General Terms and Conditions of Sale
General Terms and Conditions of Sale for Niwaki Services / DIRBY
These General Terms and Conditions of Sale (hereinafter referred to as the ‘Terms’) apply, without restriction or reservation, to any purchase of one or more services offered by the company NIWAKI SERVICES (hereinafter referred to as the ‘Service’ or ‘Services’) by any individual or legal entity wishing to purchase a Service (hereinafter referred to as the ‘Client’).
NIWAKI SERVICES and the Client may also be referred to individually as a ‘Party’ or collectively as the ‘Parties’, via its website https://www.dirby.aero/ (the ‘Website’) or through its mobile application (the ‘Application’).
These Terms specifically define the conditions of access to the Services via the Website or Application, the ordering process, payment terms, and the provision of the Services ordered by the Client.
By checking the box provided for this purpose, the Client confirms having read and accepted these Terms.
Validating a Service order by the Client constitutes full and unconditional acceptance of these Terms.
These Terms may be subject to future modifications. The applicable version is the one in force on the date the contract is concluded.
The Client declares that they have the legal capacity to enter into a contract and to purchase the Services offered on the Website, meaning they are of legal age and not under guardianship or curatorship.
ARTICLE 1 – SERVICES
1.1 Description of Services
1.1.1 Baggage check-in and/or delivery service
These Services allow the Client to entrust NIWAKI SERVICES with the delivery of one or more pieces of baggage from a chosen location, provided it falls within the designated service area (as defined in Article 1.5.4), to Orly airport, or from Orly airport to the chosen location, under the same geographical condition.
The Client may also authorize NIWAKI SERVICES to check in their baggage for a flight eligible for these Services, operated by one of NIWAKI SERVICES’ partner airlines, listed on the Website.
The Services may be provided:
– Before departure: pick-up and check-in of the baggage at the Client’s chosen address within the service area.
– Upon arrival: pick-up at Orly airport and delivery to the Client’s chosen address within the service area.
1.1.2 Forgotten baggage search and return service
1.2 Access to Services
1.2.1 The Website is accessible to any user with an internet connection or who connects via self-service kiosks located at DIRBY airport reception points.
All costs related to accessing the Website, whether hardware, software, or internet access, are the sole responsibility of the user. The user remains solely responsible for the proper functioning of their IT equipment and internet access.
1.2.2 NIWAKI SERVICES reserves the right to unilaterally deny access to all or part of the Services, without prior notice, to any user who fails to comply with these Terms.
1.3 Ordering Services
The Client may order Services by completing the reservation form provided for each request.
For the baggage check-in and/or delivery Service, the Client must provide all required information, including full name, mobile phone number, email address, pick-up address, and the dates and times of pick-up and delivery, airport, flight number, and number of bags.
For the forgotten baggage search Service, the Client must provide their name, email, mobile number, a description of the forgotten item (brand, model, color, etc.), where it was forgotten, and flight details.
Any order placed on the Website implies an obligation to pay.
Placing an order constitutes acceptance of the Service description and the prices in effect at the time of the order.
Once the order form is completed, the Client can review the Services ordered, the total price, and the order terms. They can select a payment method and, if necessary, modify or cancel the order before final confirmation.
The order is only definitively confirmed upon the final validation screen. This final step is equivalent to a handwritten signature as per Article 1367 of the French Civil Code and concludes a contract under Articles 1127-1 and 1127-2 of the French Civil Code.
From that point, the Client confirms the order, accepts it unconditionally along with the Terms, and the order becomes irrevocable.
Once the order is validated by NIWAKI SERVICES, the Client will receive a confirmation email.
The sale is only considered final once the confirmation email is sent and full payment is received by NIWAKI SERVICES.
NIWAKI SERVICES reserves the right to cancel or refuse any order from a Client involved in a payment dispute for a previous reservation.
The email and phone number provided by the Client will be used by NIWAKI SERVICES or its provider for communication purposes. The Client must ensure they are functional at all times.
Unless informed otherwise, the email address provided by the Client is considered valid, and all emails sent by NIWAKI SERVICES will be deemed received. The same applies to SMS messages.
The Client guarantees the accuracy of the information provided and acknowledges that NIWAKI SERVICES cannot be held liable for any failure or improper performance resulting from incorrect or incomplete information.
1.4 Cancellation and Modification
Once confirmed and accepted by NIWAKI SERVICES, the reservation cannot be canceled except in cases of force majeure.
Any modification by the Client (e.g., pickup or delivery time or location) must be made at least 48 hours before the scheduled flight departure via the Website. Failure to do so will result in adherence to the original request with no refund in case of non-compliance.
