TERMS OF SERVICE

Terms of Service for brands.co.nz

 

Last Updated: 22 September 2025

 

OVERVIEW

 

Welcome to brands.co.nz (the "website").

This website is operated by Akina Trading Ltd. Throughout this document, the terms “we”, “us”, and “our” refer to Akina Trading Ltd. We offer this website, including all its information, tools, and services, to you, the user, on the condition that you accept all the terms, conditions, and policies stated here.

By visiting our website or purchasing something from us, you are using our “Service” and agree to be bound by the following terms and conditions (“Terms”). These Terms apply to everyone who uses this site, including browsers, customers, vendors, and content contributors.

Please read these Terms carefully. By accessing or using any part of our website, you agree to these Terms. If you do not agree with them, you should not use our website or any of our services.

Any new features or tools added to the store will also be subject to these Terms. We may update these Terms from time to time by posting changes on this page. It is your responsibility to check this page periodically for updates. Your continued use of the website after any changes means you accept those changes.

Our store is hosted on Shopify Inc. They provide the online e-commerce platform that allows us to sell our products and services to you.

 

SECTION 1 - YOUR USE OF OUR ONLINE STORE

 

  • By agreeing to these Terms, you confirm that you are at least 18 years old, or you are at least 18 years old and have given us your consent to allow a minor you are responsible for to use this site.

  • You must not use our products for any illegal or unauthorised purpose. You must not violate any laws in your jurisdiction, including copyright laws.

  • You must not transmit any worms, viruses, or any code of a destructive nature.

  • A breach of any of these Terms will result in an immediate termination of your Services.

We reserve the right to decline wholesale or trade orders. If we do accept a wholesale or trade order, an additional shipping fee may apply.

 

SECTION 2 - GENERAL CONDITIONS

 

  • We reserve the right to refuse service to anyone for any reason at any time.

  • You understand that your content (not including credit card information) may be transferred unencrypted over various networks. Credit card information is always encrypted during transfer.

  • You agree not to reproduce, duplicate, copy, sell, resell, or exploit any part of the Service without our express written permission.

  • The headings used in this agreement are for convenience only and do not affect these Terms.

 

SECTION 3 - ACCURACY AND TIMELINESS OF INFORMATION

 

We do our best to ensure the information on our website is accurate and up-to-date. However, the material on this site is provided for general information only. You should not rely on it as the sole basis for making decisions without consulting more accurate or timely sources. Any reliance on the material on this site is at your own risk.

This site may contain historical information, which is not current and is provided for your reference only. We reserve the right to modify the contents of this site at any time, but we have no obligation to update any information.

 

SECTION 4 - CHANGES TO PRICES AND SERVICES

 

  • Prices for our products are subject to change without notice.

  • We reserve the right to modify or discontinue the Service (or any part of it) at any time without notice.

  • We are not liable to you or any third party for any modification, price change, suspension, or discontinuance of the Service.

 

SECTION 5 - PRODUCTS OR SERVICES

 

  • Certain products or services may be available exclusively online and may have limited quantities. These products or services are subject to return or exchange only according to our Returns Policy.

  • We have made every effort to display the colours and images of our products as accurately as possible. We cannot guarantee that your computer monitor's display of any colour will be accurate.

  • We reserve the right to limit the sales of our products or services to any person, geographic region, or jurisdiction, on a case-by-case basis. We also reserve the right to limit the quantities of any products or services we offer or to discontinue any product at any time.

  • All descriptions of products and pricing are subject to change at any time without notice, at our sole discretion.

Your rights regarding the quality of products and services are protected by the Consumer Guarantees Act 1993, as explained in Section 13.

 

SECTION 6 - BILLING AND ACCOUNT ACCURACY

 

  • We reserve the right to refuse any order you place with us. We may, at our discretion, limit or cancel quantities purchased per person, per household, or per order. If we change or cancel an order, we will attempt to notify you using the email, billing address, or phone number you provided.

  • We reserve the right to limit or refuse orders that, in our judgment, appear to be placed by dealers, resellers, or distributors.

  • You agree to provide current, complete, and accurate purchase and account information for all purchases made at our store. You agree to promptly update your information so we can complete your transactions and contact you as needed.

For more detail, please review our Returns Policy.

 

SECTION 7 - OPTIONAL TOOLS

 

We may provide you with access to third-party tools which we do not monitor or control. You acknowledge and agree that we provide access to such tools ”as is” and “as available” without any warranties or endorsement. We are not responsible for anything arising from or relating to your use of these optional third-party tools. Your use of these tools is entirely at your own risk.

