Effective Date: May 26, 2026
1. Acceptance of Terms
By accessing or using the Yard Velle website (the “Site”), you confirm that you are at least 16 years of age and agree to be legally bound by these Terms and Conditions, our Privacy Policy, and any additional guidelines or rules that may apply. If you do not agree to these terms, you must not use the Site.
2. Use of the Site
The Site is offered for informational and educational purposes related to gardening and landscape design. You agree to use the Site only for lawful purposes and in compliance with all applicable local, national, and international laws and regulations. You further agree not to:
- Upload, post, or transmit any content that is unlawful, defamatory, obscene, invasive of privacy, or otherwise objectionable.
- Interfere with the display or delivery of advertisements, including those served by Google or other third-party networks, or attempt to artificially manipulate ad interactions.
- Use the Site to distribute spam, malware, or unsolicited promotional materials.
- Impersonate any person or entity, or falsely state or misrepresent your affiliation with a person or entity.
- Engage in any activity that disrupts, damages, or impairs the functionality or security of the Site or its servers.
3. Intellectual Property Rights
All content and materials on the Site, including but not limited to text, images, graphics, logos, design elements, and the overall look and feel, are owned by Yard Velle or its licensors and are protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws. You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, create derivative works of, publicly display, or otherwise use any content without our prior written consent, except as explicitly permitted by these terms.
4. Disclaimer of Warranties
The Site and all content are provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis without any warranties of any kind, either express or implied. Yard Velle expressly disclaims all warranties, including but not limited to implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, title, and non-infringement. We do not warrant that the Site will be uninterrupted, error-free, or free of harmful components, or that any results or outcomes depicted are guaranteed. Gardening and landscaping advice is general in nature; you should consult a qualified professional for site-specific guidance.
5. Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, Yard Velle, its owners, affiliates, officers, directors, employees, and agents shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, including but not limited to loss of profits, data, or goodwill, arising out of or in connection with your use of or inability to use the Site, even if we have been advised of the possibility of such damages. This limitation applies to all claims, whether based on warranty, contract, tort, or any other legal theory.
6. Advertising and Affiliate Disclosures
Verdant Haven may display advertisements on the Site, including advertisements served by Google AdSense and other third-party advertising networks. By using the Site, you consent to the display of such advertisements. We may also participate in affiliate marketing programs, which means we may earn commissions on qualifying purchases made through links on the Site. These relationships do not influence our content, but we provide this disclosure in compliance with advertising regulations and Google’s policies. All advertisements must comply with Google’s ad placement policies; we do not host or endorse ads that contain prohibited content, such as hate speech, violence, or deceptive claims. For more information about how advertising cookies and data are used, please review our Privacy Policy.
7. User-Generated Content and Communications
Any content, feedback, or materials you submit through our contact forms, comments, or other communication channels shall be deemed non-confidential and non-proprietary. By submitting such content, you grant Yard Velle a perpetual, irrevocable, worldwide, royalty-free, and transferable license to use, reproduce, modify, adapt, publish, and display the content in connection with operating and improving the Site and our services. You represent and warrant that you own or have the necessary rights to grant this license and that your submissions do not violate any third-party rights or applicable laws.
8. Third-Party Links and Advertisements
The Site may contain links to third-party websites or resources, including those of advertisers and affiliates. Yard Velle does not endorse and is not responsible for the availability, accuracy, content, products, or services of these external sites. Your interactions with third-party providers are solely between you and the third party; we shall not be liable for any loss or damage resulting from such interactions. We recommend reviewing the terms and privacy policies of any third-party site you visit.
9. Privacy Compliance
We are committed to protecting your privacy in compliance with applicable data protection laws, including the GDPR and CCPA. Our collection and use of personal information is described in our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated by reference into these Terms. In particular, we adhere to Google’s EU User Consent Policy where applicable, obtaining necessary consents for personalized advertising and data processing.
10. Modifications and Termination
We reserve the right to modify these Terms and Conditions at any time without prior notice. Changes become effective immediately upon posting. Your continued use of the Site after any modifications indicates your acceptance of the updated terms. We also reserve the right to suspend or terminate your access to the Site at our sole discretion, without prior notice, for any conduct that we believe violates these terms or is harmful to other users, us, or third parties.
11. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution
These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Oregon, United States, without regard to its conflict of law principles. Any dispute arising out of or relating to these Terms or the Site shall first be attempted to be resolved through informal good-faith negotiation. If the dispute cannot be resolved informally, it shall be submitted to binding arbitration in accordance with the rules of the American Arbitration Association, with the arbitration to take place in Portland, Oregon. Each party shall bear its own costs, except as otherwise required by applicable law.
12. Severability
If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid or unenforceable by a court of competent jurisdiction, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect, and the invalid provision shall be replaced by a valid provision that most closely approximates the original intent and economic effect.
13. Contact Information
For any questions, concerns, or legal notices regarding these Terms and Conditions, please contact us through our Contact Us page or email us at legal@verdanthaven.com.