Tattoob.io Terms & Conditions

Last Updated: June 16, 2024

Tattoob.io is a content-sharing platform that enables tattoo artists, tattoo studios, tattoo brands, and tattooed individuals to connect with their audience through the latest and most relevant tattoo art content.

By accessing our services, you confirm that you have read, understood, and agree to these terms and conditions. If you are acting on behalf of an organization, you represent that you are authorized to accept these terms on behalf of that organization.

1. Scope: These Terms and Conditions (T&C) apply to all users and customers of the Tattoob.io platform, operated by Tattoo Elevator, Dorfstraße 15, 21514 Fitzen, Germany, Email: contact@tattoob.io (hereinafter “Tattoob.io” or “we”). Tattoob.io provides a service that allows users to create and manage individual mini-websites. By using our services, you agree to these T&C.

2. Changes to the Terms: Tattoob.io reserves the right to change or update these Terms and Conditions at its sole discretion at any time. We will publish any material changes on our website. Your continued use of the services after such changes will constitute your acceptance of the updated terms.

3. Subject of the Contract: Tattoob.io offers its users a specialized platform for creating and managing individual mini-websites. Access to these websites is provided via a personalized URL in the format tattoob.io/username. The platform offers four different subscription plans: Free, Starter, Pro, and Premium, each encompassing various features and services.

4. Registration and User Account: The use of Tattoob.io’s services requires successful registration. Users must provide complete and accurate information during registration. False or misleading information can result in the immediate termination of the user account.

Minimum Age: The use of Tattoob.io’s services is only permitted for individuals who are at least 18 years old. By registering, you confirm that you meet the required minimum age.

Confidentiality of Access Data: Each user is responsible for keeping their access data, especially the password, secure and confidential. Sharing access data with third parties is prohibited. If you become aware of or suspect any unauthorized use of your account, you are obligated to inform Tattoob.io immediately. Tattoob.io is not liable for any damages resulting from unauthorized use of user accounts unless such damages are due to the fault of Tattoob.io.

Updating User Data: Users are required to keep their registration data up to date and to inform Tattoob.io promptly of any changes.

5. Ownership of Content and User Content

Ownership of Content: All content provided by Tattoob.io, including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, icons, images, audio clips, digital downloads, data compilations, and software, is the property of Tattoob.io or its content providers and is protected by international copyright laws. The compilation of all content on this website is the exclusive property of Tattoob.io and is also protected by international copyright laws.

User Content: Users who upload content to Tattoob.io retain the copyright to their own content. However, by uploading content, you grant Tattoob.io a non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free, transferable license to use, reproduce, distribute, create derivative works from, display, and perform that content in connection with the provision of Tattoob.io services and otherwise in connection with the business of Tattoob.io.

Copyright Infringement: Tattoob.io respects the intellectual property rights of others and expects its users to do the same. If you believe that your work has been copied in a way that constitutes copyright infringement, please contact us immediately at copyrights@tattoob.io with the following information:

• A physical or electronic signature of the copyright owner or a person authorized to act on behalf of the owner.

• A description of the copyrighted work that you claim has been infringed.

• A description of where the material that you claim is infringing is located on our website.

• Your address, telephone number, and email address.

• A statement by you that you have a good faith belief that the disputed use is not authorized by the copyright owner, its agent, or the law.

• A statement by you, made under penalty of perjury, that the above information in your notice is accurate and that you are the copyright owner or authorized to act on behalf of the copyright owner.

Removal of Content: Tattoob.io reserves the right to remove or disable access to content that is alleged to be infringing at its sole discretion. Users who repeatedly infringe copyright may be banned from using the platform.

These provisions ensure the protection of intellectual property and the rights of all parties involved while promoting the lawful use of the platform.

6. Content and Responsibilities

Responsibility for Created Content:

• Tattoob.io assumes responsibility for user-created content. Each user is solely responsible for the legality, accuracy, and appropriateness of their content.

• It is strictly prohibited to publish content that violates applicable laws. In particular, content that is harmful to minors, pornographic, or otherwise unsuitable for persons under 13 years of age is forbidden.

Responsibility Towards End Users:

• The user is responsible for all visitors to their Tattoob.io profile, including customers who purchase goods or services through the profile (collectively known as “end users”). You bear sole responsibility for:

  • How end users interact with your profile and content, and

  • Compliance with all applicable laws regarding your end users and transactions through your Tattoob.io profile (e.g., through our “Commerce” or “Payment Lock” features). Tattoob.io is not responsible for products or services advertised or sold through the platform.

Monitoring and Policy Compliance: We continuously monitor content published on our platform to ensure compliance with our policies and applicable laws. Users are required to adhere to the content guidelines and must not publish content that infringes on the rights of others or could lead to legal consequences.

Reporting Inappropriate Content: Users and third parties are encouraged to report inappropriate content they find on Tattoob.io. We take these reports seriously and will take appropriate action to ensure compliance with our policies.

Disclaimer: Tattoob.io is not liable for any damages or losses resulting from the use or dissemination of inappropriate content by users. Users bear sole responsibility for their published content and must ensure that they do not infringe on the rights of third parties.

Donation Function: Users acknowledge that all donations received through the donation function are voluntary, with no expectation of goods or services in return. This function should be used solely for personal fundraising and not for charitable or other purposes.

7. Prohibited Activities

You agree not to engage in any of the following actions:

• Violation of Rights: Uploading, posting, or transmitting content that infringes on the intellectual property rights, privacy rights, or other rights of third parties, including but not limited to copyrights, trademarks, and personal rights.

• Illegal Activities: Using our services for illegal or unauthorized purposes, including but not limited to fraud, phishing, money laundering, or trafficking in illegal substances or services.

• Harassment: Disseminating content that is harassing, threatening, obscene, or otherwise inappropriate, including hate speech, discrimination, bullying, or any form of abuse.

• Security Violations: Attempting to gain unauthorized access to our systems, networks, or data, including hacking, phishing, denial-of-service attacks, or spreading malware.

• False Information: Misrepresenting your identity or intentionally providing false information in your user account or in your communications with other users.

• Spam: Distributing unsolicited or unauthorized advertisements, junk mail, spam, chain letters, pyramid schemes, or other forms of solicitation without our express consent.

• Manipulation: Manipulating pricing, ratings, or comments within the services for your own benefit or to the detriment of other users.

• Fraud: Any form of deception or fraud towards us or other users, including but not limited to the misuse of payment information or obtaining money or services through dishonest means.

• Improper Use: Using the services in a manner that violates these terms of use or disrupts the normal operation of our services, including excessive use of bandwidth, bots, or other automated means.

8. Payment Terms

Free and Paid Access: The use of the Free Plan on Tattoob.io is free of charge. Fees apply to the Starter, Pro, and Premium plans, which can be paid via PayPal.

Pricing and Changes: The prices for the paid plans are listed on the Tattoob.io website and are subject to change. Users will be informed of any price changes in a timely manner.

Payment Terms: Payments for paid subscriptions are due either monthly or annually in advance for the respective billing period. Users can choose between monthly and annual payment options.

Contract Duration and Termination:

• The contract duration depends on the chosen plan. Paid plans can be subscribed to on a monthly or annual basis.

  • Users can cancel the contract at any time via PayPal. The cancellation becomes effective at the end of the current billing period.

  • Tattoob.io reserves the right to terminate user accounts without notice in case of violations of these Terms and Conditions.

  • Upon cancellation, access to the paid features will remain until the end of the already paid billing period.

Changes to Payment Terms:

• Tattoob.io reserves the right to change the payment terms at its discretion. Such changes will be communicated to users in a timely manner and will take effect at the announced time.

9. Limitation of Liability

User Content: Tattoob.io assumes no liability for content created and published by users. Each user is solely responsible for the legality, accuracy, and appropriateness of their content.

Claims for Damages: Tattoob.io is only liable for damages resulting from intentional or grossly negligent breaches of duty by Tattoob.io, its legal representatives, or agents. Any further liability is excluded to the extent permitted by law.

User’s Responsibility: Users are required to create their own backup copies of their content and ensure that their data, content, and devices are adequately protected during the use of the platform. Tattoob.io is not liable for losses or damages arising from downloading, installing, or using the platform or from copying, distributing, or downloading content.

Indirect and Consequential Damages: Neither party shall be liable for indirect, special, exemplary, punitive, or consequential damages, including but not limited to lost profits, lost revenue, data loss, or business interruptions, regardless of whether arising out of breach of contract, negligence, or any other cause, even if advised of the possibility of such damages.

10. Disclaimer of Liability

Use at Your Own Risk: Use of the platform and exploration of its content is at your own risk. Tattoob.io provides the platform “AS IS” and “AS AVAILABLE” without any warranties, either express or implied, including, but not limited to, warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, non-infringement, or performance.

Availability and Security: Tattoob.io and its affiliates do not guarantee that:

• The platform will be uninterrupted, secure, or available at any particular time or location;

• Any errors or defects will be corrected;

• The platform is free of viruses or other harmful components;

• The platform will be effective or that the results of using the platform will meet your requirements;

• Any content on the platform (including any user content) is complete, accurate, reliable, suitable, or available for any purpose.

Maximum Legal Permissibility: These terms apply to the maximum extent permitted by law. Nothing in these terms is intended to exclude, restrict, or modify any statutory rights that you may have which cannot be excluded, restricted, or modified by contract.

11. Privacy

Data Protection: Protecting the data of our users is important to us. The collection, processing, and use of personal data are carried out in accordance with our privacy policy and applicable legal provisions, particularly the GDPR.

12. Right of Withdrawal

Detailed Information: For detailed information on data protection, please refer to our [privacy policy] on the Tattoob.io website.

Right of Withdrawal for Consumers: Consumers have the statutory right, under certain conditions, to withdraw from an online contract (distance contract) within a specified period (usually 14 days) without providing any reason. Detailed information on the conditions for withdrawal can be found in this section.

Eligible Users: The right of withdrawal applies to European consumers under EU regulations. Users who do not qualify as consumers cannot exercise the rights described here.

Exercising the Right of Withdrawal: To exercise the right of withdrawal, users must send the operator a clear declaration of their decision to withdraw from the contract.

Using the Model Withdrawal Form: Users can use this [MODEL WITHDRAWAL FORM] to exercise their right of withdrawal. Alternatively, they may declare their withdrawal in any other clear form. The withdrawal declaration must be sent within the withdrawal period to be effective.

End of the Withdrawal Period: The withdrawal period ends 14 days after the day of contract conclusion for services, unless the user has waived the right of withdrawal.

Consequences of Withdrawal: In the event of an effective withdrawal, the operator will refund all payments received, including delivery costs, except for additional costs arising from choosing a more expensive delivery method than the standard option offered.

Refund: The refund will be made promptly and no later than 14 days after receipt of the withdrawal declaration. Unless otherwise agreed, the refund will be made using the same payment method the user used for the original transaction. The user will not incur any additional costs due to the refund.

Services Before the End of the Withdrawal Period: If the user requests that the service begins before the end of the withdrawal period and then exercises the right of withdrawal, the user is obligated to pay an appropriate amount for the part of the service provided up to the point of withdrawal, relative to the total service.

13. Dispute Resolution

Amicable Dispute Resolution: Users can resolve disputes with the operator amicably. The right of users to initiate legal proceedings remains unaffected. However, in case of any controversy regarding the use of the application or services, users are encouraged to contact the operator using the contact details provided in this document.

Submitting Complaints: Users can send complaints, including a brief description and, if applicable, details of the order, purchase, or account in question, to the operator’s email address provided in this document. The operator will handle the complaint promptly and within 21 days of receipt.

Online Dispute Resolution for Consumers: The European Commission has established an online platform for out-of-court dispute resolution to help consumers resolve disputes related to online purchase and service contracts. Therefore, European consumers or consumers residing in Norway, Iceland, or Liechtenstein can use this platform to resolve disputes. The platform is available at the following link: [Link to the European Commission’s Online Dispute Resolution Platform]

14. Final Provisions

Severability Clause: Should individual provisions of these Terms and Conditions be or become invalid, the validity of the remaining provisions shall remain unaffected.

Applicable Law: The laws of the Federal Republic of Germany shall apply, excluding the United Nations Convention on Contracts for the International Sale of Goods (CISG).

Jurisdiction: The place of jurisdiction for all disputes arising from this contractual relationship shall, to the extent legally permissible, be the registered office of Tattoob.io.

Tattoob.io, Kai Bothstede, Dorfstraße 15, 21514 Fitzen, Germany. [Contact Form]