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# Terms of Service ## Please Read These Terms of Service Carefully ### Welcome to the GeckoDesign® Online Store The GeckoDesign® Online Store (https://geckodesign.cyberbiz.co/) (hereinafter referred to as the "Website") is an e-commerce platform operated by **Gecko Enterprise Co., Ltd.** (hereinafter referred to as the "Company"). The Website provides related products and services in accordance with these Terms of Service and other applicable policies, regulations, and notices. Before registering as a member or making a purchase for the first time, please carefully read, understand, and agree to all applicable terms, conditions, policies, and regulations of the Website. You may then proceed to complete the registration and purchasing process by providing your personal information. By completing the registration or purchase process, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to all provisions, policies, terms, and conditions of the Website. If you do not agree with all or any part of these Terms of Service, please do not provide your personal information or proceed with any purchase transaction. The Company reserves the right to modify, revise, or update these Terms of Service at any time as required for operational purposes. Except where such modifications materially affect rights associated with completed purchases, the Company is not obligated to provide individual notice. The most current version of these Terms of Service will be published on the Website and may be accessed through links available on the homepage. To protect your interests, we encourage you to review these Terms of Service prior to each purchase. If you do not agree with any modifications or revisions to these Terms of Service, you should immediately discontinue use of the Website and all related services. If you are under the legal age of twenty (20) under the laws of Taiwan, you must review these Terms of Service with your parent(s) or legal guardian and obtain their consent before registering, using the Website, or making any purchases. Any purchase made by a minor must be approved by the minor's legal representative or guardian. Once a purchase transaction has been completed, the Company shall not be responsible or liable for any consequences arising from the purchaser's personal decisions or intentions regarding the transaction. ## Account and Password Policy ### 1. Account Registration To ensure transaction security, the Website will use the email address provided in your registration information as your account username. Once an account has been created, the registered email address cannot be modified. Please carefully verify all information before submission. You may choose your own password for account authentication and access. You may change your password at any time according to your personal preferences and security requirements. ### 2. Account Security and Responsibility You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality and security of your account and password, including but not limited to: * Not disclosing your account credentials to any third party. Except where unauthorized use by a third party can be proven to have resulted from illegal activities beyond your control, you shall be fully responsible for all activities conducted through your account using the correct account credentials. You may not deny any transaction or activity performed under your registered account and password. ### 3. Accuracy of Registration Information You represent and warrant that all information provided during registration is accurate, complete, and up to date. You may not use another person's identity or personal information when creating an account. If you violate the foregoing representations or provide false, misleading, or incomplete information, the Company reserves the right to suspend or terminate your account and deny access to the Website's services. ### 4. Unauthorized Use of Account If you become aware of any unauthorized use, theft, misuse, or security breach involving your account, you must notify the Company immediately to prevent further damage or unauthorized activities. Upon receiving such notification, the Company will assist in suspending related transactions and account activities. After the matter has been investigated and clarified, the Company may, at its discretion and upon your request, reset or reactivate the account credentials as appropriate. ## Personal Data Protection The Company may collect, process, and use your personal information whenever you make a transaction or participate in promotional activities for the purpose of providing services, customer support, and marketing communications. For further details regarding the collection, processing, and use of personal information, please refer to the GeckoDesign® Online Store Privacy Policy. You agree that the Company may periodically send product updates, promotional information, and marketing communications to your registered email address. If you wish to unsubscribe or modify your subscription preferences, you may contact us through the "Contact Us" section of the Website, and our customer service team will assist you in updating your subscription settings. The Company shall comply with all applicable personal data protection laws and regulations. Except as provided in these Terms of Service, the Privacy Policy, or applicable laws, the Company will not unlawfully disclose, use, or share your personal information. The Company may disclose your personal information to relevant authorities or qualified third parties presenting valid legal documentation under the following circumstances: ### 1. Legal Requirements When disclosure is required by applicable laws, regulations, court orders, law enforcement agencies, judicial authorities, government agencies, or other competent authorities acting in accordance with legal procedures. ### 2. Protection of Rights and Safety When necessary to protect the legitimate rights, property, or safety of other customers, third parties, or the general public in emergency situations. ### 3. Website Operations When necessary to maintain, secure, or ensure the proper operation of the Website and its services. ### 4. Service Providers and Business Partners When disclosure is necessary for payment processing, logistics, order fulfillment, customer support, marketing services, or other services provided by authorized third-party service providers, contractors, or business partners engaged by the Company. ### 5. Violation of Laws or Terms of Service When a user violates applicable laws, regulations, governmental requirements, or these Terms of Service. ### Third-Party Websites The Website may contain links to third-party websites through advertisements, partnerships, promotional activities, or other forms of cooperation. Once you leave the Website and access a third-party website, these Terms of Service and the Website's Privacy Policy will no longer apply. You are solely responsible for reviewing and evaluating the terms, conditions, privacy practices, and policies of any third-party website before using its services. The Company shall not be responsible for the content, practices, or services provided by any third-party website. ## Notices You agree that all communications, transactions, and interactions between you and the Company arising from the use of the Website or purchases made through the Website may be conducted electronically. The Company may provide notices, communications, and other information to you via email or other electronic means. Likewise, you may communicate with the Company through the Website and other designated electronic channels. --- ## Transaction Terms and Conditions ### 1. Product Availability Products offered on the Website are available in limited quantities. Customers are encouraged to complete the checkout process as soon as possible after selecting products. Adding an item