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Terms of Service

Version 1.1 · Effective 1 January 2026 · Updated 13 September 2026

1. Introduction

Welcome to ruvin.com, a curated editorial and media platform focused on travel, destinations and Creator content.

By accessing or using our website and services, you agree to comply with and be bound by these Terms of Service and our Privacy Policy.

This website is operated by RUVIN GmbH, a company registered in Vienna, Austria under Firmenbuchnummer FN518975, with its principal office at Stephansplatz 8/20, 1010 Vienna, Austria.

In these Terms of Service:

  • "Users" refers to visitors who access and consume content on ruvin.com.
  • "RUVIN" or "RUVIN GmbH" refers to the platform operator, publisher, and curator of editorial content on ruvin.com.
  • "Third Parties" refers to external websites, services, platforms, or providers not operated or controlled by RUVIN GmbH.

2. Services Provided

RUVIN GmbH operates ruvin.com as a curated platform that publishes editorial travel and destination content, visual destination guides, and photography-driven storytelling.

Our services include, but are not limited to:

  • publishing and hosting editorial articles and destination content,
  • presenting curated visual content and Creator photography,
  • providing destination information and travel inspiration.

Some content on RUVIN is provided by independent Creators and published with appropriate permissions and attribution. Creator participation is governed by separate Creator Terms & Conditions.

Editorial articles and destination content published on ruvin.com are created by the RUVIN editorial team. Visual content featured on the platform is contributed by independent Creators and photographers and is published with their permission.

Each published image is accompanied by a visible photo credit.

RUVIN may also facilitate Creator participation, content permissions and licensing opportunities. These activities are governed by separate Creator or Partner terms where applicable.

RUVIN GmbH reserves the right to curate, edit, and structure editorial content, including text, layout, and presentation, to ensure quality, consistency, and relevance across the platform.

3. Eligibility

Our services are intended for users who are at least 18 years old. By using our platform, you confirm that you meet this requirement.

4. Content and Conduct

Users agree not to use ruvin.com in any way that is unlawful, misleading, defamatory, offensive, or otherwise inappropriate.

RUVIN GmbH reserves the right to restrict or terminate access for users who violate these Terms or whose conduct may harm the platform, its users, or its reputation.

Content published on ruvin.com is protected by copyright. Users may not reproduce, distribute, or commercially exploit published content without written permission from RUVIN GmbH or the respective rights holder.

5. Monetization and Advertising

RUVIN may feature Partner-supported destination coverage or other clearly identified commercial relationships. Commercial relationships do not transfer editorial control over RUVIN's editorial content.

6. Use of Artificial Intelligence

Some editorial content may be prepared with the assistance of artificial intelligence tools. All published editorial content is reviewed, edited and approved by the RUVIN editorial team prior to publication.

Visual content featured on the platform is contributed by independent Creators and photographers. Any use of artificial intelligence in visual content creation or editing is subject to the respective Creator's responsibility.

7. Disclaimer and Warranties

The Services are provided "as is" and "as available" without warranties of any kind, whether express or implied.

RUVIN GmbH makes no representations or warranties regarding the accuracy, completeness, reliability, timeliness, or suitability of editorial content, destination information, or visual content published on the platform.

Content published on ruvin.com is provided for editorial and informational purposes only and does not constitute professional, legal, financial, or travel advice.

8. Third-Party Links

Our platform may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the content or practices of these sites.

9. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, RUVIN GmbH shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages arising out of or in connection with the use of ruvin.com or the services provided.

RUVIN GmbH is not responsible for the availability, content, or practices of third-party websites, services, or platforms that may be linked or referenced on ruvin.com.

Nothing in these Terms of Service shall exclude or limit liability for damages caused by intent or gross negligence, or for any liability that cannot be excluded under applicable law.

10. Changes to Terms

We may update these Terms from time to time. The current version and effective date will be published on ruvin.com. Where required by applicable law, we will provide additional notice.

11. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of Austria. For consumers, this choice of law does not deprive them of mandatory protections granted by applicable law.

Where legally permitted, disputes shall be subject to the competent courts in Vienna, Austria. Mandatory consumer jurisdiction rules remain unaffected.

12. Contact

For questions or concerns regarding these Terms of Service, please contact us at contact@ruvin.com.