Terms of Use
Last Updated 2024-10-30; Effective Date 2024-10-30
Welcome to EarthWonders.com. We are thrilled that you are here. Please enjoy the site and our sellers, but be sure to pay attention and comply with the legal requirements - it's important for our peace of mind and, more importantly, your awesome experience.
These Terms of Use govern your use of the EarthWonders.com website, which is operated by Mineral Marketplace LLC.
1. Agreeing to these terms
When agreeing to these terms of use, when we mention ‘our website’, ‘Marketplace’ or ‘the site’, we are referring to the EarthWonders.com website operated by Mineral Marketplace LLC.
This document and other referenced documents comprise our Terms of Use.
These terms of use and any disputes arising out of or related to the use of this website shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Florida, without regard to its conflict of law principles. By accessing and using this website, you agree to submit to the exclusive jurisdiction of the state and federal courts located in Florida for the resolution of any disputes.
The Terms of Use are a legally binding contract between you and Mineral Marketplace LLC.
This contract sets out your rights and responsibilities when you use the platform EarthWonders.com. We will refer to these collectively as our “Services” so please read it carefully. By using any of our Services (even just browsing the website or one of our apps), you’re agreeing to the Terms. If you don’t agree with the Terms, you may not use our Services. In agreement? Fantastic, rock on!
2. Your Privacy and other Guidelines
At EarthWonders.com collectors and non-collectors alike can explore, shop, sell and learn about minerals. Our platform allows users to browse and search the extensive selection offered by various dealers, providing an engaging and efficient way to find the items they seek. For dealers, we offer robust tools and a global platform to market and sell their items, reaching a worldwide audience.
Our Terms apply to everyone. If you use our Services, you agree to our Privacy Policy, which outlines how we collect, use, and share your information. By using our Services, you consent to the processing of your data as described in the Privacy Policy which can be found here.
Guidelines for Sellers
Welcome to EarthWonders! Cooperation with the below ensures a smooth and enjoyable experience for everyone:
Accurate Listings: Ensure your item descriptions, photos, videos, and details are accurate and up-to-date. This helps buyers make informed decisions.
Fair Pricing: Set fair and competitive prices for your items. Transparent pricing builds trust with buyers.
Prompt Communication: If contacted directly, respond to buyer inquiries and messages promptly. Good communication fosters positive relationships.
Timely Shipping: Ship items promptly after a sale in accordance with the shipping policy listed on your specimen or agreed when communicating with the buyer. Provide tracking information to buyers and package items securely.
Honest Transactions: Conduct all transactions honestly and ethically. Do not misrepresent items or engage in fraudulent activities.
Quality Customer Service: Address any issues or disputes with buyers courteously and professionally. Aim for resolution and customer satisfaction.
Compliance: Follow all relevant laws and regulations. Ensure your items are legal to sell and meet any necessary standards.
Feedback: Encourage feedback from buyers and leave feedback for them as well. Positive feedback helps build your reputation.
Respect the Community: Treat all users with respect. Offensive or inappropriate behavior and language will not be tolerated and you will be removed from using the services.
By following these guidelines, you’ll help keep our Marketplace a positive, trustworthy space for everyone. Happy selling!
Guidelines for Buyers
Welcome to EarthWonders! Corporation with the below ensures a smooth and enjoyable experience for everyone:
Accurate Information: Read item descriptions carefully. Items are sold "as-is" with no warranties beyond what's described.
Buy Now Items: For items marked as “Buy Now,” please refer to the specific shipping and return policies detailed on the product page.
Messaging Sellers: You can message sellers directly to buy certain items which are not marked as “Buy Now”. Mineral Marketplace LLC is not responsible for any purchases made this way.
Fair Pricing: Look for fair and competitive prices. If you have any doubts, feel free to compare similar items.
Prompt Payment: Pay for your items promptly to ensure a quick and smooth transaction.
Communication: If you have questions about an item, ask the seller before purchasing. Clear communication helps avoid misunderstandings.
Feedback: Leave feedback for sellers to help others in the community. Your feedback is valuable in maintaining a trustworthy marketplace.
Respect the Community: Treat all users with respect. Offensive or inappropriate behavior and language will not be tolerated and you will be removed from using the Services.
By following these guidelines, you'll help keep our marketplace a positive, trustworthy space for everyone. Happy shopping!
