The Distance Contract (Fernabsatzvertrag) is essential for businesses engaging in remote selling within Germany or to German consumers. It is specifically designed to comply with German Civil Code requirements and EU regulations for distance selling. This document type is required whenever goods or services are sold through means of distance communication without simultaneous physical presence of the parties. It must include mandatory consumer information, clear withdrawal rights, pricing details, and delivery terms as required by German law. The contract is particularly relevant for e-commerce platforms, digital service providers, and mail-order businesses, ensuring compliance with German consumer protection standards while facilitating remote business transactions.

1. Parties: Identification of the trader (including full company details as required by German law) and the consumer

2. Background: Brief context of the distance selling arrangement

3. Definitions: Key terms used in the contract, including specific German legal terminology

4. Subject Matter of the Contract: Clear description of goods/services being provided, including all essential characteristics

5. Order Process: Step-by-step description of how the contract is concluded electronically

6. Prices and Payment Terms: Complete price information including all additional costs, shipping, taxes, and payment methods

7. Delivery Terms: Delivery times, methods, and costs in accordance with German distance selling regulations

8. Right of Withdrawal: Detailed information about the 14-day withdrawal right, conditions, and procedures as per BGB

9. Warranty and Liability: Statutory warranty rights and liability provisions under German law

10. Data Protection: Essential GDPR/DSGVO compliance information regarding data processing

11. Dispute Resolution: Information about dispute resolution procedures including ODR platform reference

12. Final Provisions: Governing law, jurisdiction, and severability clauses