Terms of service
Terms of Service
The complete terms and conditions governing your use of attaremporium.com and all purchases made through our store. Please read carefully before placing an order.
Welcome to Attar Emporium. This website, attaremporium.com, is an online fragrance retailer specialising in authentic attars, Arabic ouds, and luxury perfume oils sourced from reputable artisans and distillers around the world. Our website is hosted and powered by Shopify.
Throughout these Terms of Service, the words "we," "us," and "our" refer to Attar Emporium. The word "you" refers to you as a visitor, account holder, or customer.
By visiting our website, creating an account, or placing an order, you are entering into a binding legal agreement with us. Please read these Terms of Service carefully before you proceed. If you do not agree with any part of these terms, you must not use our website or purchase from us.
These Terms of Service apply to all users of the site, including visitors who are browsing, registered account holders, and customers completing purchases. They apply equally to first-time and returning customers.
Agreement to These Terms
By accessing any page of attaremporium.com, creating an account, adding items to your cart, or completing a purchase, you are acknowledging that you have read, understood, and agreed to be bound by these Terms of Service in full. This agreement is legally binding.
These Terms of Service apply alongside our other published policies, all of which together form the complete agreement between you and Attar Emporium:
Our Published Policies
- Privacy Policy — How we collect, use, and protect your personal information
- Refund Policy — Our standards for returns, exchanges, and refunds
- Shipping Policy — Shipping methods, timeframes, and costs
- Payment Policy — Accepted payment methods and security standards
- Cookie Policy — How we use cookies and tracking technologies
- Accessibility Statement — Our commitment to an inclusive shopping experience
Who May Use Our Website
Age Requirements
You must be at least 18 years of age to make purchases on attaremporium.com. By placing an order, you represent and warrant that you meet this age requirement and that you have the legal capacity to enter into a binding purchase agreement under the laws of your state or jurisdiction.
If you are under 18 years of age, you may browse our website only with the direct supervision and express consent of a parent or legal guardian. Any purchase must be made by the parent or legal guardian in their own name.
Lawful Use
Our products and services are available for lawful personal use only. By using our website, you represent that:
- You will not use our products or services for any unlawful purpose or in violation of any applicable local, state, federal, or international law or regulation
- You will not use our website to engage in fraudulent activity, including providing false information about yourself or your payment method
- You are not located in a country subject to a United States government embargo or trade sanction, and you are not on any United States government list of prohibited or restricted parties
- You will not use our services to purchase products for the purpose of unauthorized resale or commercial redistribution without our prior written agreement
Right to Refuse Service
We reserve the right to refuse service, cancel orders, or terminate accounts at our sole discretion, for any reason, at any time. This includes situations where we believe a customer is violating these Terms of Service, engaging in fraudulent activity, or abusing our policies. If we refuse or cancel your order, we will notify you and issue a full refund for any payment already received.
Our Business & Services
What Attar Emporium Does
Attar Emporium is a direct-to-consumer online fragrance retailer. We sell curated attars, Arabic ouds, and luxury perfume oils directly to individual customers through our website at attaremporium.com. We are not a marketplace, and we do not permit third-party sellers to list products on our platform. Every product sold on our website is sold and fulfilled by Attar Emporium.
Service Availability
Website access: Our website is available to browse 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. We do not guarantee continuous, uninterrupted access and may need to temporarily suspend the website for maintenance or updates.
Order processing: Orders are processed Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM Pacific Time (PT). Orders placed outside of these hours, or on weekends or public holidays, will be processed on the next available business day.
Service modifications: We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue any product, feature, or aspect of our service at any time. If a discontinuation affects a product you have already ordered and paid for, we will contact you immediately and provide a full refund if the order cannot be fulfilled as described.
Product Information & Accuracy
Our Commitment to Accurate Listings
We take the accuracy of our product listings seriously. Every product listed on attaremporium.com includes a factual description, accurate specifications, authentic photographs of the actual product, and current pricing. We do not use misleading stock images, fabricated specifications, or exaggerated marketing claims.