1.5 Operation of the baggage check-in and/or delivery service
1.5.1 Check-in and transport from the Client’s location to the airport
The Client must be present at the selected time slot and at the pick-up address provided during the reservation.
The Client acknowledges and accepts that if they are more than 15 minutes late to the agreed time slot, NIWAKI SERVICES may, at its sole discretion, refuse to pick up any baggage and more broadly to provide any related Service, without any eligibility for a refund.
NIWAKI SERVICES will verify the order and the Client’s identity.
For safety and security reasons, NIWAKI SERVICES may refuse to transport or continue transporting the Client’s baggage if it contains prohibited items as listed in Article 4.2.1 or if the Client has not complied with the obligations described in Article 4.2.
NIWAKI SERVICES may also refuse to transport any baggage that does not match the order or that is incompatible with road transport due to size, shape, weight, content, configuration, or nature, or if such issues are discovered during the transport.
Upon pick-up, NIWAKI SERVICES will weigh, seal, and transport the baggage to the departure airport specified by the Client.
The Client can track the progress of the baggage transport via the Application, from collection to delivery.
The Client will collect the baggage at the destination airport in the designated baggage claim area or, if selected, have it delivered directly to their place of residence.
1.5.2 Collection from the airport and delivery to the Client’s location
NIWAKI SERVICES collects the baggage at the arrival baggage carousel, weighs and seals it, and transports it to the delivery address provided at the time of the order.
The Client can track the transport progress via the Application.
The Client must be present at the selected time slot at the delivery address.
The Client acknowledges and accepts that if they are more than 15 minutes late to the agreed time slot, NIWAKI SERVICES may refuse to deliver the baggage and provide any related Service, with no refund.
1.5.3 Conditions for transported baggage (dimensions, weight, restrictions)
Any baggage exceeding 158 cm in total dimensions (length + width + height) but less than 300 cm is considered oversized. An additional fee of €50 per item applies. This fee is distinct from any airline-imposed excess baggage fees.
Each item of baggage must not exceed 32 kg, in accordance with regulations.
Total dimensions must not exceed 300 cm. Live animals (AVIH) are not accepted.
In all other cases, the airline’s baggage policy applies.
1.5.4 Pick-up and delivery service area
NIWAKI SERVICES’ operations are limited to the following departments in Île-de-France: Paris (75), Val-de-Marne (94), Hauts-de-Seine (92), Seine-Saint-Denis (93), Essonne (91).
1.6 Forgotten baggage search and return service
Once the service order is accepted, NIWAKI SERVICES will conduct a search to locate the baggage.
The Client may be contacted by phone or email to provide additional details to help identify the baggage.
If the baggage is found and confirmed by the Client, a payment link will be sent to finalize the service and arrange delivery or collection, subject to any applicable delivery charges.
ARTICLE 2 – NO RIGHT OF WITHDRAWAL
In accordance with Article L.221-28 of the French Consumer Code, the Client, if acting as a consumer, does not have a right of withdrawal.
ARTICLE 3 – PRICE AND PAYMENT
3.1 Price
All orders placed on the Website are subject to payment.
For all Services, prices are displayed on the Website in euros including all taxes (TTC).
The TTC prices include VAT at the applicable rate on the date of the order. Any change in the VAT rate may impact the Service prices accordingly.
NIWAKI SERVICES reserves the right to modify its prices at any time. The applicable price is the one in effect at the time of the Client’s order.
The displayed price excludes any additional fees not explicitly mentioned in the order confirmation.
3.2 Payment
Baggage check-in and/or delivery Services are payable at the time of the order.
Forgotten baggage search Services are payable upon reconciliation, via a payment link sent by NIWAKI SERVICES.
Payment is made by credit card exclusively through a secure payment interface. Accepted card types are listed on the Website and may change.
Payments are only considered final once the amounts due are successfully received by NIWAKI SERVICES.
In case of late or failed payment, NIWAKI SERVICES reserves the right to:
– Cancel the reservation,
– Immediately suspend ongoing Services until full payment is received,
– For professional Clients: charge late payment interest equal to 3 times the legal interest rate, calculated on outstanding sums, along with a €40 fixed recovery fee, and additional compensation if actual recovery costs exceed this amount.
ARTICLE 4 – CLIENT OBLIGATIONS AND LIABILITY
4.1 Providing Information
The Client guarantees that all information submitted in the reservation form is accurate and agrees to keep it up to date.
This information serves as proof of the Client’s identity.
