Terms & Conditions

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Welcome to ExpatsUk.net (“we”, “us”, “our”).

By accessing or using this website, including its blog, events directory, forums, and community groups (collectively, the “Services”), you agree to be bound by these Terms & Conditions.

If you do not agree, please discontinue use of the website.

1. Scope

These Terms & Conditions apply to all users of ExpatsUk.net.

Conflicting or deviating terms of users shall not apply unless expressly agreed to in writing.

2. Services

ExpatsUk.net provides:

  • Informational blog content

  • An events directory

  • Community features such as forums, groups, and comments

We reserve the right to modify, restrict, or discontinue services at any time.

3. Eligibility

Users must be at least 18 years old, or have permission from a legal guardian.

4. User Accounts

Certain features require registration.

Users agree to:

  • Provide accurate and up-to-date information

  • Keep login credentials confidential

  • Be responsible for all activities under their account

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate accounts in case of misuse or legal violations.

5. User-Generated Content

Users may submit content (posts, comments, event listings).

By submitting content, users confirm that:

  • They own the rights or have permission to publish it

  • The content does not violate laws or third-party rights

Prohibited content includes:

  • Illegal, defamatory, misleading, or offensive material

  • Hate speech, harassment, or discrimination

  • Spam, unauthorized advertising, or malicious software

We reserve the right to remove or moderate content at our discretion.

6. Events Directory Disclaimer

Event listings are provided by users or third parties.

We do not guarantee:

  • Accuracy or completeness of event information

  • That events will take place as announced

Participation in events is at the user’s own risk.

7. No Professional Advice

All content is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal, tax, financial, or professional advice.

8. Intellectual Property

All website content (excluding user-generated content) is protected under German copyright law.

Unauthorized use, reproduction, or distribution is prohibited without written consent.

9. Liability

To the extent permitted by German law:

  • We are liable only for intent and gross negligence

  • We are not liable for user-generated content or third-party content

  • Liability for indirect or consequential damages is excluded

Statutory liability for personal injury remains unaffected.

10. External Links

This website may contain links to third-party websites.

We have no influence over their content and assume no liability.

11. Use of Google Services

Google Analytics

This website uses Google Analytics, provided by Google Ireland Limited.

Google Analytics uses cookies to analyze website usage.

IP anonymization is enabled.

Legal basis: Art. 6 (1) lit. a GDPR (consent)

A data processing agreement has been concluded in accordance with Art. 28 GDPR.

Data transfers to third countries (e.g. USA) are safeguarded by EU Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs).

Google Search Console

This website uses Google Search Console to monitor search visibility.

This service does not use cookies and does not create user profiles.

Legal basis: Art. 6 (1) lit. f GDPR (legitimate interest).

Google reCAPTCHA

To protect forms and community features, this website uses Google reCAPTCHA.

The service analyzes user behavior to prevent automated abuse.

Legal basis: Art. 6 (1) lit. f GDPR (legitimate interest).

Google Fonts

This website may use Google Fonts to ensure consistent design.

When loaded, a connection to Google servers may be established.

Legal basis: Art. 6 (1) lit. f GDPR (legitimate interest).

12. Termination

We reserve the right to restrict or terminate access to the Services in case of misuse or legal violations.

13. Governing Law & Jurisdiction

These Terms & Conditions are governed by the laws of the Federal Republic of Germany.

Where legally permissible, Stuttgart, Germany, shall be the exclusive place of jurisdiction.

14. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is invalid, the remaining provisions remain unaffected.

Impressum

(Information pursuant to German law §5 DDG / §18 MStV)

Website Operator:

ExpatsUk.net

MilnersConsulting

Address:

Donnstetter Wegs,

Munsingen, 72525

Germany

Contact:

Email: steven@expatsuk.net

VAT Identification Number (if applicable)

VAT ID: [Insert VAT ID]

Online Dispute Resolution

The European Commission provides a platform for online dispute resolution (ODR):

https://ec.europa.eu/consumers/odr

We are not obliged and not willing to participate in dispute resolution before a consumer arbitration board.

Liability for Content

We are responsible for our own content under general laws.

We are not obliged to monitor third-party content.

Upon becoming aware of legal violations, such content will be removed immediately.

Liability for Links

Our website contains links to external websites.

We assume no liability for their content.

Copyright

All content on this website is subject to German copyright law.

Reproduction or distribution requires prior written consent.