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Policies & Disclaimers

 
Privacy Policy

At Google we recognize that privacy is important. Unless stated otherwise, our current Privacy Notice applies to all information that we have about you and your account. The following statements outline how and what the information is collected by APARecommends.com:
  • APARecommends.com collects personal information when you purchase any product from APA Recommends or otherwise voluntarily provide such information.
     
  • APARecommends.com uses cookies and other technologies to enhance your online experience and to learn about how you use our site in order to improve the quality of our services.
     
  • APARecommends.com automatically record information when you visit our website  including the URL, IP address, browser type and language, and the date and time of your request/visit.
Information we collect and how we use it

In order to provide you a better services, we may collect the following types of information:
  • Information you provide – When you make a purchase or request any specific information, we ask you for personal information (such as your name, email address, etc.).
     
  • Cookies – When you visit our site, we send one or more cookies – a small file containing a string of characters – to your computer that uniquely identifies your browser. We use cookies to improve the quality of our service.
     
  • Affiliated  – We may offer some of our services in connection with other businesses / web sites. We do not share your personal information with anyone. The affiliated sites may have different privacy practices and we encourage you to read their privacy policies.
     
  • Links – APARecommends.com may present links in a format that enables us to keep track of whether these links have been followed.
    Other sites – This Privacy Policy applies to Google services only.
     
  • Other sites - Some APARecommends.com pages may provide links to other Internet sites for the convenience of users. APARecommends.com responsible for the availability or content of these external sites, nor does APARecommends.com endorse, warrant, or guarantee the products, services, or information described or offered at these other Internet sites.

    We have no control over affiliated / other sites or links from within our various pages / products. These other sites may place their own cookies or other files on your computer, collect data or solicit personal information from you.

    It is the responsibility of the user to examine the copyright and licensing restrictions of linked pages and to secure all necessary permissions.
Royalty-Free Background Music & Sound License

You are free to use any music CD purchased from Alternative Practitioner Academy (APA) as background music to be played in your office and/or during your individual/group sessions.

For any other usage, the following terms and conditions apply:

  • You must attribute the work as "Background music provided by www.APARecommends.com"
     
  • You may not trade in the music itself
    You may not trade in the music, i.e. to sell it as a music track, include it on a music CD for sale, offer it for sale or licensing through a web site, or other means of trading in the music as a music product.
     
  • You may not create derived works
    You are not allowed to create derived works of our music. What this means is that you cannot buy the music, add your own instruments/modifications, and then treat that as your own music. 

    You are however allowed to use our music as background music and add your voice over the music in products such as healing/meditation/hypnosis CDs, self-help CD, audio-books and similar.

Note. It is advised that you include a disclaimer with each audio CD that contains brainwave entrainment.
 

Return Policy

You may return new, unopened items sold and fulfilled by APARecommends.com that are not listed under the Not Returnable Items section within 30 days of delivery for a full or partial refund less S & H. Items should be returned in their original product packaging with the copy of your invoice.

We can process returns and refunds only for items directly purchased from and fulfilled by APARecommends.com

You should expect to receive your refund within 4 (four) weeks of giving your package to the return shipper.

This time period includes the transit time for us to receive your return from the shipper (5 to 10 business days), the time it takes us to process your return once we receive it (3 to 5 business days), and the time it takes your bank to process our refund request (5 to 10 business days).

We'll notify you via e-mail of your refund once we've received and processed the returned item.

Not Returnable Items

APARecommends.com does not accept returns for the following items:

  • Any product missing the serial number or UPC
     
  • Downloadable products
     
  • Gift certificates

If you are due a refund for non-returnable items, a refund may be issued only when you contact us about your product issue.

Partial Refunds

Partial Refunds will be issued for the following items:

  • Most items that are returned more than 30 days after delivery
     
  • Any item that has obvious signs of use
     
  • Any CD, DVD, VHS tape, software, or cassette tape that has been opened/taken out of its plastic wrap. (If you discover that the item is defective after the package is opened, a full refund or replacement will still be granted.)
     
  • Any item not returned in the condition it was received

Your partial refund will be calculated as follows:

How Refunds Are Calculated?

Refunds are requested after we receive and process your return.

The amount of your refund depends on several factors and will be calculated as follows:

  • Any unopened media item or non-media item in original condition that is returned more than 30 days after delivery: 80% of item's price
     
  • Any book that has obvious signs of use: 50% of item's price
     
  • Any CD, DVD, VHS tape, software, or cassette tape that has been opened (taken out of its plastic wrap): 50% of item's price
     
  • Any item that is not in its original condition, is damaged, or is missing parts for reasons not due to our error and returned within 30 days after delivery: up to 50% of item's price
     
  • If you return an order that was placed using a promotional certificate or discount, you will not be refunded for the amount of the promotional offer, as these discounts were deducted from the original purchase amount

 
Content Disclaimer
  • All information provided in official Alternative Practitioner Academy (APA) sites is provided for information purposes only and does not constitute a legal contract between the APA and any person or entity unless otherwise specified.

    Information on official APA web sites is subject to change without prior notice. Although every reasonable effort is made to present current and accurate information, the APA makes no guarantees of any kind.
     
  • Health related topics found on APARecommends.com or any other APA site, should not be used for diagnosing purposes or be substituted for medical advice.

    As with any new or ongoing treatment, always consult your professional healthcare providers before introducing any new health care modality.

    It is your responsibility to research the accuracy, completeness, and usefulness of all opinions, services, and other information found on the site, and to consult with your professional health care provider as to whether the information can benefit you.

    The APA assumes no responsibility or liability for any consequence resulting directly or indirectly for any action or inaction you take based on or made in reliance on the information, services, or material on or linked to this site.
     
  • Since medical developments occur daily, this or any other APA site may contain outdated material. While the APA makes every reasonable effort to present current and accurate information, no guarantee of any kind is made. The APA is not liable for any damage or loss related to the accuracy, completeness or timeliness of any information contained on this site.
     
  • The user of any product purchased from APA on this site or any other APA locations agrees that this and every product on this site is not intended as a replacement for medical or psychological treatment. No medical claims are intended, expressed or implied.  
Brainwave Entrainment Disclaimer

Those meeting any of the following conditions, whether knowingly or not, should not use brainwave entrainment products such as Light & Sound Machines and/or audio products that contain brainwave entrainment (hereby referred as BWE):
  • Epileptics
  • Pregnant women
  • Those who are wearing a pacemaker
  • Those prone to or have had seizures
  • Those who are photosensitive

Individuals under the influence of medication or drugs, should consult a physician before the use of BWE products.

BWE products are not to be used while under the influence of alcohol or other mood altering substances, whether they are legal or illegal.

Children under the age of 18 are to be examined by a physician for epilepsy or illnesses that may contribute to seizures prior to the use of BWE products, as they are more susceptible to seizures.

Finally, DO NOT LISTEN TO ANY BWE AUDIO WHILE DRIVING OR OPERATING MACHINERY.

The user of the BWE products assumes all risks in using them, waiving any claims against Alternative Practitioner Academy (APA) for any and all mental or physical injuries. The user also agrees to assume liabilities when allowing other persons to use or listen to BWE products obtained from APA.

In no case will APA be liable for chance, accidental, special, direct or indirect damages resulting from use, misuse or defects of its products, instructions or documentation.
 


 
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