Terms of service.

APEVINE - Online Wine NFT Platform

Effective Date: 07/22/23

Welcome to ApeVine, an online winery who"s authenticity is stamped on the blockchain and allows users to engage in the purchase, sale, and trade of our wine collection represented by non-fungible tokens (NFTs). Before accessing or using our platform, please carefully read the following Terms of Service and Age Policy, as they govern your use of the website and services provided by ApeVine LLC.

1. Acceptance of Terms:

  • By accessing or using our platform, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service and Age Policy. If you do not agree with any part of these terms, please refrain from using our services.

2. Age Requirement:

  • You must be at least 21 years of age to access and use the services provided by ApeVine. By agreeing to these terms, you represent and warrant that you are 21 years old or older, and you shall not permit any individuals under the age of 21 to access or use our platform.

3. NFT Platform and Ownership:

  • ApeVine operates as an online marketplace for wine-related non-fungible tokens (NFTs). NFTs are unique digital assets that represent ownership of specific bottles or collections of wine. When purchasing an NFT, you are acquiring ownership of the digital representation of the wine, not the physical product itself, until you claim the bottle with and changing the NFT from “unclaimed” to “claimed” at another date.

4. Compliance with Applicable Laws:

  • You agree to comply with all applicable laws and regulations regarding the purchase, sale, and trade of alcohol-related products. You understand that it is your responsibility to ensure that you are legally permitted to participate in wine-related NFT transactions within your jurisdiction.

5. Investment Risks:

  • Engaging in NFT transactions involves certain investment risks, including but not limited to market volatility and the potential for loss of value. ApeVine is not liable for any financial losses incurred as a result of investing in NFTs.

6. Intellectual Property Rights:

  • All content provided on ApeVine"s website, including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, images, and software, is the property of ApeVine and its licensors and is protected by applicable copyright and intellectual property laws. You may not use, reproduce, modify, or distribute any content from our platform without our prior written consent.

7. Prohibited Activities:

  • You agree not to engage in any of the following activities while using our platform:

  • a. Violating any applicable laws or regulations.

  • b. Uploading or distributing any content that is unlawful, harmful, or infringing upon others" rights.

  • c. Attempting to disrupt or interfere with the security or proper functioning of the platform.

  • d. Impersonating any individual or entity or misrepresenting your affiliation with any entity.

8. Termination:

  • ApeVine reserves the right to terminate or suspend your access to the platform at any time without prior notice for any violation of these Terms of Service or Age Policy.

9. Changes to Terms of Service:

  • ApeVine may update these Terms of Service and Age Policy from time to time. Any modifications will be effective upon posting on the platform. It is your responsibility to review these terms regularly to stay informed about any changes.

10. Disclaimer of Warranties:

  • ApeVine provides its services "as is" and without any warranty or guarantee, express or implied. We do not warrant the accuracy, reliability, or completeness of any content or services provided through our platform.

11. Limitation of Liability:

  • In no event shall ApeVine, its officers, directors, employees, or agents be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages arising out of or in any way connected with the use of our platform or the purchase of NFTs.

12. Governing Law:

  • These Terms of Service and Age Policy shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the United States, without regard to its conflict of laws principles.

Please note that shipping prices for physical wine bottles are not included in the purchase of wine-related non-fungible tokens (NFTs) on ApeVine. If you reside outside the United States, shipping costs may be significant and could vary depending on your location and local import regulations. Before making any NFT purchases, we strongly advise international customers to consider and research the potential shipping expenses and any customs duties or taxes that may apply in their respective countries.

ApeVine does not have control over international shipping rates, and the cost of shipping will be determined by third-party shipping carriers. It is essential to review and understand the applicable shipping fees and delivery times before proceeding with any NFT transactions.

We recommend contacting our customer support team or the shipping carrier directly for specific shipping inquiries or estimated costs. Your satisfaction is our priority, and we want to ensure you have a seamless experience when acquiring ownership of ApeVine NFTs from our platform.

By continuing to use our platform and engaging in NFT transactions, you acknowledge and accept that shipping costs are not included in the NFT purchase price and that these expenses may be substantial if you reside outside the United States.

By clicking "Accept" or by accessing and using our platform, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to these Terms of Service and Age Policy.

If you have any questions or concerns regarding these terms or our platform, please contact us at info@apevine.co.

Thank you for using ApeVine! Cheers!