Terms and Conditions

1. Scope of the Platform

Stronghold is a distribution platform and label dedicated to underground metal, offering limited-edition CDs, vinyls, cassettes, t-shirts, patches, and other merchandise. Integrated with Web3 and blockchain technology, Stronghold enables purchases using cryptocurrencies (e.g., Bitcoin, Ethereum) and offers exclusive NFT collectibles tied to releases. The platform supports the underground metal community by directly empowering artists and delivering relics to the global horde.

2. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using Stronghold, you agree to these Terms and represent that you:

• Possess a valid Web3 wallet for cryptocurrency transactions and NFT interactions.
• Will comply with all applicable laws, regulations, and these Terms.
• Acknowledge that blockchain transactions may incur gas fees, payable to the blockchain network and not to Stronghold.
• Are solely responsible for securing your Web3 wallet, private keys, and any associated accounts.
• Understand that purchases and NFT minting are subject to stock availability and blockchain network conditions.

3. Purchases and Payments

Stronghold offers physical and digital products for purchase, including CDs, vinyls, cassettes, merchandise, and NFT collectibles. All transactions are subject to the following:

• Payment Methods: Payments may be made in cryptocurrencies (e.g., Bitcoin, Ethereum) or other supported methods. Prices are displayed in USD, EUR, PLN, and equivalent cryptocurrency values based on real-time exchange rates.
• Order Fulfillment: Physical products are shipped globally, subject to availability. Shipping costs and delivery times vary by region and are detailed at checkout.
• Refunds and Returns: Due to the limited nature of products, all sales are final unless the item is defective or incorrect. Contact [email TBD] within 14 days of receipt for return instructions.
• Cryptocurrency Risks: Cryptocurrency transactions are irreversible. Stronghold is not liable for losses due to wallet errors, network failures, or price volatility.

4. NFT Collectibles

Stronghold offers exclusive NFT collectibles (e.g., digital artwork, music snippets, virtual concert passes) minted on the blockchain. By minting or purchasing NFTs, you agree to the following:

• Ownership and Use: NFTs confer ownership of a unique digital asset but do not grant intellectual property rights to the associated band or artwork unless explicitly stated.
• Minting Fees: Minting or transferring NFTs may incur gas fees, payable to the blockchain network.
• Non-Commercial Use: NFTs are intended for personal collection and may not be used for commercial purposes without permission from the rights holders.
• Permanence: Blockchain records are immutable. NFTs and associated metadata may persist on the blockchain beyond Stronghold’s control.

5. User Conduct

Users must adhere to the following rules when using Stronghold:

• Refrain from engaging in illegal, fraudulent, or malicious activities.
• Respect the intellectual property rights of bands, artists, and other rights holders.
• Avoid submitting content (e.g., reviews, comments) that is defamatory, offensive, or violates the platform’s ethos.
• Acknowledge that any user-generated content (e.g., reviews) grants Stronghold a non-exclusive, royalty-free license to display within the platform.

Stronghold reserves the right to suspend or terminate access for users who violate these Terms or engage in conduct that harms the platform or its community.

7. Limitation of Liability

• Stronghold provides the platform and its services “as is,” without warranties of any kind, express or implied, including but not limited to availability, functionality, or fitness for a particular purpose.
• We are not liable for any damages, losses, or disputes arising from your use of the platform, including those related to purchases, NFT minting, blockchain transactions, or third-party actions.
• The blockchain operates independently of Stronghold. We are not responsible for network failures, gas fee fluctuations, or other blockchain-related issues.
• Stronghold is not liable for delays, damages, or losses during shipping, except in cases of defective or incorrect items.

8. Intellectual Property

• All platform content, including product images and descriptions, is owned by Stronghold or its licensors and is protected by intellectual property laws.
• Users grant Stronghold a non-exclusive, royalty-free license to display user-generated content (e.g., reviews, comments) within the platform.
• NFTs and associated digital assets do not confer ownership of a band’s intellectual property unless explicitly authorized by the rights holders.
• Users must ensure their actions do not infringe upon third-party intellectual property rights. Stronghold is not liable for any infringement claims arising from user conduct.

9. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution

These Terms are governed by the laws of Poland. Any disputes arising from or related to these Terms or your use of the platform shall be resolved in the courts of Poland. If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.

10. Contact and Amendments

• For inquiries, support, or concerns, contact us at [email TBD].
• Stronghold may update these Terms at its discretion. Changes will be effective upon posting to the platform. Continued use constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.