to the shopping cart does not constitute a completed order or reservation of inventory. If another customer completes a purchase before you finalize your order and the item becomes out of stock, the Website reserves the right to cancel your order and notify you accordingly or offer alternative products. ### 2. Order Acceptance You may place an order based on the product quantity and pricing information displayed on the Website. Unless the Company rejects the order with a legitimate reason within one (1) business day after submission, the order shall be deemed accepted by the Company. However, if payment has already been successfully completed, the transaction shall be considered concluded and legally binding unless otherwise required by applicable law. ### 3. Shipping and Delivery Products will be shipped according to the delivery method selected by the customer during checkout. Unless otherwise specified, product prices do not include shipping fees. Customers who qualify for promotional free-shipping offers may receive shipping subsidies provided by the Company according to the applicable promotional terms. If a partial return causes the order to no longer qualify for the original free-shipping promotion, the Company reserves the right to deduct the original shipping cost from the refund amount. Shipping fees shall be based on the rates announced on the Website at the time the order was placed. ### 4. Right of Withdrawal In accordance with Article 19 of the Consumer Protection Act of Taiwan, customers may exercise their right to cancel the contract within seven (7) days after receiving the product. Please note that the seven-day cooling-off period is not a trial period. It is intended solely to allow consumers to evaluate the product while it remains in its original, unopened condition. If the product has been opened, used, damaged, altered, or otherwise rendered unsuitable for resale, your eligibility for cancellation, return, or refund may be affected in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. ### 5. Additional Information For matters not specifically addressed in these Terms of Service, please refer to the Website's Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) section and other applicable policies published on the Website. Intellectual Property RightsAll content, materials, and information available on this Website, including but not limited to product photographs, illustrations, portraits, website architecture, software programming, website layouts, webpage designs, templates, visual styles, products, trademarks, logos, text, graphics, and other proprietary information, are owned by the Company or their respective rights holders and are protected by applicable intellectual property laws, including but not limited to copyright laws, trademark laws, patent laws, trade secret laws, and fair trade regulations. Without the prior written consent or authorization of the Company or the respective rights holder, no person may reproduce, distribute, modify, publish, transmit, display, exploit, or otherwise use any content from the Website for any purpose. Unauthorized use may constitute infringement of intellectual property rights and may result in civil and/or criminal liability under applicable laws. Limitation of LiabilityYou agree that, except where otherwise required by applicable law, the Company's total liability arising out of or relating to your use of the Website or any purchase made through the Website shall not exceed ten (10) times the total amount actually paid by you to the Company in connection with the relevant transaction. Likewise, if you breach these Terms of Service or otherwise cause damage to the Company through any violation, misconduct, or contractual default, your liability to the Company shall be subject to the same limitation and principles as provided herein. Nothing in these Terms of Service shall exclude or limit any liability that cannot be excluded or limited under applicable law. ## Service Suspension and Disclaimer The Company shall maintain the normal operation of the Website using security measures and technologies that meet generally accepted industry standards and reasonable expectations. The Company reserves the right to suspend all or part of the Website's services without prior notice under any of the following circumstances. The Company shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or special damages arising therefrom, nor shall it be obligated to provide any compensation: ### 1. System Maintenance and Upgrades When the Website's hardware, software, servers, network facilities, or related systems are relocated, replaced, upgraded, maintained, inspected, or repaired. ### 2. Force Majeure Events When services are interrupted, suspended, delayed, or otherwise affected by natural disasters, acts of God, pandemics, war, civil unrest, governmental actions, or any other force majeure events beyond the Company's reasonable control. ### 3. Third-Party Service Interruptions When services are interrupted or suspended due to failures, disruptions, or interruptions of telecommunications providers, internet service providers, hosting providers, website service providers, or any other causes not attributable to the Company. ### 4. Unauthorized Interference or System Disruptions When the Website is affected by external interference resulting in inaccurate information display, unauthorized access, forgery, alteration, deletion, theft, interception of data, system malfunctions, security breaches, or any inability of the Website to operate normally. ### 5. User Violations When a user violates these Terms of Service, applicable laws, regulations, governmental requirements, or engages in activities that may adversely affect the Website, the Company may suspend, restrict, or terminate the user's access to the Website and its services. ### 6. Other Violations Any other conduct that violates these Terms of Service, infringes upon the rights of others, or constitutes unlawful activity. --- You agree that the Company may, at its sole discretion and without obtaining your prior consent, suspend or terminate your membership, purchasing privileges, account access, or use of any part of the Website's services in accordance with these Terms of Service. Under such circumstances, the Company shall not be liable to you or any third party for any losses, damages, claims, liabilities, or obligations arising from such suspension, restriction, or termination of services. ## Governing Law and Jurisdiction ### Validity of Terms If any provision of these Terms of Service is determined to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable, in whole or in part, such determination shall not affect the validity, legality, or enforceability of the remaining provisions, which shall continue in full force and effect. ### Governing Relationship The rights and obligations between you and the Company shall be governed by these Terms of Service, together with any applicable policies, notices, guidelines, and regulations published on the Website. ### Dispute Resolution In the event of any dispute arising out of or relating to the use of the Website, its services, or any transaction conducted through the Website, you may first contact the Company's customer service department using the contact information provided on the Website. Both parties agree to make every reasonable effort to resolve any dispute through good-faith negotiations, mutual respect, fairness, and cooperation. If the dispute cannot be resolved through negotiation, unless otherwise required by applicable law, both parties agree that the **Tainan District Court of Taiwan (Republic of China)** shall have exclusive jurisdiction as the court of first instance. ### Governing Law Any matters not specifically addressed in these Terms of Service shall be governed by, construed, supplemented, and enforced in accordance with the laws of the **Republic of China (Taiwan)**. |