Welcome to ShrinkBelly.co.za! These Terms and Conditions govern your use of our website, products, services, and membership offerings. By accessing or using any part of our website or purchasing our products or services, you agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions. Please read them carefully before proceeding.

 

1. General Terms:

a. By accessing our website or purchasing our products or services, you affirm that you are at least 18 years old or have the consent of a parent or guardian. b. You agree to provide accurate and complete information when purchasing our products or services. c. ShrinkBelly reserves the right to modify or terminate any part of the website, products, or services at any time without prior notice.

2. Products and Services:

a. Meal Plans and Workout Plans: Our meal plans and workout plans are designed for informational purposes only and should not replace professional medical advice. Consult with a healthcare provider before starting any new diet or exercise program. b. Fitness Course: Our fitness course provides educational content and guidance for achieving fitness goals. Completion of the course does not guarantee specific results. c. Membership: Membership grants access to exclusive content and features on our website. Membership fees are non-refundable unless otherwise stated.

• Downloadable Nutrition, Diet, and Fitness Guides : By purchasing, downloading, or accessing any of our nutrition, diet, or fitness guides (the “Guides”), you agree to the following terms and conditions. These terms are designed to protect both parties and to ensure the proper and lawful use of the information provided.

• Personal Use Only: All downloadable content, including nutrition, diet, and fitness guides, is provided solely for personal, non-commercial use. You agree not to distribute, share, modify, sell, or otherwise make the Guides available to any third party without our explicit written consent. Unauthorized use, copying, or distribution of our materials is strictly prohibited and may result in legal action.

• Refunds & Returns: Due to the digital nature of our programs and guides, all purchases are final. No refunds or returns will be provided once they have been downloaded or accessed, except in cases where the guide or material was found to be defective or incomplete at the time of download or access. In such instances, you may contact us within 7 days of purchase to request a corrected version.

• Intellectual Property Rights: All content within our Guides, including text, graphics, images, and logos, is the intellectual property of our company or its licensors and is protected by copyright, trademark, and other applicable intellectual property laws. You agree not to reproduce, distribute, modify, or create derivative works of our Guides without our prior written consent.

• Consult Your Healthcare Provider: Before beginning any new diet, nutrition plan, or fitness routine outlined in our Guides, you agree to consult with your healthcare provider to determine whether it is appropriate for your individual health needs and circumstances. By using our Guides, you acknowledge that you have consulted with your healthcare provider and have obtained any necessary medical clearance.
• No Guarantees of Results: Results from using our Guides vary from person to person based on individual health conditions, compliance, lifestyle factors, and other variables beyond our control. We make no representations, warranties, or guarantees, either express or implied, regarding the effectiveness, accuracy, or suitability of any of the nutrition, diet, or fitness plans. You acknowledge that we do not guarantee specific outcomes or health improvements from the use of our Guides.

• Limitation of Liability: To the fullest extent permitted by law, we disclaim any liability for any injury, loss, or damage (including indirect, incidental, or consequential damages) arising from the use of or reliance on the information provided in our Guides. This includes but is not limited to claims based on errors, omissions, or inaccuracies in the content, as well as claims arising from any adverse health effects or injuries you may experience during or after following the Guides.

  In no event will our total liability for any claim exceed the amount paid by you for the specific Guide. You agree that your use of the Guides is at your sole risk and that you assume full responsibility for any consequences arising from their use.

• No Warranty: The Guides are provided on an “as is” basis, without warranties of any kind, either express or implied, including but not limited to fitness for a particular purpose, merchantability, or non-infringement. We make no warranty that the Guides will meet your specific requirements, or that any errors or inaccuracies in the content will be corrected.

• Indemnification: You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold us harmless from and against any and all claims, liabilities, damages, losses, or expenses (including reasonable legal fees) arising out of or in connection with your use of the Guides, your violation of these terms, or your infringement of any intellectual property or other rights of any third party.

• No Modification or Alteration of Content: You agree not to modify, alter, edit, or create derivative works of any of the Guides, nor to use any part of the Guides in combination with other materials or in any manner that could misrepresent the original content, its authors, or the intended usage.

