Terms and Conditions

Effective Date: February 9, 2025

Welcome to the Ministry Marketplace! By accessing or using our platform, you agree to the following Terms and Conditions. Please read them carefully before using our services.

1. Overview

The Ministry Marketplace is an online marketplace where vendors sell digital resources for churches, ministries, and faith-based organizations. By using our platform, you agree to abide by these terms, as well as any applicable laws and policies.

2. Account Registration & Vendor Eligibility

  • To sell on Ministry Marketplace, you must create an account and provide accurate, complete information.
  • You must be at least 18 years old to register independently
  • Minors (under 18) may sell on the platform with parental or legal guardian consent. A parent or guardian must:
    • Create and manage the account on the minor’s behalf.
    • Assume full responsibility for all transactions, tax obligations, and compliance with these terms.
    • Provide valid payment details for receiving vendor earnings.
  • Vendors are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of their account and password.
  • We reserve the right to suspend or terminate accounts that violate our policies.

3. Selling & Product Guidelines

  • Vendors may upload and sell only digital products (e.g., sermon guides, worship slides, Bible studies, graphics, etc.).
  • All content must be original, free from copyright infringement, and suitable for church and ministry use.
  • Vendors set their own prices
  • Any content that is offensive, misleading, or violates our community standards may be removed.

4. Payments & Fees

  • Vendors earn a percentage of each sale, as outlined in our Vendor Payment Policy.
  • Payments are processed securely through Shopify. Vendors must provide valid payment details to receive earnings.
  • Ministry Marketplace will deduct transaction fees or commissions before issuing payments.

5. Refunds & Customer Service

  • Due to the nature of digital products, all sales are final unless a file is defective or not as described.
  • Vendors are responsible for assisting customers with product-related inquiries.
  • If disputes arise, Ministry Marketplace reserves the right to mediate and issue refunds at its discretion.

6. Intellectual Property Rights

  • Vendors retain ownership of their original content but grant Ministry Marketplace a non-exclusive license to display, promote, and sell their products.
  • Vendors may not upload or sell copyrighted materials they do not own or have permission to distribute.
  • Buyers may use purchased resources for personal and ministry use only and may not redistribute, resell, or modify them for resale.

7. Prohibited Conduct

Vendors and buyers agree NOT to:

  • Sell, share, or upload unauthorized or inappropriate content.
  • Use the platform for fraudulent, illegal, or misleading activities.
  • Engage in spamming, harassment, or unethical marketing practices.

8. Termination & Policy Updates

  • Ministry Marketplace reserves the right to suspend or terminate accounts that violate our policies.
  • We may update these Terms and Conditions at any time. Continued use of the platform constitutes acceptance of the latest terms.

9. Disclaimer & Limitation of Liability

  • Ministry Marketplace is a marketplace connecting buyers and sellers and is not responsible for the quality, accuracy, or legality of vendor content.
  • We are not liable for any loss, damages, or issues arising from the use of our platform.

10. Contact Us

For any questions about these Terms and Conditions, please contact us.