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​Website Policies:

Learn to Ink & Nick Young Tattoos

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Effective Date: August 31, 2025
Legal Entity: Nicholaus Young dba Learn to Ink
Business Address: 1024 W 103rd St, Kansas City, MO 64114
Contact: info@learntoink.com • +1 (816) 445-5725

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1. Terms & Conditions

  1. Acceptance of Terms — By using our websites, store, booking system, or courses (the “Services”), you agree to these Terms and referenced policies. If you do not agree, do not use the Services.

  2. Eligibility — You must be 18+ with government-issued photo ID for services or courses.

  3. Services & Products — We offer: tattoo/piercing services, physical merchandise, educational programs (online + in-person), and digital downloads. Offerings may change. Service may be refused for lawful reasons.

  4. User Accounts — You are responsible for account credentials and activity. Report unauthorized use immediately.

  5. Payments — USD pricing unless stated otherwise. Sales tax/duties may apply. By purchasing, you authorize charges for all products, deposits, subscriptions, or installments.

  6. No Refunds — All deposits, services, courses, and digital products are final sale unless required by law. See Refund Policy for physical goods.

  7. Rescheduling & Cancellations — See Tattoo Session Booking Policy.

  8. Intellectual Property — All content, designs, and course materials are owned by us/licensors. No reproduction, resale, or redistribution without permission.

  9. User Content — By submitting reviews/images, you grant us a license to use them for marketing/operations.

  10. Health & Safety — We may decline service if you are intoxicated, sunburned, or unfit. You must disclose medical conditions/allergies and follow aftercare.

  11. Disclaimers — Services are provided “as is.” No warranties of merchantability/fitness implied.

  12. Liability — Limited to the amount paid for the product/service.

  13. Disputes & Law — Governed by Missouri law. Binding arbitration and class action waiver may apply. Court venue: Jackson County, MO.

  14. Changes — Terms may be updated with new effective date.

  15. Contact — info@learntoink.com

 

2. Privacy Policy

  1. Scope — Explains how we collect, use, share, and protect personal information.

  2. Data Collected —

    • Direct (name, ID, payment, health disclosures, course activity)

    • Automatic (device, IP, cookies, location)

    • Third-party (payment processors, analytics, ads, social platforms)

  3. Uses — To process orders/bookings, verify age/ID, communicate, personalize, comply with laws, and prevent fraud.

  4. SMS/Email Marketing — With consent, you may receive promotional messages. STOP/UNSUBSCRIBE to opt out. Msg/data rates apply.

  5. Sharing — Limited to service providers or required by law.

  6. Cookies — See Cookies Policy.

  7. Retention — Kept as long as needed for business/legal purposes.

  8. Security — Safeguards in place but no method is 100% secure.

  9. Your Rights — Access, correction, deletion, portability (location dependent).

  10. Children — Services not directed to under-18.

  11. International Transfers — Data may be processed in the U.S.

  12. Changes — Updates posted with new effective date.

  13. Contact — info@learntoink.com

 

3. Cookies Policy

  • Definition — Cookies are files enabling site functionality, analytics, and personalization.

  • Types — Strictly necessary, analytics, functionality, advertising/retargeting.

  • Preferences — Manage via Cookie Banner or browser settings.

  • Updates — Policy may be revised.

 

4. Payments, Refunds & Returns

  1. Refund Policy (Services, Education, Digital) — All tattoo/piercing services, deposits, courses, and digital products are non-refundable, final sale (unless required by law).

  2. Return Policy (Physical Goods) —

    • Eligible: Unused, unopened items within 7 days.

    • Not Eligible: Custom/personalized, clearance, hygiene-sensitive, opened media.

    • Process: Request authorization via info@learntoink.com with order details.

    • Refunds: Minus shipping + 30% restocking fee. Return shipping is customer’s responsibility unless our error.

    • Exchanges: Based on stock.

  3. Shipping Policy (Physical Goods) —

    • Processing: 1–3 business days (pre-orders vary).

    • Carriers: USPS/UPS/FedEx; rates calculated at checkout.

    • Tracking: Sent by email.

    • Delivery Estimates: 7–10 days standard / 5–7 expedited. International available with customs fees.

    • Issues: Lost/damaged packages reported within 7 days. Address errors/refused deliveries may incur extra fees.

  4. Payment Methods — Major debit/credit cards accepted. Taxes applied where required. Billing errors must be reported within 2 days.

 

5. Tattoo Session Booking Policy

  • Deposits — $50–$100 non-refundable, applied to session cost. Forfeited for late cancels, no-shows, or policy violations.

  • Rescheduling — One reschedule allowed with 72+ hours’ notice. Shorter notice requires a new deposit.

  • Cancellations/No-Shows — Deposit forfeited. Multiple no-shows may require prepayment.

  • Late Arrivals — 15-minute grace period. Later may forfeit deposit/session.

  • Design Changes — Major changes <72 hrs before appointment may require new deposit/time/fees.

  • Touch-Ups — Within 90 days at our discretion. Not for neglect, sun damage, or improper aftercare.

  • Age & ID — Must be 18+ with valid ID. No pregnant/nursing clients. Medical disclosure required.

  • Guests — One guest max unless approved. No children or pets.

  • Photography — Work may be photographed for portfolio/marketing unless declined in advance.

  • Aftercare — Instructions must be followed; otherwise, touch-up eligibility may be voided.

  • Rates — Subject to change. Quotes are estimates only.

  • Consent Forms — Required before service.

 

6. Apprenticeship Enrollment & Attendance

  • Eligibility — Selective admission; must be 18+.

  • Tuition & Fees — Non-refundable once purchased or access granted.

  • Online Coursework — 180 days to complete before in-studio training. Failure may mean deferral/dismissal without refund.

  • Conduct — Professional behavior required. Violations may result in removal.

  • IP & Materials — Content for enrolled students only. No recording/redistribution.

  • Attendance — In-studio training requires punctual attendance. Limited make-ups, subject to fees/availability.

 

7. Required Checkout Consents

  • No Refunds — “I acknowledge that all services, deposits, educational programs, and digital products are final sale and non-refundable, except where prohibited by law. I agree to the Booking Policy, Refund Policy, and Terms & Conditions.”

  • Tattoo Services — “I am 18+ and will present valid government-issued photo ID. I understand that late cancellations/no-shows forfeit my deposit.”

  • SMS Consent (optional) — “I agree to receive recurring marketing text messages. Msg/data rates apply. Reply STOP to cancel.”

 

8. Additional Notices

  • Accessibility (ADA) — We work to meet WCAG 2.1 AA standards. Report issues to info@learntoink.com.

  • Age/ID & Minors — No services for under-18. Valid ID required.

  • SMS/Email Policy (TCPA/CAN-SPAM) — Transactional messages sent by default. Marketing only with consent. Opt-outs honored promptly.

  • Intellectual Property & DMCA — Claims should be submitted to info@learntoink.com with required DMCA elements.

  • Health, Safety & Infection Control — We follow industry hygiene protocols. Clients must disclose relevant health info and follow aftercare.

  • Policy Changes — Updated versions posted with new effective date. Continued use = acceptance.

 

9. Contact

Questions about any policy: info@learntoink.com

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