Terms & Conditions

Last Updated: April 13, 2026

1. Introduction

vanmoofer.com ("Website", "Site", "we", "us") is an independent community website for VanMoof e-bike riders. The Site is operated by Aydin Can Polatkan, a sole proprietor based in Germany.

The Website provides blog articles, buyer's guides, error code references, speed guides, a curated shop with affiliate links, and a VanMoof timeline/history section. We do not sell products directly, do not operate user accounts, and do not run an e-commerce store.

2. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using vanmoofer.com, you agree to be bound by these Terms & Conditions ("Terms"). If you do not agree to these Terms, please stop using the Website immediately.

3. Independence Disclaimer

vanmoofer.com is NOT affiliated with, endorsed by, or officially connected to VanMoof B.V., Lavoie, McLaren Applied, Cowboy N.V., Apple Inc., Strava Inc., or any other company mentioned on this Site.

All product names, brand names, trademarks, and logos mentioned on vanmoofer.com are the property of their respective owners. Any use of these names is for identification and informational purposes only and does not imply sponsorship, affiliation, or endorsement.

4. Content & Accuracy

All content on vanmoofer.com is provided "as is" and is based on personal experience, community knowledge, and publicly available information. We make no guarantees regarding the accuracy, completeness, reliability, or timeliness of any content.

No professional advice: Content on this Site does not constitute professional, legal, mechanical, or safety advice
Local regulations: E-bike laws and regulations vary significantly by country, state, and municipality. Always verify applicable rules with your local authorities before making any decisions
Product availability: Products, features, and services mentioned may change, be discontinued, or vary by region without notice
Errors and omissions: While we strive for accuracy, the Site may contain errors or outdated information. We reserve the right to correct content at any time without notice

If you spot an error or outdated information, please let us know at [email protected]. We take corrections seriously and will update the content as soon as we can verify the issue.

5. Speed & Modification Guides

IMPORTANT LEGAL NOTICE: Speed guides and modification tutorials on vanmoofer.com (including but not limited to US Mode, Offroad Mode, and other speed-related content) are published for educational and informational purposes only.

Warranty risk: Modifying your e-bike's speed settings may void the manufacturer's warranty
Legal risk: Exceeding legal speed limits for e-bikes may violate traffic laws in your jurisdiction and could result in fines, penalties, or insurance issues
Safety risk: Higher speeds increase the risk of accidents and injury
Your responsibility: You assume all responsibility for any modifications you make to your e-bike. VanMoofer does not endorse exceeding legal speed limits
No liability: We are not responsible for any consequences arising from following speed guides or modification tutorials, including but not limited to warranty voidance, legal penalties, property damage, or personal injury

6. Affiliate Links & Advertising

6.1 Affiliate Links

vanmoofer.com contains affiliate links, primarily through Impact (pxf.io) and Amazon Associates. When you click on these links and make a purchase, we may earn a commission at no additional cost to you.

Transparency: Affiliate links are disclosed on relevant pages in accordance with applicable advertising regulations
No price impact: Using our affiliate links does not increase the price you pay for products
Editorial independence: Affiliate relationships do not influence the accuracy or honesty of our content. Recommendations are based on personal experience and opinion

6.2 Advertising

The Site displays advertisements through Google AdSense. These ads are served by Google and are subject to Google's own terms and privacy policies. We do not control the specific ads displayed on the Site.

7. Product Recommendations

Product recommendations and curated shop picks on vanmoofer.com are personal opinions, not professional advice.

No guarantees: We do not guarantee the quality, safety, compatibility, or performance of any products featured on the Site
Third-party products: All products are sold by third-party retailers. Transactions, shipping, returns, and warranties are handled entirely by those retailers
Do your own research: Always verify product compatibility with your specific bike model and needs before purchasing

8. Copyright & Intellectual Property

8.1 Our Content

No reproduction: You may not copy, reproduce, modify, distribute, or create derivative works from our content without prior written permission
Fair use: Brief quotations with proper attribution and a link back to the original page are permitted

8.2 Third-Party Trademarks

VanMoof, Cowboy, Apple, Strava, and all other brand names, product names, and logos mentioned on this Site are trademarks of their respective owners. Their use on vanmoofer.com is for identification purposes only and does not imply any affiliation or endorsement.

9. User Conduct

When using vanmoofer.com, you agree NOT to:

Scrape, crawl, or automatically extract content from the Site without written permission
Attempt to hack, exploit, or compromise the Site's security or infrastructure
Misrepresent content from vanmoofer.com as official VanMoof B.V. communication
Use the Site or its content for any unlawful purpose
Interfere with the proper functioning of the Site
Reproduce, republish, or redistribute our content in bulk without authorization

10. Third-Party Links

vanmoofer.com contains links to external websites including but not limited to vanmoof.com, the Apple App Store, Amazon, and other retailers and services.

No responsibility: We are not responsible for the content, accuracy, privacy practices, or availability of any linked external sites
No endorsement: A link to an external site does not constitute an endorsement of that site or its operators
Third-party terms apply: Your use of external websites is subject to their own terms of service and privacy policies
Use at your own risk: You access external links at your sole risk

11. Limitation of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY GERMAN LAW:

No liability for damages: VanMoofer / Aydin Can Polatkan is not liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising from your use of the Website
Content reliance: Not liable for any damages resulting from reliance on information published on the Site, including guides, reviews, and recommendations
Affiliate purchases: Not liable for any issues arising from purchases made through affiliate links, including product defects, delivery problems, or disputes with retailers
Speed guides: Not liable for any consequences of following speed or modification guides, including warranty voidance, legal penalties, accidents, or injury
Third-party content: Not liable for content, products, or services provided by third parties linked from this Site

This limitation of liability applies to the maximum extent permitted under German law, including § 7 TMG and §§ 8–10 TMG.

12. Privacy

Your use of vanmoofer.com is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which explains how we handle cookies, analytics, and any data collected through the Site.

No user accounts: vanmoofer.com does not require registration or user accounts
Cookies: The Site uses cookies for analytics (Google Analytics) and advertising (Google AdSense), subject to your consent
GDPR compliance: We comply with the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and applicable German data protection laws

13. Governing Law & Jurisdiction

Governing law: These Terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Federal Republic of Germany
Jurisdiction: Any disputes arising from these Terms or your use of the Website shall be resolved exclusively in the courts of Tübingen, Germany
EU consumer rights: If you are an EU consumer, you retain the benefit of any mandatory provisions of consumer protection law in your country of residence
ODR platform: EU consumers can access the European Commission's online dispute resolution platform at https://ec.europa.eu/consumers/odr

14. Changes to These Terms

We reserve the right to update or modify these Terms at any time. Changes will be reflected by the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page.

Continued use: Your continued use of vanmoofer.com after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the updated Terms
Review responsibility: It is your responsibility to review these Terms periodically for changes

15. Contact

If you have any questions about these Terms, please contact us:

Email: [email protected]
Response Time: 7–14 days

App-Specific Terms

These Terms cover the vanmoofer.com website only. For terms governing our mobile applications, please see:

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