Terms of Use & Disclaimer

Creative disclaimer: artistic expression and fiction

IMPORTANT NOTICE: Cosmicmonkeys.com is a creative, artistic, and philosophical project.

The Truth Behind the Fiction

The narrative presented on this website—including references to "hyperdimensional beings," "interdimensional travellers," "beings from the future," or any similar concepts—is entirely fictional and artistic in nature.

We are human creators with a vision, not actual entities from the future, other dimensions, or advanced civilisations.

Our Purpose

This project uses creative storytelling as a powerful tool to:

• Inspire hope and transformation in a world that often feels stuck
• Challenge limiting beliefs about what humanity can achieve
• Explore profound ideas about peace, consciousness, and collective evolution
• Create meaningful conversations about our shared future
• Express artistic and philosophical concepts through allegory and metaphor

The "Cosmic Monkeys" Concept

The term "cosmicmonkeys" is an allegory representing humanity's evolutionary journey. We are all, in a sense, "cosmic monkeys"—conscious beings evolving within this vast universe, learning, growing, and discovering our potential.

This is not meant to trivialise our message but rather to introduce levity, humour, and accessibility to profound concepts that can otherwise feel overwhelming or inaccessible.

What is Real

While the narrative framework is fiction, these aspects are genuine:

• Our commitment to peace as a real and achievable possibility
• The philosophical principles we explore about consciousness, care, and unity
• Our mission to inspire positive change through creative expression
• The quality and meaning embedded in our products and content
• The funds raised support real creative projects and the creators behind this work

Why This Approach?

Sometimes truth is best conveyed through stories. Fiction can bypass the cynicism and defence mechanisms that prevent us from considering new possibilities. By using the device of "future beings," we create space to explore ideas that might otherwise be dismissed as naive or unrealistic.

The message is serious; the method is playful.

No Deceptive Intent

We make no claims of:

• Possessing supernatural or paranormal abilities
• Having access to advanced technology beyond current human capability
• Receiving communications from non-human entities
• Predicting the future or altering timelines
• Any metaphysical powers or special knowledge beyond human understanding

This is art, philosophy, and creative commerce—nothing more, nothing less.

AI-generated content

The visual imagery, video clips and character voices on this website are generated using artificial intelligence tools. They do not depict real people, places or events. Video and audio content on this site is synthetic media and is disclosed as such in accordance with Article 50 of the EU AI Act (Regulation (EU) 2024/1689).

Acceptance of terms

By accessing or using our website and purchasing our products, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Use. If you do not agree to these terms, please do not use our website.

Use of our website

Permitted Use

You may use our website to:

• Browse our products and content
• Make purchases
• Engage with our creative content
• Share our materials with proper attribution

Prohibited Use

You may not:

• Use our website for any unlawful purpose
• Attempt to gain unauthorised access to our systems
• Reproduce, distribute, or commercially exploit our content without permission
• Post or transmit harmful, offensive, or illegal content
• Interfere with the operation of our website

Product information and orders

Product Descriptions

We strive to provide accurate product descriptions and images. However, we do not warrant that product descriptions, images, or other content are accurate, complete, or error-free. Colours may vary slightly from what appears on your screen due to monitor settings.

Pricing

All prices are displayed in the stated currency and are subject to change without notice. We reserve the right to correct pricing errors.

Print-on-Demand via Printful

Our products are created through Printful's print-on-demand service. This means:

• Products are made to order after you place your purchase
• Production typically takes 2-7 business days before shipping
• Each item is custom-created specifically for you
• We do not hold inventory

Order Acceptance

We reserve the right to refuse or cancel any order for any reason, including:

• Product unavailability
• Pricing errors
• Issues with Printful production
• Suspected fraudulent activity
• Violations of these Terms

Payment and billing

Payment is processed securely through third-party payment processors. We do not store your complete payment card information. By providing payment information, you represent that you are authorised to use the payment method.

Shipping policy

Shipping Times

• Production Time: 2-7 business days (Printful creates your custom order)
• Shipping Time: Varies by destination and shipping method selected
• Total Delivery: Production time + shipping time

Shipping costs and estimated delivery times are provided at checkout. We ship worldwide where Printful services are available.

Tracking

All orders include tracking information, which will be sent to your email once your order ships.

Shipping Address Accuracy

Please carefully verify your shipping address before completing your order. We cannot be held responsible for orders sent to incorrect addresses provided by the customer. If your order is returned to Printful due to an incorrect or incomplete address:

• We can reship the order, but you will be responsible for reshipping costs
• Orders are held at Printful's facility for 30 days at no additional charge
• After 30 days, unclaimed orders may be donated or disposed of

Failed Deliveries

If a carrier is unable to deliver your order (unclaimed package, incorrect address, etc.), the order will be returned to Printful's facility. We will notify you and hold the order for 30 days. Reshipping will require additional payment for shipping costs.

Lost Packages

If tracking shows no movement for an extended period past the estimated delivery date, please contact us within 30 days of the estimated delivery date. If confirmed lost by the carrier and Printful, we will work with you on a resolution.

If tracking shows the package as "delivered" but you did not receive it, please:

• Check with neighbours or household members
• Contact your local post office or carrier
• Wait 24-48 hours (sometimes packages are marked delivered early)

Unfortunately, once a package is marked as delivered by the carrier, we cannot be held responsible for missing packages.

Returns, refunds, and exchanges policy

See our dedicated Refund and Returns Policy for full details on return windows, eligibility, and the request process.

Summary: Because all our products are custom-made to order through Printful, we do not accept returns for buyer's remorse, wrong size or colour ordered, or general dissatisfaction. We DO accept returns/replacements for damaged, defective, mislabelled, or wrongly-shipped items, when claimed within 30 days of delivery with photo evidence.

Intellectual property

All content on this website, including text, graphics, logos, images, audio, video, and software, is the property of Cosmicmonkeys.com or its content creators and is protected by copyright and intellectual property laws.

You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, or create derivative works without our express written permission.

User-generated content

If you submit comments, reviews, or other content to our website:

• You grant us a non-exclusive, royalty-free licence to use, reproduce, and display such content
• You represent that you own or have rights to the content
• You agree not to submit offensive, defamatory, or illegal content

Disclaimer of warranties

Our website and products are provided "as is" without warranties of any kind, either express or implied. We do not warrant that:

• Our website will be uninterrupted or error-free
• Defects will be corrected
• Our website is free from viruses or harmful components
• Product colours will exactly match your screen (monitor variations may occur)

Limitation of liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Cosmicmonkeys.com shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising from your use of our website or products, including but not limited to damages for lost profits, data, or other intangibles.

Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Cosmicmonkeys.com, its creators, and Printful from any claims, damages, losses, or expenses arising from your use of our website or violation of these Terms.

Governing law

These Terms are governed by the laws of England and Wales. Any disputes shall be resolved in the courts of England and Wales.

Changes to these terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting to this page. Your continued use of the website after changes constitutes acceptance of the modified Terms.

Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.

Entire agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and Cosmicmonkeys.com regarding use of our website.

Contact information

For questions about these Terms of Use, returns, or any other inquiries:

Email: support@cosmicmonkeys.com
Website: cosmicmonkeys.com

Our mission

While our narrative framework is creative fiction, our mission is real: to inspire hope, challenge limiting beliefs, and demonstrate that peace is genuinely possible through shifts in consciousness and collective action.

Every product purchase supports continued creative projects exploring these themes—real projects, by real humans, with a real vision for a more peaceful world.

Peace is possible. That part isn't fiction.

By using this website, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Use.