TERMS OF SERVICE

1. AGREEMENT TO TERMS

Welcome to The State Threads ("we," "us," or "our"). By accessing our website 
thestatethreads.com or purchasing our products, you agree to these Terms of 
Service.

If you do not agree to these terms, please do not use our website or purchase 
our products.

We reserve the right to modify these terms at any time. Changes become 
effective immediately upon posting. Your continued use after changes 
constitutes acceptance.


2. USE OF WEBSITE

Eligibility:
You must be at least 18 years old to make purchases. If you are under 18, you 
may use our website only with parental or guardian consent.

Permitted Use:
- Browse products
- Make purchases for personal use
- Contact customer service
- Create an account (optional)

Prohibited Use:
- Reselling our products without authorization
- Using our content without permission
- Attempting to hack, disrupt, or damage our website
- Submitting false information
- Violating any applicable laws


3. PRODUCTS & AVAILABILITY

Print-on-Demand:
All products are printed fresh to order. We do not maintain inventory. This 
means:
- Production takes 2-3 business days
- Products cannot be canceled once printing begins
- Custom orders cannot be modified after 2 hours

Product Descriptions:
We strive for accurate product descriptions, colors, and images. However:
- Colors may vary slightly due to screen settings
- Actual products may differ slightly from photos
- Vintage designs may have intentional distressing

Availability:
Products are subject to availability. We reserve the right to:
- Discontinue products at any time
- Limit quantities per order
- Refuse orders at our discretion


4. PRICING & PAYMENT

Pricing:
- All prices are in US Dollars (USD)
- Prices are subject to change without notice
- Price at time of order is the price you pay
- Promotions and discounts are subject to terms and expiration dates

Taxes:
Sales tax is calculated at checkout based on your shipping address.

Payment:
We accept:
- Credit and debit cards (Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover)
- PayPal
- Shop Pay
- Apple Pay
- Google Pay

Payment is processed securely through our payment provider. We do not store 
your full credit card information.

Payment Authorization:
By providing payment information, you authorize us to charge your payment 
method for your order total, including products, shipping, and taxes.


5. ORDERS & SHIPPING

Order Processing:
- Orders are processed in the order received
- Production time: 2-3 business days
- Shipping time: 2-3 business days
- Total delivery: 4-6 business days

Shipping Costs:
- Free shipping on orders $70 and over
- Standard shipping: $4.95 (orders under $70)

Shipping Locations:
We currently ship only to the United States, US territories, and APO/FPO 
addresses. International shipping is not available at this time.

Shipping Address:
You are responsible for providing an accurate shipping address. We are not 
responsible for lost or delayed shipments due to incorrect addresses.

Order Modifications:
Contact Support@thestatethreads.com within 2 hours of placing your order to 
request modifications. Once production begins, orders cannot be modified or 
canceled.


6. RETURNS & REFUNDS

Return Policy:
- 15-day return window from delivery date
- Items must be unworn, unwashed, with original tags
- Free exchanges for size/color
- Return shipping: Free for defects/exchanges, $4.95 if changed mind

Refunds:
- Processed within 2-3 business days of receiving return
- Issued to original payment method
- Allow 5-10 business days for refund to appear in your account

Defective Items:
We'll replace defective items at no cost or issue a full refund.

Non-Returnable Items:
- Worn or washed items
- Items without tags
- Items damaged by customer
- Items returned after 15 days

For full details, see our Returns & Refunds policy.


7. INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY

Ownership:
All content on our website is owned by The State Threads, including:
- Logos and brand names
- Product designs and graphics
- Website design and layout
- Photos and images
- Text and descriptions
- Trademarks and copyrights

Your License:
You may view and use our website for personal, non-commercial purposes only.

Prohibited:
You may NOT:
- Copy, reproduce, or distribute our designs
- Use our logos or brand name without permission
- Create derivative works based on our content
- Use our content for commercial purposes
- Remove copyright or trademark notices

Product Use:
When you purchase our products, you receive the physical item only. You do NOT 
receive rights to the design, graphics, or intellectual property.


