Terms and Conditions
Last Updated: September 25, 2026
Welcome to the website of Stiftung Sowa Rigpa (accessible at https://sowa-rigpa.org). By accessing or using this website (the "Site"), you agree to comply with and be bound by the following Terms and Conditions.
Please read them carefully before using our Site.
1. Site Operator & Contact Details.
This website is operated by Stiftung Sowa Rigpa, a legal entity registered in Germany.
Name: Stiftung Sowa Rigpa
Address: Peter-Josef-Kreuzberg-Straße 15, 56154 Boppard, Germany.
Telephone: +49 6742 80434 70
Mobile: +49 1609 73312 72
Email: stiftungsowarigpa@posteo.de2.
Scope of Content & Services
Informational & Educational Nature: The Site serves to provide information regarding Sowa Rigpa (Traditional Himalayan), cultural preservation, educational activities, and the philanthropic work of Stiftung Sowa Rigpa.
No Direct Payments or Online Sales: This website does not process financial transactions, payments, or direct online sales. Any inquiries, registrations, donations, or support must be arranged offline or via direct contact using the details provided above.
3. Medical & Educational Disclaimer
Traditional Knowledge: The content on this Site relates to Sowa Rigpa, traditional wellness practices, and health philosophy.
Not Medical Advice: Content published on this Site is provided solely for educational, informational, and cultural preservation purposes. It does not constitute medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of a qualified physician or licensed healthcare provider with any questions regarding a medical condition.
4. Intellectual Property Rights
All original content, text, images, logos, documents, and materials published on this Site are the intellectual property of Stiftung Sowa Rigpa or its content creators, protected by German and international copyright laws. You may view, download, and print pages from the Site for your personal, non-commercial, and educational use only. Any reproduction, distribution, modification, or commercial exploitation of the Site’s content without express prior written consent from Stiftung Sowa Rigpa is strictly prohibited.
5. Links to External Websites Our Site may contain links to third-party websites or services that are not owned or controlled by Stiftung Sowa Rigpa.Stiftung Sowa Rigpa has no control over, and assumes no responsibility for, the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party websites. Accessing external links is done at your own risk.
6. Limitation of Liability: While we strive to ensure that the information on this Site is correct and up to date, Stiftung Sowa Rigpa does not guarantee its completeness or accuracy. To the fullest extent permitted under applicable German and European law, Stiftung Sowa Rigpa shall not be held liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages resulting from the use of, or inability to use, this Site or its content. Nothing in these Terms shall limit or exclude liability for intent (Vorsatz), gross negligence (Grobe Fahrlässigkeit), or injury to life, body, or health, as mandated by German law.
7. Data Protection (GDPR)We respect your personal privacy. We handle personal data in compliance with the European General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR / DSGVO) and the German Telecommunications Telemedia Data Protection Act (TDDDG). For detailed information on how we collect, store, and process personal data when you visit our Site or contact us, please consult our Privacy Policy (Datenschutzerklärung).
8. Governing Law & JurisdictionThese Terms and Conditions are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Federal Republic of Germany.If you are a commercial entity or if statutory legal requirements permit, the competent courts in Germany shall have jurisdiction over any disputes arising under or in connection with these Terms.
9. Amendments to These Terms We reserve the right to update or modify these Terms and Conditions at any time without prior notice. Any changes will be published directly on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date.