Last updated: September 4, 2026
This Digital Product Policy explains how digital crochet patterns purchased from CrochetPatternly are delivered and how they may be used.
By purchasing a digital product from crochetpatternly.com, you agree to this policy and our Terms & Conditions.
Digital Products Only
Unless a product listing clearly states otherwise, all products available on CrochetPatternly are digital crochet patterns.
Your purchase does not include:
- A finished crochet item.
- Yarn or thread.
- Crochet hooks or tools.
- Printed or mailed instructions.
- Any other physical product.
Nothing will be shipped to your address.
File Format
Our patterns are normally supplied as downloadable PDF files. Depending on the product, your download may include:
- Written crochet instructions.
- Materials and tools lists.
- Stitch abbreviations.
- Photographs or illustrations.
- Charts or diagrams.
- Assembly instructions.
- Printable templates.
- Additional supporting files.
Always review the individual product description to see exactly what is included.
Instant Delivery
After successful payment, your digital files may be available through:
- The order confirmation page.
- The Downloads section of your account.
- A download link sent to your checkout email address.
Delivery is usually immediate, but payment reviews, email delays, website maintenance, or technical issues may occasionally cause a short delay.
Download Problems
If you cannot access your purchase:
- Confirm that your payment was completed.
- Check the Downloads section of your account.
- Check your inbox and spam or junk folder.
- Confirm that you used the correct email address.
- Try downloading the file using another browser or device.
If the problem continues, contact us through our Contact page and include your order number and the email address used during checkout.
Customer Responsibility
You are responsible for:
- Providing a valid email address during checkout.
- Downloading and securely storing your purchased files.
- Using compatible PDF-reading software.
- Checking all pattern details before purchasing.
- Following the stated printing and project instructions.
- Keeping your account and download links private.
We recommend saving a backup copy of every purchased pattern on your device or personal cloud storage.
Printing Instructions
PDF patterns may be viewed on a computer, tablet, or smartphone. They may also be printed for personal use.
When printing:
- Use the paper size specified in the pattern.
- Select “Actual Size” or 100% scaling when required.
- Do not select “Fit to Page” unless instructed.
- Check any included test square before printing all pages.
CrochetPatternly is not responsible for incorrect sizing caused by printer settings, scaling, unsupported software, or failure to follow the printing instructions.
Language and Crochet Terminology
The language and crochet terminology used in each pattern will be stated on its product page when applicable.
Customers are responsible for confirming that they understand the stated language and terminology before purchasing.
Skill Level and Finished Results
Skill levels are provided as guidance only. Individual experience and ability may vary.
Finished results can differ depending on:
- Yarn type and weight.
- Hook size.
- Crochet tension.
- Material substitutions.
- Individual technique.
- Personal modifications.
Product photographs show examples and do not guarantee identical finished results.
License and Permitted Use
Your purchase provides a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to use the pattern.
You may:
- Download the pattern for your own use.
- Print reasonable copies for your personal use.
- Create finished items from the pattern.
- Sell finished handmade items in small quantities when the individual product listing expressly permits it.
You may not:
- Share or distribute the digital files.
- Resell, copy, trade, or give away the pattern.
- Upload the files to websites, social media, groups, or file-sharing platforms.
- Translate and distribute the pattern.
- Remove copyright or branding information.
- Claim the pattern, photographs, text, charts, or illustrations as your own.
- Use the pattern for mass production.
- Use CrochetPatternly product photographs to sell your own finished items.
Each person using the pattern must purchase their own copy.
Pattern Updates
We may correct or improve a digital pattern after its original publication.
When possible, customers who purchased an affected pattern may receive access to the updated file through their account or by email. We do not guarantee that every product will receive future updates or additional content.
Refunds
Due to the immediate and digital nature of our products, purchases may not be refundable after the files have been accessed or downloaded, except where required by applicable law.
If you receive an incorrect, incomplete, or corrupted file, contact us so we can provide assistance or a replacement.
Full details are available in our Refund Policy:
Copyright Protection
All digital patterns and their contents remain the intellectual property of CrochetPatternly or their respective licensed owners.
Purchasing a pattern does not transfer copyright or ownership of the file to the customer.
Unauthorized copying, sharing, resale, or distribution may result in account termination and appropriate legal action.
Policy Changes
We may update this Digital Product Policy to reflect changes to our products, delivery process, website, or legal requirements.
The latest version will always be published on this page.
Contact Us
For assistance with an order or digital download, contact CrochetPatternly through: