Terms and Conditions

Terms & Conditions

Effective date: 23 November 2025

Website: https://meruexplorershub.com
Contact: support@meruexplorershub.com
Business Address: Maua, Meru, Kenya, Postal Code 60600

1) Agreement to These Terms

These Terms and Conditions (“Terms”) govern your access to and use of the Daily Meru Gems website, including our blog and online store (the “Site”), and any purchases you make through our Site. By using the Site or placing an order, you agree to these Terms. If you do not agree, do not use the Site.

2) Who We Are

The Site is operated by Daily Meru Gems (“Daily Meru Gems,” “we,” “us,” “our”). Our store uses Easy Digital Downloads (EDD) for digital products. We do not sell physical products.

3) Changes to the Site or Terms

We may update the Site and these Terms from time to time. The “Effective date” above indicates when these Terms were last updated. Your continued use of the Site after changes means you accept the updated Terms.

4) Eligibility & Accounts

You must be at least 18 years old (or the age of majority where you live) or have permission from a parent/guardian to use the Site and make purchases.

If you create an account, you are responsible for safeguarding your login credentials and all activity under your account.

5) Acceptable Use

You agree not to:

  • use the Site for unlawful, fraudulent, or harmful purposes;
  • interfere with the Site’s security or operation;
  • attempt to access non-public areas or data;
  • upload malicious code;
  • scrape, reverse engineer, or misuse the Site in a way that infringes our rights or others’ rights.

6) Intellectual Property

All Site content (including text, graphics, logos, product descriptions, design elements, and downloadable files), unless stated otherwise, is owned by or licensed to Daily Meru Gems and protected by intellectual property laws.

You may view and print pages for personal, non-commercial use only. You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, or exploit our content without written permission.

7) Blog & Educational Content Disclaimer

Our blog content is for general information and educational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice (including legal, financial, medical, or investment advice). We do not guarantee accuracy, completeness, or timeliness. Any reliance on blog content is at your own risk.

8) Orders, Pricing, and Payment (EDD)

8.1 Product Information & Availability

We strive to display accurate product information and pricing. However, errors may occur. We reserve the right to correct errors and cancel or refuse orders when necessary (including after an order is submitted).

8.2 Pricing, Taxes, and Currency

Prices are listed in Kenyan Shillings (KES) unless stated otherwise. Taxes (if applicable) are calculated at checkout based on your location and applicable law.

8.3 Payment Processing

Payments are processed through the following payment methods:

  • M-Pesa
  • PayPal
  • Paystack
  • IntaSend
  • Store Gateway
  • Easy Digital Downloads (EDD) payment gateways
  • WooCommerce payment gateways (if applicable)

We do not store full payment card details. Your payment may be subject to the payment processor’s terms and privacy policy.

8.4 Order Confirmation

An order confirmation email acknowledges receipt of your order request. Acceptance occurs when a digital product is made available for download/access.

9) Shipping and Delivery

We do not ship physical products. All products are digital and delivered electronically via download links or account access. If any physical materials are introduced in the future, shipping will be limited to Kenya only.

10) Digital Products & Downloads (EDD)

10.1 Product Categories

Our digital products include but are not limited to:

  • Language Learning Resources (e-books, PDFs, audio courses, flashcards, worksheets)
  • Cultural Deep-Dives (e-books on Meru traditions, digital storybooks, etiquette guides, cookbooks)
  • Life Tips & Practical Resources (proverbs, planners, infographics)
  • Digital Arts & Media (digital art, stock photos)

10.2 Access & Delivery

Digital products are delivered electronically (e.g., download link, account access, email delivery). You are responsible for maintaining access to the email address/account used at checkout.

10.3 License

Unless otherwise stated, digital products are licensed for personal or internal business use only. You may not resell, redistribute, or share digital files or access links.

10.4 Download Limits

Downloads may be limited by time, number of attempts, or account status, as configured by EDD. We may restrict or revoke download access if we suspect fraud, abuse, or unauthorized sharing.

11) Returns, Refunds & Exchanges

Our Refund Policy forms part of these Terms. Please review: Refund Policy.

12) Promotions & Discount Codes

Discount codes are subject to specific terms (e.g., expiry date, one-time use, product exclusions). We may modify or cancel promotions at any time to the extent permitted by law.

13) User Content (Reviews, Comments, Submissions)

If you post reviews, comments, or other content:

  • you represent you have the rights to share it;
  • you grant us a worldwide, royalty-free license to use, display, reproduce, and distribute it in connection with the Site and our marketing;
  • we may remove content that violates these Terms or is otherwise objectionable.

14) Third-Party Links and Services

The Site may link to third-party websites/services (including payment gateways, analytics). We are not responsible for third-party content or practices.

15) Disclaimer of Warranties

To the fullest extent permitted by law, the Site and all products/content are provided “as is” and “as available,” without warranties of any kind, express or implied.

16) Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Daily Meru Gems will not be liable for any indirect, incidental, consequential, special, or punitive damages arising from your use of the Site or any purchase. Where liability cannot be excluded, our liability will be limited to the amount you paid for the relevant order.

17) Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Daily Meru Gems from claims, damages, liabilities, and expenses arising from your use of the Site or breach of these Terms.

