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Terms and Conditions
Avoid fines of up to RON 200,000: How to Draft Legally-Compliant Terms and Conditions for Your Website or Online Store
Terms and Conditions (T&C) are a critical legal component of any website — whether you operate an online store, a blog, or a service-based platform.
This legal document not only protects your business but also ensures transparency and trust for your users.
What You'll Discover on This Page:
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What are Terms and Conditions ?
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Why your website needs a customized Terms and Conditions document;
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What a complete and compliant T&C should include;
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The risks of not having Terms and Conditions in place;
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Why using a free or copied Terms and Conditions template can backfire.: Why it is NOT recommended to copy them from other sites.
What Exactly Are Website Terms and Conditions?
Website Terms and Conditions (T&C) are a legally binding document that outlines the rules of using your website and establishes the rights and responsibilities of both the website owner and its users.
Having clear, well-drafted Terms and Conditions protects your business against disputes and demonstrates legal compliance.
What are the Terms and Conditions?
Why do you need custom Terms and Conditions? Terms and Conditions - template
Template Terms & Conditions ≠ Legal Protection
If you run an online store, you've probably wondered: Which Terms and Conditions model should I use?
While it may be tempting to copy T&C from another website, this is highly discouraged and legally risky. A generic template is not enough.
No two businesses are alike. Every website has unique legal, commercial, and technical specifics—such as:
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Types of services or products offered;
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Order and payment processing;
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Return and refund policy;
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Customer support methods, etc.
That’s why your Terms and Conditions must be tailored to your business model and risk profile.
Custom Terms and Conditions Offer:
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Real legal protection in Romania and across the EU (including GDPR compliance);
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Professionalism and trust for your clients;
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Protection from copyright infringement penalties (which apply if you copy legal content from other sites).
What Should Your Website’s Terms and Conditions Include?
✔️ Website owner’s identification details;
✔️ Purpose and functionality of the site;
✔️ Rules regarding access and use of the platform;
✔️ Shipping, payment, and return policies (for e-commerce);
✔️ Limitation of liability;
✔️ Intellectual property rights;
✔️ Dispute resolution process;
✔️ Links to Privacy Policy and Cookie Policy;
What Are the Risks of Not Having Proper Terms and Conditions?
✔️ No legal basis to defend yourself in consumer disputes;
✔️ Fines of up to RON 200,000 from authorities (e.g. ANPC):
✔️ Loss of credibility and user trust;
✔️ Non-compliance with GDPR and sector-specific regulations;
Need Help Drafting Your Website’s Terms and Conditions?
If you want to stay compliant and avoid costly fines, I can help you draft a custom Terms and Conditions document tailored to your business and fully aligned with Romanian and EU legislation.
I offer specialized legal services for businesses of all types and sizes.
📩 Contact me at office@cristinatudor.ro or visit the Contact page for more details.
Learn more about this subject in my detailed guide here.