Can I sell my products online without any concerns?
May 19, 2022 | 70,00 EUR | answered by Daniel Netz
Dear lawyer,
my name is Andreas Kuhn and I have a question regarding the sale of my products online as part of my business. I operate a small online shop where I produce and sell handmade products. So far, I have only sold locally, but now I would like to expand my market and become active online.
My concern is whether I can sell my products online without any worries, without risking legal problems. I have read that there are many regulations and laws in the field of commercial law that affect online commerce, such as the Distance Selling Act, the legal obligation to provide an imprint, or the General Data Protection Regulation.
I want to ensure that I meet all legal requirements and do not risk any warnings or lawsuits. Therefore, it would be very helpful for me if you could give me some guidance on what I need to consider and what measures I should take to make my online sales legal and secure.
Could you please explain in detail which legal aspects I need to consider when selling my products online and how I can protect myself to avoid legal problems? I thank you in advance for your support.
Sincerely,
Andreas Kuhn
Dear Mr. Kuhn,
Thank you for your inquiry regarding the online sale of your products within your company. It is understandable that you are concerned about potential legal issues as you expand your market and become active online. In fact, there are a variety of regulations and laws in the field of commercial law that affect online commerce and that you should definitely consider in order to avoid legal problems.
First of all, it is important that you familiarize yourself with the Distance Selling Regulations. This law regulates the rights and obligations of consumers and traders in online commerce, especially with regard to the right of withdrawal and information obligations. You must ensure that your customers are clearly and comprehensively informed about their right of withdrawal and other important information such as prices, delivery times, and payment methods.
Furthermore, the obligation to provide an imprint must be observed. Every online shop must have an imprint that includes necessary information such as the name and address of the company, contact details, and tax number. This serves transparency and enables customers to contact you if needed.
Another important aspect is the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), which regulates the handling of personal data. You must ensure that you comply with data protection regulations and inform your customers about the use of their data. This includes implementing privacy policies and securing customer data from unauthorized access.
To protect yourself and avoid legal problems, I recommend seeking legal advice and, if necessary, creating terms and conditions for your online shop. A lawyer specializing in commercial law can help you meet all legal requirements and minimize risks.
I hope that these guidelines are helpful to you and wish you success in making your online sales legal and secure.
Best regards,
Daniel Netz
Commercial Law Attorney
