Terms of Service

1. Acceptance of Terms

By using ZippyGifts.app, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms, as well as our Privacy Policy.

These Terms constitute a legally binding agreement between you and ZippyGifts.app. We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. Your continued use of the service after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the modified Terms.

Eligibility: You must be at least 18 years old to use ZippyGifts.app. By using our service, you represent that you meet this age requirement.

2. Description of Service

ZippyGifts.app is a gift bag planning tool that helps users create customized gift bags for events such as birthday parties, classroom celebrations, and holidays. Our service provides:

• Gift bag suggestions based on age, gender, budget, and theme preferences
• Product recommendations from third-party retailers (Amazon, Walmart, Target, Dollar Tree, Dollar General, and others)
• Affiliate links to merchant websites where products can be purchased
• Budget optimization and quantity calculations

Important: ZippyGifts.app is a suggestion and planning tool only. We do not sell products, process payments, fulfill orders, or handle shipping. All purchases are completed directly with third-party merchants.

3. Product Accuracy & Third-Party Information

3.1 Product Information Provided by Third Parties

All product information displayed on ZippyGifts.app—including titles, descriptions, images, prices, availability, and specifications—is sourced from third-party merchants such as:

• Amazon (Amazon.com, Inc.)
• Walmart (Walmart Inc.)
• Target (Target Corporation)
• Dollar Tree and Dollar General
• Other retail partners

3.2 No Guarantee of Accuracy

We make no representations or warranties regarding:

• Pricing accuracy: Prices displayed may be outdated or incorrect
• Product availability: Items may be out of stock or discontinued
• Product descriptions: Specifications, colors, sizes, or features may differ
• Product images: Actual products may vary from images shown
• Shipping costs or delivery times: These are determined solely by the merchant

3.3 Verification Responsibility

You are solely responsible for verifying all product information, pricing, and availability directly with the merchant before making any purchase. Always review:

• Current price and total cost (including taxes and shipping)
• Product specifications, age ratings, and safety warnings
• Return and refund policies
• Delivery estimates and shipping options

3.4 Reporting Issues

If you encounter broken links, incorrect product information, or outdated pricing, please report it via our Contact Form. While we appreciate reports, we cannot guarantee corrections or updates.

4. Affiliate Relationships & Commissions

4.1 How Affiliate Links Work

When you click on a "Add to Cart", "Buy Now", or product link on ZippyGifts.app, you are redirected to a third-party merchant's website (such as Amazon, Walmart, or Target). These links contain affiliate tracking codes that allow us to earn a commission if you complete a purchase.

Important: You are not charged any extra fees for using our affiliate links. The commission is paid by the merchant and does not affect the price you pay.

4.2 Our Affiliate Partners

ZippyGifts.app participates in the following affiliate programs:

• Amazon Associates Program: We are a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to Amazon.com.
• Walmart Creator Program: We earn commissions on qualifying purchases made through Walmart affiliate links.
• Target Partners Program: We may earn commissions on qualifying purchases made through Target affiliate links.
• Skimlinks (Taboola): We use Skimlinks to automatically convert product links into affiliate links for various merchants, including Dollar Tree, Dollar General, Five Below, Oriental Trading, and others.
• Rakuten Advertising: We participate in Rakuten's affiliate network for additional merchant partnerships.

4.3 Third-Party Transactions

When you click a link on ZippyGifts.app, you are leaving our website and entering the merchant's website. All transactions, including:

• Payment processing
• Order fulfillment and shipping
• Returns, refunds, and customer service
• Product quality and warranty

...are governed by the merchant's terms and conditions, not ours. ZippyGifts.app is not a party to these transactions.

5. Limitation of Liability

5.1 No Warranty

We make no representations or warranties of any kind, express or implied, regarding:

• The accuracy, reliability, or completeness of gift suggestions
• The suitability of products for your specific needs
• The quality, safety, or legality of products sold by third-party merchants
• The availability of our service or uninterrupted access
• The results obtained from using our gift planning tool

5.2 Not Responsible for Product Quality or Shipping

ZippyGifts.app is NOT responsible for:

• Product quality: Defects, damages, or dissatisfaction with products purchased
• Shipping issues: Delays, lost packages, or incorrect deliveries
• Customer service: Merchant support, returns, exchanges, or refunds
• Safety concerns: Age-appropriateness, choking hazards, allergens, or recalls
• Legal compliance: Whether products meet local laws or school policies

All product-related issues must be resolved directly with the merchant from whom you purchased the item.

