Terms & Conditions

Please read these terms carefully before using the Wicte platform

Last Updated: July 22, 2025

Welcome to Wicte! These Terms and Conditions ("Terms") govern your use of the Wicte platform, website, and services (collectively, the "Platform") operated by Wicte ApS ("we," "us," or "our"). By accessing or using our Platform, you agree to be bound by these Terms.

1. Acceptance of Terms

By creating an account, accessing, or using the Wicte platform, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions, as well as our Privacy Policy. If you do not agree to these Terms, you must not use our Platform.

Important: These Terms constitute a legally binding agreement between you and Wicte ApS.

2. Eligibility

To use Wicte, you must:

  • Be at least 18 years old or the legal age for alcohol-related business in your jurisdiction
  • Have the legal capacity to enter into contracts
  • Be authorized to engage in wine-related business activities in your jurisdiction
  • Comply with all applicable laws regarding the sale, purchase, and distribution of alcoholic beverages
  • Not be prohibited from using the Platform under applicable laws

By using Wicte, you represent and warrant that you meet all eligibility requirements.

3. Account Registration

3.1 Account Creation

To access certain features of the Platform, you must create an account. You agree to:

  • Provide accurate, current, and complete information during registration
  • Maintain and promptly update your account information
  • Keep your password secure and confidential
  • Notify us immediately of any unauthorized use of your account
  • Accept responsibility for all activities that occur under your account

3.2 Account Types

Wicte offers three types of accounts:

  • Wine Producer: For wineries and vineyards
  • Wine Importer: For businesses importing and distributing wine
  • Sommelier: For wine professionals offering expertise and services

3.3 Business Verification

We may require additional verification of your business credentials, licenses, and authorizations to engage in wine-related commerce.

4. Platform Use

4.1 License to Use

Subject to your compliance with these Terms, we grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to access and use the Platform for legitimate business purposes.

4.2 Acceptable Use

You agree to use the Platform only for:

  • Lawful business purposes related to the wine industry
  • Connecting with other wine professionals
  • Facilitating legitimate business transactions
  • Sharing accurate information about your products and services

4.3 Platform Availability

We strive to maintain Platform availability but do not guarantee uninterrupted access. We may modify, suspend, or discontinue any aspect of the Platform at any time.

5. User Content

5.1 Your Content

You retain ownership of content you submit to the Platform ("User Content"). By posting User Content, you grant us a worldwide, non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use, reproduce, modify, and display such content for Platform operations.

5.2 Content Standards

You represent and warrant that your User Content:

  • Is accurate and not misleading
  • Does not infringe any third-party rights
  • Complies with applicable laws and regulations
  • Does not contain harmful or malicious code
  • Is appropriate for a professional business platform

5.3 Content Removal

We reserve the right to remove any User Content that violates these Terms or is otherwise objectionable, without prior notice.

6. Transactions Between Users

6.1 Role of Wicte

Wicte serves as a platform to connect wine producers, importers, and sommeliers. We are not a party to transactions between users and do not:

  • Guarantee the quality, safety, or legality of products
  • Ensure the accuracy of user listings
  • Guarantee that transactions will be completed
  • Act as an agent, distributor, or reseller

6.2 User Responsibilities

Users are solely responsible for:

  • Compliance with all applicable laws and regulations
  • Obtaining necessary licenses and permits
  • Payment of taxes and duties
  • Fulfillment of orders and agreements
  • Resolution of disputes with other users

6.3 Alcohol Regulations

All users must comply with applicable laws regarding the sale, purchase, importation, and distribution of alcoholic beverages in their respective jurisdictions.

7. Fees and Payment

7.1 Platform Fees

Certain features of the Platform may be subject to fees. Current fee structures will be clearly communicated before you incur any charges.

7.2 Payment Terms

By providing payment information, you authorize us to charge applicable fees. All fees are non-refundable unless otherwise specified.

7.3 Taxes

You are responsible for all taxes associated with your use of the Platform and any transactions conducted through it.

8. Prohibited Activities

You agree not to:

  • Violate any laws or regulations
  • Infringe on intellectual property rights
  • Post false, misleading, or fraudulent information
  • Engage in unauthorized selling or advertising
  • Harass, abuse, or harm other users
  • Attempt to gain unauthorized access to the Platform
  • Use automated systems to access the Platform without permission
  • Interfere with the proper functioning of the Platform
  • Circumvent any security features
  • Collect user information without consent

9. Intellectual Property

9.1 Wicte Property

The Platform and its original content, features, and functionality are owned by Wicte ApS and are protected by international copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

9.2 Trademarks

The Wicte name, logo, and all related names, logos, product and service names are trademarks of Wicte ApS. You may not use these marks without our prior written permission.

9.3 Feedback

Any feedback, suggestions, or ideas you provide about the Platform become our property and may be used without compensation to you.

10. Privacy and Data Protection

Your use of the Platform is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which describes how we collect, use, and protect your personal information. By using Wicte, you consent to our data practices as described in the Privacy Policy.

10.1 GDPR Compliance

We comply with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and other applicable data protection laws. You have rights regarding your personal data, as detailed in our Privacy Policy.

11. Limitation of Liability

11.1 Disclaimer of Warranties

THE PLATFORM IS PROVIDED "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, AND NON-INFRINGEMENT.

11.2 Limitation of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, WICTE APS SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, OR ANY LOSS OF PROFITS OR REVENUES, WHETHER INCURRED DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY, OR ANY LOSS OF DATA, USE, GOODWILL, OR OTHER INTANGIBLE LOSSES.

11.3 Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Wicte ApS, its officers, directors, employees, and agents from any claims, damages, losses, liabilities, and expenses arising from your use of the Platform or violation of these Terms.

12. Termination

12.1 Termination by You

You may terminate your account at any time by contacting us at hello@wicte.dk.

12.2 Termination by Us

We may suspend or terminate your account if we believe you have violated these Terms or engaged in fraudulent, illegal, or harmful activities.

12.3 Effect of Termination

Upon termination, your right to use the Platform will immediately cease. Provisions that by their nature should survive termination shall remain in effect.

13. Dispute Resolution

13.1 Informal Resolution

We encourage you to contact us first to resolve any disputes informally.

13.2 Arbitration

Any disputes that cannot be resolved informally shall be submitted to binding arbitration in accordance with Danish arbitration laws, except where prohibited by law.

13.3 Class Action Waiver

You agree to resolve disputes with us on an individual basis and waive any right to participate in class actions to the fullest extent permitted by law.

14. Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Denmark, without regard to its conflict of law provisions. The courts of Copenhagen, Denmark shall have exclusive jurisdiction over any disputes arising from these Terms.

15. Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. We will notify you of material changes by:

  • Posting the updated Terms on the Platform
  • Updating the "Last Updated" date
  • Sending notice to your registered email address

Your continued use of the Platform after changes constitutes acceptance of the modified Terms.

16. Contact Information

Wicte ApS

Copenhagen, Denmark

Email: hello@wicte.dk

Phone: +45 71 64 83 02

Business Hours: Monday-Friday, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM CET

Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy and any other legal notices published on the Platform, constitute the entire agreement between you and Wicte ApS regarding your use of the Platform.

Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.

Language

These Terms are written in English. Any translations are provided for convenience only, and the English version shall prevail in case of any discrepancy.

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