TERMS OF SERVICE
Last updated: 2026
Welcome to LisaAuch Crochet (“crochet-patterns-free.com”). By accessing or using this website, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service, our Privacy Policy, and any additional guidelines posted on the Site. If you do not agree, please discontinue use of the Site.
1. Acceptance of Terms
By using this Site, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to these Terms of Service. Continued use of the Site after updates constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.
2. Accessibility & Technical Requirements
To make this Site function correctly and remain accessible, you agree to allow:
- Cookies
- JavaScript
- Advertising scripts (Raptive, Google, affiliate networks)
- Security and fraud‑prevention technologies
- Content delivery and caching services
Disabling these features may cause parts of the Site to stop working or become inaccessible.
3. Consent to Data Collection
By using the Site, you consent to the collection and use of data as described in our Privacy Policy, including:
- IP address
- Browser type
- Device information
- Cookie data
- Interaction data
- Advertising‑related data shared with Raptive and partners
This data is used to operate the Site, improve performance, and deliver advertising.
4. Intellectual Property & Pattern Use
All patterns, images, text, and digital content on this Site are owned by LisaAuch Crochet / LisaAuch.com and protected by copyright law.
You MAY:
- Make and sell finished items created from the patterns
- Share ONE photo of your finished item with a link back to the original pattern page
You MUST:
- Credit LisaAuch Crochet as the original designer when selling finished items
You MAY NOT:
- Copy, rewrite, redistribute, or upload any pattern (whole or in part)
- Create videos or tutorials based on LisaAuch Crochet patterns
- Use, crop, edit, or alter LisaAuch Crochet images
- Host patterns on any other website
- Add text, graphics, or overlays to LisaAuch Crochet images
- Use Site images to sell your own products
These restrictions apply to both free and paid patterns.
5. Digital Purchase & Refunds
There are NO REFUNDS on advertisement‑free digital PDF purchases. All digital downloads are final.
6. Acceptable Use
You agree to use the Site only for lawful purposes and NOT to:
- Interfere with or disrupt Site functionality
- Attempt unauthorized access to any part of the Site
- Scrape, copy, or harvest content
- Upload malicious code or spam
- Impersonate the Site or its owner
- Misuse comments or submit harmful content
7. Prohibited Activities
You may NOT:
- Copy or distribute patterns
- Upload patterns to other websites
- Use Site images commercially
- Create derivative tutorials or videos
- Use automated tools to extract content
- Circumvent security measures
- Post offensive, abusive, or spam comments
8. No Warranty / Disclaimer
The Site is provided “as is” and “as available.” We make no warranties regarding:
- Accuracy
- Completeness
- Availability
- Reliability
Your use of the Site is at your own risk.
We are not liable for:
- Errors or omissions
- Technical issues
- Losses or damages resulting from use of the Site
- External links or third‑party content
9. Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, LisaAuch Crochet is not liable for:
- Direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages
- Loss of data
- Loss of profits
- Website downtime
- Third‑party services or advertisements
10. Third‑Party Services & Advertising
This Site uses third‑party services including:
- Raptive advertising
- Google Analytics
- Affiliate networks
- Social media integrations
These services may collect data as described in the Privacy Policy. We are not responsible for the content or policies of external websites.
11. Binding Arbitration Agreement
Any dispute, claim, or controversy arising out of or relating to your use of the Site shall be resolved through binding arbitration, rather than in court.
You waive the right to participate in a class action.
12. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify and hold harmless LisaAuch Crochet from any claims, damages, losses, liabilities, or expenses arising from:
- Your use of the Site
- Your violation of these Terms
- Your misuse of Site content
13. DMCA Policy
If you believe your copyrighted work has been used on this Site without authorization, please contact:
Email: lisaauch1@gmail.com
Include:
- Your name
- The copyrighted work
- The URL of the infringing content
- A statement of good‑faith belief
- Your signature
14. Governing Law
These Terms are governed by the laws of Scotland, United Kingdom, without regard to conflict‑of‑law principles.
15. Changes to Terms
We may update these Terms at any time. Continued use of the Site constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms.
16. Contact Information
For questions about these Terms, please contact: Email: lisaauch1@gmail.com
