Terms & Conditions

Last Updated: December 2024

Welcome to the official online boutique of Swiss 1848 SA, accessible at https://1848.store.

By accessing or using our website, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions.

If you do not agree to these terms, please refrain from using our website.

1. Use of the Website

This website is operated by Swiss 1848 SA, a company registered in Switzerland.

All content, pages, services, and functions available via the website are provided subject to these Terms and Conditions.

Your continued access constitutes acceptance of these terms in full.

2. Cookies

Our website uses cookies to enhance user experience, optimise website performance, and record analytical data. Certain cookies are essential and will operate automatically.

Optional cookies (e.g., analytics, marketing, third-party media) may require your consent.

By continuing to browse the 1848 Online Store, you consent to the use of required cookies.

For additional information regarding how cookies are used, please refer to our Privacy Policy.

3. Intellectual Property Rights

Unless expressly stated otherwise, Swiss 1848 SA owns all intellectual property rights related to:

• Website content

• Images, designs, product presentations

• Logos, trademarks, brand elements

• Layouts, texts, and proprietary material

All rights are reserved.

You may download or print extracts of the website for personal, non-commercial use only.

You must not:

• Copy, reproduce, or republish content

• Modify or create derivative works

• Sell, rent, or license any content

• Redistribute or exploit any part of the website for commercial purposes

• Use the 1848 logo or brand assets without written authorisation

Any misuse will constitute an infringement of Swiss IP legislation and international trademark protections.

4. User Comments and Submissions

Certain areas of the website may allow visitors to post comments or feedback.

Swiss 1848 SA does not pre-screen or edit comments. Comments posted by users reflect their own opinions and not those of Swiss 1848 SA or its affiliates.

To the extent permitted by Swiss law, we assume no liability for user-generated content.

By submitting comments, you warrant that:

• You hold all rights and permissions necessary to publish such content

• The content does not violate any third-party rights, including copyright and trademarks

• The content is not defamatory, unlawful, offensive, or otherwise inappropriate

• The content does not solicit commercial activity or unlawful actions

By posting content, you grant Swiss 1848 SA a non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free licence to use, reproduce, publish, edit, or distribute your content in any media.

Swiss 1848 SA reserves the right to remove comments at any time for breach of these terms or for any reason at our discretion.

5. Hyperlinking to Our Website

The following organisations may link to our homepage without prior written consent:

• Government agencies

• Search engines

• Accredited news organisations

• Online directory providers linking in accordance with standard practices

Such links must:

• Not be misleading or deceptive

• Not imply sponsorship, endorsement, or affiliation unless expressly agreed

• Fit within the context of the linking party’s site

We may consider link requests from reputable institutions including:

• Professional associations

• Academic institutions

• Industry organisations

• Accounting, legal, and consulting firms

• Online directories and business networks

Requests may be submitted by email to Swiss 1848 SA. Approved organisations may link using:

• The corporate name “Swiss 1848 SA”

• The URL (https://1848.store)

• A context-appropriate description of our website

No use of the 1848 logo, visual assets, or trademarked materials is permitted without a separate trademark licensing agreement.

6. Third-Party Content Liability

We shall not be held responsible for content appearing on external websites linking to or referenced by our site.

By linking to our website, you agree to defend and indemnify us against any claims arising from your website.

No link to our website may appear on pages containing content that is illegal, defamatory, obscene, or otherwise harmful to the reputation of Swiss 1848 SA.

7. Reservation of Rights

Swiss 1848 SA reserves the right to:

• Request removal of any link to our website at any time

• Modify or update these Terms & Conditions without prior notice

• Restrict or terminate access to any part of the website for any reason

By continuing to link to or use our website, you agree to abide by the current version of these Terms & Conditions.

8. Accuracy of Information

While Swiss 1848 SA endeavours to ensure the accuracy and reliability of website content, we make no guarantees regarding:

• Completeness

• Timeliness

• Accuracy

• Website availability or uninterrupted service

• Error-free content

We may update or modify information at any time without notice.

9. Disclaimer and Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted under Swiss law, Swiss 1848 SA disclaims all warranties, express or implied, relating to:

• Website content

• Website functionality

• Services provided through the website

Nothing in these Terms & Conditions shall:

• Limit liability for death or personal injury caused by negligence

• Limit liability for fraud or fraudulent misrepresentation

• Affect rights that cannot be excluded under applicable law

Swiss 1848 SA shall not be liable for any loss or damage arising from the use or inability to use this website, including indirect or consequential damages.

If the website is provided free of charge, we shall not be responsible for any losses whatsoever.

10. Governing Law & Jurisdiction

These Terms & Conditions are governed by Swiss law, without regard to conflict-of-laws principles.

Any disputes arising from the use of this website shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of Lausanne, Canton of Vaud, Switzerland.

11. Contact

For questions or concerns regarding these Terms & Conditions, please contact:

Swiss 1848 SA – Legal Department

Email: support@1848.store