Terms of service.

Last updated: Rotterdam, February 13th 2025

Welcome to the Rotterdam Book Club! These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your access to and use of our website, events, memberships, and services. By using our website or participating in our book club activities, you agree to these Terms. If you do not agree, please do not use our services.

1. Eligibility

  • You must be at least 18 years old to register for an event or membership.

  • By using our services, you confirm that you have the legal capacity to enter into this agreement.

2. Membership & Event Participation

  • Memberships and event registrations are personal and non-transferable.

  • You may use a gift card to attend a single event or join as a member.

  • We reserve the right to refuse service or remove participants who violate these Terms or engage in inappropriate behavior.

  • You may cancel a membership at any time.

3. Payments & Refunds

  • All payments for events and memberships must be made in advance.

  • Refunds are only available if you contact us via email with a legitimate reason. Membership fees are non-refundable.

  • Gift cards are non-refundable and cannot be exchanged for cash.

4. Code of Conduct

To maintain a welcoming and respectful environment, we expect all participants to:

  • Engage in discussions respectfully and listen to others.

  • Avoid offensive, discriminatory, or disruptive behavior.

  • Follow the guidelines provided by the book club moderators.

  • Failure to comply may result in removal from events or termination of membership.

5. Intellectual Property

  • All content provided on our website, including book selections, event materials, and discussions, is the property of The Rotterdam Book Club.

  • You may not reproduce, distribute, or use our materials for commercial purposes without permission.

6. Liability & Disclaimers

  • We strive to provide accurate information, but we do not guarantee the completeness or accuracy of content on our website.

  • The Rotterdam Book Club is not responsible for personal items lost or damaged during events.

  • We are not liable for any injuries, damages, or disputes arising from participation in our events.

7. Cookies & Data Collection

  • We collect and store data as necessary for providing our services, similar to what every online store does.

  • Our website uses cookies to enhance your browsing experience, track usage, and analyze website performance.

  • By using our website, you consent to our use of cookies and standard data collection practices.

8. Changes to These Terms

  • We may update these Terms at any time. Changes will be posted on our website, and continued use of our services constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms.

9. Contact Us

For questions or concerns about these Terms, please contact us at hello@rotterdambookclub.nl

By using our website and participating in The Rotterdam Book Club activities, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to these Terms of Service.