TERMS & CONDITIONS
Effective Date: 10 May 2026

Welcome to WordEssential.com (“Website”), operated by Word Essential, LLC (“Company,” “we,” “our,” or “us”).
By accessing or using this Website, you agree to these Terms & Conditions.

1. Intellectual Property

All content on this Website—including but not limited to:
·      writing
·      articles
·      lessons
·      workshop materials
·      podcast content
·      graphics
·      branding
·      logos
·      downloads
·      course materials
·      audio and video content

is the intellectual property of the Company unless otherwise noted and is protected by copyright and other applicable laws.

No content may be copied, reproduced, republished, distributed, modified, sold, or used for commercial purposes without prior written permission.

Limited personal, non-commercial use is permitted.

2. Educational and Informational Purpose

The content on this Website is provided for educational and informational purposes only.

Nothing on this Website constitutes legal, financial, therapeutic, publishing, or other professional advice.
Use of the Website and its content is at your own risk.

3. User Conduct

You agree not to:
·      use the Website for unlawful purposes
·      attempt to interfere with Website functionality or security
·      copy or exploit content without authorization
·      submit false or misleading information
·      harass, threaten, or abuse others through the Website

We reserve the right to restrict or terminate access for violations of these Terms.

4. Purchases and Payments

If consultations, coaching packages, workshops, editing services, memberships, or other services are offered through the Website:
·      prices are subject to change without notice
·      payment terms will be communicated before services begin
·      invoices may be processed through Stripe, PayPal, or other secure third-party payment processors
·      we reserve the right to refuse service

No automatic refunds are offered unless explicitly stated in a written agreement or invoice.

5. No Guarantees

We make no guarantees regarding:
·      publishing outcomes
·      creative success
·      business growth
·      writing results
·      audience growth
·      income or career outcomes

Individual results vary based on numerous factors beyond our control.

6. Third-Party Links

The Website may contain links to third-party websites or resources.

We are not responsible for the content, policies, or practices of third-party sites.

7. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, the Company shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, consequential, special, or punitive damages arising from use of the Website or its content.

Your use of the Website is at your own risk.

8. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless the Company from claims, damages, liabilities, and expenses arising from your misuse of the Website or violation of these Terms.

9. Accessibility

We strive to make the Website accessible and usable for all visitors. If you experience accessibility barriers, please contact us.

10. Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by the laws of the State of Minnesota, without regard to conflict of law principles.

11. Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. Continued use of the Website after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.

12. Affiliate Disclaimer

Some pages on this Website may contain affiliate links, including Amazon affiliate links. If you purchase through those links, we may earn a small commission at no additional cost to you.

13. Testimonials Disclaimer

Testimonials reflect individual experiences and are not guarantees of results.

14. Contact Information

Word Essential, LLC | team@wordessential.com | Minneapolis, Minnesota

15. Copyright Notice

© 2026 Word Essential, LLC. All rights reserved. No part of this Website may be reproduced without written permission.

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