Conditions of Sale

Terms and Conditions of sale

Please make sure you read and agree to these terms before placing your order. You may wish to print a copy of these terms for future reference in case of warranty claims.

1. Definitions

1.1 Buyer: The customer/company, who purchased the goods from us the "seller" and also to whom the goods are invoiced to.
1.2 Seller: Meaning Glitchtech Gaming UK, the product manufacturer.
1.3 Terms and Conditions: This document that outlines the contract between the "seller" and the "buyer", which is agreed to at point of sale.
1.4 Contract: The contract between the "buyer" and "seller" which these terms and conditions relate to.
1.5 Goods: The product that you agreed to purchase, as given in the order confirmation.
1.6 Price: The price given on the order confirmation and also at the bottom of the invoice as agreed by the "buyer". This price includes VAT @ the current rate.
1.7 Order Confirmation: The document given from the "seller" to the "buyer" to show what products and services are included for the given price which includes VAT @ the current rate.
1.8 Hardware: The physical attributes of the product supplied by the "seller".
1.9 Software: The programs that require installation by the "buyer" and also require registered licences for this software to operate.
1.10 Estimated Delivery Time: The date on which the "seller" expects the product to be built, tested and ready for dispatch to the "buyer".
1.11 Delivery date: The date on which the "seller" informs the "buyer" when our chosen courier service will deliver the purchased item to the "buyer".
1.12 Working Day: The working day is classed as any day between Monday 9am to Friday 5:30pm, excluding bank holidays and known public holidays.
1.13 RPA Number: Return Product Authorisation number, obtained by a representative of the "seller" in case of goods returning.
1.14 Collect and Return: The "seller" organises a date to collect goods from the "buyer" at the "seller's" expense. This can only be between 9am Monday to 5pm Friday.
1.15 User Damage: User damage is any damaged parts internal or external not reported within 48 hours of the initial delivery. User damage then becomes the responsibility of the "buyer".
1.16 EOL (End of Life): Parts that are no longer available or manufactured as new.
1.17 Data Protection Laws: The General Data Protection Regulation (EU) 2016/679 (GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.

2. Structure of Contract

2.1 These Terms of Sale applies to all goods supplied by Glitchtech Gaming UK, the "seller" whose registered business address is 13 Muirfield Walk, Hartlepool, TS27 3QE.
2.2 This contact does not apply to anyone who has not received an order confirmation from the "seller", acknowledging the order which was placed. Not until this order confirmation has been sent to the "buyer", the "seller" and the "buyer" are in a legally binding contract.
2.3 The "seller" reserves the right to change the terms given in this contract for any future sales.
2.4 The "buyer" has the right to cancel this contract as detailed in section 7 of this contract.

