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Terms of Use

Effective date: January 1, 2025

Welcome to The Wa Story (“we,” “our,” or “us”). By accessing or using our website, services, or membership features, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Use. Please read them carefully before using our site.

1. Acceptance of Terms

By using The Wa Story website and related services, you agree to comply with and be legally bound by these Terms. If you do not agree with any part, please refrain from using our site.

2. Use of the Website

You agree to use our website solely for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms.
You must not attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems or interfere with site operation.
We reserve the right to suspend or terminate access if misuse or violation of these Terms occurs.

3. Membership and Account

Membership services are managed through MemberPress. You must provide accurate and current information when creating an account.
You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials.
We may suspend or terminate accounts that violate these Terms or misuse membership benefits.

4. Purchases and Payments

All product and service sales are handled securely through WooCommerce and its payment gateways.
Prices and available products may change without notice.
Refunds, where applicable, are subject to our refund policy and payment processor rules.

5. Intellectual Property Rights

All content on The Wa Story, including text, images, logos, videos, and design elements, is owned or licensed by us. Unauthorized reproduction, distribution, or commercial use of any material is strictly prohibited without prior written consent.

6. User Content

By submitting any content (e.g., comments, posts, or reviews), you grant The Wa Story a non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free license to use, reproduce, and display such content in connection with our website and services.

7. Third-Party Links and Services

Our site may contain links to external websites (e.g., Instagram, Mailchimp, Google Analytics). We are not responsible for the content or practices of third-party sites and encourage you to review their policies.

8. Disclaimer and Limitation of Liability

Our website and content are provided “as is” without warranties of any kind, express or implied.
We do not guarantee that our services will be uninterrupted or error-free.
The Wa Story shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, or consequential damages arising from your use of the site.

9. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of Japan. Any disputes shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts located in Tokyo, Japan.

10. Contact Information

If you have any questions about these Terms, please contact us at:

The Wa Story
Email: support@thewastory.com
Website: https://thewastory.com/

11. Changes to These Terms

We may revise these Terms from time to time. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised “Effective date.” Continued use of our services constitutes acceptance of any changes.

Last updated: January 1, 2025

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