Terms and Conditions

Terms and Conditions– Best of Portugal Weddings

Definitions

For the purposes of these Terms and Conditions, the following expressions shall have the meanings set out below, whenever they begin with a capital letter:

Site: the digital platform Best of Portugal Weddings available at www.bestofportugalweddings.com, including website, subdomains, mobile applications, interfaces, APIs, and any associated online services.

Professionals: companies, suppliers, freelancers, or other wedding industry service providers who use the Site for promotion, marketing, participation in editorials, portfolio publication, advertising, or contracting services.

Couples: users who take part in interviews, testimonials, reports, editorial content, or who browse the Site’s content as end clients.

Users: any natural or legal person who accesses, navigates, uses, or submits content to the Site, including Professionals and Couples.

Services: subscription/membership, portfolio publication, participation in editorials (own or paid), insertion of advertising, promotional campaigns, and any other additional services made available by the Site.

Subscription / Membership: a monthly plan contracted by the Professional, granting features and visibility according to the chosen plan.

Content: any texts, photographs, images, videos, audio, testimonials, portfolios, comments, submitted materials, metadata, or other materials provided by Users or generated by the Site.

User-Generated Content (UGC): content voluntarily submitted by Users/Professionals through the Site for publication, including portfolios, comments, testimonials, images, and videos.

Own Editorials: content produced and organized directly by Best of Portugal Weddings, including invited collaborators, with execution and planning carried out by the Operator.

Paid Editorials: editorials in which participation is contracted upon payment by Professionals or third parties, governed by a specific agreement between the parties.

Specific Editorial Agreements: written agreements entered into between the Operator and the Professional or third party defining the terms of participation in paid editorials (services, price, content usage rights, deadlines, cancellation).

Advertiser: any Professional, company, or third party that purchases advertising space or promotional tools on the Site.

Personal Data: any information relating to an identified or identifiable natural person, as defined under the GDPR.

Processor / Service Provider: third parties engaged to process personal data on behalf of the Operator (e.g., hosting, email marketing, traffic analysis).

Terms / Terms and Conditions: this document regulating access to and use of the Site and the Services.

Privacy Policy: the document regulating the collection, processing, storage, and protection of Personal Data, in accordance with the GDPR.

Force Majeure: an event beyond the reasonable control of the affected party that prevents or delays the fulfilment of obligations (e.g., natural disasters, strikes, third-party failures, pandemics, acts of public authority).

Prevailing Language: the Site may provide content in English or other languages for convenience, but the Portuguese version shall always prevail in case of discrepancies.

Acceptance of Terms, Entire Agreement

  • Access to and use of the Site and the Services imply full and unconditional acceptance of these Terms. If the User does not agree with any provision, they must refrain from using the Site.

  • These Terms constitute the entire agreement between the User and Best of Portugal Weddings, replacing any prior understandings, contracts, proposals, or communications, whether verbal or electronic.

  • No practice, communication, or verbal or written representation shall create rights, obligations, or liabilities not expressly set forth in these Terms.

  • Best of Portugal Weddings may amend, update, or modify the Terms at any time. Changes communicated on the Site or by email shall be deemed accepted by the User who continues to use the Site or Services.

  • Specific conditions applicable to paid editorials or additional agreements shall prevail over these Terms, provided that they are formally agreed in writing.

  • The User undertakes to comply with all rules of use, payment obligations, and responsibilities related to the Services, ensuring that all content provided is lawful, accurate, and does not infringe the rights of third parties.

Participation in Editorials

  • Professionals and venues participating in editorials promoted by Best of Portugal Weddings shall be subject to specific contracts or additional conditions, previously agreed in writing.

  • In the event of a conflict between these Terms and Specific Contracts, the provisions of the specific contract shall prevail.

  • Best of Portugal Weddings reserves the right to adapt, edit, or adjust content for publication, promotion, or dissemination purposes, without any obligation to compensate the User.

User Obligations

The User is required to fully comply with all rules of use, payments, and responsibilities related to the Services and content provided, including but not limited to:

  • Respecting these Terms, the Site’s policies, and any additional rules for participation in editorials or services;

  • Making all due payments, including monthly subscriptions, one-off services, and applicable taxes;

  • Ensuring that all content provided is original or that all necessary authorizations have been obtained, does not infringe third-party rights, and complies with applicable law.

Failure to comply with these obligations may result in the removal of content, suspension, or termination of access to the Services, without prior notice and without generating any obligation of compensation.

