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General Terms and Conditions: Do You Really Need Them?

Mr. Vincent BestersApril 11, 2026
General Terms and Conditions: Do You Really Need Them?

General Terms and Conditions: Do You Really Need Them?

Short answer: yes.

Long answer: without them, you are legally vulnerable.


What Do They Cover?

  • liability
  • payment
  • disputes

B2B vs B2C (Important)

Stricter rules apply when dealing with consumers.

👉 Not everything you write down is legally valid


Major Risk: Nullification

If your terms are not used correctly:

👉 they can be declared invalid


Practical Requirement: Delivery of Terms

You must:

  • share them before or at the time of the contract
  • make them accessible

👉 Otherwise they don't apply


Common Mistake

Copying from the internet

👉 rarely works well


Why This Matters

Without terms and conditions:

👉 greater risk of claims

Also read: when you can be held personally liable as a director


Frequently Asked Question

Are general terms and conditions mandatory? No, but without them you are legally vulnerable. They limit your liability, regulate payment arrangements and prevent disputes.


Conclusion

General terms and conditions are not a formality.

They are your legal foundation!

Not sure which legal structure suits you? Also read: BV or sole proprietorship: which suits you?

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