3. Data Protection

3.1 The information given to the "seller" via the secure online payment service, and for the purposes of a purchase or potential purchase will be kept secure and handled in compliance with Data Protection Laws and processed only for the reasons set out in our Privacy Policy.
3.2 Where purchase of the Goods includes such set-up or support services, including but not limited to installation, re-building, maintenance, testing, troubleshooting and repair, the "seller" may have access to, be hosting or otherwise processing personal data of the "buyer". When the seller is hosting or accessing "buyer" personal data, then for the purposes of the Data Protection Legislation, the "buyer" is the data controller and the "seller" is the data processor.
3.3 In any event that the "seller" is the data processor of the "buyer" personal data, then the "buyer" shall:
a) instruct the "seller" of the scope, nature and purpose of processing by way of the order or otherwise in writing; the duration of the processing and the types of personal data and categories of data subject.
b) ensure that it has all necessary appropriate lawful bases, consents and notices in place to enable lawful transfer of the personal data to the "seller" for the duration and purposes of the order.
a) Comply with all applicable requirements of the Data Protection Legislation. This clause 3 is in addition to, and does not relieve, remove or replace, a party's obligations under the Data Protection Legislation.
b) Process that personal data only on the documented instructions of the "buyer", including with regard to transfers of personal data to a third country or international organisation (unless the "seller" is required by any applicable laws to process the data, in which case it shall promptly notify the "buyer" of this before performing the processing required by the applicable laws, unless those applicable laws prohibit the "seller" from so notifying the "buyer").
c) Ensure that all personnel who have access to and/or process personal data are obliged to keep the personal data confidential.
d) Ensure that it has in place appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect against unauthorised or unlawful processing of personal data and against accidental loss or destruction of, damage to, personal data, appropriate to the harm that might result from the unauthorised or unlawful processing or accidental loss, destruction or damage and the nature of the data to be protected, having regard to the state of technological development and the cost of implementing any measures (those measures may include, where appropriate, pseudonymising and encrypting personal data, ensuring confidentiality, integrity, availability and resilience of its systems and services, ensuring that availability of and access to personal data can be restored in a timely manner after an incident, and regularly assessing and evaluating the effectiveness of the technical and organisational measures adopted by it).
e) Appoint sub-processors of the buyer personal data; and shall enter into a written agreement with such sub-processors incorporating terms which are substantially the same as those set out in this clause 3. The "seller" shall remain fully liable for all acts and omissions of any sub-processor appointed by it pursuant to this clause 3.4 (e) and the "buyer" acknowledges that the "seller" may make such appointments.
f) Assist the "buyer" in responding to any request from a data subject and in ensuring compliance with its obligations under the Data Protection Legislation with respect to security, breach notifications, impact assessments and consultations with supervisory authorities or regulators.
g) At the direction of the "buyer", delete or return personal data and copies thereof on completion of the services (unless required by applicable laws to store the personal data).
h) Maintain records to demonstrate its compliance with this clause 3 and allow for audits by the "buyer" or the "buyer's" designated auditor.
i) Notify the "buyer" on becoming aware of a personal data breach, or of any instruction by the "buyer" that the "seller" believes infringes the Data Protection Legislation.
3.5 The terms 'personal data', 'data controller', 'data processor', 'data breach', 'processing', 'data subject' and 'sub-processor' in this clause will have the same meanings as defined in the Data Protection Legislation.

4. Descriptions & Pricing of the goods.

4.1 The price that needs to be paid by the "buyer" will be shown on the website prior to you ordering the system.
4.2 All final prices are shown on our website has the applicable VAT rate added onto them already, so the final price is inclusive of VAT @ the current rate.
4.3 If the goods are not available, or not in stock at time of ordering, the "seller" will inform you and a decision will be made to either change the goods for an equivalent model or a refund for the price of the goods will be given.
4.4 While we take every precaution so that our website prices are correct on a daily basis, sometimes they can be listed incorrectly. We will contact you as soon as we realise an error has occurred on the pricing and discuss this with you.
4.5 The description and price of goods is given on the website at the time you place the order. When you place the order, you agree to pay this price given.
4.6 Once the "goods" have been shipped, the "price" is final and no discounts can be added.
4.7 If "goods" are purchased using "bitcoin" as the selected payment method. The bitcoin price will be arrived at using a bitcoin calculator at the moment of purchase, via our payment gateway.

5. Payment

5.1 Payment should be made by the means shown on the website at time of ordering.
5.2 CNP (Card holder not present) checks will need to be processed to prevent fraud if your shipping and billing address differ, or if the "seller" deems necessary. The "seller" reserves the right to ask for more information from the "buyer" to enable us to perform these checks, and will not pass this information on to 3rd parties unless the "buyer" is informed first (except in cases where local authorities or police need to be informed). If the "buyer" does not make a reasonable attempt to give the "seller" this information, then the order placed shall be cancelled.
5.3 Once you have received the order confirmation e-mail, the "seller" will debit your account within 2-3 working days.

6. Delivery of the goods.

6.1 The goods as listed in the order confirmation document shall be delivered to the original address given on the order form, and this address only.
6.2 The "seller" reserves the right to choose which courier is deemed most appropriate to deliver the goods.
6.3 The goods become property of the "buyer" once delivered to the given address by our courier service. The risk of loss and damage then is transferred to the "buyer", once signed for.
6.4 We will make every effort to honour an order within 10 WORKING days from the order being placed. If outside influence (i.e. Stock issues, Compatibility issues, General testing issues, Festive postal time schedules. i.e Christmas Holidays.) arise and we can not meet this timescale, then a representative shall call to discuss further options of different parts, or even cancellation of the order.
6.5 When you sign for the goods on delivery, you are accepting them as they are delivered. It is your responsibility to sign for them as damaged (if the goods are physically damaged) or unchecked (if you can't check them first) before the courier service leaves the premises. IT IS NORMAL PRACTICE WHEN RECEIVING GOODS TO SIGN FOR THEM AS DAMAGED IF ANY SIGNS OF MALTREATMENT IS EVIDENT. BY AGREEING TO THESE TERMS AND CONDITIONS THE "buyer" AGREES THAT THE LIABILITY OF DAMAGE IS RELIEVED FROM THE COURIER AND PLACED ON THE "buyer" AS SOON AS THE DELIVERY SHEET IS SIGNED. ANY RESULTING REPAIR DUE TO DAMAGE THAT WAS NOT SIGNED FOR AS "DAMAGED/UNCHECKED", THE "buyer" MUST PAY FOR THE DAMAGED PARTS IF REQUIRED, AS THE COURIER INSURANCE IS VOID.
6.6 If you have items missing or receive incorrect items, you must inform the "seller" by e-mail (sales@glitchtechgaming.com) within 48hrs of receiving.

7. Your right of Cancellation.

We, as an E-Tailer, are governed by the Consumer Contract Regulations, as shown "https://www.gov.uk/government/uploads/system/uploads/attachment_data/file/429300/bis-13-1368-consumer-contracts-information-cancellation-and-additional-payments-regulations-guidance.pdf" here.
7.1 The "buyer" has a right to cancel this contract within 14 days from the date of invoice, provided a valid RPA number is obtained from a representative of the "seller".
7.2 To exercise your right to cancel, you must contact Glitchtech Gaming by E-mail (sales@glitchtechgaming.com) giving all order information.
7.3 Once you have notified the "seller" and obtained a valid RPA number, you must ship all goods back to the "seller" within 7 working days. Once received within this timeframe, the "seller" will issue a refund the total sum for the purchase within 14 working days. When returning any goods, original packaging (Including cables, peripherals and documents) must be provided.
7.4 Any damages to the goods "user damage" or missing items from the original invoice document will be deducted from the final refund sum.
7.5 The "seller" cannot under any circumstances issue refunds for software that has been activated or opened by the "buyer" (Outer packing removed and product installed on the PC). This is because any software activated is tied to the hardware of the PC and can not be re-activated on a different set of components. Provided the Operating System installed on the PC has not been activated, a refund for this can be issued. Please see section 13d of the Distance Selling Act for more information on this.
7.6 If you cancel an order that has already commenced warehousing building stages, a sum of £50 will be charged for administration and labour costs to cover the work already done.
7.7 Any services that were ordered with the goods, and/or any outlay from the "seller" in the manufacturing process of the "goods" are non-refundable. These services include Rush orders, professional wiring, overclocking and transportation.
7.8 All systems must be returned by the "buyer" to the "seller" in original boxes and must have all manuals, cables, discs, documentation and any other accessories included. If the goods are found to be incomplete, the "seller" will deduct the amount from the final refund sum in order to cover costs for replacement items.
7.9 The "buyer" is solely responsible to make sure that any returned goods are in a good working order, and in a resellable condition. Any goods found to be unacceptable in appearance (scratches, dents and/or general cosmetic damage), or not fit to re-sell will be deducted from the final refund sum.
7.10 Under no circumstances can the "seller" collect parts or whole products for refunds.
7.11 It is standard practice to make sure that any packages coming back to the "seller" are insured for damage and also signature registered by the postal company.

