Terms of Service

Last Updated: October 2026

Agreement to Terms

By accessing or using mdelacroix.com ("the Website"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service. If you disagree with any part of these terms, you may not access the Website or purchase our products.

Digital Product Sales

Product Description

"Why Submissive Women Are Happier" comes in several formats. We sell the EPUB ebook directly; every other format is sold by Amazon:

• EPUB Ebook - Instant digital download from this website
• Kindle Ebook - Available on Amazon
• Paperback - Available on Amazon
• Hardcover - Available on Amazon
• Audiobook - Available on Audible and Amazon

Pricing and Payment

• All prices are listed in Canadian Dollars (CAD) unless otherwise noted
• Payment is processed securely through Stripe
• We accept credit/debit cards, Apple Pay, and Google Pay
• Prices are subject to change without notice
• You are responsible for any applicable taxes based on your location

Gift Purchases

You may purchase the ebook as a gift for someone else:

• The download link will be sent to the recipient's email address
• You will receive a confirmation email (without download link)
• Gift purchases are non-transferable after delivery
• Anonymous gifts are supported - you may choose not to include your name
• The same refund policy applies to gift purchases

License and Usage Rights

When you purchase our digital book, you receive a personal, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to:

• Download the book up to 5 times for personal use
• Read the book on your personal devices
• Make backup copies for personal archival purposes

Restrictions

You may NOT:

• Share, distribute, or resell the book to others
• Upload the book to file-sharing websites or torrents
• Remove or modify any copyright notices or DRM protections
• Use the book for commercial purposes without written permission
• Create derivative works based on the book without written permission

Refund Policy

30-day money-back guarantee on the ebook you buy from us here at mdelacroix.com. Paperback, Kindle and audiobook purchases on Amazon follow Amazon's own return policy. Just email us at help@mdelacroix.com within 30 days of your purchase, no questions asked.

We also refund:

• Duplicate purchases made in error
• Fraudulent transactions (refunded and reported)

If you have trouble downloading the book, tell us and we will work with you to fix it.

To request support or report an issue, contact us at support@mdelacroix.com

Download Limitations

Each purchase includes 5 download attempts. If you exhaust your downloads or lose access to your file:

• Contact us at support@mdelacroix.com with your order details
• We will verify your purchase and provide additional download access
• Keep your download emails and files backed up

Copyright and Intellectual Property

All content on this Website, including the book "Why Submissive Women Are Happier," is protected by copyright and owned by M. De La Croix. Unauthorized reproduction, distribution, or use of any content may result in legal action.

Newsletter Subscription

• You may subscribe to our newsletter to receive updates about book releases and related content
• You can unsubscribe at any time using the link in any email
• We will never sell or share your email address with third parties for marketing purposes

User Conduct

You agree not to:

• Use the Website for any unlawful purpose
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems
• Transmit viruses, malware, or harmful code
• Harass, abuse, or harm other users or our staff
• Impersonate any person or entity

Disclaimer of Warranties

THE WEBSITE AND ALL PRODUCTS ARE PROVIDED "AS IS" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED. We do not guarantee that:

• The Website will be uninterrupted or error-free
• Defects will be corrected
• The Website is free of viruses or other harmful components

Limitation of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, M. DE LA CROIX SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES ARISING OUT OF OR RELATED TO YOUR USE OF THE WEBSITE OR PRODUCTS.

Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless M. De La Croix from any claims, damages, losses, or expenses (including legal fees) arising from your violation of these Terms or your use of the Website.

Content Disclaimer

The book "Why Submissive Women Are Happier" represents the personal experiences and opinions of the author. It is not intended as professional advice (psychological, legal, relationship, or otherwise). Readers should:

• Use their own judgment when applying any concepts from the book
• Consult qualified professionals for specific advice
• Understand that individual results may vary

Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Province of British Columbia, Canada, without regard to conflict of law provisions.

Dispute Resolution

Any disputes arising from these Terms or your use of the Website shall be resolved through:

1. Good faith negotiation between the parties
2. Mediation in Vancouver, British Columbia
3. If unresolved, binding arbitration in Vancouver, British Columbia

Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting to the Website. 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 unenforceable or invalid, that provision shall be limited or eliminated to the minimum extent necessary, and the remaining provisions shall remain in full force.

Contact Information

For questions about these Terms of Service, contact us:

Email: support@mdelacroix.com
Location: Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada