GENERAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF KIDDOZ FOR THE WEBSITE KIDDOZ.DE

 
Kiddoz enables sellers and buyers on the website https://kiddoz.de to buy and sell sustainable products for children. The online marketplace offers a comprehensive range of products for children, and the following terms and conditions govern participation on www.kiddoz.de.
 
§ 1 Legal Relationships between Customers, Sellers, and Kiddoz
 
1.1 These terms and conditions apply to all orders placed by customers and users (hereinafter “customer”) via the online marketplace Kiddoz, Nacker Str. 7 55234 Wendelsheim, represented by Olivia Krzyzowski (hereinafter “Kiddoz”) on the website https://kiddoz.de(hereinafter “kiddoz.de“). These terms and conditions govern the legal relationships between the customer and Kiddoz as well as between the customer and the seller resulting from the use of kiddoz.de. Both parties, customer, and seller, are participants in the platform, and the rules and conditions apply to both.
 
1.2 All sellers offering their products on kiddoz.de accept the specific conditions applicable between the customer and the respective seller when offering their products on this online marketplace. Additional conditions apply to the dealings between Kiddoz and the seller.
 
1.3 By accessing the website kiddoz.de, whether with or without registration, these terms and conditions are deemed valid. They are an integral part of any contract, unless otherwise agreed. These terms and conditions also apply to future business relationships with the customer, without the need for explicit re-inclusion.
 
1.4 Any deviations from the terms and conditions set forth here must be confirmed in writing by Kiddoz to be valid, even if they have not been explicitly objected to.
 
1.5 Changes: Kiddoz reserves the right to change or remove parts of the website kiddoz.de at any time and without prior notice or consent. Furthermore, Kiddoz is entitled to change the terms and conditions at any time. Changes to the terms and conditions will be announced on the kiddoz.de website. By continuing to use the services of the kiddoz.de website and ordering products on kiddoz.de, you automatically accept these changes, unless the seller and/or customer objects within 14 days.
 
§ 2 Obligations when participating on kiddoz.de; Registration as a Customer and Seller; User Agreement, Transfer of Usage Rights
 
2.1 The customer has the choice of whether to create a user account or to place an order without one. However, sellers must set up an account on kiddoz.de in order to sell their products there.
 
2.2 The participant (customer and seller) must provide their complete contact information, including email address, when setting up the user account. If a customer places an order without creating a user account, the contact details must be provided when placing the order.
 
2.3 By admitting a participant and setting up a user account, a user agreement is concluded. In the case of a purchase without registration of the buyer, the user agreement begins with the submission of the order.
 
2.4 The participant assures that the information provided to Kiddoz during registration or ordering is correct and complete. If incorrect or incomplete information has been provided, Kiddoz is entitled to deactivate the user account without prior notice or to reject the order.
 
2.5 Kiddoz can only verify the identity of users to a limited extent. It is up to the contracting parties to verify the other party. A participant is only entitled to register for kiddoz.de once. Exceptions may be granted on a case-by-case basis upon request.
 
2.6 The participant may not pass on their access data and password to others or use them commercially. They must inform Kiddoz immediately if they notice any indications of misuse of their account and change their access data. Furthermore, they are prohibited from sending commercial emails to other participants or contacting them in any other way without prior permission from Kiddoz.
 
2.7 The participant undertakes not to place references to content outside of kiddoz.de on kiddoz.de, including links, advertisements, or other materials not directly related to kiddoz.de.
 
2.8 The seller allows Kiddoz to reproduce, distribute, edit, and make publicly available their products, databases, or other product information, such as product photos, submitted as part of the online offering on kiddoz.de. This also includes the right to publish the content in print media, online, on social media, etc., including for advertising purposes. The non-exclusive right of use also includes trademarks, company logos, other distinctive branding, or works that a seller submits to Kiddoz for sales promotion purposes, and is limited to the purpose of the contract.
 
§ 3 Subject Matter of the Contract, Contractual Parties in the Purchase of Goods via kiddoz.de
 
3.1 kiddoz.de is an online marketplace for sustainable products for children. Kiddoz thus opens up the opportunity for sellers and buyers as participants on kiddoz.de to sell and purchase a comprehensive range of products. The subject of the respective contract is the purchase of goods ordered by the customer via kiddoz.de.
 
3.2 Kiddoz does not actively verify whether the offers and information provided by the sellers on kiddoz.de, as well as all details of the participants, are lawful, correct, and complete.
 
3.3 The contracting parties to a contract concluded on the basis of an order of goods or products on kiddoz.de are exclusively the participating sellers and customers as buyers. These two parties are the only ones authorized and obligated under the contract. Kiddoz is only a party to the contract if the goods or products are its own product on kiddoz.de.
 
§ 4 Prices, Shipping Costs
 
4.1 The price stated by Kiddoz on the day of the order is deemed final. This price includes all legally required taxes.
 
4.2 The seller may not charge additional shipping costs.
 
§ 5 Conclusion of Contract
 
5.1 By clicking the “Buy Now” button, the customer places a legally binding order. Prior to submitting the order, they must confirm that they have read and accepted the cancellation policy and the general terms and conditions of Kiddoz.
 
5.2 The presentation of products on kiddoz.de is to be understood not as a legally binding offer, but as a non-binding online catalog. Only when the customer confirms the “Buy Now” button is a legally binding order placed for the goods contained in the shopping cart. The seller confirms the receipt of the order immediately thereafter, but this does not yet mean that the order has been accepted. A binding acceptance only occurs through an order confirmation or shipping confirmation from the respective seller of the ordered goods by email, or by the delivery of the goods within the specified delivery time. The contract is always concluded subject to the availability and deliverability of the goods.
 
5.3 If a customer accidentally makes an input error leading to disruptions in the transmission of the order, they may not receive the electronic order confirmation or may receive it multiple times. If this occurs, the customer must immediately inform Kiddoz by email at info@kiddoz.deabout the error.
 
5.4 The customer agrees that their orders will be accepted and processed by email. The customer is informed about possible risks associated with shipping by email. Kiddoz accepts the orders, but assumes no responsibility for any abuses of the system.
 
5.5 The customer must be at least 18 years old to enter into a contract with any of the sellers. By registering and/or placing an order, the customer warrants that they have reached the necessary age, are fully capable
 
§ 6 Right of Withdrawal, Withdrawal Instruction
 
6.1 Right of Withdrawal for Consumers; Contracting Parties; Recipient of the Withdrawal: Consumers have the right to withdraw from a purchase contract within 14 days of receiving the goods. The consumer must conclude the purchase contract with the seller who informs them of their right of withdrawal. The consumer can use the sample withdrawal form provided below if they have a right of withdrawal. However, it must be supplemented with the seller’s data provided by the seller.
 
6.2 Withdrawal Instruction for the Purchase of Goods, Right of Withdrawal: You can withdraw from this contract within fourteen days of receiving the goods without giving any reasons. The period begins on the day you or a third party named by you, who is not the carrier, take(s) possession of the goods. To exercise your right of withdrawal, you must inform us (name and address of the seller, seller’s telephone, fax, email) of your decision to withdraw from this contract by means of a clear statement (e.g., a letter sent by post, fax, or email). You can use the attached sample withdrawal form, but it is not mandatory. To meet the withdrawal deadline, it is sufficient for you to send the communication concerning your exercise of the right of withdrawal before the withdrawal period has expired.
 
6.3 Consequences of Withdrawal: You have the right to withdraw from the contract within fourteen days. The seller will refund to you all payments received, including delivery costs, without undue delay. You must return the goods to the seller within fourteen days and bear the cost of returning the goods. You are only liable for any diminished value of the goods resulting from the handling other than what is necessary to establish the nature, characteristics, and functioning of the goods.
 