8. Warranty Claims.

8.1 The purchased product is covered under warranty by the "seller" for 3 years commencing on the date the "buyer" received the PC. This warranty is limited to 3 years parts. This includes a repair or replace process, whichever is the lowest value.
8.2 All hardware parts which are in a built system from the "seller" are covered for 3 years commencing the date the "buyer" received the PC.
8.3 All monitors purchased from the "seller" will be warranted for 1 year only commencing the date the "buyer" received it. The "buyer" can often deal directly with the monitor manufacturers to obtain warranty claims for repairs/replacements. If the "buyer" chooses to use the "seller" for warranty repairs/replacements on monitors, the "seller" will deal direct with the manufacturer and obtain repairs/replacements from them.
8.4 All repair labour costs are covered by the "seller" for 3 years commencing on the date the "buyer" received the PC.
8.5 All parts extracted as faulty from a repaired PC belong to the "seller".
8.6 The "seller" reserves the right to use new and reconditioned parts during warranty repairs or replacements.
8.7 The "buyer" has a responsibility to make sure the product is securely packaged when returning to the "seller". If products are found to be packed inadequately and not in original boxes supplied by the "seller" then the "buyer" will need to pay for any repairs due to damage caused by this. The courier service will not be held responsible for any damage occurring to the product because of bad/inadequate packing. In regards to this, we recommend that you keep all outer packing for the product for the duration of its duty, to enable you to send it back to us in a well packaged manor. It is also the "buyer" who is responsible to insure and request registered signature post techniques to cover themselves for loss or damage.
8.8 Monitors purchased from the "seller" should be considered as class 2 (unless specified otherwise) which comply with ISO 13406-2 which details Dead pixel policy for LCD screens. The "seller" can not guarantee that all LCD panels will be free from dead pixels, or that the manufacturer of the monitor will replace it.
8.9 If you send a product back that has a software fault, you will be charged £25 for us to recover the system back to factory settings. You are given a recovery disk to rescue the PC if needs be.
8.10 The "seller" can not be held responsible for loss of data, or need to remind you about backing up your data. Your data is your responsibility and you should take all necessary precautions to reinstate if a loss occurs.
8.11 If the "buyer" instructs a 3rd party organisation or individual to perform repairs on the PC, then the warranty on the product could be VOID (to the discretion of the "seller"). The "seller" can not under any circumstances pay for 3rd party organisations or individuals to do any work on the product, even after it has already been completed. If you have any problems with the product, you need to inform us by e-mail (info@glitchtechgaming.com) or write to us at Glitchtech Gaming(UK), 13 Muirfield Walk, Hartlepool, TS27 3QE.
8.12 The "seller" is not responsible or liable for any time spent by the "buyer" in setting up the "goods" or any time trouble shooting for problems with the "goods". This includes any time taken waiting for delivery or collection of the "goods".
8.13 If you return a product in its entirety or just partly, then it must have a valid RPA number on the package which is given to you by a representative. Any packages without a valid RPA number or no RPA documentation at all will be rejected. The "buyer" will not be able to claim back any costs on postage if a package is rejected.
8.14 The "buyer" is allowed under the terms of warranty to install 3rd party parts/software on the system, without voiding the warranty. However, the following terms must be adhered to:
a) If any components in the system are physically damaged due to mistreatment or the fitting of new components, the warranty will be void.
b) It is your responsibility to check that your new components are compatible with all aspects of your system. If any new components installed by yourself or a 3rd party cause issues with the system, the warranty will be void.
c) The "seller" has no legal obligation and will not support you with installing or configuring the 3rd party components or software.
d) The "seller" has measures in place to be able to prove that parts have been moved or damaged by the "buyer".
e) If you install new hardware/software into your PC and everything is ok, then the warranty is still valid.
8.15 The "seller" will collect any goods (be it entire PC or just parts) for free within 3 calendar months from the date the "buyer" received the PC (except in cases of refunds) at a UK mainland address. After this grace period, if you have not upgraded to our "collect and return" warranty service, the "buyer" will need to pay for any shipping to us. The "seller" is able to operate a collect service with a courier chosen by the "seller" for a fee, which will be discussed if the "buyer" requires it. Purchases over 1 year from the date the "buyer" received the goods do not qualify for any collection service.
8.16 The "seller" will try to turn around any repair/replacement parts within a reasonable timeframe from the date receiving. In some "EOL" cases, a part may need to be sent back to the original manufacturer or supplier for replacement as the "seller" cannot find a suitable replacement. This is unfortunately un-avoidable because the parts are no longer manufactured.
8.17 All warranty terms apply to UK mainland only. Any claimants outside of the UK mainland will need to pay shipping to the "seller" and also back to the "buyer" in case of warranty claims. If the "buyer" and product are currently out of the UK mainland address scope, the "seller" can not refund any shipping costs (even within the 1 month grace period).
8.18 Any fair "wear and tear" claims are not valid under this warranty. New products will need to be purchased if faults have arisen due to wear and tear.
8.19 Any damage to the products (such as scratched or cracked PC case) should be reported to the "seller" within 48hrs of receiving the goods, and have valid photo evidence showing this. If damage is not reported within this timeframe, the "buyer" must pay for a replacement part, or accept it as it is. This is classed as "user damage".
8.20 Any packages shipped back under the warranty period that have sustained damage, the "buyer" will be notified with an explanation of why the "seller" believes this has happened. The "seller" will also provide photo evidence for use in insurance claims.
8.21 When a product's entirety or parts are replaced under warranty, the warranty term is not extended under any circumstance.
8.22 Accidental damage, misuse, problems with electrical power, servicing by 3rd parties, acts of god and usage not in accordance to product specifications (i.e. the "buyer" overclocking the system) shall not be covered under this warranty. This is classed as "user damage".
8.23 Due to the nature of the Watercooling Kits, we can only offer 1 year parts warranty on these. Please make sure you regularly maintain your kit by topping up and clearing dust.
8.24 The "seller" will try their upmost to fix an issue back for warranty repair using information provided by the "buyer" previous to the RPA request. If no issue is found within 5 working days of stress testing, the PC will be sent back and a charge of £50 will be required as a No Fault Fee.