• Diabetes Awareness Program: By accessing, participating in, or using any content, materials, or resources from our Diabetes Awareness Program (“Program”), you agree to the following terms, which are designed to protect the integrity of our program, prevent unauthorized redistribution, and safeguard intellectual property. Not limited to:

• No Unauthorized Distribution: You agree not to copy, share, distribute, reproduce, or publish any part of the Program or its Content, whether digitally or in print, without prior written consent from ShrinkBelly. Unauthorized redistribution or sharing of Program materials, including through social media, third-party websites, or email, is strictly prohibited and may result in legal action.

• No Derivative Works or Modifications: You agree not to alter, modify, create derivative works, or reverse engineer any part of the Program or its Content. This includes but is not limited to creating your own versions of the materials, guides, or resources provided through the Program.

• Confidentiality & Idea Protection: All strategies, ideas, and materials shared as part of the Program are proprietary and confidential. You agree not to use, replicate, or adapt any concepts, methodologies, or strategies provided through the Program for personal gain, commercial purposes, or use within any other program or initiative without ShrinkBelly’s explicit written consent.

• Personal Use Only: All Program content is provided for your personal, non-commercial use only. You may not sell, license, or otherwise exploit any part of the Program or its Content for commercial purposes.

• No Claim to Content Ownership: Participation in the Program does not grant you any right, title, or interest in the Content or materials provided. You agree not to claim ownership or authorship of any part of the Program, its Content, or associated materials.

• Legal Remedies for Violations: ShrinkBelly reserves the right to pursue legal action, including but not limited to claims for damages and injunctions, against any individual or organization that violates these terms by attempting to steal, redistribute, or commercially exploit Program materials or ideas.

3. Intellectual Property:

a. All content provided on the ShrinkBelly website, including text, images, videos, and logos, is the property of ShrinkBelly and is protected by copyright laws. b. You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, or republish any content from our website without prior written consent. 

4. Privacy Policy:

a. Your privacy is important to us. Please review our Privacy Policy to understand how we collect, use, and disclose your personal information.

5. Payments and Refunds:

a. Payments for products, services, and membership fees are processed securely through our website. Prices are subject to change without notice. b. Refunds may be issued at the discretion of ShrinkBelly. Please refer to our Refund Policy for more information.

6. Shipping & Print On Demand Terms: 

• By placing an order through our website, you agree to the following terms and conditions governing our print-on-demand services, which are fulfilled by third-party suppliers. These terms are designed to protect both parties and ensure clarity regarding our production and fulfillment process. Please refer to our Shipping Terms

7. Limitation of Liability:

a. ShrinkBelly is not liable for any damages or losses resulting from the use of our website, products, or services. b. In no event shall ShrinkBelly be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages arising out of or in any way connected with the use of our website, products, or services.

8. Refunds

• At Shrinkbelly, we are committed to providing high-quality courses, meal plans, workout programs, and memberships to help you achieve your health and fitness goals. Due to the nature of our digital products and services, we do not offer refunds.

9. Policy Details:

• No Refunds: All sales of courses, meal plans, workout programs, and memberships are final. We do not offer refunds or exchanges for any of our products or services.
• Quality Assurance: We strive to deliver top-notch content and support. If you encounter any issues or have questions about our products, please contact our customer support team. We are here to assist you and ensure you get the most out of your purchase.
• Customer Support: If you have any concerns or need assistance with your purchase, please reach out to us at support@shrinkbelly.co.za. Our team is dedicated to helping you succeed and will respond promptly to address your needs.
• Product Access: Upon purchase, you will receive immediate access to your digital products. Please ensure you download and save all materials promptly, as access may be time-limited based on your membership or program terms.
• By purchasing any of our products or services, you acknowledge and agree to this refund policy.

10. Affiliate Terms:

By signing up for the Shrink Belly Affiliate Program (the “Program”), you accept electronically (for instance, by clicking “I agree”) the following terms and conditions (the “Terms”). Please make sure to review the entire document carefully before signing up. This is a legally binding Agreement between Shrink Belly (“Shrink Belly” “we”, “our”, or “us”) and you (the “Affiliate”, “you”, or “your”).