5.3 Limitation of Damages

To the maximum extent permitted by law, ZippyGifts.app, its owners, employees, and affiliates shall not be liable for any:

• Direct damages: Costs of products, shipping fees, or lost time
• Indirect damages: Lost profits, data loss, or business interruption
• Consequential damages: Harm caused by defective products or unsuitable gift selections
• Special or incidental damages: Any other losses arising from use of our service

This limitation applies even if we have been advised of the possibility of such damages.

5.4 Maximum Liability

In no event shall ZippyGifts.app's total liability to you for all claims arising from or related to the use of our service exceed $10.00 USD (ten dollars).

6. User Conduct & Prohibited Uses

You agree to use ZippyGifts.app only for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms. You agree NOT to:

• Use our service for any illegal or unauthorized purpose
• Attempt to reverse engineer, decompile, or extract our algorithms or catalog data
• Use automated tools (bots, scrapers, crawlers) to access or collect data from our site
• Manipulate, remove, or bypass affiliate tracking codes or links
• Transmit malware, viruses, or malicious code
• Interfere with or disrupt the operation of ZippyGifts.app or its servers
• Impersonate any person or entity, or falsely represent your affiliation
• Use our service to spam, phish, or engage in fraudulent activity

We reserve the right to terminate or restrict your access to ZippyGifts.app if you violate these Terms.

7. Intellectual Property

All content on ZippyGifts.app, including but not limited to:

• Website design, layout, and user interface
• Gift planning algorithms and logic
• Text, graphics, logos, and branding
• Software code and proprietary technology

...is owned by or licensed to ZippyGifts.app and is protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

Product images, descriptions, and trademarks displayed on ZippyGifts.app are the property of their respective merchants and are used for informational purposes only.

You may not copy, reproduce, distribute, or create derivative works from any content on ZippyGifts.app without our express written permission.

8. Third-Party Links & Services

ZippyGifts.app contains links to third-party websites operated by merchants, affiliate networks, and other service providers. These links are provided for your convenience only.

We do not control, endorse, or assume responsibility for:

• The content, accuracy, or practices of third-party websites
• Privacy policies or data handling of external sites
• Products, services, or transactions conducted on third-party sites

Your interactions with third-party websites are governed by their respective terms and policies. We encourage you to review the terms and privacy policies of any site you visit.

9. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless ZippyGifts.app, its owners, employees, agents, and affiliates from any claims, damages, losses, liabilities, costs, or expenses (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising from:

• Your use of ZippyGifts.app or violation of these Terms
• Your purchases or interactions with third-party merchants
• Your violation of any law or third-party rights
• Any content or information you submit through our site

10. Changes to These Terms

We reserve the right to modify or update these Terms of Service at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting to this page, with the "Last Updated" date revised accordingly.

Your continued use of ZippyGifts.app after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the modified Terms. We encourage you to review this page periodically.

Material changes (such as changes to liability or affiliate disclosures) may be communicated via a notice on our homepage or through other reasonable means.

11. Termination

We reserve the right to terminate or suspend your access to ZippyGifts.app at any time, without notice, for:

• Violation of these Terms
• Fraudulent, abusive, or illegal conduct
• Any reason at our sole discretion

Upon termination, your right to use ZippyGifts.app will immediately cease. Sections of these Terms that by their nature should survive termination (including Limitation of Liability, Indemnification, and Intellectual Property) shall remain in effect.

12. Governing Law & Dispute Resolution

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of [Your State], United States, without regard to its conflict of law principles.

Any disputes arising from or relating to these Terms or your use of ZippyGifts.app shall be resolved through binding arbitration in accordance with the rules of the American Arbitration Association, except where prohibited by law.

Class Action Waiver: You agree to resolve disputes on an individual basis only, and waive any right to participate in class action lawsuits or class-wide arbitration.

13. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect. The invalid provision shall be modified to the minimum extent necessary to make it valid and enforceable.

14. Entire Agreement

These Terms of Service, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and ZippyGifts.app regarding your use of our service, and supersede all prior agreements and understandings.

15. Contact Information

If you have questions about these Terms of Service, please contact us: