General Terms and Conditions

Voctag UG (haftungsbeschränkt)

1. Scope and Applicability

1.1 General Provisions

These General Terms and Conditions of Business ("Terms") govern the contractual relationship between Voctag UG (haftungsbeschränkt), Simon-Dach-Straße 31, 10245 Berlin, Germany, registered in the Commercial Register of the Local Court of Charlottenburg under HRB 10470, VAT ID: DE309683570 (hereinafter "Voctag", "we", "us", or "our") and users of our digital learning platform and services (hereinafter "Customer", "you", or "your").

1.2 Applicability

These Terms apply to all contracts for the provision of digital educational content, courses, memberships, and related services offered through our online platform. They govern both business-to-consumer (B2C) and business-to-business (B2B) relationships, with specific provisions for consumer protection where applicable.

1.3 Consumer Definition

For the purposes of these Terms, a "Consumer" is any natural person who enters into a legal transaction for purposes that are predominantly outside their trade, business, or profession, as defined under German and EU law.

1.4 Platform Integration

By using our services, you also agree to comply with the terms of use of our learning platform and any third-party services integrated therein, including payment processors and content delivery networks.

1.5 Amendment Procedures

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. Changes will be communicated to existing customers via email and prominent notice on our platform at least 30 days before taking effect. Continued use of our services after the effective date constitutes acceptance of the modified Terms.

2. Services Description

2.1 Course Content and Access

We provide digital educational content including but not limited to:

  • Online courses with video, audio, and text materials

  • Interactive learning modules and assessments

  • Downloadable resources and materials

  • Live and recorded webinars and workshops

  • Community access and discussion forums

2.2 Membership Tiers and Benefits

Our services include various membership options with different periods and content.

2.3 Platform Availability

We strive to provide continuous access to our services but do not guarantee uninterrupted availability. Service may be temporarily unavailable due to technical issues, updates, or circumstances beyond our control. We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue any aspect of our services at any time, subject to applicable consumer rights.

2.4 Technical Requirements

Customers are responsible for maintaining:

  • Stable internet connection

  • Compatible devices and browsers

  • Current operating systems and security updates

  • Compliance with minimum system requirements as specified on our platform

3. Registration and Account

3.1 Account Creation

Pre-Purchase Registration: You may register for an account before making a purchase by providing accurate and complete registration information.

Automatic Account Creation: If you make a purchase without a pre-existing account, we will automatically create an account for you using the information provided during checkout. You will receive login credentials via email to access your purchased content.

All users must:

  • Provide accurate and complete information during registration or purchase

  • Maintain the confidentiality of account credentials provided to you

  • Notify us immediately of any unauthorized account access

  • Ensure you meet the minimum age requirement of 18 years.

3.2 User Obligations

Upon account creation (whether self-registered or automatically created after purchase), you agree to:

  • Use the services only for lawful purposes

  • Respect intellectual property rights

  • Not share account credentials with third parties

  • Not attempt to circumvent technical protection measures

  • Comply with community guidelines and codes of conduct

  • Check your email for important account information and updates

3.3 Prohibited Uses

You may not:

  • Resell, redistribute, or commercially exploit our content

  • Use our services to harm others or engage in illegal activities

  • Attempt to reverse engineer or extract our proprietary content

  • Create derivative works without explicit permission

  • Interfere with the proper functioning of our platform

3.4 Account Suspension and Termination

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate accounts for:

  • Violation of these Terms

  • Fraudulent or suspicious activity

  • Non-payment of fees

  • Abuse of our systems or other users

  • Legal or regulatory requirements

4. Pricing and Payment

4.1 Pricing Display

All prices are displayed in US-Dollar (USD) and include applicable German VAT (Mehrwertsteuer) at the current rate. For customers outside Germany, VAT may be applied according to applicable EU VAT regulations or reverse charge mechanisms.

4.2 Payment Methods

We accept:

  • Major credit and debit cards (Visa, Mastercard, American Express)

  • PayPal and other digital payment services

  • SEPA Direct Debit (for EU customers)

  • Bank transfers (for certain transaction types)

  • Klarna

4.3 Subscription Billing

For subscription services:

  • Billing occurs automatically at the beginning of each billing period

  • You authorize us to charge your selected payment method

  • Price changes will be communicated at least 30 days in advance

  • Subscriptions automatically renew unless cancelled before the next billing date

4.4 Failed Payment Handling

In case of payment failure:

  • We will attempt to process payment up to 8 times

  • Your account may be temporarily suspended after failed attempts

  • You will be notified via email of payment issues

  • Service will be restored upon successful payment

4.5 Currency and International Payments

  • Primary currency is EUR; other currencies may be offered

  • Exchange rates are determined by payment processors

  • International transaction fees may apply as determined by your bank or payment provider

5. Withdrawal Rights and Refunds

5.1 EU Consumer Withdrawal Right

EU consumers have the right to withdraw from contracts within 14 days of purchase without giving reasons, as provided by the EU Consumer Rights Directive.