8. USER ACCOUNTS

Account Creation:
Creating an account is optional but allows you to:
- Track orders
- Save shipping addresses
- View order history
- Receive exclusive offers

Account Security:
You are responsible for:
- Maintaining the confidentiality of your password
- All activities under your account
- Notifying us of unauthorized use

We reserve the right to terminate accounts that violate these terms.


9. USER CONTENT

Product Reviews:
You may submit product reviews. By submitting content, you grant us:
- Non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use, reproduce, and display your 
  content
- Right to moderate, edit, or remove content at our discretion

Prohibited Content:
Do NOT submit content that is:
- False, misleading, or fraudulent
- Offensive, defamatory, or inappropriate
- Spam or promotional
- Violates intellectual property rights
- Contains personal information of others


10. DISCLAIMERS

Product Warranties:
Products are provided "AS IS" without warranties of any kind, express or 
implied, except where prohibited by law.

We do not warrant that:
- Products will meet all your expectations
- Colors will match exactly across all devices
- Sizes will fit all body types perfectly
- Designs will last forever with improper care

Website Availability:
We do not guarantee uninterrupted access to our website. We may suspend or 
restrict access for maintenance, updates, or other reasons.


11. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY

To the maximum extent permitted by law:

- Our total liability is limited to the amount you paid for the product
- We are not liable for indirect, incidental, or consequential damages
- We are not liable for lost profits, lost data, or business interruption
- We are not liable for damages resulting from use or inability to use our 
  products

Some jurisdictions do not allow limitation of liability, so these limitations 
may not apply to you.


12. INDEMNIFICATION

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless The State Threads, its owners, 
employees, and partners from any claims, damages, or expenses arising from:
- Your violation of these terms
- Your use of our products
- Your violation of any laws
- Your violation of third-party rights


13. DISPUTE RESOLUTION

Governing Law:
These terms are governed by the laws of the United States and the state where 
our business is registered, without regard to conflict of law provisions.

Informal Resolution:
Before taking legal action, please contact us at Support@thestatethreads.com 
to try to resolve the dispute informally.

Arbitration:
Any disputes not resolved informally will be resolved through binding 
arbitration rather than in court, except where prohibited by law.

Small Claims Court:
You may bring claims in small claims court if they qualify.

Class Action Waiver:
You agree to resolve disputes on an individual basis and waive the right to 
participate in class actions.


14. PROMOTIONS & DISCOUNTS

Discount Codes:
- One discount code per order unless stated otherwise
- Cannot be combined with other offers
- Valid only for timeframe specified
- May have minimum purchase requirements
- We reserve the right to cancel orders using fraudulent or expired codes

Free Shipping Offers:
- Free shipping applies to orders $70 and over
- Applies to standard shipping only
- Excludes expedited shipping
- Applies to US addresses only


15. PRIVACY

Your privacy is important to us. Our Privacy Policy explains how we collect, 
use, and protect your information.

By using our website, you consent to our Privacy Policy.

View our full Privacy Policy at: thestatethreads.com/pages/privacy-policy


16. SEVERABILITY

If any provision of these terms is found to be invalid or unenforceable, the 
remaining provisions will remain in full force and effect.


17. ENTIRE AGREEMENT

These Terms of Service, along with our Privacy Policy, Shipping & Delivery 
Policy, and Returns & Refunds Policy, constitute the entire agreement between 
you and The State Threads.


18. CONTACT INFORMATION

Questions about these Terms of Service?

The State Threads
Email: Support@thestatethreads.com
Response Time: Within 24 hours (Monday - Friday)

We're here to help.


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QUICK SUMMARY

- You must be 18+ to purchase
- All products printed fresh to order (2-3 days)
- 15-day return policy (unworn, with tags)
- Free shipping over $50, $4.95 under
- We own all designs and content
- Disputes resolved through arbitration
- Terms may change - check periodically

Full terms apply. This summary is for convenience only.