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Terms & Conditions

1.A legal disclaimer

Sweet Bites is a home-based baking business offering freshly baked cupcakes, muffins, brownies, scones, and cookies for individual and event orders. All items are baked to order.

Terms & Conditions 

2. Orders & Availability

  • Orders must be placed in advance via our website or approved communication channels.

  • Sweet Bites operates with limited weekly capacity to ensure freshness and quality.

  • Orders are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis and are subject to availability.

  • We reserve the right to decline or limit orders if capacity has been reached.

3. Order Timeframes

  • Baking is primarily done on weekends, with limited weekday availability.

  • Cut-off times for orders will be clearly stated on the website.

  • Late orders or changes are not guaranteed and depend on production capacity.

4. Pricing

  • All prices are listed in South African Rand (R).

  • Prices include ingredients, standard packaging, and preparation costs.

  • Prices may change without prior notice, but confirmed orders will be honoured at the agreed price.

  • Custom requests, themes, or add-ons may incur additional charges, which will be clearly displayed or communicated before confirmation.

5. Payments

  • Full payment is required to confirm an order, unless otherwise stated.

  • Orders will not be processed until payment has been received.

  • Proof of payment may be requested.

6. Custom Orders & Add-Ons

  • Custom themes, colours, toppers, fillings, or decorations are optional add-ons.

  • Custom orders are prepared specifically for the customer and cannot be resold.

  • Customers are responsible for ensuring all custom details are correct before final confirmation.

7. Cancellations & Refunds

Due to the nature of freshly baked goods:

  • No refunds are offered for cancelled orders once baking has started.

  • Cancellations made before ingredients are purchased or preparation begins may be eligible for a partial refund, at Sweet Bites’ discretion.

  • No refunds will be issued for changes of mind.

This is in line with Section 17 of the South African Consumer Protection Act regarding custom-made goods.

8. Allergies & Dietary Information

  • Sweet Bites operates in a kitchen that uses eggs, dairy, gluten, nuts, and chocolate.

  • While care is taken, cross-contamination cannot be guaranteed.

  • Customers are responsible for informing Sweet Bites of any allergies before ordering.

  • Sweet Bites is not liable for allergic reactions.

9. Collection & Delivery

  • Collection and/or delivery options will be clearly stated at checkout.

  • Customers are responsible for providing correct delivery details.

  • Sweet Bites is not responsible for delays caused by incorrect information or circumstances beyond our control.

  • Once collected or delivered, responsibility for the product passes to the customer.

10. Product Care & Shelf Life

  • All products are freshly baked and best consumed within the recommended timeframes provided.

  • Sweet Bites is not responsible for quality issues arising from improper storage or handling after collection/delivery.

11. Photos & Marketing

  • Product photos on the website and social media are representative.

  • Handmade items may vary slightly in appearance.

  • Sweet Bites reserves the right to photograph orders for marketing purposes unless the customer requests otherwise.

12. Limitation of Liability

Sweet Bites shall not be held liable for:

  • Any indirect or consequential loss

  • Allergic reactions

  • Issues arising from incorrect storage, handling, or consumption after delivery

13. Changes to These Terms

Sweet Bites reserves the right to update these Terms & Conditions at any time.
The version displayed on the website at the time of ordering will apply.

14. Contact

For questions regarding orders or these Terms & Conditions, please contact us via the details provided on our website.

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