 

SECTION 8 - THIRD-PARTY LINKS

 

Our Service may include materials from third parties. Third-party links on this site may direct you to websites that are not affiliated with us. We are not responsible for examining or evaluating the content or accuracy of these sites.

We are not liable for any harm or damages related to the purchase or use of goods, services, or any other transactions made in connection with any third-party websites. Please review the third-party's policies carefully before you engage in any transaction.

 

SECTION 9 - USER COMMENTS AND FEEDBACK

 

If you send us comments, ideas, suggestions, or other materials (collectively, 'comments'), you agree that we can, at any time and without restriction, edit, copy, publish, distribute, and otherwise use them in any medium. We are not obligated to (1) keep any comments confidential; (2) pay you for any comments; or (3) respond to any comments.

You agree that your comments will not violate the rights of any third party, including copyright, trademark, or privacy rights. Your comments must not contain unlawful, abusive, or obscene material, or any computer virus. You are solely responsible for any comments you make and their accuracy.

 

SECTION 10 - PERSONAL INFORMATION

 

Your submission of personal information through the store is governed by our Privacy Policy. Please review our Privacy Policy for more information.

 

SECTION 11 - ERRORS AND OMISSIONS

 

Occasionally, there may be information on our site that contains typographical errors, inaccuracies, or omissions relating to product descriptions, pricing, promotions, shipping charges, and availability.

We reserve the right to correct any errors, inaccuracies, or omissions, and to change or update information or cancel orders if any information is inaccurate at any time without prior notice (including after you have submitted your order). If we cancel your order after you have already paid, we will issue a full refund.

 

SECTION 12 - PROHIBITED USES

 

You are prohibited from using the site or its content: (a) for any unlawful purpose; (b) to infringe upon our intellectual property rights or the rights of others; (c) to harass, abuse, insult, harm, defame, intimidate, or discriminate; (d) to submit false or misleading information; (e) to upload or transmit viruses or malicious code; (f) to collect the personal information of others; (g) for any obscene or immoral purpose; or (h) to interfere with the security features of the Service.

We reserve the right to terminate your use of the Service for violating any of the prohibited uses.

 

SECTION 13 - YOUR RIGHTS & LIMITATION OF LIABILITY

 

Your Rights under New Zealand Law

Nothing in these Terms is intended to limit or replace your rights under the Consumer Guarantees Act 1993 (CGA) or the Fair Trading Act 1986. These Terms should be read subject to the rights you have under this legislation.

Under the CGA, our products come with guarantees, including that they are of acceptable quality and fit for purpose. If a product we supply fails to meet a guarantee, you may have rights to a remedy, such as a repair, replacement, or refund.

Business Customers

If you are acquiring goods or services from us for business purposes as defined in the CGA, you agree that the guarantees provided under the CGA do not apply.

Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Akina Trading Ltd, our directors, employees, and affiliates will not be liable for any injury, loss, claim, or any direct or indirect damages of any kind, including lost profits or lost data, arising from your use of the Service or any products purchased through the Service. Where our liability cannot be excluded by law, it is limited to the maximum extent permitted.

 

SECTION 14 - INDEMNITY

 

You agree to cover us and our parent, subsidiaries, affiliates, partners, officers, and employees for any losses, costs, or expenses (including reasonable legal fees) that arise from any claim made by a third party due to your breach of these Terms or your violation of any law or the rights of a third party.

 

SECTION 15 - SEVERABILITY

 

If any part of these Terms of Service is determined to be unlawful, void, or unenforceable, that part will be removed from these Terms, but the remaining parts will still be valid and enforceable to the fullest extent permitted by law.

 

SECTION 16 - TERMINATION

 

These Terms of Service are effective unless and until terminated by either you or us. You may terminate these Terms at any time by notifying us that you no longer wish to use our Services, or when you stop using our site.

We may also terminate this agreement at any time without notice if we believe you have failed to comply with any term. You will remain liable for all amounts due up to and including the date of termination.

 

SECTION 17 - ENTIRE AGREEMENT

 

These Terms of Service and any policies we post on this site constitute the entire agreement and understanding between you and us. They govern your use of the Service and replace any prior agreements, communications, or proposals, whether oral or written.

 

SECTION 18 - GOVERNING LAW

 

These Terms of Service and any separate agreements where we provide you Services shall be governed by and interpreted in accordance with the laws of New Zealand.

 

SECTION 19 - CHANGES TO TERMS OF SERVICE

 

You can review the most current version of the Terms of Service at any time on this page. We reserve the right to update, change, or replace any part of these Terms by posting updates to our website. It is your responsibility to check our website periodically for changes.

 

SECTION 20 - CONTACT INFORMATION

 

If you have any questions about these Terms of Service, please contact us at: hello@brands.co.nz