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Terms & Conditions

West Proof Bread
Effective Date: May 7, 2026

PLEASE READ THESE TERMS AND CONDITIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE USING THIS WEBSITE, PLACING AN ORDER, ACCESSING SERVICES, SUBSCRIBING TO MEMBERSHIPS, OR INTERACTING WITH WEST PROOF BREAD.

These Terms and Conditions (“Terms”) constitute a legally binding agreement between you (“Customer,” “User,” “you,” or “your”) and West Proof Bread (“West Proof Bread,” “Company,” “we,” “our,” or “us”).

By accessing this website, placing an order, subscribing to communications, joining memberships, interacting through social media, or purchasing any products or services from West Proof Bread, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to be bound by these Terms.

If you do not agree to these Terms, you must immediately discontinue use of the website and services.

1. Business Information

West Proof Bread is an Arizona-based cottage food bakery operating as a sole proprietorship under applicable Arizona Cottage Food laws and regulations.

Business Location:
Chandler, Arizona, USA

Instagram:
@westproofbread

Email:
westproofbread@outlook.com

2. Eligibility

By using this website or purchasing products, you represent and warrant that:

  • you are at least 18 years of age or have legal parental/guardian consent

  • you are legally capable of entering binding agreements

  • all information submitted is truthful and accurate

West Proof Bread reserves the right to refuse service, terminate accounts, or cancel orders if false or misleading information is provided.

3. Acceptance of Terms

Use of the West Proof Bread website, services, products, memberships, social media platforms, preorder systems, or communications constitutes full acceptance of these Terms, including all policies referenced herein.

These Terms apply to:

  • website visitors

  • customers

  • subscribers

  • membership participants

  • social media users

  • wholesale inquiries

  • event customers

  • custom order clients

4. Cottage Food Disclosure

West Proof Bread operates under Arizona Cottage Food laws.

Products are prepared in a private home kitchen that is not subject to routine public health inspections.

By purchasing products, customers acknowledge and accept:

  • products are homemade

  • products are not produced in a commercial kitchen

  • cross-contact between allergens may occur

  • artisan products naturally vary in appearance and texture

Customers purchase and consume products voluntarily and at their own discretion and risk.

5. Product Availability and Limited Production

West Proof Bread operates as a small-batch artisan bakery with limited weekly production capacity.

All products are subject to:

  • availability

  • preorder limitations

  • ingredient access

  • seasonal availability

  • production capacity

We reserve the right to:

  • limit quantities

  • discontinue products

  • modify menus

  • substitute ingredients where necessary

  • refuse large-volume purchases

without prior notice.

No product availability is guaranteed.

6. Artisan Product Variability

Because products are handcrafted artisan baked goods, customers acknowledge and accept that products may naturally vary in:

  • shape

  • crust color

  • scoring patterns

  • crumb structure

  • fermentation level

  • texture

  • appearance

  • ingredient distribution

  • size and weight tolerances

Such variations are not considered defects and do not qualify for refunds.

7. Ordering Methods

Orders may be placed through:

  • the West Proof Bread website

  • Wix checkout systems

  • Instagram direct messages

  • text communications

  • Square invoices

  • approved third-party platforms

  • in-person transactions

West Proof Bread reserves the right to reject, cancel, or refuse any order at its sole discretion.

8. Preorder System

West Proof Bread primarily operates using a preorder-based production model.

Typical preorder timeline:

  • orders open Sunday

  • preorders close Wednesday evening

  • production occurs Thursday and Friday

  • pickups occur Friday between 4:00 PM and 7:00 PM

Production scheduling, ingredient purchasing, fermentation timelines, and inventory allocation are based directly upon preorder commitments.

9. Payments

Most orders require prepayment at the time of reservation.

Accepted payment methods may include:

  • Wix Payments

  • Stripe

  • Square

  • Venmo

  • PayPal

  • cash (limited situations)

  • approved electronic payment systems

Customers authorize West Proof Bread to process payments submitted through approved payment methods.

West Proof Bread reserves the right to:

  • require prepayment

  • refuse partial payments

  • decline transactions

  • cancel unpaid orders

10. Subscription and Membership Services

West Proof Bread may offer recurring subscription services, bread memberships, or preorder memberships.

By enrolling in a subscription:

  • customers authorize recurring billing

  • memberships may automatically renew

  • billing may occur monthly unless canceled

  • pricing and availability may change

Subscription cancellation terms:

  • customers must cancel before the next billing cycle

  • previously processed charges are generally non-refundable

  • missed pickups may not qualify for refunds

West Proof Bread reserves the right to:

  • modify membership benefits

  • pause subscription programs

  • terminate memberships

  • change pricing structures

at any time.

11. Pickup Policy

All products are currently PICKUP ONLY unless otherwise stated.

Pickup windows are communicated at the time of ordering.

Customers are solely responsible for:

  • arriving during designated pickup times

  • monitoring communications

  • collecting orders promptly

Orders not picked up during the designated timeframe may:

  • lose freshness

  • be forfeited

  • be donated

  • be discarded

  • become ineligible for refunds

West Proof Bread is not responsible for missed pickups.

12. Shipping and Delivery Disclaimer

West Proof Bread may expand into local delivery or shipping services in the future.

