Terms & Conditions

1. Scope of Agreement
Welcome to Helvetic Update. These Terms & Conditions (“Terms”) govern your access to and use of our website, membership subscriptions, newsletters, and related services (collectively, “Services”). By using our Services, you agree to these Terms. If you do not agree, please discontinue use immediately.

2. Description of Services
Helvetic Update provides articles, newsletters, guides, and digital resources about life in Switzerland. Our Services are intended for informational and educational purposes only. Any unlawful or fraudulent use is prohibited.

3. Membership & Accounts
To access certain features, you may create an account or subscribe to a membership plan. You are responsible for safeguarding your login details and all activity under your account. Notify us immediately of unauthorized access. We may suspend or terminate accounts that breach these Terms.

4. Intellectual Property
All website content—including articles, images, layouts, and design—is owned by Helvetic Update or its licensors. You may not copy, reproduce, or distribute materials without written permission.

5. Subscription Fees, Payment & Refunds
5.1 Fees: Pricing for memberships and subscriptions is displayed in CHF.
5.2 Payment: We accept major credit cards and Swiss payment options. Payment is required before access is granted.
5.3 Refund Policy: You may request a refund within 14 days of initial purchase if you have not accessed premium content. To request a refund:

  • Emailsupport@helveticupdate.com with your order details and reason.
  • Include proof of purchase.
  • Refunds are processed within 10 business days to the original payment method.

For recurring subscriptions, cancellation terms are specified in your account dashboard.

6. Limitation of Liability
Our Services provide informational content and do not guarantee uninterrupted availability. Helvetic Update is not liable for indirect or consequential damages resulting from use of our Services. Use is at your own discretion.

7. Modifications & Termination of Services
We may update these Terms at any time—changes will be posted with the “Last updated” date. Continued use of the Services after updates indicates acceptance. We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue any Service without prior notice.

8. Governing Law & Jurisdiction
These Terms are governed by Swiss law. Any disputes are subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of Zürich, Switzerland.

Last updated: September 2, 2025