What Each Product Listing Includes
- Product name: A clear, accurate identifier without sensational or misleading language
- Detailed description: Scent profiles, notes, and origins written by our team based on actual product knowledge
- Technical specifications: Volume, concentration, materials, and other relevant details sourced from the artisan or manufacturer
- Authentic photographs: Real images of the actual product we sell
- Current pricing: The price you will pay, shown in United States Dollars (USD), excluding applicable sales tax
- Stock availability: Up-to-date inventory status so you can make an informed purchase decision
Fragrance Subjectivity
Fragrance perception is highly personal and subjective. Scent notes and descriptions on our product pages are provided as an accurate guide based on how the fragrance is experienced under typical conditions. However, how any individual attar or perfume oil smells on your skin will depend on your unique body chemistry, skin type, temperature, and other personal factors.
We take care to photograph our products under controlled conditions to represent colours and finishes as accurately as possible. However, colours may appear slightly different depending on your device's display settings. Minor visual differences do not constitute a product defect or misrepresentation.
Fragrance Safety Notice
Our products are intended for external use on skin and clothing only. Do not ingest. Before full application, perform a patch test on a small area of skin and discontinue use if irritation occurs. If you have known fragrance allergies, sensitivities, or skin conditions, please review all listed ingredients carefully before purchase.
If you are pregnant or nursing, consult your healthcare provider before use. Keep products away from eyes and mucous membranes. Attar Emporium is not responsible for individual allergic or adverse reactions to our products. Use at your own risk and discretion.
Pricing, Tax & Payment
How We Display Prices
Pricing Standards
Currency: All product prices displayed on attaremporium.com are in United States Dollars (USD).
Prices exclude sales tax: The prices shown on our product pages do not include sales tax. Applicable sales tax will be calculated based on your delivery address and clearly displayed at checkout before you submit payment.
Shipping costs: Shipping fees are separate from the product price and are calculated at checkout based on your location and selected shipping method. Please refer to our Shipping Policy for full details.
No hidden fees: The total shown at the final checkout screen — including product price, shipping, and applicable sales tax — is the total amount you will be charged. No fees are added after your order is submitted.
Accepted Payment Methods
We accept the following payment methods through our secure checkout, powered by Shopify Payments, PayPal, and Stripe:
- Credit & Debit Cards: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
- Digital Wallets: Apple Pay, Google Pay, Shop Pay, PayPal
- Security: All transactions are SSL/TLS encrypted and PCI DSS compliant. We do not store your complete card details on our servers.
Price Changes and Promotional Pricing
We reserve the right to update or change product prices at any time. If the price of a product changes after you have placed and confirmed an order, we will honour the price displayed at the time you completed checkout. All promotional pricing and discount codes are genuine reductions from our standard selling price.
Orders & Order Processing
How Orders Are Placed and Confirmed
When you complete checkout and submit payment on attaremporium.com, you are making an offer to purchase the items in your cart at the prices shown, inclusive of any applicable sales tax and shipping fees. Your order is not confirmed until you receive a written order confirmation email from us.
What Happens After You Place an Order
Immediate confirmation email: You will receive an automatic order confirmation email summarising your order details, items purchased, quantities, prices, applicable sales tax, shipping cost, and your order number. Keep this email for your records.
Order review and processing: During the next business day (Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM PT), our team reviews your order, verifies product availability, and prepares it for fulfilment. Orders are typically processed within 1–3 business days.
Shipping confirmation: Once your order has been packed and handed to the shipping carrier, you will receive a shipping confirmation email with your tracking number and a link to track your shipment in real time.
Delivery: Your order is delivered to the address you provided at checkout. Estimated delivery timeframes are provided at checkout and in your shipping confirmation email.
Right to Cancel or Refuse an Order
We may refuse or cancel any order for reasons including but not limited to: product unavailability, pricing errors, suspected fraudulent activity, shipping address issues, payment problems, or previous violations of our terms. If your order is cancelled, we will notify you and refund any payment already made within 5–10 business days.
Order Amendments and Cancellations
We begin processing orders promptly after confirmation. If you need to amend or cancel your order, please contact us at info@attaremporium.com as soon as possible. We will make every reasonable effort to accommodate requests, however we cannot guarantee changes or cancellations once an order has been dispatched.
Shipping & Delivery
We are committed to delivering your order promptly and in excellent condition. Our complete shipping standards, carrier information, estimated delivery timeframes, and policies for lost or damaged shipments are set out in our dedicated Shipping Policy.
