Terms of Service — Layerkins

These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your use of layerkins.com and any services provided by Layerkins, a sole proprietorship based in Alabama ("Layerkins," "we," "us," or "our"). By placing an order or using our site, you agree to these Terms. If you don't agree, please don't use our services.

1. About us

Layerkins is a 3D print service operated as a sole proprietorship in Alabama. We print 3D models you provide (or that we help you find from public model libraries) using PLA and PETG filament, and ship the finished prints to you. We do not currently offer design services, resin printing, painting, priming, or sanding.

2. Orders and quotes

Quote requests are not binding orders. Pricing and timelines provided in a quote are valid for 14 days unless otherwise stated.
An order is confirmed when you approve the quote (which includes a print preview where applicable) and submit payment.
We reserve the right to refuse any order that conflicts with our policies or that we can't fulfill to a standard we're comfortable with.

3. Payment

Payment is required in full before production begins, unless we've explicitly agreed otherwise in writing.
All payments are processed through Stripe. We don't see or store credit card information.
Prices are in US dollars.

4. The models you provide

When you provide 3D files (STL, 3MF, OBJ, etc.) or link us to a model from a public library (MakerWorld, Printables, Thingiverse, or similar), you confirm that you own the rights to that model or have permission to have a physical copy printed for your own use. You grant us a license to use that model solely to fulfill your order.

If you ask us to help find a model that fits a description, we'll typically source it from a public model library. The terms of that library and the model's own license still apply to your physical copy — we'll point those out where they matter.

We won't print models that infringe on copyrights, trademarks, or other intellectual property rights of third parties, and we'll decline obvious commercial-IP rips intended for resale. We may also decline to print models that we consider obscene, hateful, or otherwise objectionable, at our sole discretion.

5. The nature of 3D-printed items

3D printing is a layer-by-layer process, and the results carry that signature:

Visible layer lines and minor surface variations are inherent to the process, not defects.
Colors may vary slightly from on-screen representations due to display calibration and material batches.
Each item is made to order; small variations between items are normal.

We'll always give you a realistic preview of what to expect before printing.

6. Production and shipping

See our Shipping Policy for details on production times, shipping methods, and delivery expectations.

7. Returns and refunds

See our Refund Policy.

8. Intellectual property

The Layerkins name and logo are our property. You may not use them for commercial purposes without written permission.

We do not design models. Any IP rights in the models you bring us — or that we help source from public libraries — remain with their respective creators. We may take and use photos or video of the finished prints we produce for our portfolio, social media, and marketing, unless you ask us not to in writing before printing.

9. Limitation of liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, Layerkins is not liable for indirect, incidental, or consequential damages arising from your use of our services or products. Our total liability for any claim related to an order is limited to the amount you paid for that order.

10. Governing law

These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of Alabama. Any disputes will be resolved in the state or federal courts located in Alabama.

11. Changes to these terms

We may update these Terms from time to time. The "Last updated" date at the top reflects the most recent change. Continued use of our services after a change means you accept the updated Terms.

12. Contact

Layerkins
Alabama
Email: hello@layerkins.com