Terms & Conditions – Refunds Policy
This policy applies to physical products, digital resources, and workshops sold via www.rootedinsounds.com. Please read it carefully before purchasing.
General
- Refunds apply only to the original purchaser and are non-transferable.
- All refund or return requests must be submitted in writing to info@rootedinsounds.com.
- Proof of purchase may be required.
- Intellectual Property & Usage: All resources (digital and physical) are for the personal use of the registered purchaser only. Sharing login credentials, distributing files, or photocopying materials for use by non-purchasers is a breach of copyright.
Physical Resources
This section applies to physical items including books, flashcards, A5 mats, and A1 posters.
Cooling-Off Period (UK Orders)
If you are a UK customer, you have the right to cancel your order within 14 days of receiving your physical items, without giving a reason.
- To exercise this right, you must notify us at info@rootedinsounds.com within the 14-day period.
Returns Beyond the Cooling-Off Period
- We also accept returns for physical items up to 30 days from purchase, provided the items meet the conditions below.
Conditions for Returns
- Items must:
- Be unused
- Be in the same condition as received
- Be in their original packaging
- Items must have been purchased directly from www.rootedinsounds.com.
- Returns are accepted for UK orders only.
- Customers are responsible for return postage, unless the item is faulty, damaged, or incorrect.
Refunds
- Returned items are inspected upon receipt.
- If approved, refunds will be issued to the original payment method.
- Original delivery charges are non-refundable, unless the item is faulty, damaged, or incorrect.
International Orders
- We do not accept returns for international orders unless items are faulty, damaged, or incorrect.
- If an international order arrives damaged or incorrect, please contact info@rootedinsounds.com within 24–48 hours of delivery with details and evidence.
Damaged, Faulty, or Incorrect Items
- Please inspect your order on delivery.
- If an item is damaged, faulty, or incorrect, email info@rootedinsounds.com within 24–48 hours of receipt.
- Include:
- Your order number
- A description of the issue
- Photographic evidence where possible
- We will assess the issue promptly and arrange a replacement or refund where appropriate.
Digital Resources
Digital resources are non-refundable once accessed or downloaded.
- Waiver of Rights: By purchasing and accessing digital content, you acknowledge that you expressly waive your right to cancel under the Consumer Contracts Regulations for digital goods.
- “Digital Seal” Broken: Refunds are not possible once the digital “seal” is broken (i.e., the resource has been accessed or downloaded).
Exceptions
Refunds or alternative access may be offered if:
- You are unable to access or download the resource after purchase
- You accidentally purchase the same digital resource twice from the same account
- Please contact info@rootedinsounds.com with the item name and order details.
Workshops & Training Programmes – Refunds & Transfers
We offer workshops with different access tiers, which may include live sessions, digital resources, recordings, Q&A access, and optional physical materials.
Refunds – General Terms
- Refund requests must be made at least 7 days before the scheduled workshop start date.
- If a refund is granted (outside of the 7-day window), the specific value of the digital resources (as listed on the individual product page) will be deducted from the total refund.
- No refunds will be issued within 7 days of the workshop start date.
- Once a workshop has started, or access to workshop content has begun, refunds are not available except where required by law.
Digital Content
- Digital components included with workshops (including files, downloads, recordings, or online portal access) are non-refundable once accessed or downloaded.
- By accessing digital content, you acknowledge that you waive your right to cancel under the Consumer Contracts Regulations for digital goods.
Live Sessions, Q&A & Support Access
- Refund eligibility will be assessed based on whether live sessions, Q&A sessions, group support, or coaching access have already begun.
- If any live or interactive component has started, a refund will not be issued.
Physical Materials (if included in your tier)
- Physical materials are subject to the Physical Resources Refund Policy.
- No refund will be issued until returned items are received and inspected.
Transfer of Workshop Place (No Transfer Option)
- We do not offer the transfer of a workshop place to a third party. The booking is solely for the original purchaser and is non-transferable.
- If you are unable to attend, please refer to the refund clauses above.
Exceptional Circumstances
Exceptional Circumstances & Partial Refunds
In rare cases, such as workshop cancellation by us, an alternative date or a full refund will be offered.
- If a cancellation is accepted for other legitimate reasons (e.g., medical emergency), a refund of the workshop fee will be issued minus the fee for the digital resources and administrative processing.
- You will retain lifetime access to these resources via your account as part of this partial refund agreement.
Statutory Rights
Nothing in this policy affects your statutory consumer rights.