Terms of Use

Effective Date: 02/09/2024

Welcome to the Virtual Artisan Market (VAM), a platform dedicated to connecting artisans from low-income and low-literacy communities with a global audience. As you access or use our website and services, you agree to comply with and be bound by the following terms of use. Therefore, it’s essential to read these terms carefully before using our services.

1. Acceptance of Terms

By using VAM, you confirm that you have read, understood, and agreed to these Terms of Service. However, if you do not agree with any part of these terms, you must not use this platform.

2. Use of Service

VAM offers a digital marketplace for artisans to sell their handcrafted products. Additionally, users are granted a limited, non-exclusive right to access and use our services for personal, non-commercial purposes, subject to these terms.

3. User Conduct

Users of VAM are expected to behave responsibly and respectfully. Moreover, any form of harassment, illegal activity, or violation of third-party rights is strictly prohibited. In addition, VAM reserves the right to terminate or suspend accounts that violate these norms.

4. Intellectual Property Rights

All content on VAM, including text, graphics, logos, and images, is the property of VAM or its content suppliers and is protected by international copyright and intellectual property laws. Furthermore, users may not use, reproduce, or distribute any content without express written permission.

5. Transactions

VAM facilitates transactions between buyers and artisans. However, while VAM endeavors to ensure the quality and legality of the products listed, it is not directly involved in the transaction between buyers and sellers. Consequently, VAM cannot guarantee the quality, safety, or legality of the items sold or the accuracy of the listings.

6. Limitation of Liability

VAM, its affiliates, or service providers shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages resulting from the use or inability to use our services.

7. Amendments to Terms

VAM reserves the right to modify these terms at any time. Furthermore, your continued use of the platform after any changes signifies your acceptance of the new terms.

8. Governing Law

These terms shall be governed by and construed per the laws of the State of Michigan, without giving effect to any principles of conflicts of law.

9. Contact Information

For any questions or concerns regarding these terms or our services, please do not hesitate to contact us at:

Email: info@myvam.org
Address: School of Business Administration, Chan Shun Hall, 4185 E. Campus Circle Dr., Berrien Springs, MI 49104

Your use of VAM signifies your acceptance of these Terms of Service and your agreement to be bound by them.