Overview

These Terms & Conditions govern your use of this website and the purchase of goods from The Chess Set. By accessing this website or placing an order, you agree to these Terms.

About Us

The Chess Set is an Australian online site specialising in:

• The sale of chess books (including second-hand and antiquarian titles)
• The sale of selected chess equipment
• Chess history and archival material
• Chess variant resources.

The site is run by Joseph Tanti and is operated from Clare, South Australia, supplying customers domestically and internationally.

Product Descriptions

We aim to provide clear, accurate and honest descriptions of all items. Many books offered are second-hand or antiquarian. Condition reports may include established book-trade terminology (e.g. foxing, rubbed, bumped, toned). Where possible, we also explain such terms in plain English. If you require clarification before purchase, please contact us.

Pricing & Currency

All prices are listed in Australian Dollars (AUD) unless otherwise stated. Prices may change without notice. Shipping costs are calculated at checkout. We reserve the right to correct pricing errors.

Orders & Acceptance

When you place an order you will receive an automated confirmation email. This confirmation does not constitute acceptance of your order. A contract is formed when your order is dispatched.

We reserve the right to cancel or refuse orders in limited circumstances, including:

• The item is longer available
• A pricing or listing error
• Suspected fraudulent activity.

If payment has been taken in such cases, it will be refunded.

Payment

Payments are processed securely via WooCommerce and its authorised payment providers. We do not store full credit card details.

Shipping

Orders are dispatched from Australia. Estimated delivery times are indicative only. Delays caused by postal services, customs authorities or force majeure events are outside our control. International customers are responsible for any customs duties, import taxes or local charges.

Returns & Refunds

We may accept returns for change of mind at our discretion if:

• You contact us within 7 days of receipt
• The item is returned in the same condition
• You pay return shipping costs.

Australian Consumer Law

Nothing in these Terms excludes your rights under the Australian Consumer Law (ACL). Under the ACL, you are entitled to a repair, replacement or refund if goods:

• Have a major failure
• Are not of acceptable quality, or
• Do not match the description provided.

For second-hand or antiquarian books, normal age-related wear described in the listing does not constitute a fault.

Intellectual Property

All content on this website, including text, design, layout and original written material, is the property of The Chess Set unless otherwise credited. You may not reproduce or distribute content without permission.

Website Use

You agree not to:

• Use the site for unlawful purposes
• Attempt to gain unauthorised access to systems
• Interfere with site functionality.

We may suspend access where misuse is detected.

External Links

This site may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the content or privacy practices of external sites.

Limitation of Liability

To the extent permitted by law:

• We are not liable for indirect or consequential loss.
• Our liability is limited to the purchase price of the item supplied.

Nothing in these Terms limits your rights under the Australian Consumer Law.

Privacy

Your personal information is handled in accordance with our Contact page.

Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of Australia. Any disputes are subject to Australian jurisdiction.

Contact

If you have any questions about these Terms, please contact us via the site’s Privacy Policy or by email.