Terms & Conditions
Last updated: 15 October 2025
Welcome to Breathing Under Pressure!
This Website was created with the intention to inform, inspire, and entertain. As such, the contents on this website are intended to be broadly entertaining and helpful rather than prescriptive on an individual level.
These Terms and Conditions (“Terms”) govern your use of Breathing Under Pressure, including the website (the “Website”) and the online store (the “Store”). Please read these carefully. By visiting or using either, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree, please discontinue your visit to this Website and/or the Store.
Some sections of these Terms draw on the Automattic’s WordPress.com Terms of Service, made available under the Creative Commons Sharealike license. Thank you to Automattic for making them available.
If you have any questions, please contact [email protected] or complete the Contact form on the Contact Page.
1. General Website Terms
1.1 Acceptance of Terms
By using this website, you agree that you have read and reviewed the Terms, the Privacy Policy and Return & Refund Policy on this website; and agree to be bound by them.
If you do not want to be bound by these terms, you are advised to stop using the website accordingly.
1.2 Content & Intellectual Property
- All blog posts, articles, images, designs, and other materials on this site are the property of Breathing Under Pressure (unless otherwise credited).
- You’re welcome to view and share content for personal, non-commercial purposes (e.g. linking to a blog post), provided proper credit is given.
- Please do not copy, reproduce, distribute, or use the content from this website for commercial purposes without prior written permission.
- Comments and other content submitted to the Website remain the property of the user, but by posting, users grant Breathing Under Pressure a non-exclusive, royalty-free, worldwide license to use, reproduce, and display such content. Users must ensure that submissions are lawful and do not infringe on the rights of any third party.
- Respect for intellectual property rights go both ways – if you believe any content on this website violates your copyright, please contact Breathing Under Pressure / [email protected].
1.4 Intended Audience & Informational Disclaimer
The Website was created with adult readers in mind. Understandably, younger visitors may occasionally stop by (for example, those interested in learning to scuba dive). Please refer to the Privacy Policy for information on data collection in relation to users under 13.
The contents shared on this Website reflect personal experiences, opinions, and some creative work. It is not professional medical, diving, or mental health advice. Users should consult a qualified professional before relying on any information that could affect your health, safety, or well-being.
The content provided may not be suitable for all audiences or circumstances.
1.5 Accuracy of Information
Occasionally, the website may contain unintentional typographical errors, inaccuracies, or omissions of information. While Breathing Under Pressure strives to provide accurate and up-to-date information, there is no guarantee that all content is free from errors, complete, or current.
No obligation will be undertaken to update, amend, or clarify information on the website, except as required by law. However, Breathing Under Pressure will attempt to address inaccuracies as and when it comes to light, and reserve the rights to change or update information on the website at any time without prior notice.
1.6 External Links
The Website may contain links to third-party websites. You are to take precautions as necessary to protect yourself and your electronic devices. Breathing Under Pressure takes no responsibility for the content, accuracy, or practices of those external sites, nor for any harm resulting from your use of any third-party websites or webpages.
1.7 Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, Breathing Under Pressure is not liable for any damages resulting from your use or misuse of this website or reliance on any content posted.
1.8 User Responsibilities
Engagement and Comments
A guiding principle of Breathing Under Pressure is to remind users that they are not alone and that many are quietly walking similar paths. It aims to connect users through shared experiences, fostering a supportive and understanding community.
Users are expected to engage respectfully and responsibly when using the Website and Store. This includes refraining from misuse, hacking, or any interference with the Website’s functionality.
Comments and engagement are encouraged as part of building a supportive community, but users must be mindful of the sensitive nature of some topics. Critique and discussion are welcome, but personal attacks, rudeness, or disrespectful behaviour are not permitted.
Breathing Under Pressure reserves the right to remove content or block users who violate these responsibilities.
User Accounts
As a user of this website, you may be asked to register with the Website (e.g., to comment or subscribe) and provide private information.
Users who create an account on the Website or Store are responsible for providing accurate and complete information, and for maintaining the safety and security of your credentials.
Users are also responsible for all activities that occur under their account or password. If you think there are any possible issues regarding the security of your account on the website, immediately inform Breathing Under Pressure so that the matter can be addressed accordingly.
Breathing Under Pressure reserve all rights to terminate accounts, edit or remove user-submitted content (including comments), and restrict or block access at our sole discretion.
1.9 Changes to Website Terms
Terms may be modified from time to time. Any changes will be posted here with an updated date. Any changes will apply on a going-forward basis, and, unless stated otherwise, the amended Terms will be effective immediately. By continuing to use the Website after changes are made, you agree to be bound by the new Terms. You have the right to object to any changes at any time by ceasing your use of the Website and canceling any subscription you have.
2. Online Store Terms
For the purposes of these Terms, “Customer” refers to any individual who purchases products through the Breathing Under Pressure online store (the “Store”).
2.1 Eligibility to Purchase
To place an order, customers must be at least 18 years old (or the legal age in your jurisdiction), and confirm that they are legally able to enter into a binding contract. Customers are responsible for providing accurate and complete information during the purchase process, including billing and shipping details.
2.2 Orders and Acceptance
All orders placed are subject to acceptance. The Store may cancel or refuse an order at its discretion (for example, due to pricing errors, suspected fraud, or product availability).
2.3 Pricing and Availability
Prices are displayed in US dollars (USD) and are subject to change without notice. Product availability is not guaranteed until your order is confirmed at checkout.
2.4 Payment
Payment is accepted through a secure third-party payment processor, WooCommerce. By submitting your payment details, you confirm that you are authorized to use the chosen payment method.
2.5 Shipping and Delivery
Estimated shipping times are provided for convenience but are not guaranteed. The Store is not responsible for delays caused by carriers, customs, or other circumstances outside its control.
2.6 Returns and Refunds
The Store’s Return and Refund Policy apply to all purchases. In summary, refunds or replacements are only available in cases such as defective or damaged products, not for change of mind or if you have selected the wrong size and/or colour. Please refer to the Return and Refund Policy for full details.
2.7 Product Descriptions
Every effort is made to display product details as accurately as possible. However, due to the print-on-demand process, slight variations in color, placement, or sizing may occur.
In cases where a product differs significantly from its description or images, please refer to the Return and Refund Policy for more information.
2.8 Accuracy of Information
Every effort is made to ensure that product descriptions, pricing, promotions, availability, and other information on the Store is accurate. However, errors or omissions may occur.
The Store may correct inaccuracies, update information, or cancel orders as necessary, without prior notice, but has no obligation to do so except as required by law. No update or refresh date should be taken to mean that all information on the Store has been modified or is current.
2.9 Limitation of Liability
To the extent permitted by law, the Store’s liability for any order is limited to the total amount paid for that order.
2.10 Changes to Store Terms
The Store reserve the right to update or modify these Terms at any time. Any changes will apply to future purchases.
3. Updates to the Terms and Conditions
These Terms may be updated from time to time. The updated version will always be posted on this page with the “Last updated” date.
This is a starting framework and will be updated as the website grows.
4. Miscellaneous
These Terms, together with any additional terms that apply to specific parts of the Website or the Store, constitute the entire agreement between Breathing Under Pressure and the User/Customer regarding the use of the Website and Store. If any part of these Terms is found to be unlawful, void, or unenforceable, that part may be removed without affecting the remainder of the Terms. A failure to enforce any part of these Terms does not constitute a waiver of that term or any subsequent breach.
Breathing Under Pressure may transfer its rights under these Terms, but Customers may not transfer their rights without prior written consent.
