Billing Terms and Conditions

Billing Terms and Conditions

Effective Date: March 8, 2026


1. Introduction

These Billing Terms and Conditions ("Terms") govern the payment obligations and processes between Backyard Tranquility ("Company", "we", "us", or "our") and the customer ("Customer", "you", or "your"). By accessing or using our services and purchasing our products, you agree to be bound by these Terms.


2. Payment Terms

2.1 Pricing

       Prices: All prices for products and services are listed in dollars and are subject to change without prior notice.

       Taxes and Fees: Prices are exclusive of applicable taxes, duties, or charges unless otherwise specified.

2.2 Payment Methods

We accept the following payment methods:

       Credit/Debit Cards: Visa, MasterCard, American Express, etc.

       Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT)/ACH Payments

       PayPal

       [Other Payment Methods, e.g., Apple Pay, Google Pay]

2.3 Payment Due Date

       One-Time Purchases: Payment is due at time of purchase.


3. Invoicing

       Invoice Issuance: Invoices will be issued upon order completion.

       Delivery Method: Invoices will be sent electronically via Email to the contact information provided by the Customer.

       Customer Responsibility: It is your responsibility to ensure that all billing information is accurate and up-to-date.


4. Late Payments

4.1 Interest on Late Payments

       Late Fee: If payment is not received by the due date, a late payment interest of  1.5% per month or the maximum allowed by law will be charged on the outstanding balance.

4.2 Suspension of Services

       Service Suspension: We reserve the right to suspend or terminate services if payment is not received within 10 days after the due date.

       Reinstatement: Services will be reinstated upon full payment of outstanding amounts, including any late fees.


5. Disputed Charges

       Notification Period: If you dispute any charges on your invoice, you must notify us in writing within 7 days of the invoice date.

       Contact Information: Disputes should be sent to support@backyardtranquil.com and include the invoice number and details of the dispute.

       Resolution: We will investigate and resolve billing disputes promptly.


6. Refunds and Credits

       Policy Reference: Refunds or credits are provided in accordance with our [Refund Policy](Insert Link to Refund Policy).

       Processing Time: Any approved refunds will be processed to the original payment method within 14 days.


7. Taxes

       Customer Responsibility: You are responsible for all applicable taxes, including but not limited to sales tax, value-added tax (VAT), goods and services tax (GST), and any other similar charges.

       Tax Exemption: If you are tax-exempt, you must provide a valid tax exemption certificate at the time of purchase.


8. Billing Errors

       Corrections: If we discover a billing error, we will correct it promptly.

       Overcharges: If you have been overcharged, we will refund or credit the overcharged amount.

       Undercharges: If you have been undercharged, we will invoice you for the outstanding amount.


9. Payment Security

       Data Protection: All payment information is handled securely in compliance with industry standards.

       Payment Processor: We use Shopify Payments to process payments and do not store your credit card information on our servers.

       SSL Encryption: Transactions are secured using Secure Socket Layer (SSL) encryption technology.


10. Changes to Billing Terms

       Modification Rights: We reserve the right to modify these Billing Terms and Conditions at any time.

       Notification of Changes: Changes will become effective upon posting the updated Terms on our website at https://backyardtranquil.com.

       Acceptance of Changes: Continued use of our services after any such changes constitutes acceptance of the new Terms.


11. Limitation of Liability

       No Liability for Indirect Damages: We are not liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising out of or related to these Terms.

       Maximum Liability: Our maximum liability for any claims arising under these Terms is limited to the amount paid by you for the services in the 30 days preceding the event giving rise to the liability.


12. Governing Law

       Jurisdiction: These Terms are governed by the laws of the United States of America/ Ohio, without regard to its conflict of law principles.

       Venue: Any legal action or proceeding arising under these Terms will be brought exclusively in the courts located in Hamilton County, Ohio.


13. Contact Information

For any questions or concerns regarding billing, please contact us:

       Company Name: Backyard Tranquility

       Address: 9550 Mason Montgomery Rd #1037, Mason, OH 45040

       Email: support@backyardtranquil.com

       Phone: (513) 548-3883

       Website: https://backyardtranquil.com


14. Entire Agreement

These Billing Terms and Conditions, along with our [Terms of Service](Insert Link) and [Privacy Policy](Insert Link), constitute the entire agreement between you and Backyard Tranquility regarding billing matters and supersede all prior agreements.


Acknowledgment

By using our services or purchasing our products, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to these Billing Terms and Conditions.