Terms & conditions

Terms and Conditions

1. Introduction

Welcome to micheleardu.com (“Website”). These Terms and Conditions (“Terms”) govern your use of our Website, which is built on a content management platform and utilizes various tools to enhance functionality, accessibility, and user experience. By accessing or using our Website, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree, please refrain from using the Website.

2. Data Collection and Privacy

We collect personal data solely through an integrated email marketing service for purposes such as newsletter subscriptions, marketing campaigns, and, where applicable, e-commerce activities. All data processing complies with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) (EU) 2016/679 and other applicable European laws. For details on how we collect, store, and process your data, please refer to our Privacy Policy. By submitting your information through our forms, you consent to the processing of your data as described.

3. Website Accessibility

We are committed to ensuring our Website is accessible to all users, in line with the Web Accessibility Directive (EU) 2016/2102. We use tools to provide features such as text resizing, contrast adjustments, and link highlighting to enhance inclusivity. If you encounter accessibility issues, please contact us at support@micheleardu.com.

4. Use of Third-Party Tools and Services

Our Website employs various third-party tools to provide services such as:

  • Protection against spam in forms and comments.
  • Search engine optimization for improved visibility.
  • Website design and functionality enhancements.
  • Email marketing and e-commerce data synchronization.
  • Transactional email management for high deliverability.
  • Image optimization for improved site performance.
  • Caching to enhance loading speeds.

These tools may interact with third-party services, which are subject to their own terms and privacy policies. We are not responsible for the performance or policies of these third-party services, but we ensure they comply with applicable European regulations.

5. E-Commerce (If Applicable)

If you make purchases through our Website, transactions are processed via an e-commerce platform integrated with our email marketing service for order tracking and marketing purposes. All transactions are subject to the terms of the e-commerce platform and our Refund Policy. We ensure compliance with EU consumer protection laws, including the right to withdraw within 14 days for eligible purchases, as per Directive 2011/83/EU.

6. Intellectual Property

All content on this Website, including text, images, and designs, is the property of micheleardu.com or its licensors and is protected by EU copyright laws. You may not reproduce, distribute, or modify any content without prior written permission.

7. Limitation of Liability

The Website is provided “as is” without warranties of any kind, to the extent permitted by law. We are not liable for damages arising from your use of the Website, including issues related to third-party tools, interruptions, or data breaches beyond our control. We implement measures to optimize performance and security, but we cannot guarantee uninterrupted access. This limitation complies with EU liability frameworks.

8. User Conduct

You agree not to use the Website for unlawful purposes or to submit spam, malicious content, or any material that violates EU regulations. We use tools to monitor and prevent such activities, and violations may result in termination of your access to the Website.

9. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution

These Terms are governed by the laws of Italy, in accordance with EU regulations. Any disputes arising from these Terms will be resolved through negotiation or, if necessary, through the competent courts in Italy. EU users may also use the European Online Dispute Resolution (ODR) platform at https://ec.europa.eu/consumers/odr for resolving disputes.

10. Changes to These Terms

We reserve the right to update these Terms at any time. Changes will be posted on this page, and significant updates will be communicated as required by GDPR. Continued use of the Website constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms. We encourage you to review this page periodically.

11. Contact Us

For questions about these Terms or any issues related to the Website, please contact us at support@micheleardu.com or via our contact form. For inquiries about email communications, please reach out to the same address.

Last Updated: June 7, 2025