Terms and Conditions
General Terms and Conditions (T&Cs) for the Sale of Banner Advertising and Advertorials on Gotha-Aktuell
1. Scope
These General Terms and Conditions (T&Cs) apply to all contracts between the website Gotha-Aktuell, operated by Gotha-Aktuell, and the customer regarding the booking of banner advertising and advertorials (guest posts).
2. Description of Services
2.1 Banner Advertising
Gotha-Aktuell provides the customer with advertising space on the website, where banner ads will be displayed in rotation. If requested by the customer, a fixed placement without rotation can be offered for an additional 40 percent charge.
2.2 Advertorials (Guest Posts)
The customer can publish sponsored articles (advertorials) that are clearly marked as such. The content must comply with legal requirements and must not contain misleading information.
3. Conclusion of Contract
3.1 The contract is concluded when Gotha-Aktuell confirms the booking of banner advertising or advertorials in writing or electronically.
3.2 Gotha-Aktuell reserves the right to refuse bookings without giving a reason.
4. Customer’s Obligations
4.1 The customer undertakes to provide the necessary content and materials for the banner advertising or advertorial in a timely, complete, and agreed-upon format.
4.2 The customer ensures that the provided content does not infringe third-party rights and complies with applicable legal provisions, including the Telemedia Act (TMG) and the Act Against Unfair Competition (UWG). The customer is responsible for the legal review of the content.
4.3 For links to online gambling: These are only permitted if they are included on the official GGL whitelist. Links not listed on the whitelist will be blocked in Germany using a Geo-IP blocker. This does not affect Google indexing.
5. Rights and Obligations of Gotha-Aktuell
5.1 Gotha-Aktuell is entitled to review the content of the banner ads and advertorials before publication. In case of violations of legal provisions or these T&Cs, publication may be refused or changes may be requested.
5.2 Gotha-Aktuell guarantees the placement of the banner advertising and the publication of the advertorials within the agreed-upon timeframe and positions. However, Gotha-Aktuell is not liable for technical failures or delays outside its control.
6. Prices and Payment Terms
6.1 The prices for banner advertising and advertorials are based on the price list valid at the time the contract is concluded.
6.2 Payment is due within 14 days of invoicing without deduction. In case of delayed payment, statutory default interest of 9 percentage points above the European Central Bank’s base rate will apply.
7. Liability
7.1 Gotha-Aktuell is only liable for damages that result from intentional or grossly negligent breaches of duty by Gotha-Aktuell, its legal representatives, or vicarious agents.
7.2 Liability for the accuracy, completeness, and legality of the content provided by the customer is expressly excluded. The customer agrees to indemnify Gotha-Aktuell from all third-party claims arising from the content.
8. Cancellation
8.1 Once the banner advertising, advertorial, or guest post has been published, cancellation is no longer possible. The advertisement can be removed upon the customer’s request, but no refund of previously paid fees will be made.
8.2 Cancellation before publication is only possible in writing and must be made no later than 1days before the planned publication date.
9. Data Protection
9.1 Gotha-Aktuell undertakes to process the customer’s personal data only in compliance with applicable legal requirements, particularly in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). The customer has the right to access, correct, or delete their stored personal data.
9.2 Further information on data protection can be found in Gotha-Aktuell’s privacy policy.
10. Final Provisions
10.1 Amendments and additions to these T&Cs must be made in writing. There are no verbal side agreements.
10.2 Should any provision of these T&Cs be wholly or partially invalid, the validity of the remaining provisions shall not be affected.
10.3 The laws of the Federal Republic of Germany shall apply, excluding the UN Sales Convention.
10.4 The place of jurisdiction for all disputes arising from or in connection with this contract is the location of Gotha-Aktuell.
Important Note:
For all links published on our website, German law applies. Only links that comply with legal requirements may be used.