If shipping or delivery services become available:

  • transit times are estimates only

  • product freshness may vary

  • carrier delays are outside our control

  • customers assume risks associated with shipping baked goods

West Proof Bread shall not be liable for:

  • carrier delays

  • weather disruptions

  • damaged packages after shipment

  • incorrect customer addresses

  • failed delivery attempts

13. Refunds and Cancellations

Refunds, cancellations, exchanges, and store credit are governed by the official West Proof Bread Refund Policy, incorporated into these Terms by reference.

All sales are generally final due to the handmade and perishable nature of products.

14. Allergy Disclaimer

Products may contain or come into contact with:

  • wheat

  • gluten

  • dairy

  • eggs

  • soy

  • sesame

  • nuts

  • peanuts

  • fruits

  • chocolate

  • spices

  • additional allergens

West Proof Bread does not guarantee allergen-free products or facilities.

Customers with allergies or dietary restrictions consume products entirely at their own risk.

15. No Medical or Nutritional Advice

All website content, product descriptions, social media posts, marketing materials, or communications are for informational purposes only.

Nothing provided by West Proof Bread constitutes:

  • medical advice

  • nutritional counseling

  • dietary treatment

  • healthcare recommendations

Customers should consult qualified professionals regarding medical or dietary concerns.

16. Intellectual Property Rights

All West Proof Bread content is protected by intellectual property laws, including:

  • logos

  • branding

  • photographs

  • labels

  • packaging

  • website content

  • recipes

  • graphics

  • menus

  • videos

  • written materials

  • marketing assets

No content may be copied, reproduced, distributed, modified, or used without prior written consent.

Unauthorized use may result in legal action.

17. User-Generated Content and Media Release

By:

  • tagging West Proof Bread

  • submitting reviews

  • sending photographs

  • posting social media content involving our products

  • interacting publicly with the brand

customers grant West Proof Bread a non-exclusive, royalty-free, perpetual license to repost, share, display, reproduce, or use such content for marketing and promotional purposes.

Customers represent they own or control rights to submitted content.

West Proof Bread reserves the right to remove or refuse content at its discretion.

18. Customer Conduct

Users agree not to:

  • harass or threaten staff

  • submit fraudulent claims

  • abuse refund systems

  • misuse the website

  • interfere with operations

  • engage in unlawful conduct

  • impersonate others

  • post defamatory content

West Proof Bread reserves the right to:

  • refuse service

  • terminate accounts

  • cancel memberships

  • deny future purchases

for any lawful reason.

19. Force Majeure

West Proof Bread shall not be liable for delays, interruptions, cancellations, or inability to perform resulting from circumstances beyond reasonable control including:

  • power outages

  • illness

  • equipment failure

  • ingredient shortages

  • transportation disruptions

  • natural disasters

  • weather events

  • internet outages

  • labor shortages

  • governmental actions

  • emergencies

West Proof Bread reserves the right to modify fulfillment schedules accordingly.

20. Website Disclaimer

The website and services are provided “AS IS” and “AS AVAILABLE.”

West Proof Bread makes no guarantees regarding:

  • uninterrupted website access

  • error-free functionality

  • availability

  • data accuracy

  • compatibility

  • security

Use of the website occurs entirely at the user’s own risk.

21. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, West Proof Bread and its owner shall not be liable for:

  • indirect damages

  • incidental damages

  • consequential damages

  • allergic reactions

  • product dissatisfaction

  • missed pickups

  • lost profits

  • emotional distress

  • website interruptions

  • third-party failures

  • subscription interruptions

  • delivery delays

  • data breaches

Total liability, if any, shall never exceed the amount paid by the customer for the applicable order.

22. Indemnification

Users agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless West Proof Bread and its owner from claims, damages, liabilities, expenses, or legal fees arising from:

  • misuse of products

  • policy violations

  • customer negligence

  • fraudulent conduct

  • customer disputes

  • improper storage or handling

  • violations of law

23. Arbitration Agreement

PLEASE READ THIS SECTION CAREFULLY.

By using this website or purchasing products, customers agree that any dispute, claim, or controversy arising from:

  • orders

  • memberships

  • products

  • services

  • website use

  • communications

  • policies

shall be resolved exclusively through BINDING INDIVIDUAL ARBITRATION in the State of Arizona.

Customers waive rights to:

  • jury trials

  • class actions

  • collective lawsuits

  • consolidated proceedings

Arbitration shall be conducted under applicable arbitration rules within Arizona.

Each party shall bear its own legal costs unless otherwise determined by the arbitrator.

24. Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed exclusively by the laws of the State of Arizona without regard to conflict of law principles.

25. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is determined invalid or unenforceable, remaining provisions shall remain fully enforceable.

26. Entire Agreement

These Terms constitute the complete agreement between customers and West Proof Bread regarding website use, products, and services.

These Terms incorporate:

  • Privacy Policy

  • Refund Policy

  • Cottage Food disclosures

  • Additional posted policies

27. Policy Changes

West Proof Bread reserves the right to modify these Terms at any time without prior notice.

Updated Terms become effective immediately upon posting.

Continued use of services constitutes acceptance of revised Terms.

28. Contact Information

West Proof Bread
Chandler, Arizona, USA
Instagram: @westproofbread
Email: westproofbread@outlook.com

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