Key Shipping Points
- Domestic shipping (USA): We ship via USPS, UPS, and FedEx. Standard, expedited, and priority options are available. Costs are calculated at checkout. Free shipping thresholds may apply — see checkout for current offers.
- International shipping: We ship to many countries worldwide. International transit times vary by destination. Import duties and customs fees are the buyer's responsibility and are not included in our prices.
- Delivery address accuracy: You are responsible for providing a complete and accurate delivery address at checkout. We are not liable for failed deliveries caused by an incorrect or incomplete address provided by you.
- Risk of loss: Risk of loss and title for items purchased from Attar Emporium passes to you upon delivery to the carrier. We are not responsible for packages lost, stolen, or damaged after confirmed delivery to the address provided.
- Tracking: A tracking number is provided in your shipping confirmation email for all domestic orders. Tracking availability may vary for international destinations.
Delivery times are estimates only and are not guaranteed. We are not liable for delays caused by carriers, customs, weather, or circumstances beyond our control. Please read our Shipping Policy in full before placing your order.
Returns, Refunds & Cancellations
We want every customer to be satisfied with their purchase from Attar Emporium. If you are not happy with your order for any reason, our return and refund process is designed to be fair, clear, and straightforward. Our complete return, refund, and cancellation procedures are available in our dedicated policy pages:
Refund PolicyReturns accepted within 30 days of delivery. Items must be unused, unopened, and in original packaging. View Policy |
Shipping PolicyDelivery timeframes, carrier information, and what to do if your order is delayed or lost. View Policy |
Summary of Return Terms
- Returns must be initiated within 30 days of delivery by contacting us at info@attaremporium.com
- Items must be unused, unopened, and in original condition with all original packaging intact
- Opened, used, or partially used fragrances cannot be returned for hygiene reasons
- Refunds are issued to the original payment method within 5–10 business days of receiving the returned item
- Return shipping costs are the customer's responsibility unless the return is due to a defective product or our error
- Do not send items back without prior authorisation — unauthorised returns may not be accepted
Billing & Account Information
Your Responsibility for Accurate Information
To ensure that your orders are processed correctly and your products are delivered to the right address, you are required to provide accurate, complete, and current information at all times.
Information You Are Required to Keep Accurate
- Full legal name: Your real name as it appears on your payment method
- Delivery address: A complete, valid delivery address. Include your apartment or unit number if applicable.
- Email address: A valid email address that you actively monitor, as all order updates and customer service responses are sent by email
- Payment details: Current, valid payment information. Submitting payment details you are not authorised to use may constitute fraud.
- Account information: If you have created an account, you are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your password and for all activity under your account
Please review our Payment Policy for further details on how payments are processed and protected.
Acceptable Use of Our Website
When using attaremporium.com, you agree to conduct yourself in a lawful and respectful manner. The following rules apply to all users of our website without exception.
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Additional Prohibited Conduct
- Infringe upon our intellectual property rights or those of any third party
- Submit false, misleading, or fraudulent information in any form on our website
- Collect or track the personal information of other users
- Engage in unauthorized data mining or data extraction
- Purchase products in bulk for resale without our prior written agreement
Intellectual Property
All content published on attaremporium.com — including product descriptions, photographs, graphics, logos, brand elements, website code, and all written materials — is the intellectual property of Attar Emporium and is protected by United States copyright and trademark law.
Limited Licence — What You May Do
- Access and use our website for personal, non-commercial purposes
- View and print product information for your personal records
- Share links to our website or specific product pages on social media
What You May Not Do
- Copy, reproduce, or distribute our content without written permission
- Use our trademarks, logos, or brand name without authorisation
- Use our product images or descriptions on third-party platforms without our consent
- Attempt to reverse-engineer or extract the source code of our website
If you believe that content on our website infringes upon your intellectual property rights, please contact us at info@attaremporium.com with the subject line "COPYRIGHT CLAIM." We will investigate and respond to all legitimate claims promptly.
Third-Party Links & Tools
Payment Processing Tools
To process payments securely, we use third-party payment processors including Shopify Payments, PayPal, and Stripe — all PCI-DSS compliant payment services. These tools operate under their own terms of service and privacy policies. We select them based on their compliance with industry security standards. Your payment information is transmitted directly to the payment processor using SSL/TLS encryption. We do not store your complete payment card number on our servers at any time.
