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Terms & Conditions

Terms and Conditions

Last Updated: January 2026

About These Terms

These Terms and Conditions ("Terms") govern your use of the Terrain website (yourterrain.co) and purchase of our digital guides. By using our website or purchasing our products, you agree to these Terms.

Operated by: Ralph Tait (sole trader)
Address: 66 High Street, Leigh on Sea, SS9 2EP
Contact: ralph@yourterrain.co

What We Offer

Terrain provides digital guides designed to help families make strategic A-Level subject choices. Our guides include:

  • The Parent Guide (Age 15 A-Level Strategy)

  • The Teen Guide (Age 15 A-Level Strategy)

  • Complete Bundle (both guides together)

  • Free Territory Assessment Worksheet

All products are digital downloads delivered via email immediately after purchase.

Purchasing and Payment

Prices

All prices are listed in British Pounds (£) and include UK VAT where applicable. Prices may change, but you'll always pay the price displayed at the time of purchase.

Payment

We accept payment via credit card, debit card, and other methods supported by our payment processor (Stripe). Payment is processed securely and we do not store your card details.

Order Confirmation

You'll receive an email confirmation immediately after purchase, including:

  • Order receipt

  • Download link(s) for your guide(s)

  • Access instructions

If you don't receive this email within 15 minutes, check your spam folder or contact ralph@yourterrain.co.

Delivery

Immediate Digital Delivery

All guides are delivered immediately after purchase via email. There is no physical product - everything is digital.

Technical Requirements

To access our guides, you need:

  • A device capable of opening PDF files

  • An email address to receive download links

  • Internet connection to download files

We are not responsible for:

  • Your device's inability to open PDF files

  • Email delivery issues caused by your email provider's spam filters

  • Internet connectivity problems

  • Lost download links (though we're happy to resend them - just contact us)

Download Access

Download links remain active for 30 days after purchase. We recommend downloading and saving the guides to your device immediately. If you lose your files, contact us and we'll provide new download links.

Your Right to Cancel and Refunds

14-Day Money-Back Guarantee

If you're not satisfied with your purchase, you can request a full refund within 14 days of purchase.

To request a refund:

  1. Email ralph@yourterrain.co within 14 days of purchase

  2. Include your order number and reason for refund (optional but helpful)

  3. We'll process your refund within 5 business days

Refunds are issued to the original payment method and may take 5-10 business days to appear in your account, depending on your bank.

After 14 Days

After 14 days, we cannot offer refunds as the guides are digital products that have been fully delivered.

Fair Use

We trust you to use this policy fairly. If we detect systematic abuse (e.g., repeatedly purchasing and refunding), we reserve the right to refuse future purchases.

License and Usage Rights

What You Can Do

When you purchase a guide, you receive a personal, non-transferable license that allows you to:

  • Download and save the guide to your personal devices

  • Read and use the guide for your own family's A-Level decision-making

  • Print one copy for personal use

  • Refer back to the guide as many times as you need

What You Cannot Do

You may not:

  • Share the guide with others (family, friends, other parents)

  • Upload the guide to file-sharing websites or social media

  • Make the guide available to the public in any way

  • Sell, rent, or distribute the guide

  • Copy substantial portions for distribution

  • Remove copyright notices or attribution

One Purchase = One Family

Each purchase is licensed for one household/family only. If other families want access, they need to purchase their own copy.

Sharing Quotes or Ideas

You're welcome to:

  • Discuss the Territory Method framework with others

  • Share your experience using the guide

  • Quote brief passages with attribution (e.g., "According to Terrain's guide...")

This helps spread the word while respecting our copyright.

Intellectual Property

Copyright

All content in our guides, website, and materials is protected by copyright and owned by Ralph Tait / Terrain.

This includes:

  • The Territory Method framework

  • All written content and explanations

  • Worksheets and assessment tools

  • Design and layout

  • Examples and case studies

Trademarks

"Terrain" and "The Territory Method" are trademarks of Ralph Tait. You may not use these marks without written permission.

Your Feedback

If you provide us with suggestions, feedback, or ideas, we may use them to improve our products without compensation or attribution. By sharing feedback, you grant us permission to use it freely.

