Terms of Service

Last updated: October 29, 2025

Welcome to Maestyles! These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your use of our hairstyle booking platform and services. By accessing or using Maestyles, you agree to be bound by these Terms. Please read them carefully.

Acceptance of Terms

By creating an account, accessing our website, or using our services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms and our Privacy Policy. If you do not agree to these Terms, you must not use our services.

You must be at least 13 years old to use our services. If you are under 18, you must have permission from a parent or legal guardian to use our platform.

Account Registration and Security

To access certain features of our platform, you must create an account. When creating an account, you agree to:

  • Provide accurate, current, and complete information
  • Maintain and promptly update your account information
  • Keep your password secure and confidential
  • Notify us immediately of any unauthorized use of your account
  • Be responsible for all activities that occur under your account

You may not share your account credentials with others or allow others to use your account. We reserve the right to suspend or terminate accounts that violate these Terms.

Booking Services

Making a Booking

When you make a booking through our platform, you agree that:

  • All information provided is accurate and complete
  • You will arrive on time for your appointment
  • You understand the service description and pricing
  • You are responsible for any additional costs (e.g., add-ons, hair extensions)

Booking Confirmation

Once you complete a booking, you will receive a confirmation via email. Your booking is not guaranteed until you receive this confirmation. We reserve the right to refuse or cancel bookings at our discretion.

Changes to Bookings

You may modify or reschedule your booking through your account dashboard, subject to availability. Changes must be made at least 24 hours before your scheduled appointment.

Cancellation and Refund Policy

Cancellation Window

You must cancel your booking at least 24 hours before your scheduled appointment to avoid cancellation fees.

Cancellation Terms:

  • More than 24 hours notice: Full refund or free rescheduling
  • Less than 24 hours notice: 50% cancellation fee may apply
  • No-show: Full booking amount will be charged
  • Late arrivals: More than 15 minutes late may result in rescheduling with cancellation fees

Our Cancellations:

If we need to cancel your booking due to unforeseen circumstances (illness, emergency, etc.), we will notify you as soon as possible and offer you the option to reschedule or receive a full refund.

Payment Terms

All prices displayed on our platform are in GBP (£) and include VAT where applicable.

  • Payment is due at the time of service completion
  • We accept major credit cards, debit cards, and cash payments
  • Deposit requirements may apply for certain services
  • Prices are subject to change without notice, but confirmed bookings honor the original quoted price
  • Additional charges may apply for extra services, products, or hair extensions not included in the base price

Payment processing is handled securely by third-party providers. We do not store your full payment card details on our servers.

User Conduct and Prohibited Activities

When using our platform, you agree not to:

  • Violate any laws or regulations
  • Infringe on the intellectual property rights of others
  • Upload malicious code, viruses, or harmful content
  • Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems
  • Use the platform for any fraudulent or deceptive purposes
  • Harass, abuse, or harm other users or our staff
  • Submit false, misleading, or defamatory information
  • Use automated systems (bots, scrapers) without permission
  • Resell or commercially exploit our services without authorization

Violation of these terms may result in immediate account suspension or termination, and we may pursue legal action if necessary.

Intellectual Property Rights

All content on our platform, including text, graphics, logos, images, software, and designs, is the property of Maestyles or its licensors and is protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

You may not:

  • Copy, reproduce, or distribute our content without permission
  • Modify or create derivative works from our content
  • Use our trademarks or branding without written authorization
  • Remove or alter copyright notices or attributions

When you upload images or content to our platform, you grant us a license to use, display, and process that content solely for the purpose of providing our services.

AI-Powered Services

Our platform uses artificial intelligence to provide hairstyle recommendations and image classification. You acknowledge that:

  • AI recommendations are suggestions and may not be 100% accurate
  • Final hairstyle selection should be discussed with your stylist
  • We are not liable for dissatisfaction with AI-recommended styles
  • Images you upload may be used to improve our AI algorithms (anonymized)
  • Our AI chat assistant provides information but is not a substitute for professional consultation

Disclaimers and Limitations of Liability

Important Legal Notice

Our services are provided "as is" without warranties of any kind, either express or implied.

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Maestyles disclaims all warranties, including but not limited to:

  • Warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose
  • Warranties regarding accuracy, reliability, or completeness of information
  • Warranties that our services will be uninterrupted or error-free

We are not liable for any indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages arising from your use of our services, including but not limited to loss of profits, data, or business opportunities.

Our total liability to you for any claims arising from these Terms or your use of our services shall not exceed the amount you paid us in the 12 months preceding the claim.

Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Maestyles, its officers, directors, employees, and agents from any claims, damages, losses, liabilities, and expenses (including legal fees) arising from:

  • Your use of our services
  • Your violation of these Terms
  • Your violation of any rights of another person or entity
  • Your content or conduct on our platform

Termination

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your account and access to our services at any time, with or without notice, for any reason, including but not limited to:

  • Violation of these Terms
  • Fraudulent or illegal activity
  • Extended periods of inactivity
  • At your request

Upon termination, your right to use our services will immediately cease. We may delete your account data, although some information may be retained for legal or business purposes as described in our Privacy Policy.

You may terminate your account at any time by contacting us at support@maestyles.com.

Dispute Resolution

If you have a dispute with us, please contact us first at support@maestyles.com so we can attempt to resolve it informally.

These Terms are governed by the laws of England and Wales. Any disputes arising from these Terms or your use of our services shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of England and Wales.

Changes to These Terms

We may update these Terms from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, legal requirements, or business operations. When we make changes, we will:

  • Update the "Last updated" date at the top of this page
  • Post the revised Terms on our platform
  • Notify you via email for material changes (if you have an account)

Your continued use of our services after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the updated Terms. If you do not agree to the changes, you must stop using our services and delete your account.

Severability and Waiver

If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable or invalid, that provision will be limited or eliminated to the minimum extent necessary, and the remaining provisions will remain in full force and effect.

Our failure to enforce any right or provision of these Terms will not be deemed a waiver of such right or provision.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about these Terms of Service, please contact us:

Email: legal@maestyles.com

Support: support@maestyles.com

Phone: +44 7466 948417

Address: 123 Beauty Street, Motherwell, UK, SW1A 1AA