Terms & Conditions

Please read these Terms and Conditions carefully. By accessing or using this website (the “Site”) operated by Quietly Sourced (“we”, “us”, “our”), you agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions and any policies or guidelines referenced herein. If you do not agree, do not use the Site.

  1. About Us Quietly Sourced provides a curated design directory featuring architects, interior designers and related specialists across Somerset, Dorset, Hampshire and West Sussex. The Site connects users with listed professionals and provides editorial content, listings and related services.

  2. Acceptance of Listings and Content

  • Listings on the Site are provided by third-party professionals (each a “Contributor”). While we curate and review submissions, we do not endorse, warrant or guarantee the accuracy, completeness or suitability of any listing, profile, product or service offered by Contributors.

  • Content published by us (including editorial articles, images and directory descriptions) is for general information only. It does not constitute professional advice and should not be relied upon as such.

  1. User Accounts and Registration

  • Certain areas or features of the Site may require registration. You agree to provide accurate, current and complete information and to update it as required.

  • You are responsible for safeguarding your account credentials and for all activity under your account. Notify us immediately of any unauthorised use.

  • We reserve the right to suspend or terminate accounts that violate these Terms or applicable law.

  1. Use of the Site

  • You agree to use the Site only for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms.

  • Prohibited uses include, but are not limited to: posting false or misleading content; infringing intellectual property rights; transmitting malicious code; scraping or harvesting data; interfering with Site operations; and attempting unauthorised access.

  • We may monitor use of the Site and investigate any suspected violation.

  1. Intellectual Property

  • All content on the Site that is created or owned by Quietly Sourced (including text, graphics, logos, layout and design) is our intellectual property or that of our licensors. You may view, download and print materials for personal, non-commercial use only, provided you retain any copyright or proprietary notices.

  • Contributors retain ownership of their submitted materials unless otherwise agreed, but grant us a non-exclusive, royalty-free, worldwide licence to use, reproduce, publish and distribute such materials in connection with the Site and our services.

  • If you believe your intellectual property rights have been infringed by content on the Site, notify us in writing with full details so we can act promptly.

  1. Paid Services and Fees

  • Where paid services, featured listings or advertising are offered, separate terms and fees will apply. Purchase of such services constitutes acceptance of those terms.

  • Fees are non-refundable except as expressly set out in the applicable service terms. We may change fees upon reasonable notice; changes do not affect services already paid for unless stated.

  1. Third-Party Links and Services

  • The Site may include links to third-party websites, services or resources. We provide these links for convenience and do not endorse or accept responsibility for third-party content, products or services.

  • Any transactions, interactions or disputes with third parties are solely between you and the third party.

  1. Disclaimers and Liability

  • The Site and its content are provided “as is” and “as available” without warranties of any kind, either express or implied, including but not limited to merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, accuracy or non-infringement.

  • To the fullest extent permitted by law, Quietly Sourced and its officers, directors, employees, agents and affiliates shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential or punitive damages arising out of or in connection with your use of the Site, content or services, even if advised of the possibility of such damages.

  • Our aggregate liability for direct losses arising from our negligence or breach of these Terms shall be limited to the amount paid by you to us in the 12 months preceding the claim, or £100 where no payment has been made, unless applicable law provides for a higher minimum.

  1. Indemnity You agree to indemnify, defend and hold harmless Quietly Sourced and its affiliates from and against any claims, liabilities, losses, damages, costs and expenses (including reasonable legal fees) arising from your use of the Site, violation of these Terms, or infringement of any rights of a third party.

  2. Privacy Our Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose and protect personal data. By using the Site you consent to our data practices as set out in the Privacy Policy. Personal data may be transferred to and processed in the UK and other jurisdictions as necessary to operate the Site.

  3. Complaints and Dispute Resolution

  • If you have a complaint about a Contributor or any aspect of