⚖️ Legal Notice
Last updated: March 15, 2026
1. Website operator
The website The Strap Forge (thestrapforge.com) is operated by:
Name: Thomas Gérard
Status: Independent contractor (sole proprietor, Belgium)
Business / VAT number: BE0793.269.364
VAT status: VAT exempt under Article 56bis of the Belgian VAT Code (small business franchise regime)
Activity start date: January 23, 2026
Address: Rue de la Tourette 3B, 1495 Villers-la-Ville, Belgium
Email: TheStrapForge.Contact@gmail.com
2. Hosting
This website is hosted by:
Shopify Inc.
151 O'Connor Street
Ottawa, Ontario K2P 2L8
Canada
www.shopify.com
3. Business activity
The Strap Forge designs and sells premium CNC-machined aluminum adapters and accessories for smartwatches (Amazfit Helio Strap, Helio Ring Core), along with compatible nylon bands.
Products are manufactured in small batches. All orders are shipped from a fulfillment warehouse (3PL) with tracking included on every shipment.
4. VAT status
Under Article 56bis of the Belgian VAT Code, The Strap Forge operates under the small business VAT exemption regime (franchise de taxe). As a result, no VAT is charged on products sold through this website. The following legal notice applies to all transactions: "Small business subject to the tax franchise regime. VAT not applicable."
5. Intellectual property
All content on the website The Strap Forge — including text, images, graphics, logos, designs, and product names — is the exclusive property of Thomas Gérard, unless otherwise stated.
Any reproduction, representation, modification, or exploitation, in whole or in part, without prior written authorization is strictly prohibited.
6. Personal data
The collection and processing of personal data are carried out in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).
Details regarding the collection, use, and protection of personal data can be found in our Privacy Policy.
7. Liability
The website operator shall not be held liable for:
— any interruptions or unavailability of the website
— errors or omissions in the information published
— any damages arising from the use of the website or products sold
Product photographs and visuals are provided for reference purposes only and are non-contractual. Product appearance may vary slightly due to small-batch manufacturing.
8. Governing law
This Legal Notice is governed by Belgian law.
In the event of a dispute, and failing an amicable resolution, the Belgian courts shall have jurisdiction.