18) Termination

We may suspend or terminate access to the Site if we reasonably believe you have violated these Terms or engaged in fraud.

19) Governing Law & Dispute Resolution

These Terms are governed by the laws of Kenya, specifically Meru County. Any disputes will be resolved in the courts of Meru County, Kenya.

20) Contact

Questions about these Terms:
Email: support@meruexplorershub.com
Address: Maua, Meru, Kenya, Postal Code 60600

Refund Policy (Digital Products)

Effective date: 23 November 2025

Contact: support@meruexplorershub.com

1) Overview

Daily Meru Gems sells digital products only. Due to the nature of digital goods (instant access and/or download), all sales are final except as stated below.

2) Refund Eligibility

Refunds are only issued if:

  • the digital product is defective and we cannot provide a working replacement; or
  • the product was materially misrepresented; or
  • a refund is required by applicable consumer protection law.

3) Refund Requests

Refund requests must be submitted within 14 days of purchase by emailing support@meruexplorershub.com. Please include your order number and a clear explanation of the issue. We may request screenshots or additional details to help us verify and resolve the issue.

4) Refund Processing

If approved, refunds will be processed via the original payment method within 5–10 business days. Processing times may vary depending on your bank or payment provider.

5) Chargebacks

If you believe a charge is incorrect, please contact us first so we can help. Unresolved chargebacks may result in account restrictions and/or loss of access to digital products, subject to applicable law.

Privacy Policy

Effective date: 23 November 2025

Controller: Daily Meru Gems
Contact: support@meruexplorershub.com
Address: Maua, Meru, Kenya, Postal Code 60600

1) What This Policy Covers

This policy explains how we collect, use, share, and protect personal information when you visit our Site, read our blog, create an account, subscribe, or purchase digital products through our store (including via Easy Digital Downloads (EDD) and related payment gateways).

2) Information We Collect

A) Information you provide

  • Name and email address
  • Billing details as required for checkout and receipts
  • Account login details (if you register)
  • Order details and customer notes
  • Communications (emails, support requests)
  • Reviews/comments you submit

B) Payment information

Payments are processed by third-party providers such as M-Pesa, PayPal, Paystack, IntaSend, and other store gateways. We do not store full payment card numbers. Payment providers may collect and store payment details according to their own policies.

C) Technical/usage information

  • IP address, device type, browser type
  • Pages viewed, referral URLs, session data
  • Cookies and similar tracking technologies

D) EDD/WooCommerce-related data (if enabled)

Our store software may store information needed to operate purchases and downloads, such as purchase history, download access logs, and account/order metadata for support, fraud prevention, and compliance.

3) How We Use Your Information

  • to process orders and deliver digital products;
  • to send transactional messages (receipts, purchase confirmations, account messages);
  • to provide customer support;
  • to maintain Site security and prevent fraud/abuse;
  • to improve our Site, products, and user experience;
  • to send marketing emails only where permitted and/or with your consent (you can opt out anytime).

4) Data Sharing

We do not sell your personal information. We share data only with trusted service providers as needed to operate the Site and fulfill purchases, including payment processors, hosting/security providers, email delivery services, and analytics tools (if enabled).

5) Cookies

We use cookies for essential site functions, analytics, and marketing (where consent is required). See our Cookies Policy.

6) Data Retention

We retain personal data as long as necessary to fulfill orders, provide support, comply with legal obligations, and resolve disputes.

7) Security

We use reasonable safeguards to protect personal information; however, no method of transmission or storage is 100% secure. You use the Site at your own risk.

8) Your Rights

You may request access, correction, or deletion of your personal data by contacting support@meruexplorershub.com. We may need to verify your identity before fulfilling requests.

9) Children’s Privacy

Our Site is not intended for children under 18. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children.

10) International Transfers

If you access the Site from outside Kenya, your data may be processed in countries with different data protection laws. We take steps to protect your information consistent with this policy.

11) Contact

Privacy questions:
Email: support@meruexplorershub.com
Address: Maua, Meru, Kenya, Postal Code 60600

Cookies Policy

Effective date: 23 November 2025

1) What Cookies Are

Cookies are small files stored on your device. They help websites remember preferences and enable core functionality.

2) Cookies We Use

A) Essential cookies (required)

These support core site features such as:

  • account login sessions;
  • security and fraud prevention;
  • checkout functionality;
  • digital purchase and download delivery (including via EDD).

B) Performance/analytics cookies (optional)

These help us understand how visitors use the Site (e.g., page views, traffic sources) so we can improve performance and content.

C) Marketing cookies (optional)

These may be used to measure ad performance and show more relevant marketing, only where enabled and where consent is required.

3) Managing Cookies

You can control cookies via your browser settings. Disabling essential cookies may affect login, checkout, and digital download functionality.

4) Third-Party Cookies

Some third parties (such as payment gateways and analytics providers, if enabled) may set cookies. Their use of cookies is governed by their own policies.

5) Cookie Consent (If Applicable)

If required by law in your region, we display a cookie banner to request consent for non-essential cookies. You can change your cookie preferences at any time through your browser settings and, where available, any Site cookie preference tools.