The User agrees to remain responsible for all legal and financial consequences arising from non-compliance, including third-party claims, as set forth in the indemnification and liability clauses.

Content Removal

  • Best of Portugal Weddings reserves the absolute right to remove, refuse, edit, or suspend any content submitted by Users that, at its sole discretion, is deemed inappropriate, offensive, unlawful, defamatory, discriminatory, or that infringes the rights of third parties, including intellectual property rights, image rights, privacy, or confidentiality.

  • Such removal or refusal may occur at any time, before or after publication, without prior notice and does not create any obligation for compensation, indemnification, or liability on the part of Best of Portugal Weddings.

  • The Operator shall not be liable for any direct or indirect consequences resulting from the removal or refusal of content, including loss of visibility, business opportunities, or reputational damage.

User Warranties and Responsibilities

The User represents, warrants, and assumes full responsibility that all content provided:

  • Is truthful, accurate, and lawful;

  • Does not infringe copyrights, trademarks, patents, intellectual property rights, image rights, privacy, or confidentiality rights of third parties;

  • Does not contain unlawful, defamatory, discriminatory, or offensive material.

The User shall indemnify and hold harmless Best of Portugal Weddings, its administrators, collaborators, legal representatives, and service providers against any losses, liabilities, costs, damages, expenses, or legal fees arising from:

  • Claims, lawsuits, or notices from third parties related to infringement of third-party rights or these Terms;

  • Any breach of the Terms and Conditions.

This indemnification applies even after content removal or termination of the contractual relationship and remains valid for as long as necessary to resolve claims or disputes related to the content provided.

Amendments to the Terms

  • Best of Portugal Weddings may alter, update, or modify these Terms at any time, by publishing the changes on the Site or through formal communication.

  • Continued use of the Site after such changes constitutes the User’s implicit acceptance of the updated Terms.

  • Unless otherwise stated, the changes take effect immediately upon publication.

  • Best of Portugal Weddings shall not be liable for any claims or disputes arising from updates to the Terms, provided that such changes are disclosed as described above.

  • Where there are specific contracts or agreements with the User (e.g., participation in editorials or paid services), the specific terms may prevail over these Terms, unless the general Terms provide greater protection for Best of Portugal Weddings.

Disagreement with the Terms

  • If the User does not agree with any term set forth herein, they must refrain from using the Site or any Services provided.

  • Continued use of the Site or Services after expressing disagreement constitutes implicit acceptance of all Terms.

  • A User who uses the Site or Services despite disagreement assumes full legal and financial responsibility for such use.

  • Best of Portugal Weddings reserves the right to suspend, limit, or refuse access to the Site or Services to any User who does not accept these Terms, without creating any obligation for compensation or indemnification.

Suspension, Refusal, or Termination of Access

  • Best of Portugal Weddings reserves the right to suspend, refuse, or terminate, in whole or in part, access to the Site or any Services in the event of a violation of these Terms, including but not limited to:

    • Non-payment of any amounts due;

    • Infringement of third-party rights or intellectual property;

    • Submission of illegal, offensive, defamatory, discriminatory, or inappropriate content;

    • Failure to comply with any additional Site policies or rules, including those related to editorials, portfolios, and advertising.

  • Best of Portugal Weddings shall have no obligation to provide prior notice before suspending, refusing, or terminating access and may do so immediately if deemed necessary.

  • Suspension, refusal, or termination shall not create any obligation for compensation, refund, or indemnification to the User.

  • This clause is integrated with and does not limit any other rights of Best of Portugal Weddings under these Terms, including rights related to content removal, indemnification, and User responsibilities.

Severability

  • If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid, unenforceable, or void by a competent court or authority, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.

  • Whenever possible, the invalid provision shall be replaced by a valid provision that most closely achieves the economic, legal, and functional intent of the original clause, without affecting the validity of the remaining provisions.

  • The interpretation and application of this clause shall be carried out in accordance with applicable Portuguese law.

Force Majeure

  • Best of Portugal Weddings shall not be liable for any delay, failure, or inability to provide services resulting from events beyond its reasonable control, including but not limited to:

    • Natural disasters, fires, floods, earthquakes, or other catastrophes;

    • Strikes, work stoppages, or other labor conflicts;

    • Technical failures of suppliers, service providers, or third parties;

    • Acts of public authorities or legislative changes;

    • Pandemics, epidemics, or health emergencies;

    • Any other unforeseeable or unavoidable event.