Guidelines for Fees and Transactions
While the Marketplace will not deduct any commission or service fees for personal item sales, transaction fees will apply. All transaction fees will be transparently deducted from the seller’s proceeds. These fees are based on rates set by financial institutions and payment processors, with no additional markup by the Marketplace. Transaction fees apply to the full order amount, including shipping, handling, and any taxes we are required to collect.
Guidelines for Feedback and Reviews
To maintain the integrity and community spirit within the Marketplace, all content submitted in the form of feedback and reviews, including but not limited to images and descriptions must adhere to the following guidelines:
Originality and Ownership: Only post images and content that you own or have permission to use. By uploading, you confirm you have the rights to the content.
Image Quality: Ensure images are clear, well-lit, and accurately represent the mineral. Avoid filters that alter the appearance of the minerals' color or characteristics.
Non-Explicit Content: All content must be suitable for a general audience.
Honest Descriptions: Provide accurate descriptions of the minerals' features, size, and condition. Misleading claims are not permitted.
Compliance: Feedback and Reviews may be removed if they don’t meet the standards as above. Repeated violations can result in account suspension or termination.
3. Your Account with EarthWonders.com
Account Required: To use the features and services of the Marketplace, an account may be required. Accounts are required to engage in buying or selling on the Marketplace. When creating an account, you will be required to provide a valid email address you own and have access to, as well as configure a password. Do not share your login information with other users.
Account Information: Based on the features you request use of on the Marketplace, your account will require additional information such as Display Name, Account Photo, Billing Address, Shipping Address, and others. When information is required for a feature or service to be provided, you will be informed. Failure to provide the required information will result in the limited availability of features and services.
Maintain Your Account: The Marketplace uses your account information to keep you informed regarding orders, shipments, offers from other users, and more. As such, it is important your account information is kept up to date at all times.
Countries We Operate In: Currently, Mineral Marketplace LLC operates solely within the United States. This means all accounts, transactions, purchases, sales, and services are conducted exclusively within the U.S. If you reside outside of the U.S., you are welcome to browse, but please be aware that purchases and services are not available in your region at this time.
As EarthWonders.com grows, we plan to expand our operations to other countries. When we do, we’ll notify you about these changes and update the Terms of Use accordingly. You’ll be informed well in advance of any modifications, ensuring a smooth experience as we broaden our services.
4. Your Content on EarthWonders.com
Images: You confirm that all images uploaded to the listing are original and accurately represent the mineral being sold. Use clear, high-quality photos that showcase the minerals' details, helping buyers make informed decisions.
Descriptions: All descriptions should accurately reflect the key characteristics of the mineral, including size, color, origin, and any known flaws or imperfections. Misleading or inaccurate descriptions may result in strikes or penalties including suspension or termination of your account.
Image and Description Guidelines: Images and descriptions should focus on the mineral being sold. All images must be of minerals that are in your possession and available for sale. Explicit or inappropriate content is prohibited and will be removed. You grant Mineral Marketplace LLC a perpetual, royalty-free license to use and distribute any associated images, descriptions, and related identifiers.
5. Prohibited Activities
You may not use EarthWonders.com for activities that violate any applicable law, statute, ordinance, or regulation or involve selling products or services deemed likely fraudulent by government agencies.
Involve transactions related to:
Narcotics, controlled substances, or unsafe products
Drug paraphernalia
Tobacco products, including cigarettes
Items that encourage illegal activity
Stolen goods, including digital or virtual items
Hate speech, violence, or discriminatory content
Obscene materials
Items infringing intellectual property rights (e.g., copyrights, trademarks)
Sexually explicit materials or services
Ammunition, firearms, fire parts, or regulated weapons
Relate to activities such as:
Displaying personal information of third parties unlawfully
Pyramid schemes, “get rich quick” schemes or certain multi-level marketing programs
Transactions involving annuities, lottery contracts, or offshore banking
Selling items before the seller has possession
Currency exchange or check cashing services
Credit repair, debt settlement, or related services
Bribery or corruption
6. Your Acceptable Use of Our Services
Access Rights: We give you a limited right to use our services, but you must follow these rules:
Stay Legal: You agree not to break any laws while using our services. This means you must get any necessary permits or licences for your trade and follow all legal requirements. You can’t sell illegal items, commit fraud, steal, or engage in any illegal activities as outlined in section 5.
Settle Your Accounts: You need to pay any fees you owe to Mineral Marketplace LLC. You’re also responsible for collecting and paying any taxes for your sales or purchases, unless Mineral Marketplace LLC does this for you. Check our and ‘Fees and Transactions’ guidelines for more details on taxes.
