BBQHub – Terms and Conditions

Effective Date: February 2026
Operator: LevITec by Zauner / BBQHub
Website: https://bbqhub.eu

1. Scope of Application

These Terms and Conditions (T&C) govern the use of the BBQHub platform (hereinafter "Platform"), operated by LevITec by Zauner (hereinafter "Provider").

By registering and using the Platform, the user accepts these T&C in their current version.

2. Service Description (SaaS)

BBQHub operates as Software-as-a-Service (SaaS). The Provider offers a web-based platform that includes the following features:

Event Management – Creation and management of BBQ events
Participant and Team Management – Management of registrations and teams
Jury and Rating Management – Digital capture and management of ratings
Rankings and Evaluations – Automatic calculation and display of results
Registration Systems – Online registrations for participants
Document and PDF Creation – Creation of certificates, reports, and other documents

2.1 Scope of Services

The Provider is obligated to provide the Platform according to the contractually agreed functions, but not to guarantee any specific economic success or concrete business results.

2.2 Changes and Development

The Provider is entitled to:

Adapt, expand, or remove features
Schedule maintenance windows (with advance notice whenever possible)
Make technical changes to improve security and performance
Further develop the Platform

Substantial changes that significantly affect usability will be announced in advance.

3. Registration and User Account

3.1 Registration

Use of the Platform requires registration. The user is obligated to provide truthful and complete information during registration.

3.2 User Obligations

The user commits to:

Provide accurate and current data and update it when changes occur
Keep access credentials confidential and protect them from unauthorized access
Immediately inform the Provider if there are indications that access credentials have been misused
Not misuse the Platform

3.3 Account Responsibility

The user is responsible for all activities conducted under their user account.

4. Use of the Platform

4.1 Permitted Use

The Platform may only be used for lawful purposes in the context of BBQ events and related occasions.

4.2 Prohibited Actions

The following actions are expressly prohibited:

Manipulation of ratings, rankings, or results
Unauthorized access to data of other users or events
Use for unlawful purposes
Distribution of offensive, defamatory, or illegal content
Overloading the systems (e.g., through automated mass access)
Reverse engineering, decompilation, or disassembly of the software
Circumvention of security mechanisms

4.3 Consequences of Violations

In case of violations of these T&C, the Provider may:

Issue warnings
Remove content
Temporarily suspend access
Permanently delete the user account
Initiate legal action

5. Prices and Fees

5.1 Paid Services

Certain features of the Platform may be subject to fees. Paid services may include:

Event Licenses – Authorization to conduct events
Hosting Fees – Provision of server capacity
Premium Features – Advanced functions and features
Support Services – Technical support and consulting

5.2 Pricing

The currently applicable prices are published on the website or communicated upon contract conclusion. All prices are exclusive of applicable value-added tax.

5.3 Payment

Payments are due within the specified period after invoicing. In case of payment default, the Provider may:

Charge default interest
Restrict or suspend platform access
Initiate legal action for collection

5.4 Price Changes

The Provider reserves the right to adjust prices for future services. Existing contracts remain unaffected by price increases for the agreed contract period.

6. Availability

6.1 Availability Goal

The Provider strives for high availability of the Platform but cannot guarantee permanent or uninterrupted availability.

6.2 Maintenance and Outages

Maintenance work and technical disruptions may lead to temporary outages. The Provider will:

Schedule maintenance windows outside peak usage times whenever possible
Announce planned maintenance in advance
Resolve unplanned outages as quickly as possible

6.3 No Liability for Outages

There is no entitlement to permanent availability. The Provider is not liable for damages arising from outages unless they are based on intent or gross negligence.

7. Liability

7.1 Scope of Liability

The Provider is only liable in cases of:

Intent – deliberate harm
Gross Negligence – serious fault
Breach of essential contractual obligations (cardinal duties)
Damages from injury to life, body, or health

7.2 Limitation of Liability

The Provider is not liable for:

Data loss due to user error – The user is responsible for backups
Incorrect jury ratings – Entry and accuracy of ratings are the users' responsibility
Ranking results – Results are based on entered data
Lost profits – Indirect economic damages
Indirect damages – Consequential damages not directly resulting from use

7.3 User Responsibility

The user is responsible for:

The accuracy and completeness of entered data
Published content on the Platform
Ratings and their impact on results
Compliance with applicable laws and regulations

7.4 Limitation Scope

To the extent that liability is excluded or limited, this also applies to the personal liability of employees, representatives, and vicarious agents of the Provider.

8. Data Processing & Data Processing Agreement (DPA)

8.1 Data Protection

The Provider processes personal data in accordance with:

Swiss Data Protection Act (DSG)
EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), where applicable

Details on data processing can be found in the Privacy Policy on the website.

8.2 Data Processing

To the extent the Provider processes personal data on behalf of event organizers, it acts as a data processor within the meaning of the GDPR.

8.3 Data Processing Agreement (DPA)

A separate Data Processing Agreement (DPA) can be concluded if required. Event organizers who collect personal data via the Platform should request such an agreement.

8.4 Data Security

The Provider implements appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect personal data from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse.

9. Content and Rights

9.1 Provider's Ownership

All system components, software, designs, logos, and other content of the Platform remain the property of the Provider or its licensors.

9.2 Usage Rights

The user receives a non-exclusive, non-transferable right to use the Platform for the duration of the contract.

9.3 User Content

Content uploaded by the user to the Platform (e.g., event information, photos, logos) remains the property of the user. However, the user grants the Provider the right to use this content to provide the service.

9.4 Copyrights

The user warrants that uploaded content does not violate any copyrights or other rights of third parties.

10. Termination of Contract

10.1 Ordinary Termination

Both parties may terminate the usage contract with ordinary notice. The notice period is determined by the agreed contract term or is one month to the end of the month.

10.2 Extraordinary Termination

The Provider may terminate the contract extraordinarily and immediately suspend access in case of misuse or serious violations of these T&C.

10.3 Consequences of Termination

Upon termination of the contract:

The usage right expires
Data may be deleted after a reasonable period
Payments already made are non-refundable

10.4 Data Export

The user has the opportunity to export their data before the contract ends, provided the Platform offers this function.

11. Changes to the T&C

11.1 Amendments

The Provider may amend these T&C at any time, particularly in case of:

Legal changes
Technical developments
Service adjustments

11.2 Notification

Changes will be communicated to users via email or through the Platform. The amended T&C are considered accepted if the user does not object within four weeks of notification.

11.3 Right to Object

In case of objection to substantial changes, the user has the right to extraordinary termination.

12. Jurisdiction and Applicable Law

12.1 Applicable Law

Swiss law applies, excluding the UN Convention on Contracts for the International Sale of Goods (CISG).

12.2 Jurisdiction

The exclusive place of jurisdiction for all disputes arising from or in connection with this contract is the Provider's registered office in Switzerland, to the extent legally permissible.

13. Final Provisions

13.1 Severability Clause

Should individual provisions of these T&C be or become invalid or unenforceable, this does not affect the validity of the remaining provisions.

13.2 Written Form

Changes or additions to these T&C require written form. This also applies to the waiver of the written form requirement itself.

13.3 Assignment

The user may not assign rights and obligations from this contract without the prior written consent of the Provider.

14. Contact

For questions regarding these T&C, please contact:

LevITec by Zauner / BBQHub
Website: https://bbqhub.eu
E-Mail: jonas@gzauner.com

Version: February 2026

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