Terms of Services

Last Updated: August 10, 2025

Welcome to www.madeiravelvetpaws.com (the “Website”), operated by Madeira Velvet Paws (“we,” “us,” or “our”). These Terms of Service (“Terms”) govern your use of the Website. By accessing or using the Website, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree, please do not use the Website.

1. Use of the Website

• Eligibility: You must be at least 18 years old to use this Website. By using the Website, you represent that you meet this requirement.

• Purpose: The Website is designed to promote our cattery, specializing in Scottish and British cat breeds. It provides information about our cats and kittens and allows you to contact us to inquire about purchasing kittens.

• Permitted Use: The Website is for personal, non-commercial use. You may use it to view information, browse photos, and contact us via the provided contact form, WhatsApp, or social media.

• Prohibited Activities: You may not:

  • Use the Website for any unlawful or prohibited purpose.

  • Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems or networks.

  • Copy, distribute, or modify any content without our permission.

  • Use the Website to distribute malware, spam, or harmful content.

2. Intellectual Property

• All content on the Website, including text, articles, photographs, and designs, is owned by Madeira Velvet Paws and protected by copyright and other intellectual property laws.

• You may not reproduce, distribute, or create derivative works from our content without prior written consent.

3. Contact Information

• The Website provides a contact form, WhatsApp numbers, and social media links for inquiries. You agree to provide accurate information when contacting us and to use these channels responsibly.

4. No Sales or Payments

• The Website does not facilitate direct sales or payment processing. Any transactions or agreements for purchasing kittens are handled offline / online and are subject to separate terms agreed upon between you and Madeira Velvet Paws.

5. Privacy and Data Protection

• We collect limited personal data through the contact form (e.g., name, email, or phone number). This data is used solely to respond to your inquiries and is processed in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) for users in the European Union.

• For more details, please review our Privacy Policy

6. Limitation of Liability

• The Website is provided “as is” without warranties of any kind, express or implied.

• We are not liable for any damages arising from your use of the Website, including but not limited to direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages.

7. Termination

• We reserve the right to suspend or restrict access to the Website at our discretion, without notice, for any violation of these Terms.

8. Governing Law

• These Terms are governed by the laws of Portugal. Any disputes arising under these Terms will be resolved in the courts of Funchal, Madeira.

9. Changes to These Terms

• We may update these Terms from time to time. The updated version will be posted on the Website with the revised “Last Updated” date. Continued use of the Website after changes constitutes your acceptance of the new Terms.

10. Contact Us

• If you have questions about these Terms, please contact us at:

  • Email: [email protected]

  • WhatsApp: +351960004192

By using www.madeiravelvetpaws.com, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to these Terms of Service.