Terms of Use

These Terms of Use constitute a legally binding agreement between you and Anna Smit governing your access to and use of this personal blog and creative studio website. By accessing, browsing, or submitting information through this site, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these terms in their entirety. If you do not accept any provision herein, you must cease using the website immediately. These terms are governed by the laws of the Netherlands and applicable European Union regulations.

1. Definitions and Interpretation For the purposes of these Terms, the following terms shall have the meanings assigned to them: "Website" denotes all web pages, digital content, and online services made available under the domain and subdomains associated with Anna Smit; "User" or "You" refers to any natural person who accesses or interacts with the Website; "Content" encompasses all textual, visual, audio, and graphical materials published on the Website, including but not limited to articles, photographs, illustrations, logos, icons, and design elements; "Services" refers to any offerings described on the Website, including consultations, newsletters, meetups, and workshops.

2. Intellectual Property and Copyright All Content presented on this Website is the original creative work of Anna Smit unless expressly attributed to another rights holder. The overall design, visual layout, typographic choices, color schemes, and graphical elements are protected under Dutch copyright law, trademark law, and relevant international treaties. You are granted a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to view, download, and print pages from the Website for your own personal, private, and non-commercial use, provided that you do not alter, adapt, or remove any copyright notices, watermarks, or proprietary markings. Any reproduction, distribution, public display, derivative creation, or commercial exploitation of the Content without prior written authorization is strictly prohibited and may result in civil and criminal liability.

3. Acceptable Use and Prohibited Conduct In using this Website, you agree to conduct yourself in a manner that is lawful, respectful, and non-disruptive. Specifically, you shall not: employ any automated systems, including robots, spiders, scrapers, or data mining tools, to extract, harvest, or collect Content or user data; use the contact form or any communication channel to transmit unsolicited commercial messages, spam, chain letters, or harassing communications; attempt to circumvent, disable, or interfere with any security features, access controls, or technical restrictions of the Website; introduce malicious software, viruses, worms, or other harmful code; or use the Website for any purpose that violates applicable local, national, or international laws, including laws relating to fraud, defamation, or intellectual property infringement.

4. Services, Bookings, and Financial Terms The descriptions of Services displayed on this Website are provided for general informational and illustrative purposes and do not constitute binding offers capable of acceptance. To engage a Service, you must submit a request through the contact form and receive a written confirmation email specifying the scope, duration, pricing, scheduling, and any preparatory requirements. All fees are quoted in Euros (EUR) and include value-added tax (VAT) at the applicable Dutch rate unless explicitly stated otherwise. Payment is due according to the terms set forth in the confirmation communication. Cancellations of confirmed bookings must be communicated at least forty-eight hours prior to the scheduled appointment to qualify for rescheduling. No refunds are provided for no-shows or cancellations made within forty-eight hours.

5. Disclaimers and Limitation of Warranties This Website and all Content, Services, and materials are provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis without warranties of any kind, whether express, implied, statutory, or otherwise. Anna Smit expressly disclaims all implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, non-infringement, and accuracy. No warranty is made that the Website will be available at all times, free from errors, seaddress, or free from viruses or other harmful components. The articles, tips, and opinions shared on this blog reflect personal experiences and subjective perspectives. They are not intended to serve as professional advice in architecture, interior design, psychology, nutrition, or any other regulated profession. Users should seek qualified professional counsel before making significant decisions based on any Content.

6. Limitation of Liability To the maximum extent permitted by law, Anna Smit shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, consequential, exemplary, or punitive damages arising out of or in connection with your use of, or inability to use, the Website or Services, including but not limited to damages for loss of profits, goodwill, data, or other intangible losses, even if advised of the possibility of such damages. This limitation applies irrespective of the legal theory under which the claim is brought, whether in contract, tort, strict liability, or otherwise. In jurisdictions where the exclusion of certain damages is not permitted, liability is limited to the fullest extent allowed by the applicable law.

7. Indemnification You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Anna Smit, her agents, and representatives from and against any and all claims, demands, actions, suits, proceedings, liabilities, damages, losses, costs, and expenses (including reasonable attorneys' fees and court costs) arising out of or relating to your use of the Website, your breach of these Terms, your violation of any third-party rights, or any content you submit or transmit through the Website.

8. Third-Party Links and Embedded Content This Website may contain hyperlinks to external websites or embed resources from third-party providers, such as Google Maps for location display and Font Awesome for iconography. These third-party resources are provided for your convenience and do not imply endorsement, sponsorship, or affiliation. Anna Smit exercises no control over the content, privacy practices, terms of use, or availability of external sites and accepts no responsibility or liability for them. Your interactions with third-party sites are governed solely by their respective terms and policies.

9. Termination and Suspension Anna Smit reserves the right, at her sole discretion and without prior notice, to suspend or terminate your access to the Website, in whole or in part, for any reason, including but not limited to suspected breach of these Terms, fraudulent activity, or conduct that harms other users or the integrity of the Website. Upon termination, all licenses and permissions granted to you herein shall immediately cease. Provisions that by their nature are intended to survive termination, including intellectual property rights, disclaimers, indemnification, and limitation of liability, shall remain in full force and effect.

10. Modifications to These Terms These Terms may be revised, amended, or updated from time to time to reflect changes in legal requirements, business practices, or Website functionality. The most current version will be posted on this page with a revised effective date. Your continued access to or use of the Website following the posting of changes constitutes your binding acceptance of the revised Terms. It is your responsibility to review these Terms regularly.

11. Severability If any provision of these Terms is determined by a court of competent jurisdiction to be invalid, unlawful, or unenforceable, that provision shall be severed from these Terms, and the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect as if the invalid provision had never been included. The invalid provision shall be modified to the minimum extent necessary to make it valid and enforceable while preserving its original intent.

12. Governing Law, Jurisdiction, and Dispute Resolution These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Netherlands, without regard to its conflict of laws principles. Any dispute, controversy, or claim arising out of or relating to these Terms or your use of the Website shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of Leeuwarden, the Netherlands. The parties agree to endeavor in good faith to resolve any dispute through informal negotiation prior to initiating formal legal proceedings.

13. Entire Agreement These Terms, together with the Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and Anna Smit concerning your access to and use of the Website and supersede all prior or contemporaneous agreements, negotiations, representations, and understandings, whether oral or written, relating to the subject matter hereof.