General Terms of Use

1. Subject Matter of the Contract, Amendment Clause

About Us

We, Deutsch-Vorbereitung.com, are an online platform for preparing for German language exams at levels A1, A2, B1, B2, C1, C2, as well as the citizenship test. On our platform, you will find a wide variety of exercises and tests. Some of these are available for free, while others are accessible only through a paid subscription. We offer a subscription service (hereinafter referred to as the "Service") that allows subscribers, upon payment of a subscription fee (hereinafter referred to as the "Subscription Fee" or "Price"), to access our specially developed exercises for exam preparation.

To use our service, you must create a user account (hereinafter referred to as the "Account") on our platform after completing a certain number of test tasks.

2. Subject and Scope of the Terms of Use

These Terms of Use govern the conditions for using your Account and our Service. The Service mentioned in these Terms of Use refers exclusively to the exercises we offer for preparing for German language exams, including all associated features, recommendations, reviews, the user interface, as well as all content and software offerings related to our Service.

Please note that certain offers, discounts, and promotions may be subject to separate terms and conditions that either replace or supplement these Terms of Use. In the event of any contradictions between these Terms of Use and the additional terms and conditions, the latter shall take precedence.

These Terms of Use do not apply to services provided by third parties that we reference or promote as part of our Service. Such third-party services may have their own terms and conditions, for which we are not responsible.

Amendment Clause

We reserve the right to amend or supplement these Terms of Use with future effect if there is a valid reason to do so. A valid reason exists if changes in legal or regulatory requirements necessitate such amendments, if the changes are purely technical or due to our operational processes, if they are necessary to improve the functionality of the Account and/or our Service, or in other cases where the changes are solely beneficial or neutral to you. If the amendment significantly disrupts the contractual balance between you and us or is unreasonable for you, the amendment will not be implemented.

Changes to these Terms of Use will be communicated to the email address associated with your Account, along with the revised version. The changes will be deemed accepted by you unless you object within four weeks of receiving the amendment notice. We will explicitly inform you of your right to object, the deadline, and the legal consequences, particularly regarding the implications of not objecting, in the amendment notice. An email to us ([email protected]) is sufficient to object. Your right to terminate the contract remains unaffected.

Third-Party Offers

We are entitled to offer additional products and services through our platform that are published by third parties in connection with their own products and services. In such cases, we do not act as the provider but merely promote these offers. If you wish to purchase products or services from these third parties, you must visit the website of the respective third party.

3. Account

Creation, Modification, Deletion

To use our service, it is necessary to create an account on our platform. For this purpose, during the registration process on our website www.deutsch-vorbereitung.com, you must provide certain personal data (e.g. your email address) and set a password. If required, you may need to confirm the information provided as part of our security measures. You may access your created account at any time and view the information stored therein, such as details about your subscription. You may also update your personal data at any time. In some cases, additional verification of the new data may be required for security reasons.

Through your account, you may also subscribe to various informational newsletters, which you can unsubscribe from at any time.

If the data you provided changes after creating your account, you must update it immediately in your account. We always communicate with you via the email address stored in your account, so it is important to keep this information up to date. Please ensure that you can receive our emails by checking your spam filter settings if necessary. We accept no responsibility for non-delivery of messages if the issue is caused by third parties, such as the settings of your email service provider. This does not affect the statutory allocation of the burden of proof to your detriment.

Unless expressly agreed otherwise, your account, including the password, is intended exclusively for personal use. You may not pass on your account details to third parties or grant them access unless they are family members living in the same household. Please observe appropriate security measures and do not disclose your password to unauthorized persons. If a third party gains access to your account due to your negligence, you shall be liable for all consequences resulting from such access.

If we suspect unauthorized use of your account (e.g. a hacker attack), we may temporarily block it until the matter has been clarified or the password has been changed. If it is determined that you have intentionally enabled a violation, we reserve the right to terminate the subscription without prior notice and delete your account. If you suspect unauthorized access to your account, please contact us immediately using the contact details provided on our website.

In the account settings, you have the option to delete your account. Please note that deletion is not possible while you have an active subscription.

4. Subscription and Terms of Use

Free Use

As a user of our platform, you may complete the first five exercises free of charge and without registration. After registering on our website, you will gain access to an additional ten free exercises. In total, 15 exercises are available to you at no additional cost.

Conclusion of Contract for Paid Use

After completing the first 15 exercises, a paid subscription is required to gain further access to all content and features of the platform. You may choose from the following subscription options:

  • Monthly Subscription: This subscription renews automatically each month and may be cancelled at any time. Payment can be made by credit card or via the PayPal payment service.
  • One-Month Access: Provides full access to all exercises and tests for a period of one month and automatically expires at the end of this period. Payment can be made by credit card, Klarna, Przelewy24, WeChat, Revolut Pay, Bancontact, iDEAL, or via eps bank transfer.
  • Three-Month Access: Provides full access to all exercises and tests for a period of three months. Payment is possible exclusively via bank transfer.

Terms of Use

Use of a subscription or a paid time-limited access is permitted on a maximum of three different devices.

Commencement and Term of the Contract

The contract for a paid subscription begins on the day of successful payment and renews automatically on a monthly basis unless cancelled. Time-limited access for one or three months does not renew automatically.

