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Buyer Terms

Last updated: 1 May 2026

These Buyer Terms govern your use of Patterneers to purchase digital craft patterns. By completing a purchase, you agree to these terms in addition to our Terms of Use and Refund Policy.

1. Purchasing

1.1 Purchase Agreement

When you purchase a pattern, you enter a direct contract with the seller. Patterneers facilitates the transaction but is not a party to the sale agreement between you and the seller.

1.2 Payment

All payments are processed in GBP through Stripe. Payment must be received before accessing purchased patterns.

1.3 Transaction Confirmation

You will receive a confirmation email with download links after completing your purchase. Patterns remain accessible from your account.

2. Pattern License

2.1 What You Receive

When you purchase a pattern, you receive a license to use that pattern according to the license type purchased.

2.2 Personal Use License (Included)

Every purchase includes a Personal Use License, permitting you to:

  • Make finished items for yourself (personal projects, gifts)
  • Share photos of finished items on social media (credit appreciated)
  • Modify the pattern for your personal use
  • Teach crafting skills to others in a non-commercial setting

2.3 Commercial Use License (If Available)

Some sellers offer a Commercial Use License for an additional fee. This permits:

  • Selling finished items made from the pattern
  • Using the pattern in your craft business
  • Teaching crafting skills commercially

Commercial licenses are per-designer. Check the seller's shop for commercial license terms.

2.4 Restrictions (Both License Types)

Neither license permits you to:

  • Share, redistribute, or resell the pattern file
  • Post the pattern file publicly (including file sharing sites)
  • Create a competing marketplace using this pattern
  • Claim the pattern as your own original design

2.5 Finished Items

The copyright in a finished item made by following a pattern belongs to you. However, the pattern itself remains the intellectual property of the designer. Photos of finished items may be shared freely (with credit if the seller requests).

3. Digital Delivery

3.1 Download Access

Purchased patterns are available for download from your account. Download links remain active for the lifetime of your account.

3.2 File Formats

Patterns are delivered in the formats listed in the product description. Common formats include PDF, chart files (KSF, charts), and video tutorials (MP4).

3.3 Download Limits

You may download each purchased pattern up to 10 times. If you need additional downloads, contact support.

3.4 Preview Images

Watermarked preview images are available on the product page before purchase. Review previews carefully before buying.

4. Refunds

Our Refund Policy governs refunds. Key points for buyers:

  • Refund window: 14 days from purchase
  • Eligibility: file corrupted, pattern not as described, download never received
  • Non-refundable: change of mind, buyer's mistake, after downloading

See our Refund Policy for full details.

5. Disputes with Sellers

5.1 Contact the Seller First

If you have an issue with a purchase, contact the seller directly through your order history. Most issues can be resolved directly.

5.2 Escalation to Patterneers

If you cannot resolve the issue with the seller within 7 days, you may escalate to Patterneers support. Provide your order number and a description of the issue.

5.3 Chargebacks

You agree not to initiate a chargeback with your bank unless you have first attempted to resolve the issue through Patterneers. Unjustified chargebacks may result in account suspension.

5.4 Cannot Pursue Both Refund and Chargeback

You cannot simultaneously pursue a refund through Patterneers and a chargeback through your bank. Choose one resolution pathway.

6. Your Responsibilities

6.1 Account Security

Keep your account credentials secure. You are responsible for all activity under your account.

6.2 Accurate Information

Provide accurate information when purchasing. Ensure your email address is correct for order confirmations.

6.3 License Compliance

Use patterns only according to the license you purchased. If you want to sell items made from a pattern, purchase a Commercial Use License if available.

6.4 Age Requirement

You must be at least 16 years old to make purchases. Users under 18 confirm they have parental consent.

7. Consumer Rights

Under the Consumer Rights Act 2015, digital content purchased from a UK business must:

  • Be of satisfactory quality
  • Be fit for purpose
  • Match the description given

If a pattern is defective (corrupted file, incomplete instructions), you may be entitled to a refund under consumer law, regardless of our Refund Policy.

8. Contact

Questions about these Buyer Terms? Contact us at support@patterneers.com