Terms of service

Last updated: [22/11/2025]

Welcome to www.catescandy.co.uk (“we”, “us”, “our”).
By using our website or placing an order, you agree to these Terms of Service.
Please read them carefully.


1. About Us

Cate’s Candy

Email: cate@catescandy.co.uk

Website: www.catescandy.co.uk

We are a UK-based online sweet shop.


2. Using Our Website

You agree not to:

  • Use the site for unlawful purposes

  • Try to interfere with or disrupt the site

  • Copy or reproduce any content without permission

We reserve the right to update or change the website at any time.


3. Products & Descriptions

We do our best to provide accurate descriptions, images, and prices.
Colours, sizes, or packaging may vary slightly.

All products are subject to availability.


4. Prices & Payments

  • All prices are shown in GBP (£).

  • We reserve the right to change prices at any time.

  • Payments are processed securely via Shopify Payments, PayPal, or other approved methods.

  • You confirm that the payment details you provide are valid and authorised.


5. Orders & Acceptance

When you place an order, you’ll receive an email confirming we’ve received it.
Your order is accepted when it is dispatched — at this point, a contract is formed.

We may decline or cancel an order if:

  • The product is unavailable

  • There is a pricing or listing error

  • Payment fails

  • We suspect fraud

If this happens, we will refund you promptly.


6. Perishable Goods

Most of our products are perishable sweets.
By ordering, you acknowledge that:

  • Perishable items cannot be returned unless faulty (see Refund Policy)

  • You are responsible for entering the correct delivery address

  • You will store products appropriately once delivered


7. Shipping

Shipping details, methods, and delivery times are outlined in our Shipping Policy (see below).

By purchasing, you accept responsibility for:

  • Customs fees (if ordering from outside the UK)

  • Providing accurate delivery details

  • Being available to receive parcels where required


8. Refunds & Returns

Our Refund & Returns Policy applies to all orders.
Perishable goods cannot be returned unless:

  • Damaged

  • Faulty

  • Incorrectly supplied

See the full policy for details.


9. Liability

We are not liable for:

  • Delays outside our control (Royal Mail strikes, weather, etc.)

  • Losses caused by inaccurate information provided by you

  • Allergic reactions if allergens were clearly listed

Nothing in these terms excludes liability where it cannot legally be excluded (e.g., fraud or negligence causing injury).


10. Intellectual Property

All images, logos, text, and content belong to Cate’s Candy.
You may not copy or use any content without prior written permission.


11. Privacy

Your privacy is important to us.
Please read our Privacy Policy for full details on how we collect and use your data.


12. Changes to Terms

We may update these Terms from time to time.
Changes take effect immediately when posted on the website.


13. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of England and Wales.


14. Contact Us

If you have questions about these terms:

 cate@catescandy.co.uk