Terms of Service

VolcanoBox is a technology, logistics, and marketplace platform that connects customers with curated cultural products, experiences, vendors, suppliers, and fulfillment partners. VolcanoBox does not manufacture most products listed on the platform. Many products are sourced from independent suppliers, distributors, and vendors. Fulfillment may be performed by third-party fulfillment partners operating under separate operational agreements. By using VolcanoBox, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service, our Privacy Policy, Shipping & Fulfillment Policy, Refund & Returns Policy, Community Guidelines, and VolcanoBucks Policy.

2.1 You must be at least 18 years of age to use VolcanoBox and create an account. 2.2 You agree to provide accurate, current, and complete information during registration and to maintain the accuracy of that information. 2.3 You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials and password. 2.4 VolcanoBox reserves the right to suspend or terminate accounts that violate these terms, engage in fraud, abuse, or harassment, or violate community guidelines. 2.5 You may not use the platform to: • Resell or redistribute products for commercial profit without written authorization • Engage in fraudulent transactions or payment manipulation • Post false or misleading product information • Harass, threaten, or abuse other users or staff • Violate applicable laws or regulations • Manipulate promotional credits or founder access programs

3.1 VolcanoBox curates and coordinates the offering of cultural products, groceries, homemade foods, and experiences. Actual product fulfillment is performed by independent suppliers and fulfillment partners. 3.2 Product availability, inventory, and pricing are subject to change without notice. 3.3 VolcanoBox reserves the right to: • Substitute products of equal or greater value if items become unavailable • Modify fulfillment timelines based on supplier availability • Cancel orders due to inventory errors or supplier unavailability • Adjust product descriptions, images, or availability 3.4 Imported products may vary in packaging, labeling, ingredient formatting, or freshness compared to North American standards. This is not a defect and does not constitute grounds for refund unless the product is damaged or unsafe. 3.5 Seasonal and limited-edition products may become unavailable without notice.

4.1 Founder Credits are promotional launch incentives and do not represent: • Stored monetary value or cash equivalents • Gift cards, vouchers, or payment instruments • Banking instruments, securities, or investments • Guaranteed future platform value or equity • Ownership or investment rights in VolcanoBox 4.2 Promotional credits are: • Non-transferable and non-refundable (except as required by law) • Valid only for purchases on the VolcanoBox platform • Subject to expiration dates specified at issuance • Forfeited upon account termination or inactivity 4.3 VolcanoBox reserves the right to: • Modify or revoke promotional credits at any time with notice • Suspend credits for fraudulent activity, abuse, or ToS violations • Adjust promotional campaigns or eligibility criteria • Require documentation of eligibility for founder access 4.4 Expired credits cannot be restored or transferred to new accounts. 4.5 Credits do not earn interest, have no secondary market value, and cannot be liquidated or exchanged for cash.

5.1 Payment processing is handled by Stripe and/or other third-party payment processors. VolcanoBox is not a payment institution or bank. 5.2 By initiating a transaction, you authorize VolcanoBox and its payment processors to charge your selected payment method. 5.3 All transactions are final. Refunds are subject to our Refund & Returns Policy. 5.4 e-Transfer payments and manual payment submissions are processed within 24-48 business hours. Processing delays may occur. 5.5 Payment information is protected under PCI DSS standards via our payment processors. VolcanoBox does not store full credit card details. 5.6 You are responsible for any transaction disputes with your bank or payment provider.

6.1 VolcanoBox coordinates fulfillment with independent suppliers and regional fulfillment partners. Delivery timelines are estimates and are not guaranteed. 6.2 Fulfillment partners operate independently and are responsible for: • Local product handling, packing, and preparation • Regional inventory management • Compliance with local food safety and logistics regulations • Direct communication regarding order status 6.3 VolcanoBox is not responsible for: • Late deliveries caused by fulfillment partners, carriers, or customs • Shipping carrier delays or miscommunication • Local operational issues at fulfillment locations • Customs clearance delays for imported products • Regional weather impacts or force majeure events 6.4 Delivery times vary by region and fulfillment partner. Estimated ship dates are provided as a courtesy and are subject to change. 6.5 You are responsible for providing an accurate shipping address. VolcanoBox is not liable for misdelivery due to incorrect address information. See our Shipping & Fulfillment Policy for complete details.

7.1 To the maximum extent permitted by law, VolcanoBox shall not be liable for: • Indirect, incidental, consequential, emotional, reputational, or economic damages • Lost profits, lost data, or business interruption • Damages arising from third-party vendor or fulfillment partner conduct • Shipping carrier errors or delays • Customs or regulatory delays • Product substitutions or inventory shortages • Seasonal product unavailability • Food allergies, sensitivities, or nutritional differences • Imported product labeling or ingredient variations • User-generated content or community interactions • Influencer promotions or sponsored campaigns • Platform outages or technical issues 7.2 In no event shall VolcanoBox's total liability exceed the amount paid by you in the last 12 months. 7.3 Some jurisdictions do not allow limitation of liability. To the extent applicable law prohibits any limitation, the above disclaimer does not apply to you. 7.4 You use the VolcanoBox platform "as is" and assume all risk of use.

8.1 VolcanoBox partners with independent suppliers, vendors, and fulfillment partners to deliver products and services. 8.2 These third parties are independent contractors and are not employees, agents, or representatives of VolcanoBox. 8.3 VolcanoBox is not responsible for: • Vendor or partner conduct, policies, or compliance • Product quality issues originating from suppliers • Service failures by fulfillment partners • Miscommunication between partners and customers • Operational decisions made by independent partners 8.4 Disputes with vendors or fulfillment partners should be escalated through VolcanoBox support, who will coordinate resolution. 8.5 VolcanoBox reserves the right to remove vendors or partners from the platform at any time.