End of Withdrawal Instruction
 
6.4 Exceptions to the Right of Withdrawal and Premature Expiration of the Right of Withdrawal
 
6.4.1 The right of withdrawal does not apply to the following contracts:
 
This applies to goods that are made to the consumer’s specifications or are clearly personalized.
 
6.4.2 The right of withdrawal expires prematurely for the following contracts:
 
Goods delivered sealed for health or hygiene reasons are sealed. If the seal is removed after delivery, return is not possible. Also, the delivery of sound or video recordings or computer software in sealed packaging, if the seal has been removed, is not returnable. Furthermore, goods that have been mixed with other goods after delivery cannot be returned.
 
6.4 Sample Withdrawal Form
 
If you wish to withdraw from the contract, please fill out the sample withdrawal form and send it back. Please provide the name and contact details of the seller, who is your contracting party, in the sample withdrawal form below.
 
To
 
Name and address of the seller
 
Fax:
 
Email:
 
I/we (*) hereby revoke the contract concluded by me/us (*) for the purchase of the following goods (*)/provision of the following service (*)
 
_______________________________________________________
 
_______________________________________________________
 
Ordered on (*) ____________/received on (*) _______________
 
________________________________________________________
 
Name of consumer(s)
 
________________________________________________________
 
Consumer(s) address
 
________________________________________________________
 
Consumer(s) signature (only if communicated on paper)
 
Date
 
(*) Delete as appropriate
 
§ 7 Delivery Deadlines
 
7.1 Delivery will only commence once Kiddoz and the respective seller have all necessary customer information available and the agreed purchase price plus shipping costs have been paid into the seller’s specified account (e.g., PayPal account).
 
7.2 Only if the respective seller confirms in writing, the deadlines and timeframes are considered binding. Otherwise, the deadlines are non-binding.
 
7.3 Should force majeure events significantly impede or make it impossible to fulfill an obligation or duty, the affected party is entitled to postpone the fulfillment for the duration of the impediment and for a reasonable lead time. This includes labor disputes in the contracting parties’ establishments or labor disputes in third-party establishments, as well as similar circumstances that indirectly or directly affect the contracting parties.
 
§ 8 Payment Conditions, Payment Methods
 
Payment processing takes place directly between the seller and the buyer. The buyer is obligated to deposit the due amount (purchase price) into the account specified by the seller (e.g., PayPal account). The various payment methods are displayed on the website during the ordering process. If the invoice amount is not paid within 14 days after receipt of the order confirmation, Kiddoz is entitled to automatically cancel the order. After receipt of payment, within the respective delivery time (as indicated in the item description), the seller dispatches the purchased item to the buyer. Only the seller can provide information on payment and delivery status. Kiddoz invoices the seller for the commission of all orders at the end of each month. If the customer exercises their right of withdrawal, the seller is entitled to request exemption from paying the sales commission from Kiddoz.
 
§ 9 Setoff, Right of Retention
 
9.1 The customer may only set off claims against claims of the seller or Kiddoz if his counterclaims have been acknowledged, are undisputed, or have been legally established by the seller or Kiddoz.
 
9.2 The customer is only entitled to assert a right of retention if his claims are based on the same contract.
 
§ 10 Retention of Title
 
Until full payment for all goods in an order, the seller retains ownership rights to the delivered goods.
 
§ 11 Buyer’s Rights against the Seller in Case of Performance Disruptions, Warranty, and Damages
 
11.1 The customer can assert claims against the respective contractual partner if there is a performance disruption or warranty issue. The customer can only assert claims against the seller due to the concluded contract.
 
11.2 In the case of delivery delays, a claim for damages against the seller can only be made in the event of gross negligence or intent by the seller.
 
11.3 In the case of defects in the goods, the customer has statutory warranty claims against the seller, unless there is another contractual agreement. The customer’s claim for damages is limited to damages resulting from intentional or grossly negligent breaches of contract by the seller.
 