Cancellation of the Subscription

You may cancel your subscription at any time. The cancellation becomes effective at the end of the current billing period. After cancellation, you will retain access to the platform until the end of the period already paid for. Cancellation is carried out via the “My Data” function in your account.

Payments already made for a subscription or paid access are non-refundable.
However, one exception applies if the user submits a request for a refund within 7 calendar days from the conclusion of the contract (the first day of the subscription or paid access).

Payment Terms

Subscription fees are charged monthly in advance. For monthly subscriptions, the amount is automatically debited from the credit card or via PayPal. For one-month access, various payment methods are available, including credit card, Klarna, Przelewy24, WeChat, Revolut Pay, Bancontact, iDEAL, and eps bank transfer. Three-month access must be paid exclusively by bank transfer.

Price Changes

We reserve the right to adjust prices for subscriptions and access at our own discretion. We will inform you of any price increases at least 30 days before the changes take effect. Your right to cancel the subscription remains unaffected.

5. Email Newsletter

Consent to Receive the Newsletter

When registering on our website or using our platform, you have the option to subscribe to receive informational and promotional emails. By subscribing to the newsletter, you agree that we may regularly send you emails with information about new exercises, website features, promotions, updates, and other platform-related content.

Newsletter Content

Our newsletters may include:

  • Notifications about new exercises and tests added to the platform.
  • Information about new features and improvements to the website.
  • Special offers, promotions, and discounts on paid services.
  • Tips and recommendations on how to use the platform effectively to achieve better results.

Unsubscribing from the Newsletter

You can unsubscribe from our newsletter at any time. Use the unsubscribe link included in every email or adjust your subscription settings in your personal account under "My Data." After unsubscribing, you will no longer receive promotional or informational emails from us, except for service notifications related to your account or payments.

Privacy

We commit not to share your email address with third parties without your consent. All newsletters are sent in accordance with our privacy policy.

6. Affiliate Program

Participation in the Affiliate Program

Users who wish to promote our website and receive compensation can participate in our affiliate program. Participation allows you to earn passive income by promoting our platform. The conditions of the affiliate program are as follows:

Individual Promo Code

Each participant in the affiliate program receives an individual promo code. This code can be shared online to attract new users to our platform.

Benefits for Users

All users who use a partner's promo code receive a specific discount when purchasing a subscription or another paid access option. This increases the appeal of the code and supports the partner's promotional efforts.

Compensation for Partners

As a participant in the affiliate program, you are entitled to a one-time commission of 50% of the price of the monthly subscription or access purchased by a user using your individual promo code. This commission is credited to you once the user completes the purchase.

Payment of Commission

The commission payment is made upon the participant's request. A payout is only possible once the accumulated commission reaches at least €100. Once this amount is reached, you can request a payout. The payout will be processed within 14 business days of receiving the request.

Participation Requirements

To participate in the affiliate program, you must register through your user account on our platform and agree to the terms of the affiliate program. We reserve the right to exclude participants who violate our guidelines or misuse the program.

Changes to the Affiliate Program

We reserve the right to change or modify the terms of the affiliate program at any time. You will be informed of significant changes via email or through your user account.

Warranty

The statutory warranty rights for digital products that apply to you as a consumer remain unaffected.

7. Usage Rights

Rights Holder

We hold or are licensed for all rights to the platform's content, including exercises, model tests, and explanations. All materials are subject to our copyright or third-party copyrights.

Usage Restrictions

The use of the platform and its content is strictly for personal use. Commercial use, distribution, or reproduction of the content is prohibited. In case of misuse, we reserve the right to terminate the subscription without notice.

8. Right of Withdrawal

There is no right of withdrawal for this contract if you agree to the immediate provision of the service.

9. Technical Features, Availability of Content, Warranty

Service Availability

The service is generally available at all times, day and night. However, we reserve the right to temporarily interrupt the service for maintenance and updates, but we strive to keep these interruptions as short as possible.

Changes to Our Service and Adjustment of Content

Our content may change over time. We reserve the right to update the content.

Furthermore, we reserve the right to modify individual components of our service, including the website, user interfaces, and advertising functions, to fulfill our contractual obligations.

Updates to our services that go beyond maintaining contractual compliance may be made to improve your user experience (e.g., through new features or usability improvements), adapt to a new technical environment, accommodate an increased number of users, ensure functionality or security, implement legal requirements, or comply with court rulings or regulatory decisions. These changes will not result in additional costs for you.

10. Transfer to Third Parties

We are entitled to transfer payment claims against you as well as all rights and obligations arising from the subscription contract to third parties without your consent. In the event of a transfer of all rights and obligations, we will inform you 30 days in advance. You have the right to terminate the subscription contract at the time the transfer takes effect.

11. Miscellaneous Provisions

Severability Clause

If any provision of these Terms of Use is found to be invalid or unenforceable, the validity of the remaining provisions shall not be affected.

Applicable Law

Any contract concluded under these Terms of Use, as well as the Terms of Use themselves, shall be governed by the laws of the Federal Republic of Germany, excluding the provisions of the UN Convention on Contracts for the International Sale of Goods (CISG) and the rules of German Private International Law.

No Dispute Resolution

We do not participate in alternative dispute resolution procedures before a consumer arbitration board and are not legally required to do so.

Data Protection

We comply with legal regulations when processing personal data. Details can be found in our data protection notice, which can be accessed here.