The Terms

Last Updated: February 27, 2025.

Welcome to Rustic Barn! These Terms and Conditions govern your use of our marketplace platform, where independent sellers list products for sale and buyers can purchase them. By using Rustic Barn, you agree to comply with these terms.

If you do not agree with any part of these Terms, please do not use our website.

Definitions

  • “Rustic Barn” – The online marketplace that connects buyers and sellers.
  • “User” or “You” – Any individual who creates an account as a buyer or seller.
  • “Seller” – A user who lists products for sale on the platform.
  • “Buyer” – A user who purchases products through the platform.
  • “Service Fee” – A 15% non-refundable fee applied to all purchases.
  • “Store Profile” – The seller’s profile where their store-specific policies are listed.

Terms of Use

Account Registration

  • Both buyers and sellers must create an account to use Rustic Barn.
  • Buyers must create an account at checkout if they do not already have one.
  • Sellers must create an account and submit their store and product listings for approval before selling.

Seller Responsibilities

Sellers must:

  • Provide accurate product descriptions, pricing, and images.
  • Set their own shipping, refund, return, and exchange policies, which are displayed on their Store Profile (linked on each product page).
  • Respond to customer inquiries in a timely manner.
  • Provide tracking information for all shipments.

Prohibited Items

The following items may not be sold on Rustic Barn:

  • Weapons, firearms, or explosives.
  • Alcohol, drugs, or controlled substances.
  • Adult content or sexually explicit material.
  • Any other items prohibited by law.

Payment Processing & Service Fees

  • Rustic Barn processes all payments on behalf of sellers.
  • A 15% non-refundable service fee is applied to all purchases.
  • Sellers receive their earnings after deductions for the service fee and any applicable transaction fees.

Dispute Resolution

  • Buyers must first contact the seller using Rustic Barn’s inquiry system for any issues.
  • If unresolved, buyers may escalate the issue to Rustic Barn for review.
  • Buyers agree not to initiate chargebacks without first attempting to resolve the issue through Rustic Barn.

Limitation of Liability

Rustic Barn is a marketplace that connects buyers and sellers but does not manufacture, store, or inspect any of the products sold on the platform. We do not guarantee the quality, legality, or safety of products listed by sellers. Rustic Barn is not responsible for any issues arising from transactions, including but not limited to product defects, delays in shipping, or misrepresentation by sellers. Our liability is limited to the amount of service fees collected for the affected transaction.

Intellectual Property Clause

Rustic Barn and its logo, website content, and branding elements are the property of Rustic Barn and may not be used without permission. By listing products on Rustic Barn, sellers grant us a non-exclusive, worldwide license to use their images, descriptions, and store name for marketing and promotional purposes.

User-Generated Content & Reviews Policy

Users may post reviews and other content on Rustic Barn, provided that such content is not unlawful, obscene, defamatory, abusive, or otherwise objectionable. Rustic Barn reserves the right to remove or edit user-generated content at its discretion. Users grant Rustic Barn a non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use, reproduce, and display any content they submit.

Seller Account Suspension & Termination Policy

Rustic Barn reserves the right to suspend or terminate any seller’s account without prior notice if they: (1) list prohibited items, (2) repeatedly fail to fulfill orders, (3) engage in fraudulent activity, or (4) violate any other terms outlined in this agreement. Sellers whose accounts are terminated for violations will forfeit any outstanding earnings.

Buyer Responsibilities & Chargeback Prevention

Buyers are responsible for reviewing seller policies before purchasing. Chargebacks filed without first attempting to resolve the issue through Rustic Barn may result in account suspension. If a chargeback is found to be fraudulent or in bad faith, Rustic Barn reserves the right to seek reimbursement from the buyer.

Indemnification Clause

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Rustic Barn, its officers, employees, and affiliates from any claims, losses, liabilities, damages, or expenses (including legal fees) arising from your use of the platform, including but not limited to: (1) any product sold or purchased through Rustic Barn, (2) your violation of these Terms, or (3) any infringement of third-party rights.

Refund Policy

  • By default, all sales are final unless otherwise stated on the sellers store profile. Rustic Barn does not guarantee the condition of any products sold on the platform, as sellers are responsible for their own listings. Buyers should review the seller’s store profile, linked on each product page, for individual refund policies.