9.1 VolcanoBox operates as a marketplace, discovery, logistics coordination, and cultural commerce platform. VolcanoBox is not a restaurant, commercial kitchen, food manufacturer, food preparation company, or kitchen certification authority. 9.2 Community vendor products listed on the VolcanoBox marketplace are independently prepared and fulfilled by third-party community vendors and marketplace vendors. VolcanoBox facilitates marketplace visibility and logistics coordination only. 9.3 VolcanoBox does NOT: • Prepare, cook, inspect, or certify independently fulfilled vendor products • Operate or license the kitchens of community vendors • Guarantee compliance with local health, safety, or food handling regulations • Manufacture or package independently fulfilled products • Verify vendor permits, licenses, or certifications 9.4 Independent vendors are solely responsible for: • Lawful operation under applicable local, provincial, and federal regulations • Full ingredient disclosure and allergen labeling for their products • Safe food handling, preparation, and packaging • Independent fulfillment and delivery to customers • Maintaining any required permits, food handler certificates, or business licenses • Compliance with all applicable food safety standards 9.5 By purchasing a community vendor or marketplace vendor product, you: • Acknowledge the product is independently fulfilled by a third-party vendor • Agree that VolcanoBox bears no responsibility for the vendor's preparation, ingredients, or fulfillment • Accept that VolcanoBox cannot guarantee the accuracy of vendor-provided ingredient or allergen information • Indemnify VolcanoBox from any claim arising from independent vendor product fulfillment 9.6 Allergen Disclaimer: Community vendor products may be prepared in environments that handle allergens including dairy, nuts, gluten, eggs, shellfish, sesame, soy, and other allergens. Cross-contamination may occur. Customers are solely responsible for reviewing ingredient and allergy information before purchasing or consuming any product. 9.7 Limitation of Liability for Vendor Products: VolcanoBox's liability for independently fulfilled marketplace vendor products is limited to the promotional credits used for the purchase. VolcanoBox is not liable for allergic reactions, illness, injury, or any harm arising from independent vendor product consumption or use. 9.8 Vendor Agreement: All marketplace vendors operating through VolcanoBox confirm lawful operation, ingredient disclosure responsibility, safe handling responsibility, independent fulfillment responsibility, and indemnification of VolcanoBox against claims arising from their products.

10.1 Many products offered on VolcanoBox are imported from Central America, South America, Caribbean nations, and other international suppliers. 10.2 Imported food and product items may differ from Canadian labeling standards, packaging, ingredient formatting, or freshness timelines. These differences are not defects. 10.3 You are responsible for reviewing ingredient and allergy information prior to consumption or use. 10.4 VolcanoBox is not responsible for: • Allergic reactions or sensitivities due to ingredient exposure • Nutritional or dietary differences compared to North American equivalents • Regional packaging variations or labeling format differences • Freshness variability due to import timelines • Ingredient substitutions made by suppliers • Customs holds or import regulation delays 10.5 If you have known allergies, dietary restrictions, or sensitivities, contact customer support before ordering. Many imported products may contain trace allergens or shared equipment exposure. 10.6 Product substitutions may occur due to inventory variance. You will be notified of material substitutions. See our Food & Import Disclaimer for complete details.

10.1 By submitting content (reviews, photos, stories, social media tags, community posts) to VolcanoBox, you grant VolcanoBox a non-exclusive, royalty-free, worldwide license to: • Repost, republish, and display your content on the platform • Use your content in marketing materials and social media • Modify or adapt content for platform consistency • Archive and use content for analytics purposes 10.2 You retain ownership of your original content, but grant VolcanoBox perpetual rights to use submissions. 10.3 VolcanoBox community guidelines prohibit: • Hate speech, discrimination, or harassment • Fraud, fake reviews, or manipulation • Spam, impersonation, or false identity • Sexual or violent content • Promotion of illegal activity • Sharing of personal information without consent 10.4 VolcanoBox reserves the right to moderate, edit, or remove any user content that violates these guidelines. See our Community & Content Guidelines for complete details.

11.1 VolcanoBox regularly conducts giveaways, referral campaigns, founder access programs, and promotional launches. 11.2 Promotional campaigns: • Are subject to availability and limited quantities • May change or end at any time without notice • Are "while supplies last" unless otherwise stated • May have eligibility requirements (age, location, account status) • Are non-binding promotional offers 11.3 Giveaway winners are selected at VolcanoBox's sole discretion. VolcanoBox is not responsible for giveaway entries lost due to technical issues. 11.4 Influencer promotions and sponsored content do not constitute endorsement or guarantee by VolcanoBox. 11.5 No purchase necessary for giveaway entry where legally required, but account creation may be required.

VolcanoBox collects and processes personal data in accordance with our Privacy Policy and PIPEDA requirements. By using the platform, you consent to data collection, analytics, marketing communications, and third-party payment processing as outlined in our Privacy Policy. See our Privacy Policy for complete details.

13.1 VolcanoBox reserves the right to modify these Terms of Service at any time. Changes are effective upon posting to the platform. 13.2 Your continued use of the platform after modifications constitutes acceptance of the updated terms. 13.3 Material changes will be announced via email notification, but continued platform use signifies acceptance.

14.1 These Terms of Service are governed by the laws of the Province of British Columbia, Canada, without regard to conflict of law principles. 14.2 All disputes arising from use of VolcanoBox shall be resolved in the courts of British Columbia. 14.3 You consent to the exclusive jurisdiction and venue of British Columbia courts.

For questions about these Terms of Service or to report violations, contact support@volcanobox.ca. VolcanoBox will make reasonable efforts to address concerns within 5 business days.