For the forgotten baggage service, the Client agrees to cooperate by providing any requested information necessary for locating and returning their baggage.
During check-in and baggage pick-up, the Client must present all travel documents as required by the airline (passport, ID card, ticket, etc.).
The Client must show a photo ID to the agent during baggage collection and sign a collection slip indicating the date, time, delivery address, and number of bags.
If an account is created, the Client is responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of their login credentials.
The Client is liable for all actions performed through their account. Any suspected security breach must be reported to NIWAKI SERVICES immediately at customercare@dirby.fr.
The Client must log out after each session, particularly when using shared or public computers.
The Client guarantees that their account content complies with applicable laws and third-party rights. NIWAKI SERVICES reserves the right to take action if violations occur, including account termination.
The Client is fully responsible for all actions taken on the Website and Application.
ARTICLE 5 – NIWAKI SERVICES’ OBLIGATIONS AND LIABILITY
5.1 Access to the Website and Application
NIWAKI SERVICES commits to employing appropriate human and technical resources to ensure access continuity to its Services. This constitutes a best-effort obligation.
NIWAKI SERVICES shall not be held liable for temporary difficulties or interruptions in accessing the Services, arising from external causes such as:
– issues with the Client’s own servers or network,
– disruptions caused by telecom or internet service providers,
– misconfigurations on the Client’s part,
– or any event of force majeure.
In case of malfunctions, NIWAKI SERVICES will make every effort to restore normal service, although uninterrupted service access cannot be guaranteed.
The Website and Application are not covered by a specific service level agreement. NIWAKI SERVICES may suspend access temporarily for maintenance or technical reasons, without compensation.
NIWAKI SERVICES cannot be held responsible for any damages resulting from non-compliance by the Client or improper use of the Website or Application.
5.2 Regarding the Services
5.2.1 Baggage Check-in and Delivery Service
NIWAKI SERVICES implements all necessary measures to ensure optimal service delivery, including subcontracting when needed.
The company is responsible for returning the baggage in the same condition it was received, except for normal wear (scratches, scuffs, etc.) that do not impair usability.
Photos taken at pick-up and drop-off may serve as evidence.
NIWAKI SERVICES is responsible for baggage transport from pick-up to handover at the airport’s infrastructure. It is not liable for damage or loss occurring outside this scope.
Similarly, for deliveries from the airport to the Client’s address, NIWAKI SERVICES is only responsible during the transport window.
5.2.2 Forgotten Baggage Search and Delivery Service
NIWAKI SERVICES will make its best efforts to locate the forgotten item. This is a best-effort obligation, not a guarantee of results.
If the item is not found within thirty (30) days from the order, the contract will be automatically terminated with no further obligations for either party.
5.2.3 NIWAKI SERVICES cannot be held liable for damages resulting from:
– actions or omissions by the Client,
– unforeseeable or unavoidable third-party actions,
– or cases of force majeure.
It is not liable for damages caused by defects inherent in the baggage itself.
If baggage contents cause harm to a third party or NIWAKI SERVICES, the Client shall indemnify the company for all resulting losses and expenses.
NIWAKI SERVICES is not responsible for pre-existing damage or normal wear (e.g., minor scratches, torn fabric, broken zippers from overpacking).
Photos taken at collection and delivery may be used as proof.
5.2.4 For professional Clients, NIWAKI SERVICES shall not be liable for indirect or intangible damages (e.g., loss of image, opportunity, revenue, clients, or data).
In such cases, the Client waives any recourse and must ensure that their own insurers extend this waiver to NIWAKI SERVICES.
NIWAKI SERVICES’ liability is strictly limited to €150 per bag for damage, loss, or delay related to baggage.
For other damages (e.g., delivery delay), compensation is limited to the amount of the affected service.
ARTICLE 6 – FORCE MAJEURE
NIWAKI SERVICES is not liable for partial or total non-performance of Services caused by force majeure events.
For professional Clients, force majeure includes (non-exhaustively): war, civil unrest, terrorism, embargo, legal orders, natural disasters, epidemics, prolonged transport or IT outages, strikes, cyberattacks.
ARTICLE 7 – TERM – TERMINATION – UNDELIVERED BAGGAGE
7.1 Duration
The contract duration matches the execution period of the ordered Service.
7.2 Termination for Breach
In case of repeated or serious breach of contract, and if unresolved within fifteen (15) days following formal notice, either party may terminate the contract without compensation.
NIWAKI SERVICES may suspend or cancel the Client’s access to the Services in case of material breach, without refund, and may seek damages.
