1. LEGAL NOTICE
Business Name: Advance Lab
Legal Status: Individual Entrepreneur (Micro-entrepreneur)
Owner/Director: Luc Nijman
SIREN Number: 904 713 260
VAT: TVA non applicable – art. 293 B CGI
Email: [email protected]
Website Hosting:
Platform: Big Cartel LLC, USA
Domain: IONOS SE, Elgendorfer Str. 57, 56410 Montabaur, Germany
2. GENERAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF SALE
Article 2.1 - Purpose and Scope
These General Terms and Conditions of Sale apply to all orders placed on the Advance Lab website. They govern the contractual relationship between Advance Lab (the "Seller") and any purchaser (the "Customer"). By placing an order, the Customer accepts these Terms in their entirety.
Article 2.2 - Products and Services
Advance Lab specializes in the sale of accessories and jewelry through our online store.
Article 2.3 - Orders
Order Process:
Select desired products and add to cart
Verify cart contents and customer information
Choose delivery method and complete payment
Receive order confirmation by email
Order Acceptance: We reserve the right to refuse or cancel orders for legitimate reasons including product unavailability, pricing errors, or suspected fraudulent activity.
Article 2.4 - Prices and Payment
All prices are in Euros (€) and include applicable taxes
Payment required in full at time of order
Prices may change without notice but won't affect confirmed orders
Accepted payment methods are displayed during checkout
Article 2.5 - Delivery Worldwide
Delivery Times (shipping only, excluding order processing):
France: 10 business days
Europe: 15 business days
Rest of World: 20 business days
Carriers: We use appropriate carriers based on destination to ensure reliable delivery.
Risk Transfer: Ownership and risk transfer to Customer upon delivery confirmation.
Article 2.6 - Right of Withdrawal (EU Consumers)
EU consumers have 14 days from receipt to return products without penalty. Products must be in original condition and packaging. Custom items cannot be returned unless defective. Return shipping costs borne by Customer unless product is defective.
Article 2.7 - Warranties and Liability
Products are covered by legal warranties against defects and non-conformity per French Consumer Code. Our liability is limited to the purchase price. We are not liable for indirect or consequential damages.
Article 2.8 - Intellectual Property
All designs, trademarks, and content remain our exclusive property. Unauthorized use is prohibited.
Article 2.9 - Dispute Resolution
French law governs these Terms. For EU consumers, online dispute resolution available at: https://ec.europa.eu/consumers/odr/
3. PRIVACY POLICY (GDPR COMPLIANCE)
Article 3.1 - Data Controller
Advance Lab (Luc Nijman) is the data controller for personal data collected through our website.
Article 3.2 - Data Collected
We collect the following personal data:
Customer Accounts: Email address, full name, delivery/billing addresses
Orders: Purchase history, payment information (processed securely by payment providers)
Technical Data: IP address, browser information via Big Cartel platform
Article 3.3 - Purpose of Data Processing
Your data is processed for:
Order processing and delivery
Customer service and support
Legal compliance (accounting, taxation)
Website security and fraud prevention
Article 3.4 - Legal Basis
Processing is based on:
Contract performance for order fulfillment
Legal obligation for accounting records
Legitimate interest for fraud prevention and website security
Article 3.5 - Data Sharing
Your data may be shared with:
Big Cartel LLC (platform provider) - see their DPA for GDPR compliance
Shipping carriers for delivery purposes
Payment processors for transaction processing
Legal authorities when required by law
Article 3.6 - Data Retention
Customer accounts: Data retained while account is active
Order data: 10 years for legal/tax obligations
Technical data: Up to 2 years for security purposes
Article 3.7 - International Transfers
Data may be transferred outside the EU through Big Cartel (USA). Big Cartel complies with GDPR requirements and uses Standard Contractual Clauses for international transfers.
Article 3.8 - Your Rights
Under GDPR, you have rights to:
Access your personal data
Rectify inaccurate information
Erase your data (subject to legal obligations)
Restrict processing
Data portability
Object to processing
Withdraw consent where applicable
To exercise rights: Contact [email protected]
Article 3.9 - Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your data, including secure hosting and encrypted communications.
Article 3.10 - Complaints
You may lodge complaints with French data protection authority (CNIL): www.cnil.fr
4. COOKIE POLICY
Article 4.1 - What are Cookies
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when visiting websites.
Article 4.2 - Cookies Used
Our website, hosted on Big Cartel, may use:
Essential Cookies:
Shopping cart functionality
User session management
Security features
Analytics Cookies:
Website performance monitoring
User experience improvement
Third-Party Cookies: Big Cartel may implement cookies for platform functionality, analytics, and security. These are governed by Big Cartel's privacy policy.
Article 4.3 - Cookie Management
You can control cookies through browser settings. Disabling essential cookies may affect website functionality.
Article 4.4 - Consent
By using our website, you consent to cookies as described. You can withdraw consent by adjusting browser settings.
5. INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY
All content, designs, logos, and trademarks on this website are the exclusive property of Advance Lab. Reproduction or use without written permission is strictly prohibited.
6. LIABILITY LIMITATIONS
Advance Lab's liability is limited to the purchase price of products. We are not liable for:
Indirect or consequential damages
Delays caused by external factors (carriers, customs, force majeure)
Damages from misuse of products
7. APPLICABLE LAW AND JURISDICTION
These terms are governed by French law. Any disputes shall be resolved in French courts, except for EU consumers who may use online dispute resolution.
8. MODIFICATIONS
We reserve the right to modify these policies at any time. Changes apply to future orders and will be communicated via website updates.
9. CONTACT INFORMATION
For all inquiries:
Email: [email protected]
Last updated: 20/11/2025