you to review the privacy policies and terms of any Third-Party Links before providing personal information or making purchases. BC Shoes does not endorse and is not responsible for any Third-Party Links, products, services, or content.

7. Disclaimers

This Website is provided on an “as-is” and “as-available” basis without any warranties, express or implied. BC Shoes makes no representations or warranties regarding:

• The accuracy, completeness, or reliability of any content
• Product descriptions, images, or specifications
• Availability of products on Amazon or other retailers
• Fitness of products for any particular purpose
• Uninterrupted or error-free Website functionality
• Security of personal information transmitted to this site

All product information is provided for informational purposes only. Please verify current product details, pricing, and availability on Amazon or the retailer’s website before making a purchase. Product features, materials, and specifications may vary or change without notice.

8. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, BC Shoes shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages resulting from your use of or inability to use the Website or content, including but not limited to:

• Loss of profits or revenue
• Loss of data or information
• Business interruption
• Injury or property damage
• Decisions made based on Website content

This limitation applies even if BC Shoes has been advised of the possibility of such damages. Some jurisdictions do not allow the limitation of liability, so this restriction may not apply to you.

9. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless BC Shoes, its affiliates, and their respective officers, directors, employees, and agents from any claims, damages, losses, liabilities, and expenses (including legal fees) arising from:

• Your use of this Website or violation of these Terms and Conditions
• Your violation of any applicable law or regulation
• Infringement of any intellectual property rights by content you submit
• Any harm caused by your conduct or actions on this Website

10. Privacy Policy

Your use of this Website is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which explains how we collect, use, protect, and disclose your personal information. Please review our Privacy Policy to understand our privacy practices.

By using this Website, you consent to the collection and use of your information as described in our Privacy Policy.

11. Modifications to Terms

BC Shoes reserves the right to modify these Terms and Conditions at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting to the Website. Your continued use of the Website following any modifications constitutes your acceptance of the updated Terms and Conditions.

We encourage you to review these Terms periodically to stay informed of any changes. If you do not agree with any modifications, you must discontinue use of this Website.

12. Governing Law

These Terms and Conditions are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of California and the United States, without regard to conflict of law principles.

You agree that any legal action or proceeding arising out of or relating to these Terms and Conditions or your use of this Website shall be exclusively subject to the jurisdiction of the state and federal courts located in California, and you consent to the personal jurisdiction of these courts.

13. Contact Information

If you have questions about these Terms and Conditions or need to contact us, please reach out:

Our team typically responds to inquiries within 1-3 business days.

Thank you for being part of the BC Shoes community. We’re dedicated to providing sustainable, vegan footwear without compromising on style or comfort.