Violation of these Terms may result in, among other things, suspension or termination of your rights as an Affiliate.

11. Overview

• As a Shrink Belly affiliate, you essentially join our sales team. For each referred customer that makes a purchase, you earn a commission. The more referrals, the higher your earning potential. This Agreement governs the relationship, requirements, commissions, intellectual property, limitations of liability, and other binding terms between Shrink Belly and Affiliates in the Program.

12. Registration

• You must provide your legal full name, a working email address, and any other requested information while signing up for the Program. You must be 18 years of age or older to join this Program.

13. Approval or Rejection of Applications

• We reserve the right to approve or reject ANY Affiliate Program Application within our sole discretion. You will not have any legal recourse against us for the rejection of your Affiliate Program Application.

14. Term of the Agreement

• The Terms of this Agreement will be applied upon your acceptance into the Program and will end when your Affiliate account is terminated.
• We reserve the right to update and change the Terms at any time. Any future amendments made to the Program will be subject to these Terms. Your continued participation in the Program shall count as your consent to these changes.

15. Sales Commissions

• Customers must click your unique referral link to sign up and make a purchase within our cookie window (currently 30 days) to qualify you for a commission.
• You’ll receive a 30% commission on the revenue from referred customers’ first purchase and commissions will be paid once a month.

Important Notes:

• You cannot refer yourself or earn commissions on your own accounts.
• Commissions are limited to one per referred customer (even for multiple purchases).
• Payments are for completed transactions with the full amount. Refunds or chargebacks will not be paid out.
• Please refer to the Program dashboard for the latest commission structure and details.

16. Affiliate Links and Promotions

• Shrink Belly provides unique affiliate links and promotional materials for your use. You must use only approved materials and adhere to the following guidelines:
• Clear and accurate representation of Shrink Belly products and services.
• Transparency about your affiliate relationship.
• Compliance with applicable state laws and guidelines regarding endorsements.
• No misleading or deceptive advertising practices.
• No spamming or unsolicited emails.
• No advertising on sites containing illegal or harmful activities.
• The use of affiliate referral links in paid advertising campaigns is strictly forbidden.

17. Terms of Affiliate Coupons Usage

• Shrink Belly occasionally provides coupons to select affiliates and newsletter subscribers. Unless pre-approved or assigned a branded coupon, affiliates are prohibited from promoting unauthorized coupons. Below are the terms that apply for any affiliate who is considering the promotion of our products in relation to a deal or coupon: 
• Affiliate Coupon Usage: Affiliates can only use authorized coupon codes provided by Shrink Belly. Creating or distributing unauthorized codes is prohibited.
• Sharing Approved Codes: Approved codes can be shared through approved channels like websites and promotional materials.
• Accurate Representation: Discounts and offers must be accurately represented. Misleading claims are prohibited.
• No Manipulation: Activities like fraudulent sales or inflating sales figures are not allowed.
• Coupon Updates: Every 60 days, affiliates must update their dedicated coupon code by contacting the Shrink Belly Sales Team.
• Shrink Belly Monitoring: Shrink Belly monitors affiliate code usage for compliance. Violations may lead to suspension or termination.
• Deal/Coupon Site Restrictions: Only pre-approved affiliates can promote branded Shrink Belly coupons. Unaffiliated promotion of deals or coupons is not allowed.
• Promotion Methods: Approved promotion methods include:

• • Banner ads and text links
  • Content marketing (blog posts, reviews)
  • Paid search campaigns (approval required)
  • Social media marketing

Authorized Deal/Coupon Promotion: When promoting authorized deals or coupons, affiliates must:

• Use accurate text aligned with the specific deal.
• Not bid on unauthorized Shrink Belly coupon keywords.
• Disclose deals transparently and activate cookies with user consent.

18. Prohibited Practices:

• Implying unauthorized coupons are available.
• Enabling cookies before users see coupon details.
• Using pop-ups/iframes, etc., to set cookies without consent.
• Using misleading phrases like “Click for Deal” when no deals exist.
• Coupon site affiliation is not accepted.