11.4 Liability for culpable injury to life, body, or health remains excluded.
 
§ 12 Termination of the User Agreement between Kiddoz and Participant
 
12.1 The participant can terminate the contract at any time without observing a notice period. All obligations that the participant has entered into with Kiddoz and/or other participants during the term of the contract remain unaffected by the termination.
 
12.2 Outstanding sales commissions must be paid immediately upon termination of the contract. Kiddoz can terminate the contract with a notice period of two weeks to the end of the month.
 
12.3 In addition, there is a right to terminate without notice for good cause, such as repeated breaches of duty.
 
12.4 Terminations must be made in text form at least.
 
12.5 If Kiddoz terminates the contract, the participant is not entitled to a new user account, not even under a different name or designation.
 
§ 13 Sanctions for Violation of Rules
 
If a participant violates his contractual obligations, the law, or good morals, Kiddoz can take various measures. These include warnings, deletion of offers or content, restriction of permissions, temporary or permanent blocking of user accounts, and termination of the contract.
 
§ 14 Liability of the Participant
 
14.1 Each participant must personally and directly assume liability for the infringement of third-party rights. He must compensate for all damages arising from the non-compliance with the terms and conditions
 
14.2 Furthermore, he undertakes to indemnify Kiddoz from any claims arising from content he uploads or from the violation of other obligations. This also includes the costs of legal defense. However, this obligation does not apply if the participant is not responsible for the infringement.
 
§ 15 Liability, Compensation from Kiddoz
 
15.1 Kiddoz and all its affiliated providers of telecommunications and network services are not liable for any damages resulting from the use or non-use of the kiddoz.de website, especially for its functionality without interruption or error. This includes warranty claims for legal defects, integrity, marketability, or suitability for a particular purpose, regarding the availability, accuracy, reliability, or content of the site.
 
15.2 Kiddoz disclaims any liability for direct, indirect, or incidental damages, consequential damages, lost profits, or business interruptions arising from the use or non-use of the website and its services. This also applies if Kiddoz has been notified of the possibility of such damages.
 
15.3 Furthermore, Kiddoz is not responsible for any damages caused by external influences on the customer’s or seller’s system or during the process of data transmission. Should Kiddoz be liable despite all due care, such liability is limited to foreseeable, typically occurring damages, unless there is willful intent or gross negligence. For the loss or destruction of data at the customer’s or seller’s, Kiddoz only assumes the costs typically incurred in regular data backup corresponding to the state of the art.
 
§ 16 Mediation
 
Kiddoz places great value on the trust of customers in the sales made at kiddoz.de and will therefore endeavor to resolve disputes according to the provisions herein. Both contracting parties, customer, and seller, are entitled to submit a complaint to Kiddoz regarding a dispute. Kiddoz will then attempt to review the matter within two weeks of receiving the complaint and propose a solution to both parties. If necessary, Kiddoz may seek legal advice for the proposed solutions, but will not incur any additional costs for the contracting parties. However, there is no legal entitlement to dispute resolution, and sellers do not participate in dispute resolution proceedings before a consumer arbitration board.
 
§ 17 Legal mandatory information about the provider’s company
 
Kiddoz collects, processes, and uses personal data required for the execution of orders as well as for newsletter dispatch/advertising purposes via email. More information on how this data is used, how long it is stored, and how to view, correct, block, revoke, or delete it can be found in the privacy policy.
 
§ 18 Final Provisions
 
Any amendment or supplement to these terms and conditions, including this written form clause, must be in the form of written documentation. If individual provisions of this agreement are invalid or unenforceable, this will not affect the validity of the remaining provisions. German law, excluding the UN Sales Convention (CISG United Nations Convention on Contracts for International Sale of Goods of 11.04.1980), is authoritative, and if both parties are merchants, Wendelsheim is the place of performance and Wöllstein is the exclusive place of jurisdiction.