Third-Party Services on Our Website
- Shopify — our e-commerce and checkout platform
- PayPal and Stripe — payment processing
- USPS, UPS, FedEx — shipping carrier tracking integrations
- Instagram — social media content embeds
External Website Links
Our website may contain links to external websites for informational or convenience purposes. These links do not imply our endorsement of the linked website or its content.
No Liability for Third-Party Websites
We have no control over the content, privacy practices, terms, or security of any external website. We are not responsible for any loss or harm arising from your interaction with any third-party website accessed through a link on our site.
User Submissions & Feedback
Product Reviews and Comments
We welcome and encourage genuine, honest reviews of products you have purchased from us. If you choose to leave a review, post a comment, or submit feedback, you represent that:
- The submission is your original work and based on your genuine experience
- The content does not infringe upon the rights of any third party
- The content does not contain unlawful, defamatory, obscene, or offensive material
Licence to Use Your Submissions
By submitting a review, comment, or other content to us, you grant Attar Emporium a non-exclusive, royalty-free, perpetual, and worldwide licence to use, reproduce, publish, distribute, and display your submission in connection with our business — for example, displaying your review on our product page or in our marketing materials.
We will not use your submission in any way that misrepresents your words or is deceptive to other customers. We will not sell your submission to third parties.
Privacy & Personal Information
Your privacy is important to us. The personal information you provide when using our website — including your name, address, email, and payment details — is collected, stored, and used in accordance with our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated into these Terms of Service by reference. By agreeing to these Terms, you also agree to our Privacy Policy.
We do not sell your personal information to third parties. We share your information only with the third-party service providers necessary to fulfil your order — such as shipping carriers and payment processors — and those providers are bound by confidentiality and data protection obligations.
Privacy Policy Links
- Privacy Policy — Complete information on what data we collect, how we use it, and your rights
- Cookie Policy — How we use cookies and tracking technologies on our website
- Accessibility Statement — Our commitment to an inclusive and accessible shopping experience
Errors, Inaccuracies & Corrections
We make every effort to ensure that all information on attaremporium.com — including product descriptions, pricing, promotional details, shipping estimates, and availability — is accurate and current at all times. Despite our best efforts, occasional errors may occur. We reserve the right to correct any error on our website at any time without prior notice.
What We Do When We Discover an Error That Affects Your Order
- We will contact you as soon as the error is identified using the email address provided at checkout
- We will explain the nature of the error clearly and honestly
- We will offer you a choice: proceed with the corrected information, choose an alternative, or cancel your order for a full refund
- We will process any refund due to you promptly upon your decision
- We will correct the error on our website immediately to prevent it from affecting future customers
We will never fulfil an order under terms that differ materially from what you agreed to at checkout, without first obtaining your explicit consent.
Disclaimer of Warranties
Our website and the services we offer are provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis. While we work hard to maintain a reliable, functional, and accurate website, we do not make any express or implied warranties or representations regarding:
- The continuous, uninterrupted availability of our website
- The complete freedom of our website from errors, bugs, or technical issues
- The suitability of any product for a specific purpose not described in the product listing
- That fragrance notes or scent descriptions will match every individual's perception or preference
Our Guarantee
We guarantee that every product we ship will match its description on our website at the time of your purchase. If it does not, our Refund Policy provides your remedy. Nothing in this disclaimer limits or removes any statutory rights you may have under applicable United States federal or state consumer protection law.
Limitation of Liability
To the maximum extent permitted by applicable law, Attar Emporium and its owners, employees, agents, and affiliates shall not be liable for any:
Damages We Are Not Liable For
- Indirect or consequential damages: Including lost profits, loss of business opportunities, or loss of anticipated savings
- Allergic reactions or skin sensitivities resulting from use of our products
- Dissatisfaction with fragrance due to the subjective nature of scent perception
- Third-party actions: Damages caused by shipping carriers, payment processors, or other third-party service providers
- Website unavailability: Loss arising from temporary unavailability of our website due to maintenance or technical issues
What We Remain Fully Responsible For
- Delivering products that match their descriptions as published on our website at the time of purchase
- Replacing or refunding defective products in accordance with our Refund Policy
- Protecting your payment information through industry-standard encryption and secure processing
- Operating our business honestly and transparently in full compliance with applicable laws
Indemnification
You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Attar Emporium and its owners, employees, contractors, and agents from and against any claim, demand, action, loss, liability, or expense — including reasonable attorneys' fees — that arises from or is related to:
- Your violation of any provision of these Terms of Service
- Your violation of any applicable law or regulation in connection with your use of our website or products
- Your infringement of any third party's rights, including intellectual property rights or privacy rights
- Any content you submit to our website that is false, misleading, defamatory, or unlawful
- Any fraudulent or unauthorised activity conducted through your account or using your payment credentials
This indemnification obligation will survive the termination of your account or your cessation of use of our website.