Respect Our Content: You agree not to copy or steal our website content, or try to figure out our source code without permission. If you want to use our API or content, get permission first.
Protect Our Systems: You agree not to mess with our services, like spreading viruses or making too many requests to our site.
Communication Tools: Users must use all communication tools provided by EarthWonders.com such as messaging, forums, or chat features solely to facilitate transactions and discussions related to minerals. Communication should be respectful, professional, and free of harassment, spam, or abusive language. Users are prohibited from sharing misleading information or promoting illegal activities. Please note that if users send messages to other users via the form functionality on EarthWonders.com, their email addresses will be shared with the recipient. Any misuse of communication tools may result in restricted access, account suspension, and account termination in extreme violations.
7. Account Termination and Service Charges
Closing Your Account: We’d hate to see you leave, but you can close your EarthWonders.com account anytime by emailing us at hello@earthwonders.com. Even if you close your account, some of your content posted before termination might still be available. Also, you’ll need to pay any outstanding bills.
Termination by Mineral Marketplace LLC: We may suspend or terminate your account (and any related accounts) if we believe you, your content, or your use of the services violate our terms. If we take this action, you should know that you don’t have a contractual or legal right to keep using our services, like selling or buying on our website ‘EarthWonders.com’. Usually, we’ll notify you if your account is terminated or suspended unless you’ve repeatedly broken our terms or there are legal reasons preventing us from doing so.
Losing Account Data: If you or Mineral Marketplace LLC terminate your account, you may lose any information associated with it, including your content.
Service Changes: Mineral Marketplace LLC can change, suspend, or stop any of the services for any user at any time or for any reason. We won’t be responsible for any effects these changes may have on you, such as impacting your income or ability to generate revenue through the services.
Terms Still Apply: These terms will still apply even after your access to the services ends or your use of the services stops.
8. Limitation of Liability
Buying Minerals: Mineral Marketplace LLC doesn't source, store, handle, or fulfill any items sold through our Services. We provide the platform and an array of reputable independent dealers. While we ensure dealers are reputable, items are sourced and sold independently, so Mineral Marketplace LLC can't promise anything about their quality or authenticity. If you have any issues with a purchase, contact customer support or your seller.
Returning Minerals: Mineral Marketplace LLC offers a 30-day return window from the date of purchase. During this period, buyers can initiate returns through our platform. Sellers may choose to offer longer return periods, which will be explicitly stated in the product details and the order confirmation page. Mineral Marketplace LLC’s liability for any transaction is limited to the original purchase price of the item, excluding shipping, handling, and other applicable fees. Mineral Marketplace LLC reserves the right to deny any return request that does not comply with our Return Policy. Refunds may also be denied in cases of suspected fraud, intentional damage, or excessive return claims. To qualify for a refund, the returned item must be received by the seller within the specified return window. Refunds will only be processed once the item is received and inspected by the seller. By purchasing through EarthWonders.com, you agree to release Mineral Marketplace LLC from any claims or liabilities arising from transactions conducted through our platform, including but not limited to, disputes related to product quality, fulfillment, or returns.
Seeing Content: The content on EarthWonders.com is “as is” and at times may include technical, typographical, or photographic errors. Mineral Marketplace LLC does not promise that any of the materials on the Website are accurate, complete, or current. You release us from any liability related to that content.
Interacting with Others: You can use our Services to interact with other people. We don’t screen users except for legal reasons, and you release us from any liability related to your interactions. Be careful and use good judgement, especially when meeting someone in person.
Using Other Services: Our Services might link to third-party websites or services, like Instagram, Facebook, etc. Using these is at your own risk. Mineral Marketplace LLC isn’t part of any agreements you make with third parties.
9. Updating the Terms of Use
Mineral Marketplace LLC may update these Terms occasionally by adding new ones or removing old ones. If the changes are significant, we’ll notify you in advance through the Services or by email/message. By continuing to use the Services after the changes take effect, you agree to the new Terms of Use. If you don’t agree, you can close your account.
10. If Parts Don’t Hold Up, the Rest Still Stands
If any part of these Terms is found to be invalid or unenforceable, that part will be limited to the minimum extent necessary and severed so that the Terms will otherwise remain in full force and effect. Our failure to enforce any part of the Terms is not a waiver of our right to later enforce that or any other part of the Terms.
11. Getting in Touch with Us
If you have any questions about the Terms of Use please email them to hello@earthwonders.com or by using the chat feature on the site, we aim to reply within 1 business day but make no guarantee. Please be patient - we will get back to you!