19. Termination

• The Affiliate’s application and Program status may be suspended or terminated for various reasons, including but not limited to:
• Inappropriate advertisements.
• Spamming or engaging in illegal activities.
• Failure to disclose the affiliate relationship for endorsed promotions.
• Violation of intellectual property rights.
• Offering rebates or kick-backs from affiliate commissions.
• Self-referrals, fraudulent transactions, or suspected affiliate fraud.
• Shrink Belly reserves the right to terminate any Affiliate account for violations of this Agreement.

20. Limitation of Liability

• Shrink Belly has no liability for indirect financial losses, makes no warranties about products/services, and does not guarantee flawless websites or affiliate programs.

21. Intellectual Property Rights

• Shrink Belly owns all intellectual property rights to its products, services, and program materials. Affiliates may not utilize Shrink Belly’s trademarks or intellectual property without express written consent.

22. Pay Per Click (PPC) Policy

• PPC bidding requires Shrink Belly’s prior written approval.

23. Indemnification

• The Affiliate shall indemnify and hold harmless Shrink Belly and its affiliates, subsidiaries, officers, directors, employees, licensees, successors, and assigns from all liabilities, damages, fines, judgments, claims, costs, losses, and expenses (including reasonable legal fees and costs) incurred by Shrink Belly due to claims sustained in connection with this Agreement because of any negligence, misrepresentation, failure to disclose, or intentional misconduct on the Affiliate’s part. You agree not to threaten physically or emotionally or sue for any purpose if you are dissatisfied with our program.

24. Diabetes Pledge Form Submission Terms

• By submitting this form, you acknowledge that your participation in the ShrinkBelly Diabetes Awareness & Weight Control Program is voluntary. ShrinkBelly reserves the right to review and approve all collaboration requests based on your suitability and alignment with the program’s objectives.
• The information you provide in this form will be used solely for coordinating ShrinkBelly’s diabetes awareness initiatives and will not be shared with third parties without your consent, except where required by law or necessary for the program’s execution.
• Participation in this collaboration does not create any legal partnership, joint venture, or employment relationship between you (or your organization) and ShrinkBelly. Any financial contributions, resources, or in-kind support provided are given voluntarily and do not imply financial liability or obligation on the part of ShrinkBelly unless otherwise agreed upon in writing.
• ShrinkBelly is not responsible for any adverse outcomes, health issues, or other consequences arising from participation in workshops, screenings, or events associated with this program. Participants are encouraged to consult their healthcare providers before engaging in any health-related activities.
• By submitting this form, you agree to collaborate in good faith and to the best of your ability, recognizing that the success of this initiative relies on collective effort and community involvement. ShrinkBelly reserves the right to modify or terminate the collaboration at any time, at its discretion.

25. Electronic Signatures Effective

• The Agreement is an electronic contract that sets out the legally binding terms of your participation in the Shrink Belly affiliate program. You indicate your acceptance of this Agreement and all of the terms and conditions contained or referenced in this Agreement by completing the Shrink Belly application process. This action creates an electronic signature that has the same legal force and effect as a handwritten signature.

• By signing up for the Program, you indicate your acceptance of this Agreement and its terms and conditions. We reserve the right to modify this Agreement at any time.

26. Term of the Agreement

• This Agreement is effective upon your acceptance and continues until terminated. Shrink Belly may terminate your account at any time for any violation of these terms or other reasons deemed necessary. You may also terminate your participation by providing written notice to Shrink Belly.

27. Governing Law:

• These terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the jurisdiction in which our business operates. You agree to submit to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts in that jurisdiction for any legal actions or disputes related to the use of our Website.
• These Terms and Conditions shall be also governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of South Africa, without regard to its conflict of law provisions and upon further justice we might consider international laws where our business is understood.

28. Contact Us:

• If you have any questions or concerns about these Terms and Conditions, please contact us at [support@shrinkbelly.co.za/bellyshrink81@gmail.com].

By using our website, purchasing our products or services, or becoming a member, you agree to abide by these Terms and Conditions. ShrinkBelly reserves the right to update or revise these Terms and Conditions at any time without prior notice. Please check this page periodically for any changes.