Policies & Terms

Effective Date: 12/1/2025
Last Updated: 10/29/2025

 

Welcome to Barefoot on Birch Island!
We’re a small family-run brand offering creative, reflective digital experiences through the Family Reflection Club and Barefoot Mama Circle.

Your trust means everything to us. Below you’ll find our Terms, Privacy, Refund, and Accessibility policies — written in clear language so you always know what to expect.

 

🌲 1. Terms & Conditions

By purchasing or subscribing, you agree to these terms.

 

Overview

Barefoot on Birch Island (“we,” “our,” or “us”) provides digital downloads and subscription-based content focused on family connection, mindful living, and self-reflection. Some products may include optional printed materials or seasonal mailings.

Payments & Renewals

• Subscriptions renew automatically each billing cycle (monthly or annual).

• Payments are securely processed through Stripe.

• By subscribing, you authorize recurring charges until canceled.

• Prices are listed in USD and may change with advance notice.

Cancellations & Refunds

• You may cancel anytime via your account or by emailing [your email].

• Cancellations stop future renewals but don’t refund previously delivered content.

• Because digital materials are delivered instantly, all sales are final.

• If a file link is broken or missing, contact us within 7 days and we’ll resend it.

Delivery

Digital content is usually emailed or made available for download by the first of each month.
Please check spam or promotions folders if you don’t see it.
All materials are for personal, non-commercial use only.

Intellectual Property

All designs, text, and downloads are owned by Barefoot on Birch Island and protected by copyright.
You may print for personal use but may not copy, share, or resell the content.

Safety

Our activities and prompts are meant for inspiration and family fun.
Always supervise children and use discretion with materials, recipes, or outdoor projects.
We are not responsible for injury or damage resulting from use of the materials.

Governing Law

These terms are governed by the laws of the State of Maine, USA.

 

2. Privacy Policy

Information We Collect

We collect only what’s necessary to process your order and deliver content: name, email, and payment details (handled securely by third-party processors).
We do not store full credit-card information.

How We Use It

• To process purchases and deliver products

• To send updates or helpful content

• To improve our offerings

You may unsubscribe from marketing emails anytime.

Data Protection

Payment data is handled by trusted providers (Etsy, Stripe, Gumroad, Substack).
We never sell or share your information with anyone else.

Cookies

Our website or platform may use cookies to improve navigation and performance.
You can disable cookies in your browser if preferred.

Your Rights

You may request access, correction, or deletion of your data by emailing [your email].
We’ll respond within a reasonable time.

Children’s Privacy

Our materials are for parents and families. We do not knowingly collect data from children under 13.

 

3. Refund Policy

Digital Products

All digital downloads are final sale once delivered. Because files are instantly accessible, we cannot offer refunds or exchanges.

Technical Issues

If a file link is broken or missing, contact us within 7 days of purchase and we’ll resend or replace it.

Duplicate Purchases

If you accidentally purchase the same product twice, email us within 7 days with both receipts. We’ll review and may issue a refund or credit at our discretion.

Subscriptions

You can cancel anytime to stop future charges.
Refunds are not available for past months once digital materials have been sent.

Physical Items (if applicable)

If a printed item arrives damaged or incorrect, email photos within 7 days so we can replace it.

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4. Accessibility Statement

At Barefoot on Birch Island, we’re committed to creating an inclusive online experience for all visitors.

Our Commitment

We strive to follow the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1, ensuring readable text, clear contrast, alt text on images, and straightforward navigation.

Ongoing Efforts

Accessibility is a continuing process. We regularly review and update our website and digital materials for clarity and ease of use.

Feedback

If you encounter difficulty accessing any content, please reach out:
📧 hello@barefootonbirchisland.com
Include the page or product name and a short description of the issue.
We’ll respond within 2–3 business days and offer an alternative format or fix whenever possible.

Third-Party Platforms

Some of our materials are hosted on services like Etsy, Substack, or Gumroad.
We don’t control those sites’ accessibility features but encourage users to review their statements as well.

 

5. Contact Information

Questions, feedback, or requests?
📧 hello@barefootonbirchisland.com
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We aim to respond within 2–3 business days.
Thank you for being part of our Barefoot community and for supporting small, heart-led creativity.