Article 1 - Applicability.
1.1. These general terms and conditions apply to all agreements between Debat.NL and the
client relating to:
- participation in, use of, and/or assignment for training, courses, and consultancy
services; - provision of software via a SaaS model (Software as a Service);
- other services as described in the agreement between Debat.NL and the client.
1.2. Deviations from these terms and conditions are only valid if confirmed in writing by
Debat.NL.
Article 2 - Conclusion of the Agreement
2.1. The agreement is concluded by:
- written confirmation (via email, post, or other electronic communication) by Debat.NL;
- acceptance of an offer from Debat.NL by the client;
- actual use of the service by the client.
2.2. The use of the software is subject to a time-limited license as specified in the agreement.
Article 3 - License terms
3.1. The client is granted a non-exclusive, non-transferable right to use the software solely for professional purposes during the agreed license period.
3.2. The use of the software is limited to the number of users or licenses as specified in the agreement.
3.3. The client is not permitted to:
- copy, modify, or distribute the software;
- reverse-engineer, decompile, or otherwise attempt to discover the source code;
- use the software in a manner that violates applicable laws and regulations.
Article 4 - Cancellation of Events
4.1 Cancellation by the client:
- The client has the right to cancel participation in or the assignment for an event (such as a course, training, symposium, workshop, or other physical or online meetings) in writing or by email.
- In the event of cancellation more than one month before the scheduled start date of the event, the client is required to pay 50% of the agreed fee.
- In the event of cancellation less than one month before the scheduled start date of the event, the client is required to pay 100% of the agreed fee.
4.2. Cancellation by Debat.NL:
- Debat.NL reserves the right to cancel an event in case of force majeure (such as illness of the trainer, technical issues, or other circumstances beyond Debat.NL's control).
- In the event of cancellation by Debat.NL, an alternative date will be agreed upon with the client. If no alternative is possible, any fees already paid for the event will be fully refunded.
4.3. Mid-course termination:
- If the client or the participants designated by the client terminate their participation in an event after it has started or otherwise cease using the event, no refund of fees already paid will be granted.
4.4. Applicability to events:
- This article applies exclusively to physical or online events organized by Debat.NL. Cancellation of other services, including software licenses, is governed by the specific provisions in the relevant articles of these terms and conditions.
Article 5 – Prices and Payment
5.1. All prices are exclusive of VAT, unless otherwise stated.
5.2. Payment must be made within 30 days of the invoice date, unless otherwise agreed in writing.
5.3. In the event of late payment, Debat.NL is entitled to suspend access to the software or other services.
5.4. Any travel and accommodation costs are not included, unless expressly agreed otherwise in writing.
Article 6 - Liability
6.1. Debat.NL provides no guarantees regarding the operation, availability, or error-free nature of the software.
6.2. Debat.NL is only liable for direct damages resulting from intent or gross negligence, up to the maximum amount paid for the respective service or software.
6.3. Debat.NL is not liable for:
- indirect damages, such as lost profits or loss of data;
- disruptions or limitations resulting from factors beyond Debat.NL's control;
- errors caused by incorrect or unauthorized use of the software.
6.4. In no event will the total liability of Debat.NL exceed €5,000.
Article 7 - Intellectual Property
7.1. All intellectual property rights related to the software, materials, and documentation remain with Debat.NL or its licensors.
7.2. The client is granted usage rights only as explicitly specified in these terms and conditions or the agreement.
7.3. The client is not permitted to publish, reproduce, or use any materials for other purposes without prior written permission from Debat.NL
Article 8 - Privacy and Data Protection
8.1. Debat.NL processes only personal data necessary to provide access to the software, such as email addresses and login credentials.
8.2. The client is responsible for compliance with privacy regulations when using the software.
Article 9 - Termination
9.1. Debat.NL is entitled to terminate the agreement with immediate effect if the client:
- acts in violation of these general terms and conditions;
- fails to meet payment obligations after being given notice of default.
9.2. In the event of termination due to a violation of the general terms and conditions, the client is not entitled to a refund of any amounts already paid.
9.3. Upon termination, the client’s right to use the software expires, and all licenses are automatically revoked.
Article 10 – Governing Law and Disputes
10.1. All agreements between Debat.NL and the client are governed by Dutch law.
10.2. Disputes will be submitted exclusively to the competent court in the location of Debat.NL's registered office