Terms of Use

Last updated: July 23, 2026

These Terms of Use govern your access to and use of the website operated by Mack Meer, located at Heemraadssingel 175, 3023 CA Rotterdam, Netherlands, Rotterdam, Netherlands. By accessing, browsing, or using this website, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these terms in their entirety. If you do not agree with any part of these terms, please discontinue use of this website immediately.

1. Definitions

For the purposes of these Terms of Use, the following definitions apply:

• "Website" refers to all pages, content, and services accessible through this domain.
• "User," "You," or "Your" refers to any individual accessing or using this website.
• "I," "Me," or "My" refers to Mack Meer, the owner and operator of this website.
• "Services" refers to plant consultations, garden workshops, care plans, and any other offerings described on this website.
• "Content" refers to all text, images, graphics, and other materials available on this website.

2. Acceptance of Terms

Your access to and use of this website is conditioned upon your acceptance of these Terms of Use. By accessing or using the website, you agree to be bound by these terms. If you disagree with any portion, you may not access the website.

3. Description of Services

This website provides information about my personal blog on urban gardening, indoor plant care, and creating green spaces in city environments, including articles, care guides, and descriptions of consultations and workshops. The content is intended for general informational and educational purposes only.

The services described include:

• Indoor Plant Consultation — a personalized assessment of your living space with custom plant recommendations and care schedules.
• Balcony Garden Workshop — a hands-on group session covering container gardening, soil preparation, and seasonal planting.
• Monthly Care Plan — ongoing support for your indoor garden with monthly check-ins and seasonal adjustment advice.
• Free initial consultations to discuss your space and service suitability.

4. Intellectual Property Rights

All content on this website is the property of Mack Meer and is protected by international copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws. You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, create derivative works from, publicly display, publicly perform, republish, download, store, or transmit any material on this website without my prior written consent.

You are granted a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to access and use this website for personal, non-commercial purposes only. This license does not include any resale or commercial use, data mining, or use of robots or similar data gathering tools.

5. User Conduct

When using this website, you agree not to:

• Use the website in any manner that could disable, overburden, damage, or impair the site.
• Use any robot, spider, or automatic device to access the website without my express written permission.
• Introduce any viruses, worms, or other malicious material.
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any parts of the website or connected servers.
• Use the contact form to send spam, promotional materials, or unlawful content.

6. Service Booking and Payment

Booking for any paid service is subject to the following conditions:

• All prices are in Euros (EUR) and include applicable taxes unless otherwise stated.
• Payment must be received in full before services are delivered.
• I reserve the right to modify prices at any time. Changes do not affect bookings already confirmed and paid for.
• Service descriptions and availability are subject to change without prior notice.

7. Cancellation and Refund Policy

I understand that circumstances can change. My policy is as follows:

• Before service date: Full refund available if cancellation is requested at least 7 days before the scheduled service date.
• After service commencement: No refunds are available once services have been delivered or workshops have commenced.
• Consultation cancellations: Cancellations made at least 24 hours before a scheduled consultation will be rescheduled at no additional cost. Late cancellations or no-shows may forfeit the consultation fee.

8. Disclaimer of Warranties

This website and all content are provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis without any warranties of any kind, either express or implied. To the fullest extent permitted by law, I disclaim all warranties, including implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, and non-infringement.

I do not warrant that the website will be uninterrupted, timely, secure, or error-free, or that any errors will be corrected.

9. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, I shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, including loss of profits, data, use, goodwill, or other intangible losses, resulting from your access to or use of or inability to access or use the website.

My total liability shall not exceed the amount you have paid to me, if any, in the 12 months preceding the event giving rise to liability.

10. Plant Care Disclaimer

The advice, guides, and recommendations provided through this website and my services are based on personal experience and general horticultural knowledge. Plant health and growth depend on numerous factors including environment, care consistency, and individual plant characteristics. I cannot guarantee specific outcomes for any plant or garden project. Always research plant toxicity if you have pets or children, and ensure proper ventilation when using soil amendments or organic treatments.

11. Third-Party Links

This website may contain links to third-party websites or services not owned or controlled by me. I have no control over, and assume no responsibility for, the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party websites or services.

12. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

These Terms of Use shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Netherlands. Any dispute arising from or relating to these terms shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of Rotterdam, the Netherlands.

13. Changes to Terms

I reserve the right to modify or replace these Terms of Use at any time. If a revision is material, I will provide at least 30 days notice prior to any new terms taking effect. By continuing to access or use this website after revisions become effective, you agree to be bound by the revised terms.

14. Contact Information

If you have any questions about these Terms of Use, please contact me:

Mack Meer
Heemraadssingel 175, 3023 CA Rotterdam, Netherlands
Email: hello@mackmeer.nl
Phone: +31 10 456 7890
Hours: Mon – Fri: 9:00 – 18:00 CET

By continuing to use this website, you confirm that you have read, understood, and agree to these Terms of Use in their entirety.