Disclaimer and Limitations

Educational Guidance Only

Our guides provide educational guidance and frameworks for thinking about A-Level choices. They are not:

  • Professional career counselling or advice

  • Guaranteed to result in specific outcomes

  • A replacement for school guidance (though they can complement it)

  • Tailored to individual circumstances (they're general frameworks)

Your Responsibility

You are responsible for:

  • Making your own informed decisions about A-Level choices

  • Considering your teen's specific circumstances, abilities, and goals

  • Seeking professional advice if needed

  • Verifying information with schools and examination boards

No Guarantees

While we've put significant effort into creating high-quality, helpful guides, we cannot guarantee:

  • Specific outcomes or results

  • Admission to particular universities or courses

  • Success in exams or future career paths

Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Ralph Tait / Terrain is not liable for:

  • Any decisions made based on information in our guides

  • Indirect, consequential, or incidental damages

  • Lost opportunities or financial losses

  • Any amount exceeding the price you paid for the guide

This does not affect your statutory rights as a consumer.

Accuracy and Updates

Information Accuracy

We make every effort to ensure information in our guides is accurate and current. However:

  • Education systems and requirements change over time

  • We cannot guarantee all information remains current indefinitely

  • You should verify specific requirements with relevant institutions

Guide Updates

Digital guides are typically not updated after purchase. If we make significant revisions, we may offer updates to recent purchasers at our discretion, but this is not guaranteed.

Website Content

Website content may change without notice. Prices, product descriptions, and availability are subject to change.

Acceptable Use

Website Use

When using our website, you agree to:

  • Provide accurate information

  • Not attempt to gain unauthorized access

  • Not use automated systems to scrape content

  • Not engage in fraudulent activity

  • Not interfere with website operations

Prohibited Content

You may not use our website or services to:

  • Harass, abuse, or harm others

  • Distribute malware or malicious code

  • Violate any laws or regulations

  • Infringe on intellectual property rights

Privacy and Data

Your use of our website and purchase of products is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information.

Key points:

  • We collect minimal information (name, email, purchase history)

  • We never sell your data to third parties

  • You can request deletion of your data at any time

  • See our full Privacy Policy for details

Third-Party Services

Payment Processing

Payments are processed by Stripe. When you make a purchase, you also agree to Stripe's terms: https://stripe.com/legal

Email Delivery

Guides are delivered via Kit Commerce (ConvertKit). By purchasing, you agree to receive transactional emails related to your purchase.

External Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for their content, privacy practices, or terms of service.

Changes to These Terms

We may update these Terms from time to time to reflect:

  • Changes in our business practices

  • New legal requirements

  • Product updates or additions

How we'll notify you:

  • Update the "Last Updated" date at the top

  • For material changes, we'll email existing customers

  • Continued use of our website after changes means you accept the new terms

Previous purchases are governed by the Terms in effect at the time of purchase.

Governing Law and Disputes

UK Law Applies

These Terms are governed by the laws of England and Wales. Any disputes will be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of England and Wales.

Dispute Resolution

If you have a complaint or dispute:

  1. Contact us first: Email ralph@yourterrain.co - we'll try to resolve it quickly and fairly

  2. Alternative Dispute Resolution: If we can't resolve it, you can use the EU Online Dispute Resolution platform (if eligible): https://ec.europa.eu/consumers/odr

  3. Legal Action: As a last resort, disputes can be taken to court

Consumer Rights

Nothing in these Terms affects your statutory rights as a consumer under UK law, including:

  • The Consumer Rights Act 2015

  • The Consumer Contracts Regulations 2013

  • Your right to a refund for faulty digital content

Contact Us

If you have questions about these Terms and Conditions:

Email: ralph@yourterrain.co
Post: Ralph Tait, 66 High Street, Leigh on Sea, SS9 2EP

For refund requests or technical support: ralph@yourterrain.co
For general enquiries: ralph@yourterrain.co

Summary (Not Legally Binding)

Here's a plain-English summary of the key points:

You get: Immediate PDF download of the guide(s) you purchased
14-day refund: Full refund if you're not satisfied within 14 days
Personal use only: One purchase = one family (don't share the PDF)
Guidance not advice: We provide frameworks for thinking, not professional career counselling
Questions? Email ralph@yourterrain.co and we'll help

Terrain
Operated by Ralph Tait
66 High Street, Leigh on Sea, SS9 2EP
United Kingdom