Terms of Service

‍Introduction

These Terms & Conditions (Terms) govern your use of the Arcatype website and related services, including the online brand index and offline events or experiences (together, the Services).

This combined document also includes our Privacy Policy, which explains how we collect and use personal data.

If you do not agree with these Terms or the Privacy Policy, do not use the Services.

Definitions

• Brand Index: The searchable database of brands curated and published by Arcatype.
• Consumer: A visitor who browses the site, subscribes to communications, or attends events.
• Brand: A brand that is listed in the Brand Index or participates in events.
• Personal data: Information relating to an identified or identifiable natural person.
• Anonymized data: Data that cannot reasonably be used to identify a person.

The Services

Online Brand Index

• The Brand Index is curated and uploaded by Arcatype.
• Users do not upload content and there is currently no user generated content.

Events and experiences

• Arcatype may host or co host offline events and experiences involving Brands and Consumers.
• Ticket sales may be handled by a third party ticketing provider.

Substack and newsletters

• Arcatype may publish editorial content and newsletters, including via Substack.

Eligibility & Access

Age
The Services are intended for individuals aged [16/18] and older. If you are under the applicable minimum age in your jurisdiction, you must not use the Services or provide personal data.
Note: choose 16 or 18 depending on your preference for events and communications.

Availability
We may modify, suspend, or discontinue any part of the Services at any time.

Acceptable use

You agree not to:

• Copy, scrape, harvest, or extract data from the site or Brand Index without prior written consent.
• Use the Services to violate any law or infringe third party rights.
• Attempt to access non public areas of the Services or interfere with security.

We may block or restrict access if we reasonably believe you are misusing the Services.

Brand listings, editorial content, and accuracy

Curated content

• Brand listings and editorial content are curated by Arcatype.
• Some content may be subjective, including opinions, commentary, or assessments.

Best effort accuracy, no guarantee
We use best efforts to keep information accurate and up to date, and we may verify claims where feasible. However, we do not guarantee completeness, accuracy, or fitness for a particular purpose.

Corrections and removal requests
Brands may request corrections or removal by emailing info@arcatype.co – We will review requests and respond within a reasonable time. We may request evidence to support corrections.

Paid visibility, sponsorships, and affiliate links

Paid visibility
Arcatype may offer paid visibility packages to Brands, including featured placements or sponsored appearances.

Sponsorships and advertorial
Arcatype may publish sponsored content or advertorial. We will aim to label sponsored placements clearly (for example as “Sponsored” or “Partner”).

Affiliate links
Some links may be affiliate links, meaning we may earn a commission if you purchase through those links, at no extra cost to you.

Intellectual Property

All rights, title, and interest in the Services, including text, design, layout, database structure, and content created by Arcatype, are owned by Arcatype or its licensors.

You may view and share links to content for personal, non commercial use. Any reproduction, distribution, or commercial use requires prior written permission.

Brand Materials‍

If a Brand provides logos, images, or text for inclusion, the Brand grants Arcatype a non exclusive, worldwide, royalty free license to display, reproduce, and format those materials for the purpose of operating and promoting the Services.

Events and ticketing terms

Ticketing provider
Tickets may be sold and delivered through a third party ticketing provider. That provider may have its own terms and privacy policy that apply in addition to this document.

No refunds (general rule)
All ticket sales are final and non refundable, except where required by applicable law or where we cancel an event (see below).

Cancellation and rescheduling

• If Arcatype cancels an event, we will refund the ticket price you paid (excluding any third party fees unless the provider refunds them).
• If Arcatype reschedules an event, tickets remain valid for the new date and we do not provide refunds, unless required by law.

Event rules and conduct
We may set event specific rules, including entry conditions, codes of conduct, and safety instructions. You must comply with staff instructions at the venue.

Alcohol
Some events may serve alcohol. If alcohol is served, you must comply with age and ID requirements and venue rules.

Photography and media
We may take photos or videos at events for documentation and marketing. We will provide a reasonable opt out process on site where feasible (for example a designated opt out indicator), but we cannot guarantee exclusion from all background footage.

Assumption of risk
Event attendance involves ordinary risks (for example crowding, travel, venue hazards). You attend at your own risk, subject to mandatory legal protections.

Disclaimers

The Services are provided “as is” and “as available.”

Arcatype does not provide professional advice. Any information is for general informational purposes only.

We do not guarantee that the Services will be uninterrupted, secure, or error free.

Liability & Limitation

Nothing in these Terms limits liability that cannot be limited under applicable law (for example liability for intent or gross negligence where such limitation is prohibited).

To the maximum extent permitted by law, Arcatype will not be liable for indirect or consequential losses (such as loss of profit, loss of data, or reputational harm).

Liability cap
To the maximum extent permitted by law, Arcatype’s total liability in connection with the Services is limited to the total amount paid by you to Arcatype for the relevant event or paid service in the 12 months before the claim arose, or EUR 100 if you have paid nothing.

Termination

You may stop using the Services at any time.

We may suspend or terminate access to the Services if you materially breach these Terms.

Governing law & disputes

These Terms are governed by the laws of the Netherlands.

Disputes shall be submitted to the competent courts in Amsterdam, the Netherlands, unless mandatory law provides otherwise.

Changes to these terms

We may update this document from time to time.
We will update the Effective date and Version.

Material changes will be communicated in a reasonable manner
(for example via the website or email for subscribers).

Address: Herenmarkt 93A, 1013EC Amsterdam, The Netherlands
Email: info@arcatype.co

Last Updated: 02-02-2026
Version: 1.0

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