Law and data protection
GTC
Abbreviation for General Terms and Conditions
In short and in plain language
GTC are fixed contract rules that a firm uses for many deals.
They cover, for example, how to pay and how goods are sent. They also cover faults and liability.
The law sets limits on what such rules may say.
Definition
GTC are pre-formulated contract terms that a company uses for many contracts. They cover, for example, payment, delivery, warranty and liability. German civil law sets limits on what can be validly agreed in such terms.