Terms & Conditions

Effective Date: March 2025

These Terms & Conditions (“Terms”) apply to all visitors and customers (“you”) who access or use melanmark.com (the “Site”), operated by MelanMark (“we,” “us,” or “our”). By browsing the Site, making a purchase, or engaging with any of our features, you agree to these Terms. If you do not agree, please do not use the Site.

Where Black Brands Shine... For Everyone!

1. Purpose of This Site

MelanMark is a curated online marketplace created to amplify Black-owned brands and make them accessible to everyone. Our platform connects conscious consumers with high-quality products from talented independent sellers.

This Site is designed for informational, browsing, and shopping purposes only. If you’re here to sell, please visit our Become a Vendor page for more information.

2. Customer Eligibility

To place an order or create an account, you must:

  • Be at least 18 years old (or the age of majority in your region)
  • Provide truthful, accurate information
  • Use this Site only for lawful purposes

We reserve the right to deny access or service if we suspect misuse, abuse, or violation of these Terms.

3. Purchases & Transactions

MelanMark facilitates transactions between customers and independent vendors. When you make a purchase:

  • You are entering a direct transaction with that vendor.
  • You agree to the pricing, shipping, and return policies displayed on the product page.
  • Payment is processed through secure third-party services. We never store your payment details.

We aim to showcase trustworthy vendors, but MelanMark does not control individual product manufacturing or fulfillment.

4. Shipping & Returns

Shipping times, fees, and carriers may vary by vendor. Always review individual product pages for details.

Returns and exchanges are subject to the vendor’s specific policy. MelanMark encourages transparent practices, but final decisions rest with the vendor. If an issue arises, we’ll do our best to help mediate fairly.

5. Accounts & Profiles

You may browse the Site without an account. To place an order, save favorites, or track deliveries, you may create one.

You are responsible for your login credentials and all activity under your account. If you suspect unauthorized use, notify us immediately.

6. Community Guidelines

We’re more than a marketplace—we’re a movement. Whether leaving reviews or interacting with our content, we expect users to:

  • Show respect to vendors, staff, and fellow shoppers
  • Refrain from hateful, discriminatory, or offensive content
  • Keep feedback honest and constructive

We reserve the right to remove inappropriate content or suspend accounts that violate our values.

7. Intellectual Property

All content on this Site—including our name, branding, design, graphics, and copy—is the property of MelanMark or its licensors. You may not copy, modify, distribute, or reuse content without written permission.

Vendor logos, product images, and trademarks belong to the respective sellers and are used with permission.

8. Third-Party Links & Tools

The Site may include links to third-party tools or platforms (e.g., social media, payment processors). These are offered as a convenience. We do not control or endorse their content or practices and are not liable for any issues that arise from their use.

9. Limitation of Liability

While we work hard to keep this platform reliable and secure, MelanMark is not liable for:

  • Vendor errors or misrepresentations
  • Product quality or defects
  • Delays, losses, or damages resulting from purchases made on the Site

Use of this Site is at your own discretion and risk. Our role is to connect, not control.

10. Privacy & Data Use

Your privacy matters. Please review our Privacy Policy for details on how we collect, store, and use your data. We do not sell your personal information, ever.

11. Changes to These Terms

We may update these Terms from time to time. When we do, we’ll revise the “Effective Date” at the top of this page. Continued use of the Site after any changes constitutes your acceptance of the revised Terms.

12. Questions or Concerns?

We’re here to help. If you have questions about these Terms, your account, or a purchase, please reach out on our Contact Us page.