Terms of Use

Welcome to the Piko Books website. This website is operated by Piko Books (“Piko Books”, “we”, “us” or “our”). By accessing or using this website, you agree to these Terms of Use. If you do not agree with these terms, please do not use the website.

1. About this website

This website provides information about Piko Books, our books, upcoming publications, and related products or services.

We may update, change, or remove website content at any time without notice. While we aim to keep all information accurate and current, we cannot guarantee that every description, image, price, or other detail will always be complete or error-free.

2. Intellectual property

Unless otherwise stated, all content on this website is owned by or licensed to Piko Books. This includes:

  • Books, stories and written contentIllustrations, artwork and photographs

  • Logos, branding, and graphic designs

  • Website text and page layouts

  • Downloadable materials

This content is protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

You may view and download website content for your personal, non-commercial use. You must not copy, reproduce, modify, distribute, publish, sell, or commercially use our content without prior written permission from Piko Books.

The Piko Books name, logo, and associated branding must not be used in a way that suggests an endorsement, partnership, or connection with us without our written permission.

3. Acceptable use

You agree not to use this website:

  • For any unlawful, fraudulent, or harmful purpose

  • To interfere with the operation or security of the website

  • To introduce viruses, malicious code, or other harmful material

  • To attempt to access restricted areas or information without permission

  • To collect information about other users without their consent

  • To copy or misuse our content or intellectual property

  • In a way that could damage the reputation or rights of Piko Books or another person

We may restrict or block access to the website if we reasonably believe these terms have been breached.

4. Information for parents and caregivers

Our books and website content may be created for children, but this website is intended to be accessed and used by adults.

Children should use the website only with the involvement and supervision of a parent or legal guardian. Children should not provide personal information through this website without the permission of a parent or guardian.

5. Purchases

If products are available for purchase through this website, additional terms—including our shipping, returns, refund, and privacy policies—may apply.

Product availability, prices, and publication dates may change. We may correct pricing or product information errors and cancel affected orders where reasonably necessary.

Nothing in these Terms of Use excludes, restricts, or modifies any rights or remedies that cannot lawfully be excluded under the Australian Consumer Law or other applicable legislation.

6. Newsletter and communications

If you subscribe to our newsletter or register your interest in an upcoming publication, you agree to receive relevant news, publication announcements, and promotional communications from Piko Books.

You can unsubscribe at any time by using the unsubscribe link included in our emails or by contacting us.

Our handling of personal information is explained in our Privacy Policy.

7. Third-party websites

This website may contain links to third-party websites, retailers, or services. These links are provided for convenience only.

Piko Books does not control and is not responsible for the content, availability, security, products, services or privacy practices of third-party websites. Visiting or purchasing through an external website is at your own discretion and subject to that website’s terms and policies.

8. Disclaimer

We take reasonable care when preparing the information on this website. However, to the extent permitted by law, we do not guarantee that the website will always be available, secure, or free from errors.

The content provided on this website is general information only and should not be treated as professional, legal, educational, medical, or religious advice.

9. Limitation of liability

To the extent permitted by law, Piko Books will not be liable for any loss or damage resulting from:

  • Your use of or inability to access this website

  • Reliance on information provided on the website

  • Third-party websites, products, or services

  • Viruses, technical interruptions, or other harmful material beyond our reasonable control

Nothing in these terms limits any liability that cannot legally be excluded or limited.

10. Changes to these terms

We may update these Terms of Use occasionally to reflect changes to our website, business practices, or legal obligations.

The updated terms will be published on this page with a revised “Last updated” date. By continuing to use the website after changes are published, you agree to the updated terms.

11. Governing law

These Terms of Use are governed by the laws of Queensland, Australia. You submit to the jurisdiction of the courts of Queensland and any courts entitled to hear appeals from them.

If you access this website from outside Australia, you are responsible for complying with the laws that apply in your location.