Modifications to These Terms
We reserve the right to update or modify these Terms of Service at any time to reflect updates to applicable laws, changes in our business practices, or expansion of our services. We do not make changes to these Terms to reduce your rights or to avoid accountability.
How We Notify You of Changes
Date stamp: The "Last Updated" date at the top of this page is always updated when we make any change.
Material changes: For changes that substantially affect your rights or our obligations, we will post a notice on our website and may send an email to registered customers with at least 14 days' notice before such changes take effect.
Minor changes: Typographical corrections and non-substantive clarifications will be made without advance notice, but the "Last Updated" date will be revised.
Governing Law & Dispute Resolution
Our Preferred Approach: Direct Resolution
Our strong preference is to resolve any dispute, concern, or complaint directly and informally before any legal action is considered. If you have a concern, please contact us first. Both parties agree to attempt informal resolution for a minimum of 30 calendar days before initiating any formal legal proceeding.
Governing Law and Jurisdiction
Applicable law: These Terms of Service and all transactions between you and Attar Emporium are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of California, United States of America, without regard to its conflict of law principles.
Venue: Any formal legal action that cannot be resolved through our dispute resolution process shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the state and federal courts located in Los Angeles County, California.
Arbitration: If informal resolution fails, disputes may be submitted to binding individual arbitration under the rules of the American Arbitration Association (AAA), conducted in California. You waive any right to participate in a class action lawsuit or class-wide arbitration against Attar Emporium.
External Consumer Protection Resources
- Federal Trade Commission (FTC): www.ftc.gov
- Better Business Bureau (BBB): www.bbb.org
- California Attorney General: oag.ca.gov
International Customers
If you are accessing our website from outside the United States, you do so at your own initiative and are responsible for compliance with your local laws. California law governs regardless of where you are located.
Severability & Entire Agreement
Severability
If any provision of these Terms of Service is determined to be unlawful, void, or unenforceable, that provision will be modified to the minimum extent necessary to make it enforceable. If it cannot be made enforceable, it will be severed from these Terms. The remaining provisions will continue in full force and effect.
No Waiver
If we choose not to enforce a right or provision in a particular situation, this does not constitute a permanent waiver of that right. We retain the full authority to enforce any provision at any time, even if we have not exercised that right in the past.
Entire Agreement
These Terms of Service, together with our Privacy Policy, Refund Policy, Shipping Policy, Payment Policy, Cookie Policy, and Accessibility Statement, constitute the complete and entire agreement between you and Attar Emporium regarding your use of our website and your purchases from us. These documents supersede any prior written or verbal agreements between us on the same subject matter.
Contact & Business Information
If you have any questions about these Terms of Service, need clarification on any of our policies, or wish to raise a formal concern, please use the contact information below. All communications are handled by real team members.
Complete Business & Contact Details
Email — General & Legal InquiriesUse "Legal Notice" for formal legal correspondence. |
Business AddressAttar Emporium |
Our Commitment to You
These Terms of Service are written in plain language because we believe you deserve to understand exactly what you are agreeing to. We do not use confusing legal language to obscure our obligations or limit your rights in ways that are not fair.
If anything in these Terms is unclear, please contact our team before purchasing. We are always happy to explain anything in more detail.
These Terms of Service were last reviewed and updated on April 20, 2026. They are intended to be read together with our Privacy Policy, Refund Policy, Shipping Policy, Payment Policy, Cookie Policy, and Accessibility Statement.
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Premium Attar & Perfume Oils  | Redondo Beach, California  | United States
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