Terms & Conditions
Last updated: July 2026
These Terms and Conditions ("Terms") govern your access to and use of the website vcfertigteile.org (the "Website") operated by VC Fertigteile GmbH ("VC Fertigteile", "we", "us" or "our"). By accessing or using the Website, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree, you must not use the Website.
1. Acceptance of terms
Your use of the Website constitutes acceptance of these Terms and our Privacy Policy and Cookie Policy, which are incorporated by reference. We may update these Terms from time to time; continued use after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms. We encourage you to review this page regularly.
2. Definitions
In these Terms:
- "Content" means all text, graphics, images, articles, guides, logos, layouts, software and other materials published on the Website.
- "User", "you" or "your" means any person who accesses or uses the Website.
- "Services" means the informational Website, blog articles, interactive features (such as quizzes), contact forms and newsletter subscriptions we provide.
- "Third-party links" means hyperlinks to websites, products or services not operated by VC Fertigteile GmbH.
3. About us and nature of services
VC Fertigteile GmbH is a company registered in Germany with its registered office at Am Seemannsheim 6, 26723 Emden, Germany. Contact: info@vcfertigteile.org.
The Website is an independent editorial and informational resource about prefabricated construction, modular homes and practical planning topics in Germany. We provide general information only. We are not a general contractor, architect, engineer, legal adviser or financial institution. Nothing on the Website constitutes professional construction, architectural, legal, tax or financial advice tailored to your circumstances.
4. Eligibility and user obligations
The Website is intended for users aged 18 and over. By using the Website, you confirm that you meet this requirement where applicable and that you will use the Services lawfully.
You agree not to:
- Use the Website for any unlawful purpose or in violation of applicable regulations.
- Attempt to gain unauthorised access to our systems, accounts, servers or data.
- Use automated tools (scrapers, bots, crawlers) to extract Content without our prior written consent.
- Transmit viruses, malware or harmful code.
- Impersonate any person or misrepresent your affiliation with any entity.
- Interfere with or disrupt the Website's operation or other users' access.
- Reproduce, distribute or commercially exploit Content except as permitted by these Terms or with our written permission.
5. Intellectual property
All Content on the Website is owned by VC Fertigteile GmbH or our licensors and is protected by copyright, trademark and other intellectual property laws. You may view and print pages for personal, non-commercial use only. Any other reproduction, modification, public display, distribution or creation of derivative works requires our prior written consent.
Trademarks, logos and trade names displayed on the Website may not be used without permission. Third-party marks remain the property of their respective owners.
6. Newsletter and communications
If you subscribe to our newsletter or contact us, you agree to provide accurate information and to comply with our Privacy Policy. You may unsubscribe from marketing emails at any time using the link in each email or by contacting us. Transactional messages related to your enquiries may still be sent where necessary.
7. Interactive features
Quizzes, calculators and similar tools on the Website are provided for entertainment and general educational purposes only. Results are not professional assessments and should not be relied upon for construction, financial or legal decisions. We do not guarantee the accuracy or completeness of interactive outputs.
8. Third-party links and partners
The Website may contain links to third-party websites, manufacturers, government portals or partner resources. These links are provided for convenience and information only. We do not control third-party content, availability or privacy practices. Accessing third-party links is at your own risk and subject to their terms and policies.
We may receive compensation when you follow certain partner links, as described in our Disclaimer. Such relationships do not override our editorial independence where stated.
9. Disclaimers
The Website and Content are provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis without warranties of any kind, whether express or implied, to the fullest extent permitted by law. We disclaim implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, non-infringement and accuracy.
Information may become outdated as regulations, products and market conditions change. We make reasonable efforts to maintain quality but do not warrant that Content is complete, current or error-free. Always verify critical information with qualified professionals and official sources before acting.
10. Limitation of liability
To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, VC Fertigteile GmbH and its directors, employees and agents shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential or punitive damages, including loss of profits, data, goodwill or business opportunities, arising from your use of or inability to use the Website or reliance on Content.
Nothing in these Terms excludes or limits liability where such exclusion or limitation is prohibited by law, including liability for death or personal injury caused by negligence, fraud or fraudulent misrepresentation, or any other liability that cannot be limited under German law.
Subject to the above, our total aggregate liability to you for any claims arising from your use of the Website in any twelve-month period shall not exceed one hundred euros (€100), except where mandatory law requires otherwise.
11. Indemnity
You agree to indemnify and hold harmless VC Fertigteile GmbH from any claims, damages, losses and expenses (including reasonable legal fees) arising from your breach of these Terms, misuse of the Website or violation of any third-party rights, to the extent permitted by law.
12. Suspension and termination
We may suspend or terminate your access to the Website at any time, without notice, if we reasonably believe you have breached these Terms or if suspension is necessary to protect the Website, other users or our legal interests. Provisions that by nature should survive termination — including intellectual property, disclaimers, limitation of liability and governing law — shall survive.
13. Governing law and jurisdiction
These Terms are governed by the laws of the Federal Republic of Germany, excluding conflict-of-law rules that would apply another jurisdiction's law. If you are a consumer resident in the European Union, you benefit from mandatory provisions of the law of your country of residence where they provide you greater protection.
Subject to mandatory consumer protections, the courts of Emden, Germany shall have exclusive jurisdiction over disputes arising from or relating to these Terms or the Website. EU consumers may also bring proceedings in the courts of their place of residence where permitted by law.
14. Changes to the Website and Terms
We may modify, suspend or discontinue any part of the Website at any time without liability. We may revise these Terms by posting an updated version with a new "Last updated" date. Material changes may be highlighted on the Website. Your continued use after changes take effect constitutes acceptance.
15. Severability
If any provision of these Terms is found invalid or unenforceable by a competent court, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect. The invalid provision shall be replaced by a valid provision that closest reflects the original intent.
16. Contact
For questions about these Terms, contact:
VC Fertigteile GmbH
Am Seemannsheim 6
26723 Emden, Germany
Email: info@vcfertigteile.org