Terms & Conditions

1. Scope and Contracting Parties

These Terms & Conditions (T&C) apply to the use of the web application getickr.app by all users, regardless of whether they are consumers or business users. The provider and contracting party for the use of getickr.app is 6F GbR, Auf der Steig 1/1, 72505 Krauchenwies, Germany (hereinafter referred to as "Provider"). 6F GbR is represented by Managing Director Marco Kernler. The company is not registered in the commercial register; therefore, no registration court or registration number exists. The Provider’s VAT identification number is DE322488426. For general inquiries, the Provider can be reached via email at buero@6f.digital. Specific support requests can be submitted via the Provider’s service portal (https://6fdigital.atlassian.net/servicedesk/customer/portal/6); there is no separate support email address.

The following conditions govern the contractual relationship between the Provider and the user regarding the use of getickr.app in both its free and premium versions. By accessing or using getickr.app, the user agrees to these T&C.

2. Description of Services

The Provider offers getickr.app as a web-based application that allows users to create personalized countdown timers. The Provider’s services are divided into a free basic version and a paid premium version with extended functionality.

2.1 Free Version

The free use of getickr.app is possible without registration. Users can create any number of countdowns free of charge. Advertising is displayed in the editor of the free version (but not in the finished countdown display). The available customization options are limited in the free version; only basic options (such as certain fonts and colors) are available. Important: In the free version, created countdowns are not permanently stored on the servers. Once the user closes the browser or reloads the page, the countdown can only be accessed via the countdown link.

2.2 Premium Version

The premium version of getickr.app offers – in addition to the functions of the free version – extended features and is ad-free. Premium users can use advanced editor functions, including the selection of individual background colors for the countdown, adjustment of font size, and selection of various font styles. Furthermore, premium users can save their created countdowns on the Provider’s servers and retrieve them later. For timed countdowns (timers), the premium version also offers remote control functions (start, pause, reset) via the web interface. The premium version is offered as a subscription with flexible terms (monthly or yearly). With the annual subscription, users benefit from a reduced price (12 months for the price of 10 months, equivalent to two free months).

2.3 Technical Requirements

getickr.app is a purely web-based application. To use it, an internet-enabled device with a current web browser and internet access is required. No software installation is necessary. Users may need to allow the use of cookies and scripts to ensure all functions (especially login and editor) work properly. Premium features are only available to registered users (account holders).

3. Conclusion of Contract and Account Creation

The use of the free version of getickr.app is informal, simply by accessing the website and using its functionalities. By using the service, the user implicitly agrees to these T&C.

Purchasing a premium subscription requires registration. For this, the user must create an account by providing a name, a valid email address, and a password. The user is obliged to provide truthful and complete information during registration and to update it immediately in case of changes. Upon successful registration, a user account is created; the password must be kept secret by the user.

Ordering the premium subscription is done by selecting the desired subscription model (monthly or yearly) and completing the order process provided by the payment service provider Stripe. During the order process, the user is informed about the payment obligation and the validity of these T&C. By clicking the appropriately labeled order button (e.g., "Subscribe now for a fee"), the user submits a binding offer to conclude a premium contract. The contract for the premium subscription is concluded when the Provider accepts the offer by activating the premium features for the user and the user receives a confirmation message (e.g., by email).

4. Prices and Payment Terms

4.1 Pricing Model

The use of the basic version of getickr.app is free of charge. Subscription fees apply for the premium version. The price for the premium subscription is €2.90 per month for monthly payments or €29.00 per year for annual payments. All prices include statutory VAT. The annual subscription includes two free months compared to monthly payments (12 months for the price of 10).

4.2 Payment Processing

Payment for the premium subscription is handled via the external payment service provider Stripe. During the order process, the user can choose from the payment methods supported by Stripe (e.g., credit card, Apple Pay, etc., depending on availability in their country). The subscription fee for the selected term (one month or one year) is due in advance. After successful payment, premium access is activated immediately. The subscription is automatically renewed for the same term (monthly or yearly) until canceled by the user or Provider (see Section 5).

4.3 Payment Default

If a due subscription fee cannot be collected, for example due to insufficient funds or invalid payment information, the user is in default without further notice. In such cases, the Provider is entitled to temporarily suspend premium access. The Provider will inform the user of the payment default by email and request payment of the outstanding amount. If payment is not made within the deadline after a second reminder, the Provider is entitled to terminate the premium contract extraordinarily (see Section 5.3). Statutory rights of the Provider, especially the assertion of default interest and further claims for damages, remain unaffected.

5. Contract Duration and Termination

5.1 Duration

The free version of getickr.app has no fixed contract term; the user can stop using it at any time without formal termination.

The premium subscription has a fixed term, depending on the chosen model: for monthly payments, the minimum term is 1 month; for annual payments, 12 months. In both cases, the subscription is automatically renewed for the original term (i.e., another month or year) unless canceled in due time by the user or Provider.

5.2 Ordinary Termination by the User

The user can cancel the premium subscription at any time at the end of the respective contract term. Cancellation is done via the corresponding setting in the user account or via the Provider’s Stripe customer portal. A link to the Stripe customer portal is provided in the account area. The cancellation becomes effective at the end of the current billing period. After cancellation, the user retains access to premium features until the end of the paid term. No (pro-rata) refund of prepaid fees for the current period is made. After the contract term expires, the user’s account is downgraded to the free version (premium features are deactivated).

5.3 Extraordinary Termination by the Provider

The Provider is entitled to terminate the contractual relationship without notice for good cause. Good cause exists in particular if the user significantly or repeatedly violates essential provisions of these T&C, is in default with payment of the subscription fee despite two reminders, or commits illegal acts when using getickr.app. In such cases, the Provider may immediately block the user account and terminate premium access with immediate effect. Fees already paid for periods not yet expired will not be refunded. The assertion of further claims by the Provider (e.g., claims for damages) remains reserved.

6. Right of Withdrawal (for Consumers)

If the user is a consumer within the meaning of § 13 BGB, they have a statutory right of withdrawal when concluding a premium subscription. The user can revoke the contract declaration within 14 days without stating reasons. The withdrawal period is 14 days from the day the contract is concluded. To exercise the right of withdrawal, the user must inform the Provider (6F GbR, Auf der Steig 1/1, 72505 Krauchenwies, Germany, email: buero@6f.digital) by means of a clear statement (e.g., a letter sent by post or email) of their decision to withdraw from the contract. To meet the deadline, it is sufficient to send the withdrawal before the period expires.

Consequences of Withdrawal: If the user withdraws from the contract, the Provider must refund all payments received from the user, including any delivery costs (which do not usually apply to digital services), immediately and at the latest within 14 days from receipt of the withdrawal. The Provider will use the same payment method for the refund that the user used for the original transaction, unless expressly agreed otherwise. No fees will be charged for the refund.

Expiry of the Right of Withdrawal: The consumer’s right of withdrawal may expire prematurely. This is particularly the case if the Provider has fully performed the service before the user has exercised their right of withdrawal, and the user has expressly agreed to the early commencement of the service and confirmed their knowledge that they lose their right of withdrawal in this case (§ 356 para. 5 BGB). In the context of getickr.app, this means that the right of withdrawal may expire if the user requests immediate activation of the premium subscription, the Provider has fully provided the premium services, and the user has agreed to execution before the withdrawal period expires.

7. User Rights and Obligations

7.1 Granting of Usage Rights

The Provider grants the user a limited, simple (non-exclusive) right to use the getickr.app platform during the contract term to the intended extent. This right of use is non-transferable and applies solely for the purpose of using the functions of getickr.app in accordance with these T&C and the Provider’s specifications. Any further use – such as reproducing the source code, modifying the software, or using unauthorized add-ons – is prohibited. All rights not expressly granted to the user remain with the Provider.

7.2 User Obligations

The user undertakes to use the service only in accordance with applicable law and these T&C. They must refrain from actions that could compromise the integrity, security, and availability of the service. In particular, the user may not make technical interventions in the platform, use automated scripts (bots) without permission, or attempt to disrupt the operation of getickr.app or circumvent security measures.

The user is also obliged to check all content they use or create in connection with getickr.app for legality. They guarantee that content entered does not infringe the rights of third parties. If a third party asserts claims against the Provider due to legal violations by content posted by the user, the user shall indemnify the Provider from all such claims upon first request. The same applies to any resulting costs and damages.

7.3 Prohibited Content

The user is prohibited from posting or distributing content within getickr.app – especially in countdown titles – that:

• is inciting, discriminatory, or offensive,
• glorifies violence or calls for violence,
• spreads extremist or terrorist ideology,
• infringes copyrights or other third-party rights,
• is pornographic or sexually explicit (especially if harmful to minors),
• serves harassment (spam) or fraudulent purposes, or
• otherwise violates applicable law.

The service is technically designed to allow only text (including emojis) as content; images, videos, or other files cannot be uploaded. This restriction is intended to reduce the risk of violations of usage policies.