  • During the occurrence of such an event, the obligations of Best of Portugal Weddings shall be suspended for the duration of the impediment, without constituting a breach of the Terms or giving rise to any entitlement to compensation.

  • If the force majeure event continues for more than 60 (sixty) days, either party may terminate the affected contract or service, without creating any obligation for indemnification, penalty, or refund of amounts paid.

  • This clause does not limit or affect any other rights of Best of Portugal Weddings under these Terms, including rights to suspend access, remove content, or cancel services.

Payments and Financial Terms

  • Payment Methods

    • All payments must be made within the indicated deadlines and are subject to VAT in accordance with Portuguese law.

  • Monthly Subscriptions

    • Payment must be made before the start of each monthly period.

    • Non-payment results in immediate cancellation, without prior notice and without compensation.

  • One-Off Services and Advertising

    • Payment must be made before the provision of the service or as specified in the contract.

    • Non-payment results in cancellation without any right to a refund.

  • Financial Liability Limit

    • The total liability of Best of Portugal Weddings shall not exceed the amount paid by the User in the last 12 months, including subscriptions and one-off services.

    • This applies to any claim, regardless of its nature, without affecting clauses related to force majeure, suspension, or indemnification.

  • Cancellations and Terminations

    • Non-payment authorizes suspension, refusal, or cancellation without notice or refund.

    • Terminations do not give rise to any refund, except by written agreement.

  • Billing and Competent Court

    • Payments must comply with Portuguese law.

    • The courts of Lisbon shall have jurisdiction over any disputes.

    • Invoices or “recibos verdes” (self-employment receipts) will be issued in accordance with the law.

Rights to Use Content

  • License Granted to the Site

    • By providing content for publication, the User grants Best of Portugal Weddings a non-exclusive, free, worldwide, and transferable license to use, reproduce, adapt, translate, publish, and distribute the content by any means, exclusively for the purposes of promotion, marketing, advertising, or operation of the Site and associated services.

    • This license remains valid even after the termination of the subscription or participation, unless expressly revoked through written agreement between the parties.

  • Right of Adaptation and Modification

    • Best of Portugal Weddings reserves the right to adapt, edit, or adjust content for the purposes of publication, promotion, or dissemination of the Services, without any obligation to compensate the User.

    • Any modifications will respect the integrity and authorship of the content whenever technically possible.

  • Promotional and Editorial Content

    • For content related to editorials, campaigns, or promotional publications, the User grants Best of Portugal Weddings the right to use and disseminate such content in advertising materials, portfolios, and social media, without geographical, temporal, or format limitations, as long as it is within the scope of the participation contract or these Terms.

    • Participation in editorials may be subject to additional specific contracts or conditions, which shall prevail over these Terms in case of conflict.

  • Content Removal

    • Best of Portugal Weddings reserves the right to remove or refuse the publication of content it deems inappropriate, offensive, unlawful, or infringing third-party rights, even after submission.

    • Such removal does not create any obligation for compensation or indemnification to the User.

User Warranties and Responsibilities

  • Content Legality Guarantee
    The User represents and warrants that all content, information, images, texts, videos, or materials provided to Best of Portugal Weddings:

    • Are their exclusive property or that they hold all necessary rights, authorizations, and licenses to make them available and permit their use by the Site;

    • Do not infringe any copyrights, trademarks, patents, intellectual property rights, personality rights, privacy, honor, or any other third-party rights;

    • Do not contain unlawful, offensive, defamatory, obscene, fraudulent, discriminatory elements, or anything that may harm the image and reputation of the Site.

    1. Sole Responsibility
      The User is solely responsible for the content they provide, including its truthfulness, accuracy, timeliness, and legal compliance, and Best of Portugal Weddings shall not be held liable for any misuse, incorrect, or unlawful use of such content.

    2. Disclaimer of Best of Portugal Weddings
      Best of Portugal Weddings is not required to pre-verify or validate submitted content; it is exclusively the User’s responsibility to ensure compliance with applicable law and these Terms.

    3. Duty to Cooperate
      The User agrees to cooperate in good faith with Best of Portugal Weddings in any process, claim, audit, or investigation involving content they provided, supplying all necessary information promptly and completely.

    4. Indemnification
      The User agrees to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Best of Portugal Weddings, as well as its administrators, collaborators, and representatives, from any losses, claims, liabilities, damages, costs, or expenses (including legal fees and court costs) arising from:

    • Content provided by the User;

    • Infringement of third-party rights;

    • Breach of these Terms;

    • Misuse of the Services.

