Effective Date: July 25, 2025
Welcome to Raves of Germany (“ROG”, “we”, “us”, or “our”). ROG is operated by Sebastian Zängler, a privately held entity based in Mainz, Germany. Our registered address is Grünbergerstraße 36, 55129 Mainz, Germany. By accessing or using the Raves of Germany website (ravesofgermany.com) and its services – including event listings, community forums, newsletters, artist portfolios, promotion tools, and social networking features – you agree to these Terms of Service (“Terms”). Please read them carefully. If you do not agree to these Terms, you may not use the site or services.
Your use of Raves of Germany’s services is governed by these Terms and by our Privacy Policy and Cookie Policy (available on our website). By using the site or any services (including browsing events, creating listings, posting on the forum, subscribing to the newsletter, or creating a DJ/artist profile), you agree to comply with these Terms. We reserve the right to modify or update these Terms at any time. We will post the revised Terms on our site, and continued use of the site after any changes constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms.
Raves of Germany provides a free platform for electronic music enthusiasts in Germany. Our services include:
Most features require you to create an account (see Section 3). We do not sell tickets or merchandise directly on our site; all events and product sales linked from our site are handled by third-party vendors.
To access certain features (such as posting events, participating in forums, subscribing to newsletters, or creating profiles), you must register for a user account. You agree to provide accurate and complete information when registering, and to keep your account information up to date. You may only have one account and you are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials (username and password). Notify us immediately if you suspect any unauthorized use of your account.
Age Restriction: The site is intended for users aged 16 and older. By registering or using the site, you represent that you are at least 16 years old. If you are between 16 and 18, you should review these Terms and the Privacy Policy with a parent or guardian. If you are under 16, you may not register or provide personal information. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children under 16.
As a registered user, you may submit, upload or share content on the site, including event descriptions, forum posts, comments, profiles, photos, and other materials (“User Content”). You retain ownership of any rights you hold in your User Content, but by posting it on ROG you grant us a perpetual, non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use, copy, publish, adapt, and display that content on the site and in our promotional materials worldwide. We may also use aggregate or anonymized information derived from your content.
You are solely responsible for your User Content. You agree not to upload or post any content that:
We do not pre-screen content posted by users, but we reserve the right (without obligation) to review, remove, edit, or refuse any User Content that violates these Terms or is objectionable. Consistent with German law (Telemediengesetz), we are not obligated to monitor user submissions. However, we may terminate your access or delete your User Content if we believe you have violated these Terms. You understand and agree that any reliance on information or material posted by other users is at your own risk.
Your privacy is important to us. Please see our Privacy Policy for details on how we collect, use, and protect your personal data. As noted there, we collect basic personal information (such as name, email address, phone number, and any information you provide in your profile or posts) when you use our services. We use this information to operate the site, respond to inquiries, and send newsletters or updates if you opt in. We will not sell or rent your personal information to third parties. Our Privacy Policy also describes your data protection rights under applicable law. By using our services, you consent to the practices described in the Privacy Policy.
You agree to receive communications from Raves of Germany electronically (e.g. by email). We may email you service-related announcements or updates. If you subscribe to our newsletter, you will receive promotional content only if you opt in; you may unsubscribe at any time.
ROG may integrate or link to third-party services and social media platforms. For example, we may allow you to share content on Facebook, Instagram, or other social networks. We are not responsible for the policies or content of these external sites. As stated in our Imprint, “we cannot assume any liability for these external contents”. Any dealings you have with third-party sites (including ticket vendors, social networks, or other platforms) are solely between you and those third parties.
Some event information on our site is provided via third-party platforms. For instance, we embed event details and ticketing information using ticket.io’s content delivery network. When you view these pages, your browser may connect to ticket.io servers and transmit certain technical data (such as your IP address, browser type, and time of visit) to ticket.io. Ticket.io’s processing of your data is governed by their own privacy policy.
We also use third-party service providers for hosting and communications. Our website is hosted on Vercel and we use a third-party provider (currently Brevo, formerly Mailgun) to send email newsletters. These providers may process your data in accordance with their own policies. See our Privacy Policy for more details.
All content on Raves of Germany (text, graphics, logos, images, software, etc.) that is created by ROG or its licensors is protected by German and international copyright and trademark laws. This means you may not copy, reproduce, distribute, or create derivative works from our content without our prior written permission. You may download or print materials from the site for your personal, non-commercial use only. Any other use requires explicit consent.
Any trademarks, service marks, or logos displayed on the site are owned by ROG or our partners, and you may not use them without our permission.
Raves of Germany does not sell tickets, merchandise, or any products/services directly. All event promotions and listings on our site are for informational purposes, and actual ticket sales (if any) are handled by external vendors. If you purchase tickets through a link from our site, you will be dealing directly with that ticketing provider and subject to their terms and fees. ROG is not a party to any such transactions. We do not process any payments, and we do not collect or store any payment information.
You agree not to misuse the site or services. In particular, you will not:
Violation of these rules may result in suspension or termination of your account and may expose you to civil or criminal liability.
No Warranty: ROG provides the website and its content “as is” and “as available”, with all faults and defects, without warranties of any kind. We do not guarantee that the site or its content will be accurate, complete, reliable, or up-to-date. We do not endorse or verify the accuracy of event information posted by users or third parties. You should verify any information independently before relying on it (e.g. confirming event dates or age restrictions).
Limitation of Liability: To the fullest extent permitted by law, Raves of Germany (and Sebastian Zängler) will not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential or punitive damages arising out of your use of the site. This includes damages for loss of profits, data, or other intangible losses, even if we have been advised of the possibility of such damages. Our total liability for any claim arising from these Terms or your use of the site will not exceed the amount of any fees you have actually paid to us (which is zero), or EUR 100, whichever is greater.
Events and Attending Raves: If you choose to attend any event or rely on event information listed on ROG, you do so at your own risk. We do not supervise or control the events. We disclaim any liability related to events (including cancellations, venue changes, accidents, or personal injury) to the maximum extent allowed by law. You understand and agree that you may be exposed to user-generated content or comments that are offensive or objectionable, and you use the site at your own risk.
These disclaimers and limitations are fundamental parts of the bargain between us. If you reside in a jurisdiction that does not allow the exclusion of certain warranties or liabilities, some of the above limitations may not apply to you to the extent required by law.
We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your account and access to the site at any time and for any reason, including if you breach these Terms. Upon termination, your right to use the services ceases immediately. We may delete or retain your User Content as required by law or as we see fit.
These Terms are governed by the laws of Germany, without regard to conflict of laws rules. Any dispute relating to these Terms or your use of Raves of Germany shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of Mainz, Germany. (Note: We are not required to engage in any arbitration or mediation before a dispute is filed in court.)
If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid or unenforceable under applicable law, that provision will be enforced to the maximum extent permissible and the remaining provisions will remain in full force and effect.
If you have any questions about these Terms, please contact us by email or phone:
You can also reach out via our website’s Contact page. We will do our best to address your inquiries promptly.
By using Raves of Germany, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to these Terms of Service. Enjoy exploring Germany’s rave and techno scene responsibly!