Material breaches include:
– failure to pay,
– providing false or incomplete information,
– violating safety rules or engaging in illegal activities.
Termination occurs automatically without need for legal action.
7.3 Baggage Undelivered Due to Client’s Fault
7.3.1 Check-in/Delivery Service
If delivery fails due to the Client, the baggage will be handed over to the airline, and NIWAKI SERVICES is released from any further obligation.
7.3.2 Forgotten Baggage Service
If the Client fails to complete payment or accept delivery within 30 days of reconciliation, the baggage will be returned to the airline, ending NIWAKI SERVICES’ responsibility.
ARTICLE 8 – PRE-CONTRACTUAL INFORMATION
The Client acknowledges having received, in a clear and understandable manner before placing an order, these Terms and all required pre-contractual information in accordance with Articles L111-1 to L111-7 of the French Consumer Code, including:
– the essential characteristics of the Services;
– the total price including all taxes and additional fees;
– the delivery time or date where applicable;
– the identity and contact information of the service provider;
– details on legal and contractual guarantees;
– functionalities and interoperability of digital content, if applicable;
– the right to mediation in case of a dispute;
– and the absence of a right of withdrawal.
ARTICLE 9 – INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY
The Website and Application, trademarks (including ‘DIRBY’), and related Services are protected by intellectual property rights owned by NIWAKI SERVICES or its partners.
Any reproduction, representation, extraction, or reuse, in whole or in part, by any means without prior written authorization from NIWAKI SERVICES is strictly prohibited.
Unauthorized use may result in civil and/or criminal liability.
ARTICLE 10 – CONFIDENTIALITY AND PERSONAL DATA PROTECTION
10.1 NIWAKI SERVICES ensures the confidentiality of personal data in accordance with legal and regulatory obligations.
10.2 Data processing terms are detailed in the company’s privacy policy available online.
10.3 NIWAKI SERVICES does not have access to user passwords or bank card details.
10.4 All payments are encrypted for security.
ARTICLE 11 – GOVERNING LAW AND JURISDICTION
11.1 These Terms are governed by French law.
11.2 For professional Clients, any disputes are subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the Paris Commercial Court.
11.3 For consumer Clients, jurisdiction lies with the court of the Client’s residence or any competent French court under procedural law.
11.4 In case of a dispute, electronic data from the Website and Application will serve as valid and binding evidence.
ARTICLE 12 – MEDIATION
If a consumer Client is unable to resolve a dispute amicably, they may contact the designated consumer mediation body: Paris Commercial Court.
Clients may also use the EU’s Online Dispute Resolution platform for out-of-court solutions.
ARTICLE 13 – SEVERABILITY
13.1 If any clause of these Terms is declared null, the remaining clauses shall remain valid and enforceable.
13.2 The fact that NIWAKI SERVICES does not invoke a clause at a given time does not constitute a waiver to invoke it later.
ARTICLE 14 – LEGAL NOTICE
14.1 This Website is published by NIWAKI SERVICES, a simplified joint-stock company with capital of €1000, registered with the Paris Trade and Companies Register under number 853 413 359, headquartered at 30 rue Beaubourg, 75003 PARIS.
VAT number: FR70853413359
Email: customercare@dirby.aero
14.2 Hosting is provided by Nimu, 18 rue du docteur Arnaudet, 92190 Meudon
VAT number: FR77922465398
Email: admin@nimu.fr
14.3 For account deletion or any other request, please contact:
By post: NIWAKI SERVICES – 30 rue Beaubourg – 75003 PARIS
By email: customercare@dirby.aero
GDPR Policy Regarding Dirby Services
Protection of Your Personal Data
The services offered on the Website and the Application are provided by NIWAKI SERVICES, a simplified joint-stock company (SAS) with capital of €1,000, registered with the Paris Trade and Companies Register under number 853 413 359, whose registered office is located at 30 rue Beaubourg, 75003 PARIS.
NIWAKI SERVICES respects the privacy of its users. A set of personal data relating to users of the website dirby.aero and its subdomains is processed by NIWAKI SERVICES (hereinafter “Personal Data” or “your Data”).
In the course of providing its services—particularly those accessible via the Website and Application—NIWAKI SERVICES, acting as the data controller, may collect and process personal data about you.
NIWAKI SERVICES is committed to upholding the principles of data privacy and complies with applicable regulations, including the amended French Data Protection Act of January 6, 1978 and Regulation (EU) 2016/679 (the General Data Protection Regulation, or GDPR).
This document outlines the nature and purpose of the Personal Data collected.
