Terms and Conditions

1. Acceptance of Terms

Welcome to ErectorSetCo.com (“Website,” “Site,” “we,” “us,” or “our”). By accessing or using this website, you agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions (“Terms”). If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use our website.

These Terms constitute a legally binding agreement between you and ErectorSetCo.com. Your continued use of the website indicates your acceptance of these Terms and any modifications we may make to them.

2. Website Purpose

ErectorSetCo.com is an informational resource and affiliate marketing website focused on Erector Sets and metal construction toys. Our website provides:

• Historical information about Erector Sets
• Educational content about metal construction toys
• Collector guides and identification resources
• Affiliate links to purchase products from third-party retailers
• General information about vintage and modern building sets

3. Affiliate Relationships

ErectorSetCo.com participates in affiliate marketing programs, including the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program. This means:

• Links to products on Amazon and other retailers are affiliate links
• We earn a commission when purchases are made through our links
• You pay the same price whether you use our links or visit retailers directly
• Our affiliate relationships do not affect the price you pay
• Commissions help support the operation and maintenance of this website

We only recommend products we believe offer value. Our editorial content remains independent of our affiliate relationships.

4. Intellectual Property Rights

Our Content

All original content on ErectorSetCo.com, including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, images, articles, guides, and website design, is protected by copyright and owned by ErectorSetCo.com or our content providers.

Your License to Use

We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to:

• Access and view content for personal, non-commercial use
• Print individual pages for personal reference
• Share links to our content on social media

You May NOT:

• Reproduce, duplicate, copy, or resell any content from our website
• Modify or create derivative works from our content
• Use our content for commercial purposes without written permission
• Remove copyright notices or attributions
• Frame or mirror our content on other websites
• Use automated systems (bots, scrapers) to access or copy our content

Third-Party Trademarks

Product names, logos, and brands mentioned on our site (including “Erector Set,” “Gilbert,” “Meccano,” etc.) are trademarks of their respective owners. We are not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by these trademark holders. Our use of these marks is for informational and descriptive purposes only.

5. User Conduct

When using ErectorSetCo.com, you agree to:

• Use the website only for lawful purposes
• Not engage in any conduct that restricts or inhibits others from using the website
• Not impersonate any person or entity
• Not transmit viruses, malware, or harmful code
• Not attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems
• Not collect user information without consent
• Not use the website in any way that could damage, disable, or impair our servers

We reserve the right to terminate your access to the website for violation of these Terms.

6. User-Generated Content

If our website allows you to submit comments, reviews, or other content (“User Content”), you agree that:

• You own or have rights to the content you submit
• Your content does not infringe on any third-party rights
• Your content is accurate and not misleading
• Your content does not contain offensive, defamatory, or illegal material

By submitting User Content, you grant us a worldwide, non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use, reproduce, modify, and display your content in connection with operating the website.

We reserve the right to remove any User Content that violates these Terms or is otherwise objectionable, without notice.

7. Third-Party Links and Services

Our website contains links to third-party websites and services, including:

• Amazon.com and other online retailers
• Social media platforms
• External resources and references
• Affiliate partner websites

We are not responsible for:

• The content, accuracy, or practices of third-party websites
• Products or services offered by external sites
• Privacy policies of third-party websites
• Transactions conducted on external sites
• Any damages arising from your use of third-party websites

When you leave our website through a link, you are subject to the terms and policies of that destination website.

8. Disclaimer of Warranties

ErectorSetCo.com and all content are provided “AS IS” and “AS AVAILABLE” without warranties of any kind, either express or implied, including but not limited to:

• Implied warranties of merchantability
• Fitness for a particular purpose
• Non-infringement
• Accuracy or completeness of information
• Uninterrupted or error-free operation
• Freedom from viruses or harmful components

We do not warrant that the website will meet your requirements or that any information is accurate, reliable, or complete.

9. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, ErectorSetCo.com and its operators, employees, and affiliates shall NOT be liable for:

• Any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages
• Loss of profits, revenue, data, or use
• Personal injury or property damage
• Damages arising from purchases made through affiliate links
• Reliance on information provided on our website
• Errors, omissions, or inaccuracies in content
• Unauthorized access to or alteration of your data

Our total liability to you for any claims arising from your use of the website shall not exceed $100 USD.

Some jurisdictions do not allow limitations on implied warranties or liability for incidental or consequential damages. In such jurisdictions, our liability is limited to the greatest extent permitted by law.

10. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless ErectorSetCo.com and its operators from any claims, damages, losses, liabilities, and expenses (including attorney fees) arising from:

• Your use of the website
• Your violation of these Terms
• Your violation of any third-party rights
• Any User Content you submit
• Your conduct on the website

11. Privacy and Data Collection

Your use of ErectorSetCo.com is also governed by our Privacy Policy. By using the website, you consent to:

• Collection of data as described in our Privacy Policy
• Use of cookies and tracking technologies
• Processing of your information as outlined in our Privacy Policy

Please review our Privacy Policy to understand how we collect, use, and protect your information.

12. Email Communications

By providing your email address (through newsletter signup or contact forms), you consent to receive:

• Informational emails about Erector Sets
• Newsletter updates and blog post notifications
• Responses to your inquiries
• Administrative messages about the website

You may unsubscribe from marketing emails at any time using the unsubscribe link in each email. We will continue to send essential service-related emails.

13. Children’s Privacy (COPPA Compliance)

ErectorSetCo.com is not directed to children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we learn that we have collected information from a child under 13, we will delete that information immediately.

If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us at support@erectorsetco.com.

14. Modifications to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting to the website. Material changes will be indicated by updating the “Last Updated” date at the bottom of this page.

Your continued use of the website after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the modified Terms. We encourage you to review these Terms periodically.

15. Modifications to Website

We reserve the right to:

• Modify or discontinue any aspect of the website without notice
• Change the content, features, or availability of the website
• Suspend or terminate the website temporarily or permanently
• Update affiliate links and partnerships

We are not liable for any modifications, suspensions, or discontinuations of the website.

16. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the United States and the State of Pennsylvania, without regard to conflict of law principles.

Any legal action or proceeding arising from these Terms or your use of the website shall be brought exclusively in the federal or state courts located in Philadelphia County, Pennsylvania. You consent to the personal jurisdiction of these courts.

17. Dispute Resolution

In the event of any dispute, controversy, or claim arising from these Terms or your use of the website, both parties agree to first attempt to resolve the dispute through good-faith negotiation.

If the dispute cannot be resolved through negotiation within 30 days, the parties may pursue other legal remedies available under law.

18. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect. The invalid provision shall be modified to the minimum extent necessary to make it valid and enforceable.

19. Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy and Disclaimer, constitute the entire agreement between you and ErectorSetCo.com regarding use of the website and supersede all prior agreements and understandings.

20. Contact Information

If you have questions about these Terms and Conditions, please contact us:

Email: support@erectorsetco.com
Address: 4324 Tackawanna St, Philadelphia, PA 19124