7.4 Account Security

The user is responsible for the security of their account. Access data, especially the password, must be kept confidential and not disclosed to third parties. The user must take appropriate measures to secure their account (e.g., choosing a strong password and changing it regularly). If the user suspects that a third party has gained unauthorized knowledge of their access data or has misused their account, they must immediately change the password and inform the Provider.

8. Reporting Procedure for Legal Violations

8.1 Reporting by Users

The Provider offers a reporting system through which users can report violations of these T&C or legal provisions by other users. For this purpose, users can use the Provider’s service portal (at https://6fdigital.atlassian.net/servicedesk/customer/portal/6/group/17/create/101, request type: "Report violation of usage guidelines"). A report requires the reporting user to provide a valid email address. The report should specify the URL of the relevant countdown, the type of suspected violation, and a justification to enable the Provider to review the case.

8.2 Review and Measures

The Provider will review incoming reports within a reasonable period, usually within 48 hours on working days. If the Provider finds a violation, appropriate measures will be taken. Depending on the severity of the violation, measures may include: warning the responsible user, deleting or blocking the reported countdown, temporarily blocking the user account, or – in the case of serious or repeated violations – permanently terminating and blocking the user account. If there is suspicion of criminal activity, the Provider will also inform the relevant law enforcement authorities.

8.3 Provider’s Liability Privilege

As a platform operator, the Provider is not responsible for third-party content posted by users. The Provider does not adopt user-generated content as its own. Under statutory provisions (especially the German Telemedia Act and the Digital Services Act), the Provider is only liable for illegal third-party content once it becomes aware of a specific legal violation. As soon as the Provider becomes aware of illegal content, it will remove or block access to it immediately. There is no general obligation to monitor all content uploaded or entered by users.

9. Availability and Changes to the Service

The Provider strives for high availability of the getickr.app service but cannot guarantee uninterrupted, constant availability. The service is operated on a best-effort basis, meaning temporary restrictions, disruptions, or outages – for example, due to maintenance, technical difficulties, or force majeure – may occur. Such temporary impairments do not entitle users to claims, especially not for damages or reduction.

The Provider reserves the right to adapt, expand, restrict, or partially discontinue the service as part of ongoing development. Changes may include the addition of new features or the discontinuation of existing ones. The Provider will always consider the legitimate interests of users and will notify affected users of significant changes that impact paid services in good time (e.g., by email). In particular, if changes to the premium version’s scope result in a reduction of previously guaranteed features, premium users have an extraordinary right of termination.

10. Liability and Warranty

10.1 Warranty

The Provider offers the service “as is.” This means the service is used in its current state. The Provider does not warrant that getickr.app will be available at all times without interruption, error-free, and secure, or that specific results can be achieved through its use. In particular, there is no warranty that any software errors will be fixed immediately or that the service will function error-free in every hardware and software environment. Users use getickr.app at their own risk.

Although the Provider performs regular data backups, it points out that there is currently no special export or backup function for countdowns created by users. Users should therefore document or otherwise secure important countdown configurations themselves to prevent data loss.

10.2 Limitation of Liability

The Provider is liable without limitation for damages resulting from injury to life, body, or health caused by a breach of duty by the Provider or one of its legal representatives or agents, as well as for damages caused by the absence of a guaranteed quality or in cases of fraudulently concealed defects.

For other damages, the Provider is liable – regardless of the legal basis – only in cases of intent and gross negligence. In cases of simple (minor) negligence, the Provider is only liable for breach of an essential contractual obligation (cardinal obligation). Essential contractual obligations are those whose fulfillment makes the proper execution of the contract possible in the first place and on whose compliance the user regularly relies. In these cases (minor negligence in breach of cardinal obligations), the Provider’s liability is limited to the contract-typical foreseeable damage.

The limitations of liability apply equally to the Provider’s legal representatives, employees, and agents. Claims under the Product Liability Act remain unaffected by the above limitations. Otherwise, the Provider’s liability – regardless of the legal basis – is excluded.

10.3 Special Provisions for Consumers

None of the provisions in these T&C regarding liability and warranty are intended to limit the mandatory statutory rights of consumers. The above limitations of liability apply to consumers only to the extent permitted by law. In particular, liability for minor negligence in breach of essential obligations towards consumers remains in place as provided by law, and the provisions of the Product Liability Act and statutory warranty rights of consumers remain unaffected. These clauses do not constitute an exclusion of liability where liability is required by law.

