Terms & Conditions
Last updated: 15.01.2026
1. About Waste Alchemists
Waste Alchemists is a platform operated by Samwhere Productions, a sole proprietorship (zzp/eenmanszaak) registered in the Netherlands.
The platform operates under the name Waste Alchemists.
Waste Alchemists exists to spotlight makers, products, workshops, and events related to waste transformation and circular creativity, and to inspire a more conscious way of looking at resources.
2. Scope and acceptance
By accessing or using this website, you agree to these Terms & Conditions.
If you do not agree, please refrain from using the website.
The platform is intended for both consumers and professionals and is accessible worldwide. By using this website, you confirm that you are at least 18 years old or have parental consent.
3. Role of the platform
Waste Alchemists acts as:
- A storytelling and inspiration platform
- A directory and referral platform
- An affiliate platform linking to third-party websites
Waste Alchemists is not:
- The seller of third-party products
- The organizer of third-party workshops or events
- A party to transactions between users and third parties
All purchases, bookings, and interactions with third-party makers or organizers take place outside the Waste Alchemists platform and are governed by the terms and conditions of those third parties.
Informational use only
All content on Waste Alchemists is provided for informational and inspirational purposes only. Nothing on the platform constitutes professional, legal, financial, or commercial advice. Any actions taken based on information found on the platform are taken at the user’s own discretion and risk.
4. External links and affiliate partnerships
The website contains links to external websites operated by third parties.
Waste Alchemists:
- Does not control third-party websites
- Makes no guarantees regarding pricing, availability, or accuracy
- Is not responsible for delivery, refunds, quality, safety, or legality of third-party products or services
Some links may be affiliate links. This means Waste Alchemists may receive a commission at no additional cost to the user.
Use of external websites is entirely at your own risk.
5. Makers and featured parties
Makers and organizers featured on the platform are solely responsible for:
- Their products, workshops, and events
- The accuracy of descriptions and claims
- Compliance with applicable laws and regulations
- Customer communication, delivery, refunds, and safety
Featuring a maker, product, or event does not imply partnership, endorsement, or joint venture unless explicitly stated.
6. Sales of Waste Alchemists products
Waste Alchemists may sell its own physical products directly through the platform.
For these products:
- Prices are clearly stated
- EU consumer law applies
- Consumers have a 14-day right of withdrawal unless legally exempt
Details regarding returns and refunds are provided in the Return & Refund Policy.
7. Intellectual property
All content on the website, including text, images, videos, branding, and design, is the intellectual property of Waste Alchemists or is used with permission.
Makers who provide content confirm that:
- They own the rights to the content they provide, or
- They have obtained the necessary permissions to use and share that content
Makers agree to indemnify Waste Alchemists against claims arising from intellectual property or copyright violations related to provided content.
Waste Alchemists may:
- Feature maker content across its channels
- Use content for promotional purposes indefinitely
- Remove or modify content at its discretion
Unauthorized use of platform content is prohibited.
8. Content moderation and platform integrity
To keep the platform trustworthy and aligned with its mission, Waste Alchemists reserves the right to:
- Remove content, profiles, or listings
- Suspend or end collaborations
- Modify or discontinue parts of the platform
These actions may be taken without prior notice and without obligation to provide justification.
9. Availability and accuracy
While we do our best to keep information accurate and up to date, Waste Alchemists makes no guarantees regarding the completeness, accuracy, or availability of content on the platform.
The platform may be temporarily unavailable due to maintenance, updates, or circumstances beyond our control.
10. Liability limitation
To the maximum extent permitted by law:
- Use of the platform is entirely at your own risk
- Waste Alchemists is not liable for indirect or consequential damages
- Liability is limited to the amount paid to Waste Alchemists, if any
Nothing in these Terms limits liability where such limitation is not permitted by law.
11. Indemnification
Users and makers agree to indemnify and hold harmless Waste Alchemists from claims, damages, losses, or expenses arising from:
- Use of the platform
- Third-party products or services
- Content provided to or displayed on the platform
- Violation of these Terms & Conditions
12. Force majeure
Waste Alchemists is not liable for failure or delay caused by circumstances beyond reasonable control, including but not limited to:
- Technical failures
- Server outages
- Data loss
- Regulatory changes
- Natural events
13. Changes to the platform and terms
Waste Alchemists may update these Terms & Conditions from time to time.
The most recent version will always be available on this page. Continued use of the website means acceptance of the updated terms.
14. Severability
If any provision of these Terms & Conditions is found to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions remain in full force and effect.
15. Governing law and disputes
These Terms & Conditions are governed by the laws of the Netherlands.
Parties will first attempt to resolve disputes amicably. If unresolved, disputes shall be submitted exclusively to the competent courts of the Netherlands.
16. Contact
For questions regarding these Terms & Conditions, please contact:
Waste Alchemists
Operated by Samwhere Productions