Terms of Use

Last updated: 04.09.2024

Welcome to Index Welt. These Terms of Use ("Terms") govern your access to and use of our website www.indexwelt.com, including any content, functionality, and services offered on or through the Site.

By accessing or using the Site, you agree to comply with and be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree with these Terms, please do not use our Site.

1. General Use

1.1 License to Use the Site: We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to access and use the Site for personal, non-commercial purposes, subject to these Terms.

2. User Conduct

2.1 Prohibited Uses: You agree not to use the Site for any unlawful purpose or in any way that could harm the Site, its users, or any third party. Prohibited activities include, but are not limited to:

• Uploading or transmitting any harmful, disruptive, or destructive files.
• Attempting to gain unauthorized access to the Site, other user accounts, or any computer systems or networks connected to the Site.
• Using the Site to send unsolicited commercial emails or spam.

2.2 Content Standards: You are responsible for any content you post or transmit on or through the Site. Your content must not:

• Infringe on any intellectual property rights or privacy rights of others.
• Contain false, misleading, or defamatory information.
• Promote illegal activities or violence.

3. Intellectual Property

3.1 Ownership: All content on the Site, including text, graphics, logos, and software, is our property or the property of our content suppliers and is protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

3.2 Restrictions: You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, or create derivative works from any content on the Site without our prior written consent.

4. RSS Feeds and Third-Party Content

4.1 RSS Feeds: We provide RSS feeds for your convenience. These feeds are subject to these Terms and any additional terms provided by the content providers. You may not alter or modify the RSS feeds, and you must provide attribution to the original content source.

4.2 Third-Party Content: Our Site may contain links to third-party websites or content. We do not endorse or assume any responsibility for any third-party content or websites. If you access third-party websites or content, you do so at your own risk.

5. RSS Feed Liability Disclaimer

We aggregate news and information from various external sources via RSS feeds. We do not control the content of these RSS feeds and are not responsible for the accuracy, legality, or reliability of the information provided through these feeds. By using the Site, you acknowledge that all third-party content is provided "as is" and is subject to the terms of the respective content provider.

You agree that we will not be held responsible for any damages, losses, or liabilities arising from your reliance on any third-party RSS feed content displayed on the Site.

6. Privacy

Your use of the Site is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which outlines how we collect, use, and protect your personal information. By using the Site, you consent to the processing of your information as described in our Privacy Policy.

7. Limitation of Liability

6.1 Disclaimer of Warranties: The Site and all content, services, and features are provided "as is" without any warranties of any kind, either express or implied. We do not warrant that the Site will be available, secure, or free of errors or viruses.

6.2 Limitation of Liability: To the fullest extent permitted by law, we shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages resulting from your use of the Site, including but not limited to damages for lost profits, data loss, or business interruption.

8. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

These Terms are governed by the laws of Germany. Any disputes arising out of or in connection with these Terms or your use of the Site shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts located in Germany.

9. Changes to These Terms

We may update these Terms from time to time. If we make significant changes, we will notify you by posting a notice on the Site or by other means. Your continued use of the Site after any changes indicates your acceptance of the new Terms.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions about these Terms, please contact us at www.indexwelt.com.

Privacy Policy

Last updated: 04.09.2024

At Index Welt, we value your privacy. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your personal information when you use our website www.indexwelt.com.

1. Data Collection

We collect various types of personal data, including:

• Personal Information: Such as your name, email address, postal address, and phone number, provided by you during registration or when using our services.
• Usage Data: Information automatically collected when you interact with our Site, including your IP address, browser type, and pages visited.
• Cookies: We use cookies to enhance your experience on our Site. You can control cookie settings through your browser.

2. Use of Collected Data

We use your data to:

• Provide and maintain our services.
• Improve and personalize your experience on our Site.
• Communicate with you via newsletters or promotional materials.
• Comply with legal obligations.

3. Data Sharing

We do not sell your personal information. However, we may share your data with:

• Service Providers: Third-party vendors who help us operate the Site.
• Legal Authorities: If required by law or to protect our rights.

4. Data Security

We implement reasonable security measures to protect your personal data. However, no system is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee the absolute security of your data.

5. Your Rights

As a user located in the European Union, you have the following rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR):

• Right to Access: Request a copy of your personal data.
• Right to Rectification: Correct any inaccurate or incomplete data.
• Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your data, under certain conditions.
• Right to Restrict Processing: Request limitation of data processing.
• Right to Data Portability: Obtain and reuse your data across different services.
• Right to Object: Object to the processing of your data under specific circumstances.

To exercise these rights, please contact us at indexwelt@gmail.com.

6. Data Retention

We retain your personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy or as required by law.

7. International Data Transfers

Your data may be transferred to and processed in countries outside the European Economic Area (EEA). We ensure such transfers comply with GDPR by implementing appropriate safeguards.

8. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date.

9. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us using the contact form below or at: indexwelt@gmail.com.