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Terms & Conditions

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Welcome to 'Dark But Playful'. By accessing or using this website, you agree to the following Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with these terms, please do not use this website.

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“Dark But Playful exists in the space between fiction and reality — where art, music, fashion, and culture collide.”

Dark But Playful is a creative platform combining handmade art, digital creation, music, wearable fashion, conceptual design, storytelling, and culture to build original fictional worlds that merge with reality. Through handcrafted artworks, mixed-media pieces, digital assets, wearable fashion concepts, music, and creative collaborations, Dark But Playful explores the intersection between physical and digital expression — blending traditional handmade processes with evolving digital creativity.

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The platform offers physical and digital works for viewing, collecting, and purchase.

 

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Intellectual Property

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All content featured on this website, including but not limited to:

  • Handmade artworks

  • Digital artworks and assets

  • Mixed-media creations

  • Wearable fashion concepts

  • Illustrations and graphics

  • Logos and branding

  • Text and written content

  • Photography

  • Audio and music

  • Videos and animations

  • Downloadable content

  • Creative concepts and storytelling

  • Website design and visual identity

 

is the intellectual property of Dark But Playful unless otherwise stated.

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All rights are reserved.

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You may not:

  • Copy, reproduce, distribute, modify, or republish any content without prior written permission

  • Use any artwork, music, designs, or content for commercial purposes without consent

  • Claim ownership of any material created by Dark But Playful

  • Resell, redistribute, or exploit digital products without permission

  • Mint, reproduce, tokenise, or distribute artworks as NFTs, blockchain assets, AI training datasets, or digital collectibles without written consent

 

The purchase of physical or digital products does not transfer copyright or intellectual property ownership unless explicitly agreed in writing.

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Dark But Playful reserves the right to pursue legal action against unauthorised use of its intellectual property.

 

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Digital Assets & Licensing

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Digital products sold through this website may include downloadable artwork, music, visual assets, digital collectibles, wearable fashion concepts, or other creative media.

Unless otherwise stated:

  • Digital purchases are licensed for personal use only

  • You may not resell, share, distribute, modify, or commercially exploit digital products

  • Access to digital downloads may be revoked if these terms are violated

  • Certain digital products may include additional licensing terms presented at the point of purchase

Dark But Playful retains full ownership of all digital assets.

 

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Products & Orders

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All products displayed on this website are subject to availability.

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We reserve the right to:

  • Refuse or cancel orders at our discretion

  • Update pricing, descriptions, or availability without notice

  • Limit quantities available for purchase

  • Discontinue products or collections at any time

 

Due to the creative and handcrafted nature of artworks, wearable pieces, and fashion concepts, slight variations in colour, texture, or appearance may occur.

 

Customers are responsible for providing accurate billing and shipping information.

 

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Shipping Policy

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Shipping times may vary depending on location, product availability, and production times.

 

Estimated delivery times are provided as guidelines only and are not guaranteed.

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Dark But Playful is not responsible for:

  • Delays caused by postal services or customs

  • Lost or stolen packages marked as delivered

  • Import duties, taxes, or customs charges incurred by international orders

 

Customers will receive shipping confirmation where applicable.

 

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Returns & Refunds

 

If you are unhappy with your order, please contact us within 14 days of receiving your item.

 

Refunds or exchanges may be offered at our discretion depending on:

  • The condition of the item

  • The nature of the request

  • Whether the product is physical or digital

 

The following may be non-refundable unless faulty or defective:

  • Limited-edition works

  • Custom or commissioned pieces

  • Downloadable digital products

  • Digital collectibles or licensed assets

  • Handmade or made-to-order wearable items

 

Customers are responsible for return shipping costs unless the item arrives damaged or incorrect.

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Commission & Collaboration Terms

 

Dark But Playful may accept commissions, collaborations, or creative partnerships.

 

Unless agreed otherwise in writing:

  • Dark But Playful retains ownership of all original concepts, designs, and artwork

  • Commission fees may require deposits before work begins

  • Completed work may be displayed for portfolio and promotional purposes

  • Commercial usage rights must be negotiated separately

 

Dark But Playful reserves the right to refuse commission requests or collaborations at its discretion.

 

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NFT & Blockchain Policy

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Unless explicitly stated, the purchase of artwork or digital content from this website does not grant permission to:

  • Mint NFTs

  • Create blockchain-based derivatives

  • Tokenise artwork, fashion concepts, or brand assets

  • Use content in cryptocurrency or Web3 projects

 

Any blockchain-related use of Dark But Playful content without written permission is strictly prohibited.

 

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Privacy Policy

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Dark But Playful respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information.

 

Information We Collect

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We may collect personal information including:

  • Name

  • Email address

  • Billing and shipping information

  • Purchase history

  • Messages submitted through forms

  • Account details where applicable

 

We may also collect non-personal information such as:

  • Browser type

  • Device information

  • IP address

  • Website analytics and usage behaviour

 

How Your Information Is Used

 

Your information may be used to:

  • Process orders and payments

  • Deliver products and digital downloads

  • Respond to enquiries and support requests

  • Improve website functionality and user experience

  • Send updates, promotions, or newsletters (only if you opt in)

  • Prevent fraud or misuse of the website

 

We do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties.

 

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Cookies Policy

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This website may use cookies and similar technologies to:

  • Improve website performance

  • Remember user preferences

  • Analyse visitor behaviour and traffic

  • Support shopping cart and checkout functionality

 

You can disable cookies through your browser settings, although some features of the website may not function properly.

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Third-Party Services

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We may use trusted third-party providers for services including:

  • Payment processing

  • Shipping and fulfilment

  • Website analytics

  • Email marketing

  • Digital product delivery

 

These providers only receive the information necessary to perform their services.

 

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Data Security

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Reasonable technical and organisational measures are taken to protect your information. However, no online platform can guarantee complete security.

 

By using this website, you acknowledge that you share information at your own risk.

 

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Your Rights

 

You may request access to, correction of, or deletion of your personal information at any time by contacting us through the website.

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If you are located in the UK or EU, your information is handled in accordance with applicable data protection laws including the UK GDPR and Data Protection Act.

 

 

External Links

 

This website may contain links to third-party websites, social platforms, marketplaces, or external services. Dark But Playful is not responsible for the content, privacy practices, or policies of external websites.

 

 

Limitation of Liability

 

Dark But Playful shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages resulting from:

  • The use of this website

  • Products purchased through the website

  • Downloadable digital content

  • Temporary interruptions or technical issues

 

All content is provided “as is” without warranties of any kind.

 

 

Changes to These Terms

Dark But Playful reserves the right to update or modify these Terms & Conditions at any time without prior notice.

Continued use of the website after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of those changes.

 

 

Contact

For enquiries regarding these Terms & Conditions, Privacy Policy, commissions, collaborations, or licensing, please contact:

 

Dark But Playful

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