Terms of service

Terms & Conditions

Last updated: 06-02-2025

Welcome to Second Shelf, a brand operated by Ink Orbit Media Private Limited.
By accessing or using our website secondself.co, purchasing our products, or engaging with our services, you agree to be bound by the following Terms & Conditions. Please read them carefully.

If you do not agree with these terms, you should not use this website or purchase our products.

1. About Second Shelf

Second Shelf is a knowledge-led product studio that creates and curates books, learning artefacts, and knowledge objects designed for thinking, learning, and reflection.

Second Shelf operates as a catalogue-first, product-based brand. We do not offer publishing services, paid submissions, or vanity publishing under any circumstances.

2. Eligibility to Use the Website

By using this website, you confirm that:

  • You are at least 18 years of age, or

  • You are accessing the website under the supervision of a legal guardian.

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

3. Products Offered

Second Shelf sells both physical and digital products, including but not limited to:

  • Printed books and learning materials

  • Digital products such as e-books (PDF format)

All product descriptions, specifications, and prices are subject to change without prior notice.

4. Orders & Payments

  • All orders placed on secondself.co are subject to acceptance and availability.

  • Prices listed on the website are final unless otherwise stated.

  • Payments must be completed at the time of purchase through our supported payment methods.

  • We reserve the right to cancel or refuse any order at our discretion, including in cases of suspected fraud or incorrect pricing.

5. Shipping & Delivery

Physical Products

  • Physical products are dispatched within two working days using our shipping partners.

  • Average delivery time: 7–10 days

  • Metropolitan cities: Typically 2–3 days

  • Other cities: Typically 3–4 days

Delivery timelines may vary due to location, logistics, or external factors beyond our control.

Digital Products (E-books)

  • Digital products are processed within one working day.

  • You will receive an email containing the PDF file at your registered email address.

  • Digital products are delivered electronically and do not involve physical shipping.

6. Returns, Refunds & Cancellations

Physical Products

  • Returns are accepted only if the item is received in a damaged condition.

  • Return requests must be initiated within 7 days of delivery.

  • The product must be returned in its original packaging with all tags intact.

  • All returns are subject to inspection and approval.

Once approved, refunds will be processed to the original payment method within 10 business days.

Digital Products

  • Due to the nature of digital products, e-books and other downloadable content are non-returnable and non-refundable once delivered.

7. Intellectual Property

All content on this website, including but not limited to:

  • Text

  • Book designs

  • Covers

  • Illustrations

  • Logos

  • Branding

  • Digital files

is the intellectual property of Ink Orbit Media Private Limited or its licensors and is protected under applicable copyright and intellectual property laws.

You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, or commercially exploit any content without prior written permission.

8. Use of Content

Products purchased from Second Shelf are for personal use only, unless explicitly stated otherwise.

You may not:

  • Resell digital products

  • Share, distribute, or upload digital files publicly

  • Use content for commercial training, redistribution, or duplication without authorization

Violation of this clause may result in legal action.

9. User Conduct

You agree not to:

  • Misuse the website

  • Attempt unauthorized access to systems or data

  • Upload malicious content

  • Engage in activity that disrupts website functionality

We reserve the right to restrict or terminate access for violations of these terms.

10. Limitation of Liability

Second Shelf and Ink Orbit Media Private Limited shall not be liable for:

  • Indirect, incidental, or consequential damages

  • Loss of data, revenue, or business

  • Delays or failures caused by third-party service providers

Our liability, if any, shall be limited to the amount paid for the product in question.

11. External Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the content, policies, or practices of external sites.

Accessing third-party links is at your own risk.

12. Modifications to Terms

We reserve the right to update or modify these Terms & Conditions at any time without prior notice. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting on the website.

Continued use of the website constitutes acceptance of the revised terms.

13. Governing Law & Jurisdiction

These Terms & Conditions shall be governed by and interpreted in accordance with the laws of India.

Any disputes shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts located in India.

14. Contact Information

For any questions, concerns, or support requests, please contact:

Second Shelf
A brand of Ink Orbit Media Private Limited
Website: https://secondself.co
Email: hello@secondshelf.co