5.2 Exceptions for Digital Content

The withdrawal right does not apply to digital content if:

  • You have given explicit consent to immediate performance

  • You acknowledge that you lose your withdrawal right upon downloading or streaming

  • You have started downloading or accessing the digital content

5.3 Exercise of Withdrawal Right

To exercise your withdrawal right:

  • Send clear written notice via email to support@energetic-youth.com

  • Include your order number and reason for withdrawal (if desired)

  • Submit the notice within the 14-day period

5.4 Refund Processing

Refunds will be processed:

  • Within 14 days of receiving your withdrawal notice

  • Using the same payment method as the original transaction

  • In the original currency of purchase

  • Minus any applicable processing fees for partial service consumption

5.5 Partial Consumption Rules

For partially consumed digital content:

  • Refunds may be prorated based on usage

  • Access logs will determine the extent of consumption

  • Fair usage policies apply to prevent abuse

6. Intellectual Property

6.1 Content Ownership

All course content, materials, and platform elements are owned by Voctag or our licensors and are protected by:

  • German and international copyright law

  • Trade secret protection

  • Trademark rights

  • Database rights

6.2 License Grant

We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to:

  • Access and view purchased content for personal use

  • Download materials where explicitly permitted

  • Use content for personal educational purposes only

6.3 User-Generated Content

For content you submit to our platform:

  • You retain ownership of your original content

  • You grant us a license to use, display, and distribute such content on our platform

  • You warrant that you have the right to grant such license

  • We may moderate or remove content at our discretion

6.4 Copyright Protection

We respect intellectual property rights and will:

  • Respond to valid DMCA notices and equivalent EU procedures

  • Remove infringing content when properly notified

  • Terminate accounts of repeat infringers

  • Implement appropriate technical protection measures

7. Data Protection

7.1 GDPR Compliance

We process personal data in accordance with the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and German Federal Data Protection Act (BDSG-neu).

7.2 Privacy Policy Integration

Our Privacy Policy, available at https://www.energetic-youth.com/privacy, forms an integral part of these Terms and provides detailed information about:

  • Data collection and processing purposes

  • Legal bases for processing

  • Your rights as a data subject

  • International data transfers

7.3 Data Processing Purposes

We process personal data for:

  • Service provision and customer support

  • Account creation (including automatic account setup for purchasers)

  • Payment processing and fraud prevention

  • Marketing communications (with consent)

  • Legal compliance and dispute resolution

  • Platform security and improvement

7.4 International Transfers

When transferring data outside the EU/EEA, we ensure appropriate safeguards through:

  • EU-US Data Privacy Framework compliance

  • Standard Contractual Clauses

  • Adequacy decisions by the European Commission

  • Other legally recognized transfer mechanisms

8. Liability and Disclaimers

8.1 German Law Liability Framework

Our liability is governed by German law (BGB) with the following limitations:

  • Unlimited liability for damages caused by intent or gross negligence

  • Limited liability for simple negligence only in cases of breach of essential contractual obligations

  • Exclusion of liability for simple negligence in non-essential matters, except for personal injury

8.2 Educational Content Disclaimers

Our educational content is provided for informational purposes only and:

The content offered is intended solely for personal and professional development. It is not a substitute for medical or therapeutic treatment, nor for legal, tax, financial, or similar advice. It is exclusively aimed at individuals who are not in an exceptional or emergency situation.

Recommendations made accessible through our pages and services cannot guarantee any specific outcome and are largely based on personal experiences. A responsible approach to the content made available to you is important.

IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICE:

NEVER practice exercises, meditations, or any other content while driving, operating machinery, or engaging in any activity requiring your full attention

DO NOT use our content if you are in a medical emergency or crisis situation

STOP immediately if you experience pain, discomfort, dizziness, or any adverse symptoms

CONSULT your physician before beginning any new wellness or exercise program

8.3 Technical Availability

We disclaim liability for:

  • Temporary service interruptions

  • Third-party platform dependencies

  • Internet connectivity issues

  • Device or software compatibility problems

  • Force majeure events beyond our control

8.4 Maximum Liability Cap

Our total liability for damages, regardless of legal theory, shall not exceed:

  • For consumers: The amount paid by you in the 12 months preceding the claim

  • For business customers: The amount paid by you in the 6 months preceding the claim

8.5 Force Majeure

We are not liable for delays or failures due to circumstances beyond our reasonable control, including but not limited to:

  • Natural disasters and extreme weather events

  • Government actions and regulatory changes

  • Internet service provider failures

  • Cyber attacks and security incidents

  • Pandemic-related restrictions

9. Termination

9.1 Customer Termination Rights

You may terminate your account and subscriptions:

  • At any time by giving 30 days' written notice

  • Immediately for cause if we materially breach these Terms

  • Through your account settings for subscription services

  • Subject to applicable withdrawal and refund provisions

9.2 Company Termination Rights

We may terminate your account:

  • With 30 days' notice for convenience

  • Immediately for material breach of these Terms

  • For non-payment after reasonable notice and opportunity to cure

  • If required by law or regulatory authorities

  • If we discontinue services generally

9.3 Effect of Termination

Upon termination:

  • Your access to the platform will cease

  • Downloaded content licenses will terminate

  • Account data will be handled according to our Privacy Policy

  • Outstanding payment obligations remain due

  • Survival clauses will continue to apply

9.4 Data Retention Post-Termination

After termination, we will:

  • Retain data as required by law (typically 6-10 years for business records)

  • Delete personal data upon request, subject to legal obligations

  • Provide data export options before account closure

  • Maintain anonymized data for analytics purposes

10. Dispute Resolution

10.1 Governing Law and Jurisdiction

These Terms are governed by German law, excluding the UN Convention on Contracts for the International Sale of Goods (CISG).

For disputes with:

  • Consumers: German courts have jurisdiction, with special jurisdiction rules under Brussels I Regulation

  • Business customers: Courts of Berlin, Germany have exclusive jurisdiction

10.2 EU Online Dispute Resolution

EU consumers may access the Online Dispute Resolution platform provided by the European Commission at: https://ec.europa.eu/consumers/odr/

10.3 Alternative Dispute Resolution

We participate in alternative dispute resolution through:

  • German arbitration institutions

  • Industry-specific mediation services

  • Consumer dispute resolution bodies where applicable

10.4 Limitation Period

Claims must be brought within the statutory limitation periods under German law:

  • Generally 3 years from the end of the year in which the claim arose

  • Shorter periods may apply for specific types of claims

  • Consumer warranty claims have special limitation rules

11. Special Provisions

11.1 Multi-Jurisdictional VAT

We handle VAT obligations according to:

  • German VAT law for domestic sales

  • EU VAT rules for cross-border EU sales

  • Applicable local tax requirements for non-EU sales

  • One-Stop Shop (OSS) procedures where applicable

11.2 Subscription Auto-Renewal

Subscription services automatically renew unless:

  • You cancel before the next billing cycle

  • Your payment method is invalid or insufficient

  • We terminate the subscription in accordance with these Terms

  • Legal requirements mandate termination

11.3 Content Accessibility

We strive to make our content accessible but cannot guarantee:

  • Compatibility with all assistive technologies

  • Translation into all languages

  • Accommodation of all disabilities

  • Third-party accessibility compliance

11.4 Technical Support

Technical support is provided:

  • Via email during business hours (Monday-Friday)

  • Through our help center

  • In English

11.5 Community Guidelines

Our platform community is governed by:

  • Respectful and constructive communication standards

  • Prohibition of harassment, discrimination, and abuse

  • Content moderation and removal policies

  • Reporting mechanisms for violations

12. Final Provisions

12.1 Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions will continue in full force and effect. Invalid provisions will be replaced by valid provisions that most closely approximate the economic purpose of the invalid provision.

12.2 Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy and any additional terms for specific services, constitute the entire agreement between you and Voctag regarding our services.

12.3 Language

These Terms are originally drafted in English. In case of discrepancies between language versions, the English version prevails, except where local law requires otherwise for consumer contracts.

12.4 Assignment

You may not assign your rights or obligations under these Terms without our written consent. We may assign our rights and obligations to affiliated companies or in connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets.

12.5 Contact Information

For questions about these Terms or our services, please contact:

Voctag UG (haftungsbeschränkt)
Simon-Dach-Straße 31
10245 Berlin, Germany
Email: support@energetic-youth.com
Managing Director: Jonas Isidor Quirin Reif
VAT ID: DE309683570

Last Updated: September 2025

These Terms and Conditions are legally binding. By using our services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree with any part of these Terms, please do not use our services.