11. Data Protection

The protection of users’ personal data is of high importance to the Provider. Details on data processing are set out in the getickr.app privacy policy. Here is an overview:

Free Use: When using the free version of getickr.app, no personal data is permanently stored. Only technically necessary data is collected, such as temporary cookies or similar technologies required for the operation of the website and countdown functions.

Premium Use: When registering and using a premium account, personal data is collected and processed. This includes, in particular, the user’s name and email address as well as an encrypted password for login. The Provider also stores the countdowns created by the user (titles and settings) in the cloud so that the user can retrieve them during future visits. Payment data (e.g., credit card details) is not stored by the Provider; payment processing is handled by Stripe, which processes this data independently.

Advertising: In the free version, advertising is displayed in the editor area via Google Ads. Google may use cookies or similar tracking technologies to personalize the displayed advertising. Users can object to the use of cookies for personalized advertising (opt-out); further information can be found in the privacy policy.

Server Location and Hosting: The server infrastructure for getickr.app is provided via Google Cloud Platform (Firebase). All data is stored on servers within the European Union. The Provider thus ensures compliance with the applicable EU data protection standards (GDPR).

User Rights: Every user has the statutory rights regarding the processing of their personal data. These include, in particular, the right to information about stored data, the right to correct inaccurate data, the right to deletion or restriction of processing, the right to object to processing, and the right to data portability. To exercise these rights, users can contact the Provider at any time, e.g., by email to buero@6f.digital. If the Provider has appointed a data protection officer, users can also contact them via the email address provided.

12. Rights to the Service and Copyrights

All rights to the software, website, and content of getickr.app belong to the Provider. The software, as well as the brand name and logo "getickr.app," are legally protected. The Provider grants the user only the right of use described in these T&C. In particular, the user is not permitted to reproduce, edit, imitate, publish, or reverse engineer the software or parts thereof, unless legally required or expressly permitted by the Provider.

User-Generated Content: The copyright and usage rights to countdown titles and individual settings created by the user generally remain with the user. By posting this content on the platform, the user grants the Provider a non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free right to store, technically reproduce, and display this content as part of providing the service. This includes, for example, storing countdown data on the Provider’s servers and displaying it on the user’s or third parties’ devices with whom the user shares their countdowns. Any further use of user-generated content – especially for the Provider’s own purposes or for advertising – does not take place. The Provider does not acquire ownership rights to user content. The user warrants that the content they enter is free of third-party rights and that they are authorized to grant it to the Provider for contractual use.

13. Changes to the Terms & Conditions

The Provider reserves the right to change or supplement these T&C with effect for the future, as necessary to adapt to legal or technical changes or to further develop the services. The Provider will inform registered users (premium users) of intended changes to the T&C in good time, usually at least 30 days before the changes take effect, in text form (e.g., by email). The user has the right to object to the announced changes within 30 days of receiving the notification. In the event of an objection, both parties may terminate the contract at the end of the current contract period; any fees paid for periods after the changes take effect will be refunded to the premium user on a pro-rata basis if applicable. If the user does not object in due time and continues to use the service after the effective date, the changes are deemed accepted.

Price Changes: The Provider will also notify users of changes to the premium subscription prices in text form. Price increases will be announced to the user at least 6 weeks before they take effect. In the event of a price increase, the premium user has a special right of termination at the time the new prices take effect. If the user does not exercise this right of termination, the changed prices will apply from the next renewal period of the subscription.

14. Final Provisions

14.1 Applicable Law

The law of the Federal Republic of Germany applies, excluding the UN Convention on Contracts for the International Sale of Goods (CISG). For consumers residing in a member state of the European Union, the mandatory provisions of the law of the country of residence, especially regarding consumer protection, remain unaffected and take precedence if they are more favorable to the user.

14.2 Place of Jurisdiction

If the user is a merchant, a legal entity under public law, or a special fund under public law, the place of jurisdiction for all disputes arising from or in connection with this contract is the Provider’s registered office. Otherwise, the statutory provisions apply to local and international jurisdiction. For consumers, this usually means that lawsuits can be filed either at the courts of their place of residence or at the Provider’s registered office.

14.3 Severability Clause

If any provision of these T&C is or becomes wholly or partially invalid or unenforceable, the validity of the remaining provisions shall not be affected. The invalid or unenforceable provision shall be replaced by the valid provision whose effects come closest to the economic objective of the original provision. The same applies to any contractual gaps.

14.4 Dispute Resolution

The European Commission provides a platform for online dispute resolution (ODR), which users can access at https://ec.europa.eu/consumers/odr. The Provider is neither obliged nor willing to participate in a dispute resolution procedure before a consumer arbitration board.