Indemnification

  • Obligation to Indemnify
    The User (or, where applicable, the “Professional”) agrees to indemnify and hold harmless Best of Portugal Weddings, its sole proprietor responsible for the activity, as well as collaborators or representatives acting on its behalf (hereinafter collectively, the “Indemnified Parties”), from all losses, liabilities, costs, damages, or expenses (including legal fees and court costs) arising from or relating to:
    a) content, materials, or information provided by the User/Professional;
    b) infringement of third-party rights (including copyrights, trademarks, privacy, or intellectual property);
    c) breach of these Terms and Conditions;
    d) misuse or unlawful use of the Site or Services;
    e) third-party claims relating to services of the Professional that have been disclosed or promoted on the Site.

  • Notice and Defense
    The Indemnified Parties shall notify the User/Professional in writing, without undue delay, of any claim that may give rise to indemnification. The User/Professional shall assume responsibility for the defense of the claim, and Best of Portugal Weddings shall cooperate in good faith to the extent reasonably necessary.

  • Agreements and Settlements
    Neither Party may enter into agreements or admit liability on behalf of the other without prior written consent, which shall not be unreasonably withheld.

  • Exclusions
    The indemnification obligation does not apply in cases of fraud or gross negligence attributable solely to Best of Portugal Weddings.

  • Survival
    This indemnification obligation remains in effect even after the termination of use of the Site or Services.

Limitation of Liability

  • Best of Portugal Weddings, operated as a sole proprietorship, shall under no circumstances be liable for:
    a) indirect, consequential, or incidental damages, including loss of profits, revenue, data, clientele, or business opportunities;
    b) damage to image, reputation, or moral harm;
    c) failures, interruptions, or unavailability of the Site resulting from technical causes, maintenance, or reasons beyond the reasonable control of Best of Portugal Weddings;
    d) acts or omissions of third parties, including Professionals, partners, or suppliers;
    e) misuse of the Services by the User/Professional.

  • Without prejudice to the foregoing, the maximum total liability of Best of Portugal Weddings, in any case and regardless of the nature or basis of the claim, shall not exceed, in aggregate, the total amount actually paid by the User to Best of Portugal Weddings in the 12 (twelve) months immediately preceding the event giving rise to the liability.

  • This limitation applies to all forms of liability, including contractual, extracontractual, statutory, strict, or any other, even if Best of Portugal Weddings has been advised of the possibility of such damages.

  • Nothing in these Terms excludes or limits the liability of Best of Portugal Weddings in cases of proven fraud or gross negligence.

Governing Law and Jurisdiction

  • These Terms and Conditions, as well as any use of the Site and Services, shall be governed by and interpreted in accordance with Portuguese law.

  • Any dispute, conflict, or claim arising in connection with these Terms, the use of the Site, or the provision of Services shall be resolved exclusively by the courts of Lisbon, with express waiver of any other forum or jurisdiction, except where mandatory legal provisions provide otherwise.

  • This clause applies to both contractual and non-contractual claims and covers any actions, including enforcement of judgments, arbitration, or precautionary measures related to these Terms.

Types of Services

  • Best of Portugal Weddings provides:

    1. Service Description

      • The monthly subscription grants the Professional access to visibility on the Site, targeted promotions, and other features associated with the Services, as defined by Best of Portugal Weddings.

    2. Renewal and Payment

      • The subscription is automatically renewed upon monthly payment, unless previously cancelled by the Professional.

      • All amounts charged are subject to VAT at the applicable legal rate.

      • Non-payment of any monthly fee results in immediate and automatic cancellation of the subscription, without the need for prior notice, additional communication, or financial compensation.

    3. User Responsibility

      • It is the Professional’s responsibility to ensure that payment details are valid and up to date.

      • Best of Portugal Weddings shall not be liable for access failures resulting from incorrect or unpaid payments by the Professional.

    4. Limitation of Warranties

      • Best of Portugal Weddings does not guarantee specific results from the subscription, including visibility, financial return, or client acquisition.

      • All Services are provided “as is,” with only legally mandatory warranties.

    5. Cancellation by the Site

      • Best of Portugal Weddings reserves the right to suspend or cancel the subscription in case of violation of these Terms or inappropriate conduct, without any obligation for compensation or indemnification.

Participation in Editorials

  • Types of Editorials

    1. Own Editorials (with collaborators)

      • Produced and organized exclusively by Best of Portugal Weddings, with invited Professionals collaborating.

      • Participation of Professionals is voluntary and subject to invitation by Best of Portugal Weddings, which may include the provision of products, services, or collaboration in content creation.

      • The rights to use the content created belong to Best of Portugal Weddings, which may use it for promotion, marketing, and dissemination without geographic or temporal limitation.

      • Each participation is governed by the general Terms and Conditions and may include specific agreements for the provision of products or services, which do not create any obligation for financial compensation to the Professional, unless otherwise agreed in writing.

    2. Paid Editorials

      • May be promoted by Professionals or interested third parties upon one-off payment.

      • Each paid editorial shall be governed by a specific contract, detailing:

        • Services included;

        • Obligations of the Professional;

        • Rights to use content;

        • Amount and payment terms (plus VAT);

        • Deadlines and cancellations.

      • The specific contract shall prevail over the general Terms and Conditions in case of conflict.

      • Non-payment of the agreed amount results in immediate cancellation of participation, without any obligation for compensation.

Legal Protection Clause

  • Best of Portugal Weddings assumes no responsibility for specific results of participation in editorials (e.g., financial return, visibility, or client acquisition).

  • Professionals warrant that all content provided complies with third-party rights, applicable law, and standards of good conduct.

  • Best of Portugal Weddings reserves the right to refuse, remove, or adjust content it deems inappropriate, unlawful, or infringing third-party rights, without giving rise to any right to compensation.

  • The rules on Indemnification, Limitation of Liability, and Force Majeure equally apply to all participation in editorials.

Advertising

  • Service Description

    • Best of Portugal Weddings provides the placement of ads, banners, or other promotional content on the Site, upon one-off payment agreed with the Professional or advertiser.

    • All advertising content must comply with Portuguese law, not infringe third-party rights, and must not contain unlawful, offensive, or misleading material.

  • Payment and VAT

    • Amounts charged for advertising services are subject to VAT at the applicable legal rate.

    • Non-payment or late payment results in immediate cancellation of the advertisement, without prior notice or financial compensation.

  • Responsibility of Advertiser/Professional

    • The advertiser/Professional warrants that they hold all necessary rights over the content provided.

    • The Site shall not be liable for any consequences arising from infringement of third-party rights or illegal content provided by the advertiser.

    • The advertiser/Professional agrees to indemnify Best of Portugal Weddings against any claims, losses, costs, or damages resulting from the advertising content provided.

  • Limitation of Warranties and Results

    • Best of Portugal Weddings does not guarantee specific results, including financial return, visibility, or client acquisition, related to advertising content.

    • Advertising is provided “as is,” with no warranties other than those legally required.

  • Right to Refuse or Remove

    • Best of Portugal Weddings reserves the right to refuse, suspend, or remove any advertising it deems inappropriate, unlawful, or in violation of these Terms, without giving rise to any right to compensation or indemnification.

Payment Terms

  • AT and Amounts

    • All amounts charged for Services provided by Best of Portugal Weddings are subject to VAT at the applicable legal rate.

    • The amounts indicated constitute the total payment due for the contracted Service, unless otherwise agreed in writing.

  • Non-Payment and Cancellation

    • Failure to pay, in whole or in part, for any Service results in immediate and automatic cancellation of access to the corresponding service, without prior notice, additional communication, or financial compensation.

    • Best of Portugal Weddings reserves the right to suspend any service or participation until payment is regularized.

  • Refunds

    • Payments made are non-refundable, except where mandatory legal provisions apply or by written agreement between the parties.

    • No refund shall be due in the event of cancellation due to violation of these Terms, non-payment, or force majeure.

  • User Responsibility

    • It is the User’s responsibility to ensure that payment details are valid, complete, and up to date.

    • Best of Portugal Weddings shall not be liable for access failures or unavailability of Services resulting from incorrect or unpaid payments.

  • Exclusions and Limits

    • This section complements the provisions on Indemnification, Limitation of Liability, and Force Majeure, and applies to all types of Services (monthly subscriptions, own or paid editorials, advertising).

Identification

  • Best of Portugal Weddings is operated as a sole proprietorship by:

    • Owner: Rute Macário

    • Tax ID (NIF): 208787275

    • Contact Email: info@bestofportugalweddings.com

    For all legal purposes, this is the entity responsible for operating the Site and providing the Services.