9. Our responsibility for loss or damage suffered by you.

9.1 We are responsible to you for foreseeable loss and damage caused by us. If we fail to comply with these terms, we are responsible for loss or damage you suffer that is a foreseeable result of our breaking this contract or our failing to use reasonable care and skill, but we are not responsible for any loss or damage that is not foreseeable. Loss or damage is foreseeable if either it is obvious that it will happen or if, at the time the contract was made, both we and you knew it might happen, for example, if you discussed it with us during the sales process.

9.2 We do not exclude or limit in any way our liability to you where it would be unlawful to do so. This includes liability for death or personal injury caused by our negligence or the negligence of our employees, agents or subcontractors; for fraud or fraudulent misrepresentation; for breach of your legal rights in relation to the products including the right to receive products which are: as described and match information we provided to you and any sample or model seen or examined by you; of satisfactory quality; fit for any particular purpose made known to us; supplied with reasonable skill and care and, where installed by us, correctly installed]; and for defective products under the Consumer Protection Act 1987.

9.3 If defective digital content which we have supplied damages a device or digital content belonging to you and this is caused by our failure to use reasonable care and skill we will either repair the damage or pay you compensation. However, we will not be liable for damage which you could have avoided by following our advice to apply an update offered to you free of charge or for damage which was caused by you failing to correctly follow installation instructions or to have in place the minimum system requirements advised by us.

9.4 We are not liable for business losses. We only supply the products for domestic and private use. If you use the products for any commercial, business or re-sale purpose we will have no liability to you for any loss of profit, loss of business, business interruption, or loss of business opportunity.

10. Miscellaneous.

10.1 The "seller" can not be held responsible for any typographical errors or omission on the website. This includes any pricing issues, product naming issues, product specification issues and product image changes.
10.2 All images on the website (www.glitchtechgaming.com) should be used as reference only, and do not represent the actual finalised build, colour or appearance.
10.3 Colours and styles may vary on our systems.
10.4 The maximum overclock shall be attempted by the "seller" (if an overclocked system has been ordered), however only the minimum shall be guaranteed. Under no circumstances shall the overclock be increased by the "buyer" once the PC has been shipped, unless authorised Glitchtech staff on the phone, e-mail or forum.
10.5 All website designs, layouts and image rights belong to the "seller" and/or the original manufacturer of the goods.
10.6 When supplied as B2B EEE the producer passes all WEEE obligations to the end user.
10.7 The benchmarks scoring of the systems are given at the time to the best of our knowledge regarding the system. This is subject to change due to the nature of games and their development. No liability can be accepted for less than advertised performance.

11. Jurisdiction

These terms of sale and the supply of the goods will be subject to English law, and the English courts will have jurisdiction in respect of any dispute arising from the terms and conditions.

If you are unclear about any of this warranty statement, have questions about certain aspects of it or notice any loopholes then please do not hesitate to contact us to discuss.