  • The 15% Platform Service Fee is non-refundable under all circumstances.

  • Refunds are only granted in the following cases:

    • The item never arrives.
    • The seller fails to ship within their stated timeframe.
    • The product received is significantly different from the listing (e.g., wrong item, undisclosed major defects).
  • If we issue you a refund for one of the reasons mentioned above, we will issue a refund of the products face value paid (or, for a discounted product, then instead the discounted product price paid), less service and processing fees. In no event will the Platform Service Fee, or any other fee amounts be refunded. 

  • Sellers may set their own refund policies in addition to Rustic Barn’s terms. Buyers must review the seller’s policies before making a purchase. If a seller’s policy allows for refunds beyond Rustic Barn’s terms, those policies will apply.

  • Refunds are issued by Rustic Barn but must be approved by the seller in most cases. If a seller does not respond to a refund request within a reasonable timeframe, Rustic Barn may determine eligibility based on available evidence.

  • If a refund is approved, it will be processed through the original payment method.

  • No Refunds will be processed after 30 days of the transaction processing date.

  • Chargeback Prevention: Buyers agree to first attempt to resolve disputes with the seller via Rustic Barn’s inquiry system. If a resolution cannot be reached, buyers may escalate the issue to Rustic Barn. Chargebacks filed without following this process may result in account suspension.

Cancellation, Return, and Exchange Policy

  • By default, once an order has been placed it cannot be cancelled, returned, or exchanged. 
  • Sellers may set their own cancellation, return, and exchange policies, which can be found on their store profile linked on each product page.
  • Buyers must check the seller’s policy before making a purchase.
  • If a seller allows cancellations, they must be requested before the order is shipped.
  • Exchanges and returns are handled according to the seller’s policy.
  • If the seller does not respond to a return or exchange request, buyers may contact Rustic Barn for assistance.

Shipping Policy

  • Sellers are responsible for shipping their products and setting their own shipping policies.
  • Each seller’s store profile, linked on every product page, provides details on their shipping terms, including delivery times.
  • Sellers must provide tracking numbers for all shipments.
  • Rustic Barn currently operates only in the United States.

Order Fulfillment & Late Shipment Policy

Sellers must ship orders within the timeframe specified in their store policies. Failure to ship on time may result in penalties, including order cancellation by Rustic Barn, refunds issued to buyers, or account suspension. If an order is delayed, sellers must inform buyers and provide an updated shipping estimate.

Privacy Policy

Information We Collect

We may collect the following information from users:

  • Name, email, and billing and shipping addresses.
  • Payment details including saved payment information.
  • Account and order history.
  • User generated data such as review and messages posted on our platform.

How We Use Your Information

  • To process and fulfill orders.
  • To communicate with you about your account or transactions.
  • To improve our services and provide customer support.
  • To send marketing emails (users may opt out at any time).

Data Sharing

We only share user data with third-party services necessary to:

  • Process payments.
  • Provide analytics and improve the platform.
  • Deliver marketing communications (if opted in).

User Rights

  • Users can update or delete their account information at any time.
  • Users can opt out of marketing emails by following the unsubscribe link in any email.

Account Deletion & Data Retention Policy

Users may request account deletion at any time by contacting Rustic Barn support. Some information, such as transaction history, may be retained for legal and record-keeping purposes, even after account deletion. Personal data will be stored only as long as necessary to fulfill business and legal obligations.

Legal

Governing Law & Jurisdiction Clause

These Terms shall be governed by and interpreted in accordance with the laws of the United States and the state of New Mexico. Any disputes arising from these Terms shall be resolved in the courts of New Mexico.

Force Majeure

Rustic Barn shall not be held liable for any failure or delay in performance due to circumstances beyond our reasonable control, including but not limited to natural disasters, government actions, internet failures, cyberattacks, pandemics, or supplier disruptions.

Our Rights to Alter, Update, or Change the Terms

Rustic Barn reserves the right to update these Terms and Conditions at any time. Continued use of the platform after updates are made constitutes acceptance of the revised terms. Users are encouraged to review this page periodically to stay informed of any changes. If you have any questions, contact support@rusticbarnco.com.