Legal Notice (Imprint)
Last updated: 16 June 2026Information pursuant to § 5 of the German Digital Services Act (DDG) / § 5 TMG.
Provider
Andreas Burkhardt, trading as The Silence Institute
Marienplatz 8
86165 Augsburg
Germany
Phone: +49 156 79725136
Email: info@mail.thesilenceinstitute.com
Website: www.thesilenceinstitute.com
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VAT identification number pursuant to § 27a of the German Value Added Tax Act (Umsatzsteuergesetz): DE364041169
Responsible for Content
Responsible for the content of this website pursuant to § 18 (2) MStV: Andreas Burkhardt, address as above.
Legal & Medical Disclaimer
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1. No Medical Advice (Medical Disclaimer)
The information, products, and services provided on this website (including "The Silence Switch") are for educational and informational purposes only. They do not constitute medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment, and are not a substitute for professional medical care from a qualified healthcare provider, ENT specialist, or therapist. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay seeking it because of something you have read on this website or heard in our programs. Always consult with a qualified healthcare professional before beginning any new breathing techniques, physical exercises, or audio therapies, especially if you have pre-existing health conditions.
2. FDA & Health Authority Disclaimer (No Medical Claims)
These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA), the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA), or any other national health authority. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease, including tinnitus. Any use of the words "cure," "heal," or "silence" refers to individual, subjective experiences and does not constitute a guaranteed medical outcome.
3. Individual Results (FTC Disclosure)
Any experiences or outcomes described on this website are individual and do not guarantee that anyone else will achieve the same or similar results. Your personal results may vary significantly based on numerous factors, including your specific type of tinnitus, the duration of your condition, your individual physiology, and your level of commitment to following the program. We make no guarantees concerning the level of success you may experience.
4. Scientific References & Endorsements
References to scientific studies or universities (such as the University of Michigan, UCSF, Harvard, or the University of Erlangen) are provided solely for informational purposes to illustrate the theoretical mechanisms behind our approach (e.g., neuroplasticity, the jaw-hearing junction in the brainstem, and vagus nerve stimulation through paced breathing). These institutions are not affiliated with The Silence Institute, have not tested or endorsed this specific product, and do not sponsor our company.
5. Assumption of Risk & Limitation of Liability
Your use of "The Silence Switch System" is entirely at your own risk. The authors, publishers, and The Silence Institute assume no responsibility or liability for any direct, indirect, or incidental damages, injuries, or subjective worsening of symptoms resulting from the application of the information, physical movements, or audio tracks provided. If you experience pain, discomfort, or a prolonged increase in tinnitus volume while using the program, stop immediately and consult a medical professional.