NIWAKI SERVICES contractually requires the same level of personal data protection from its subcontractors (service providers, suppliers, etc.).
NIWAKI SERVICES further undertakes to respect all other applicable principles under data protection law, especially concerning data subject rights, data retention periods, and cross-border data transfers.
Collection of Your Data
You can browse the Site without having to register. However, to access all dirby.fr services, such as reporting lost or found items, baggage delivery, and matchmaking services, you must register using the online form and provide NIWAKI SERVICES with certain required or optional information. Mandatory fields are marked in the forms.
NIWAKI SERVICES also collects and processes personal data to deliver the purchased Services, including managing bookings, executing the Services, and handling corresponding payments. This processing is based on the execution of a contract (T&Cs).
Additionally, NIWAKI SERVICES processes your data for commercial prospecting. You may opt to receive promotional emails, SMS, and notifications. You can opt out at any time by contacting customer service. This processing is based on your consent.
NIWAKI SERVICES ensures that only data strictly necessary for the purposes of processing is collected, including:
– Identification and contact data: title, first and last name, email address, birth date, national ID or passport, postal address, phone number;
– Travel data: destination, boarding pass, PNR (Passenger Name Record), baggage;
– Purchase data: type of service, quantity, purchase date, amount, delivery confirmation;
– Payment data: your card details (number, expiration date, CVV) are processed directly by our payment provider and are not stored on our systems;
– Technical data: based on your browser and cookie preferences, we may automatically collect:
• Connection data (e.g., logs, IP address);
• Browsing data (e.g., IP address, visited pages, timestamps, browser, OS).
Data Recipients
Access to your data is strictly limited to:
– specific employees of our company;
– service providers: subcontractors, hosting providers, payment service providers, invoicing and accounting tools, customer data platforms, cookie managers;
– where necessary, public and private organizations to comply with legal obligations.
Data Retention Periods
Personal data related to orders and contract execution is retained for six (6) months after the end of the business relationship.
Transaction data (excluding bank details) is archived for five (5) years for evidentiary purposes.
Billing data is archived for ten (10) years in accordance with legal requirements.
Connection data is retained for six (6) months.
Prospecting and loyalty data is kept for three (3) years from the last contact or until consent is withdrawn.
Analytical data is stored for thirteen (13) months from the date cookies are placed.
Your Rights
– Right to Object: You may object to the processing of your data, particularly for marketing purposes, by contacting customercare@dirby.aero or writing to NIWAKI SERVICES, 30 rue Beaubourg, 75003 PARIS.
– Right of Access, Rectification, and Deletion: You may access, rectify, or delete your personal data through your user account or by contacting us. We may ask for identification before processing such requests. Note that backups may retain residual copies.
– Right to Data Portability: You may download your personal data directly from your account using your login credentials.
– Right to Lodge a Complaint: Under Article 77 of the GDPR, if you believe your rights have been violated, you may file a complaint with the CNIL (French data protection authority).
Data Transfers and Disclosure
NIWAKI SERVICES will never sell or transfer your personal information without your explicit consent.
Transfers outside the EU: Some data recipients may be located outside the EU and may access data like your name or passport number to fulfill contractual obligations or under legal requirements. NIWAKI SERVICES ensures your data is protected by using EU-standard contractual clauses or other GDPR-compliant mechanisms.
We may disclose your data to courts or third parties when legally required or to defend our rights.
We may also share anonymized data (stripped of identifiers) for market research or business purposes.
Dirby Users
Sending unsolicited messages from one user to another is strictly prohibited.
Passwords and Security
Any action performed using your email and password is your sole responsibility. Do not share your credentials. If you receive suspicious emails requesting passwords or card numbers, do not respond. Change your password immediately if compromised. Although NIWAKI SERVICES implements measures to protect data, no system is risk-free.
Notification and Modification
We reserve the right to modify this GDPR policy in response to regulatory or operational changes. Any changes will take effect once published and notified via your personal account.
Cookies
NIWAKI SERVICES uses cookies on certain pages to improve navigation (e.g., remembering your login). These small temporary files are generally stored for one session. You may block cookies via your browser, though this may limit access to services.
Under Article 32.II of the French Data Protection Act, your consent is not required for cookies strictly necessary to provide a service explicitly requested by the user.
Data Controller
The data controller is NIWAKI SERVICES, SAS with capital of €1,000, registered in Paris under number 85341335900011, with its headquarters at 30 rue Beaubourg, 75003 PARIS.
For any questions or requests about your data, contact: customercare@dirby.aero