Legal Notice

Effective Date: November 11, 2024
Website: ShopLocalSnow.com
Email: support@shoplocalsnow.com
Support Hours: Monday – Saturday, 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM (EST)

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1. Purpose of This Legal Notice

This Legal Notice (also called an “Impressum” or “Site Notice” in some jurisdictions) sets out the ownership, operation, and legal responsibilities for ShopLocalSnow.com.
It is intended to provide business transparency and to comply with:

• U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC) online disclosure standards

• EU E-Commerce Directive (2000/31/EC) for international visitors

• Applicable consumer protection laws for online retail

By accessing or purchasing through this website, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Legal Notice and agree to its terms.

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2. Business Identification

For legal correspondence, please contact us by email before sending any formal notice.

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3. Website Ownership and Operation

ShopLocalSnow.com is owned and managed by Michael Minkyu Kim, an independent e-commerce operator engaged in the online sale of apparel, footwear, and related fashion accessories.
Website infrastructure, hosting, and payment processing are provided securely through Shopify Inc. and PayPal, in line with modern e-commerce and privacy standards.

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4. Business Purpose and Scope

ShopLocalSnow.com provides:

• Apparel and accessories for men and women

• Footwear and lifestyle products

• Secure PayPal checkout and worldwide shipping services

• Customer service via email and digital channels

The website is intended for legitimate retail purchases only. Resale, bulk/commercial purchases, or unauthorized redistribution of products is prohibited unless expressly agreed in writing by ShopLocalSnow.com.

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5. Intellectual Property Rights

All intellectual property associated with this website—including, without limitation:

• Text, photographs, product images, designs, graphics, and logos

• Website layout, color schemes, and brand elements

• Product descriptions, blog posts, and other digital content

• Source code, software, and underlying architecture

—is the exclusive property of ShopLocalSnow.com or its licensors.

You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, transmit, or otherwise use any part of this website or its content for commercial purposes without prior written permission.

Permitted Uses

• View, download, or print materials for personal, non-commercial use only

• Share content through social media using embedded links without modification

Any unauthorized use may violate copyright, trademark, or other intellectual property laws and may result in legal action.

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6. Trademark and Brand Protection

“ShopLocalSnow” and associated logos, product names, and brand identifiers are trademarks or registered trademarks of the business owner.
Third-party marks (e.g., PayPal, Shopify) are the property of their respective owners and are used solely for descriptive or functional purposes.

Use of the ShopLocalSnow trademark for impersonation, resale, or misleading purposes is strictly prohibited.

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7. Liability Disclaimer

While we strive for accuracy in product descriptions, pricing, and site information, ShopLocalSnow.com provides all content “as is” and “as available”, without warranties of any kind, express or implied.

To the fullest extent permitted by law:

• We disclaim responsibility for typographical errors or technical inaccuracies.

• We are not liable for temporary unavailability due to maintenance or server issues.

• We assume no responsibility for losses caused by third-party service disruptions (e.g., payment gateways, couriers, hosting).

• In no event shall our total liability exceed the total purchase price paid for the item in dispute.

Customers should review product details and size charts carefully before ordering.

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8. External Links and Third-Party Content

This website may contain links to external sites (e.g., PayPal, Instagram, Pinterest, shipping portals).
These links are provided for convenience. We have no control over—and assume no responsibility for—the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party sites.
Inclusion of external links does not imply endorsement or partnership unless explicitly stated.

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9. Compliance with Consumer Protection Laws

ShopLocalSnow.com adheres to applicable online retail regulations, including:

• FTC truth-in-advertising standards (United States)

• EU Consumer Rights and the EU E-Commerce Directive for cross-border purchases

• Other consumer protection laws relevant to destination markets

We provide transparent information regarding pricing, shipping, returns, and payment methods.
Policies are accessible from every page via the website footer, supporting Google Merchant Center trust and transparency requirements.

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10. Product Compliance and Restrictions

Products listed on ShopLocalSnow.com comply with applicable product safety, labeling, and import/export laws. We do not sell or promote:

• Counterfeit, replica, or unlicensed goods

• Restricted or prohibited materials

• Items that infringe third-party intellectual property rights

We reserve the right to remove or reject listings that breach applicable laws or platform rules.

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11. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

This Legal Notice—and all related website operations—are governed by the laws of the State of Delaware, United States, unless otherwise required by mandatory local law.
Any dispute arising from the use of this website shall be submitted to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of Delaware, USA, unless otherwise mandated by applicable consumer protection law.

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12. Privacy and Data Protection

Your privacy is protected under our Privacy Policy. We collect and process personal data only as necessary to:

• Fulfill and deliver your orders

• Provide customer support

• Improve website functionality and customer experience

All data is processed securely via Shopify’s infrastructure and PayPal’s encrypted payment systems, aligning with GDPR, CCPA privacy standards.

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13. Notice Regarding Communications

Official communications from ShopLocalSnow.com originate from email addresses ending with @shoplocalsnow.com.
We never request sensitive payment or login details by email.
If you receive a suspicious message purporting to be from us, contact support@shoplocalsnow.com immediately.

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14. Contact for Legal Correspondence

Legal Department – ShopLocalSnow.com
Email: support@shoplocalsnow.com
Mailing Address: 131 E Lake Dr, Lehigh Acres Florida 33936, United States

Please include the subject line “Legal Inquiry” and allow up to 10 business days for acknowledgment.

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15. Policy Updates and Revisions

ShopLocalSnow.com may update or revise this Legal Notice at any time without prior notice.
All revisions will be published on this page with the latest Effective Date shown above.
Visitors are encouraged to review this page periodically to stay informed of legal or operational updates.

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ShopLocalSnow.com
Transparent Business | Legal Compliance | Customer Trust
support@shoplocalsnow.com | www.shoplocalsnow.com