Allgemeine Geschäftsbedingungen („AGB“) sind eine Reihe rechtsverbindlicher Bedingungen, die von Website-Betreibern definiert werden. Die AGB legen den rechtlichen Rahmen fest, der sich auf die Aktivitäten von Website-Besuchern oder Kunden bezieht, während diese die Website besuchen oder mit ihr interagieren. Die AGB sollen das Rechtsverhältnis zwischen den Website-Besuchern und dem Website-Betreiber begründen.
Terms and Conditions - the basics
The information provided on this page is solely general and superficial explanations of how website operators should draft their own terms and conditions. This article does not constitute reliable legal advice or actual recommendations for action, as we cannot assess business relationships with customers and visitors in advance. We therefore recommend that website operators seek legal advice and support when drawing up their own general terms and conditions.
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Contents of the General Terms and Conditions
Terms and Conditions should be defined according to the specific needs of each website. For example, an eCommerce website that offers products to customers requires different terms and conditions than a website that only provides information (like a blog, landing page, etc.).
Generally, Terms and Conditions relate to these topics: who is authorized to use the website; possible payment methods; Declaration that the website operator reserves the right to make changes to the offer; Guarantees provided by the website operator to customers; references to intellectual property or copyright issues; the website operator's right to suspend or terminate a member's account and more.
Further information can be found in the article “Create terms of use/Terms and Conditions“.
The General Terms and Conditions offer website operators the opportunity to protect themselves from potential legal jeopardy. However, these may vary depending on local jurisdiction. Therefore, legal advice should be provided for your own legal area in order to avoid legal risks.