Below is a Terms and Conditions (T&C) agreement for Y-Containers, tailored specifically to comply with the laws of California, USA. This agreement governs the use of the website and the purchase of shipping containers, including Tiny House Capsules, and incorporates California-specific legal requirements (e.g., California Consumer Privacy Act, California Business and Professions Code). The contact email "sales@y-containers.com" is included as requested. This is a general template and should be reviewed by a California-licensed attorney to ensure full compliance with state laws.

Terms and Conditions for Y-Containers

Effective Date: March 05, 2025

Welcome to Y-Containers! These Terms and Conditions (“Terms”) govern your use of our website (the “Site”), purchases of shipping containers and Tiny House Capsules (the “Products”), and related services. By accessing our Site or placing an order, you agree to these Terms, which are governed by California law. If you do not agree, please do not use our Site or services.

1. Acceptance of Terms

• These Terms form a binding contract between you (“Customer,” “You”) and Y-Containers (“We,” “Us”), a company operating under the laws of California.
• We may update these Terms at any time, with changes posted on our Site and an updated effective date. Continued use after changes constitutes acceptance, per California contract law.

2. Eligibility

• You must be at least 18 years old and legally capable of entering into contracts under California law to use our Site or purchase Products.
• Businesses or entities must have authorized representatives to agree to these Terms.

3. Products and Orders

• Product Descriptions: We aim to accurately describe our shipping containers and Tiny House Capsules. Images and specs are illustrative; minor variations may occur.
• Order Process: Orders are subject to availability and our acceptance. We may refuse or cancel orders for reasons like pricing errors or fraud, as permitted by California Business and Professions Code § 17500 (truth in advertising).
• Custom Orders: Modifications (e.g., windows, insulation) are final once production begins, per our Payment Policy.

4. Pricing and Payment

• Prices are in U.S. dollars (USD) and exclude shipping, California sales tax, and modifications unless stated.
• Payment terms are detailed in our Payment Policy, including accepted methods and refund processes, compliant with California Civil Code § 1749 (payment protections).
• You agree to pay all fees and taxes at checkout, per our Sales Tax Policy.

5. Shipping and Delivery

• Shipping terms, including 2–3 day processing and 5–7 day delivery estimates, are outlined in our Shipping Policy.
• Risk of loss transfers to you upon delivery acceptance, per California Commercial Code § 2509.

6. Returns and Refunds

• Returns and refunds follow our Payment Policy. Inspect Products upon delivery and report issues within 7 days to sales@y-containers.com, per California consumer protection standards.
• Custom Products (e.g., modified Tiny House Capsules) are non-returnable unless defective, as allowed under California law for custom goods.

7. Use of the Site

• Permitted Use: You may use our Site to browse, purchase Products, or contact us.
• Prohibited Actions: You may not:
  
  • Copy, modify, or distribute Site content without permission, violating California intellectual property laws.
  • Use the Site illegally or to harm others, per California Penal Code § 502 (computer crimes).
  • Disrupt our systems (e.g., hacking, DDoS attacks).

8. Intellectual Property

• All Site content (e.g., text, images, logos) and Product designs are owned by Y-S Containters or our licensors, protected by California and U.S. copyright and trademark laws (e.g., California Business and Professions Code § 14200 et seq.).
• Unauthorized use is prohibited, except for personal, non-commercial use tied to your purchase.

9. Privacy

• Your personal data is handled per our Privacy Policy, which complies with the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA, Cal. Civ. Code § 1798.100 et seq.). You have rights to access, delete, and opt out of data sales (if applicable).

10. Warranties and Disclaimers

• Limited Warranty: New Products include a 1-year structural warranty; used Products have a 30-day satisfaction guarantee, as detailed in our Payment Policy.
• As-Is: Used containers are sold “as-is” with possible imperfections (e.g., rust), per California Commercial Code § 2316.
• Disclaimer: Except as expressly stated, Products and the Site are provided “as-is” without implied warranties (e.g., merchantability, fitness for a purpose), to the extent permitted by California law (Cal. Civ. Code § 1791.1).

11. Limitation of Liability

• Y-Containers is not liable for indirect, incidental, or consequential damages (e.g., lost profits) arising from your use of our Site or Products, per California Civil Code § 1668.
• Our total liability is capped at the amount you paid for the Product, unless otherwise required by California law.

12. Indemnification

• You agree to indemnify and hold Y-Containers harmless from claims, losses, or damages (including attorney’s fees) arising from your misuse of the Site, violation of these Terms, or improper Product use, as allowed under California law.

13. Termination

• We may suspend or terminate your access to the Site or services for violating these Terms, with or without notice.
• Provisions like liability, indemnification, and intellectual property survive termination.

14. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution

• Governing Law: These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of California, without regard to conflict of law principles, per California Code of Civil Procedure § 1857.
• Disputes: Any disputes will be resolved in state or federal courts in Los Angeles County, California. You waive objections to jurisdiction or venue.
• Arbitration Option: At our discretion, disputes may be submitted to binding arbitration in Los Angeles, per the California Arbitration Act (Cal. Code Civ. Proc. § 1280 et seq.), with each party bearing its own costs unless otherwise awarded.

15. Force Majeure

• We’re not liable for delays or failures due to events beyond our control (e.g., earthquakes, strikes), per California Civil Code § 1511 (excuse of performance).

16. California-Specific Disclosures

• CCPA Rights: California residents have rights under the CCPA to request data access, deletion, or opt-out of data sales. Contact sales@y-containers.com to exercise these rights.
• Proposition 65: Some Products may contain chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer or reproductive harm. Visit www.P65Warnings.ca.gov for details.
• Automatic Renewal: We do not offer subscriptions with automatic renewals. All purchases are one-time unless financing is selected.

17. Miscellaneous

• Entire Agreement: These Terms, along with our Privacy, Payment, Shipping, and Sales Tax Policies, constitute the full agreement, superseding prior agreements.
• Severability: If any provision is unenforceable under California law, the rest remains valid (Cal. Civ. Code § 1599).
• No Waiver: Failure to enforce a term does not waive it.

18. Contact Us

Questions or concerns about these Terms? Reach out to:
Email: sales@y-containers.com

Phone: (+1) 779-600-5360

Address: 1075 Township Road 1950 East, Smithshire, IL 61478, United States

Thank you for choosing Y-Containers. We’re here to support your shipping container needs in compliance with California law!