Terms of Service

1. Agreement to Terms

By accessing and using the Goose Jerky website (https://goosejerky.shop), you accept and agree to be bound by the terms and provision of this agreement.

These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your use of our website and services operated by Goose Jerky, located in the Netherlands.

If you do not agree to abide by the above, please do not use this service.

2. Company Information

3. Services Description

Goose Jerky provides:

• Informational website about premium goose jerky products
• WhatsApp waitlist service for product notifications
• Personality quiz and product recommendations
• Marketing communications (with consent)
• Customer support via WhatsApp and email

Note: We are currently in pre-launch phase. Products are not yet available for purchase.

4. User Obligations and Conduct

4.1 Permitted Use

You may use our website for lawful purposes only. You agree to use the website in a manner consistent with any and all applicable laws and regulations.

4.2 Prohibited Activities

• Attempting to gain unauthorized access to our systems
• Using automated tools to scrape or harvest data
• Transmitting viruses, malware, or harmful code
• Impersonating others or providing false information
• Engaging in spamming or unsolicited marketing
• Violating intellectual property rights
• Using the service for illegal activities

4.3 Account Responsibility

While we don't require user accounts, you are responsible for:

• Providing accurate contact information (WhatsApp)
• Maintaining the security of your communications
• Notifying us of any unauthorized use

5. Intellectual Property Rights

5.1 Our Content

The website and its original content, features, and functionality are owned by Goose Jerky and are protected by international copyright, trademark, patent, trade secret, and other intellectual property laws.

5.2 User Content

By submitting quiz responses or communicating with us, you grant us a non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free license to use this information for:

• Providing personalized recommendations
• Improving our services
• Marketing communications (with consent)
• Statistical analysis (anonymized)

5.3 Trademark Notice

Goose Jerky™ and all related marks are trademarks of Goose Jerky. Other trademarks mentioned are the property of their respective owners.

6. Privacy and Data Protection

Your privacy is important to us. Our collection and use of personal information is governed by our Privacy Policy, which complies with:

• General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)
• Dutch Personal Data Protection Act
• ePrivacy Regulation

Key privacy protections:

• Explicit consent for data processing
• Right to access, rectify, and delete your data
• Data minimization principles
• Secure data transmission and storage

7. Disclaimers and Limitations

7.1 Service Availability

We do not guarantee that:

• The service will be uninterrupted or error-free
• All information on the website is accurate or complete
• The website will be available at all times
• Third-party services (WhatsApp) will be available

7.2 Content Disclaimer

The information on this website is provided on an "as is" basis. We make no representations or warranties of any kind, express or implied, about:

• The accuracy, reliability, or completeness of information
• The suitability of our products for particular purposes
• The results you may obtain from using our services

7.3 Health and Dietary Information

Product information is for general informational purposes only and should not be considered medical or dietary advice. Consult healthcare professionals for specific dietary needs.

8. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by applicable law, Goose Jerky shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, including without limitation:

• Loss of profits, data, or business opportunities
• Costs of procurement of substitute goods or services
• Interruption of use or loss of data
• Personal injury or property damage

Maximum Liability: Our total liability shall not exceed €50 per incident or €200 in aggregate per year.

EU Consumer Rights: Nothing in these terms shall limit your statutory rights as a consumer under EU or Dutch law.

9. Indemnification

You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless Goose Jerky from and against any claims, damages, costs, and expenses (including attorney fees) arising from:

• Your breach of these Terms
• Your violation of any law or regulation
• Your violation of the rights of a third party
• Your use of the website

10. Termination

10.1 Termination by Us

We may terminate or suspend your access immediately, without prior notice, for conduct that we believe:

• Violates these Terms
• Is harmful to other users or third parties
• Violates applicable law
• Is subject to legal process

10.2 Termination by You

You may stop using our services at any time. To remove your data, contact us at [email protected] or use our privacy controls.

10.3 Effect of Termination

Upon termination:

• Your right to access the website ceases immediately
• We will delete your personal data (unless legally required to retain)
• Provisions regarding liability and indemnification survive termination

11. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution

11.1 Applicable Law

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Netherlands, without regard to conflict of law principles.

11.2 Jurisdiction

Any disputes arising under these Terms shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the Dutch courts.

11.3 EU Consumer Rights

If you are an EU consumer, you may also bring proceedings in the courts of your country of residence.

11.4 Alternative Dispute Resolution

We are committed to resolving disputes amicably. Before legal action, please contact us at [email protected] to attempt resolution.

EU consumers may also use the European Commission's Online Dispute Resolution platform.

12. Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these terms at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting to the website.

We will notify users of material changes through:

• Prominent notice on the website
• WhatsApp message (if subscribed)
• Email notification (if provided)

Continued use of the website after changes constitutes acceptance of the modified terms.

13. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is held to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.

14. Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy and Cookie Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and Goose Jerky regarding the use of our website.

15. Contact Information

Questions about these Terms should be sent to: