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What is Klarna?

Klarna is one of the leading payment providers in Europe and a licensed bank that is fundamentally changing the payment experience for buyers and sellers. The company, founded in Sweden in 2005, enables online shoppers to handle outstanding payments immediately, later or in installments quickly, easily and securely. Klarna works with more than 130,000 retailers such as Asos, Spotify, MediaMarkt and Deutsche Bahn and currently employs more than 2,500 people in 14 countries. In 2014 Klarna took over Sofort GmbH; In 2017, Billpay GmbH was acquired. The company's investors include; Sequoia Capital, Bestseller Group, Atomico, VISA and Permira. More information can be found atwww.klarna.ie

Is it safe to shop online with Klarna?

Definitely! Shopping online couldn't be more secure than with Klarna. In a store, you can always touch and check the goods you want to buy before paying for them. We believe that online shopping should be no different. That's why Klarna purchase on account gives you the opportunity to check your goods first and pay later.

Our goal is to make shopping easier and safer - smooth. That is why we take drastic measures to protect you as a buyer against fraud and unreliable online retailers. Whenever you see the Klarna logo in an online store, you can be sure that the store is trustworthy and meets our strict requirements.

Klarna is also certified by TÜV Saarland and Trusted Shops. Certificates give you as a consumer positive indications of the quality of the services and products. The associations registered under "the TÜV" are known worldwide and the certificates promote the highest international reputation. TÜV Saarland has concentrated on customer-oriented services outside the traditional official fields of activity. Every year, TÜV Saarland ensures that our business model is serious and that Klarna offers secure payment methods through a detailed investigation.

Klarna has been a “Trusted Shops Authorized Partner” since 2011 and as an “authorized partner”, Klarna's processes are perfectly adapted to the Trusted Shops quality criteria. The Trusted Shops quality criteria are based on national and European laws that are important for online shopping. They take into account the current judgments and requirements of consumer protection organizations or go even further. Read more about the Trusted Shops seal of approval here.

In addition, Klarna Buyer Protection protects you with every purchase from Klarna. This is an agreement between you and Klarna that allows you to shop online safely. To ensure that the Buyer Protection Directive applies, you as a consumer must make the purchase from an entrepreneur. Please note that the Buyer Protection Directive only applies to payments made with Sofort if it is expressly stated on the payment method selection page in the merchant's online store.

I have more questions about my payment. Can I speak to someone from Klarna?

Yes of course! You can chat with us in the app at any time or call us on 0221 669 501 10

If your birthday falls in August, you’re in the right place — we’re shining a well-deserved spotlight on the stunning green gemstone, peridot. Known for its vivid olive hues, peridot is one of the few gemstones that appears in just one colour, allowing it to stand out effortlessly among its more multicoloured counterparts.


History Of Peridot

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Although it may not be as well-known as ruby or emerald, peridot has a rich and fascinating history. The earliest known peridots were mined over 3,500 years ago by ancient Egyptians on the island of Zabargad in the Red Sea. According to legend, peridots were easier to mine at night due to their luminous green glow, which earned them the nickname “gem of the sun.”

Over the centuries, peridot has often been mistaken for emerald. In fact, historians believe that many of Cleopatra’s famous “emerald” jewels may have actually been peridots, which would tie in beautifully with the gem’s ancient Egyptian origins.

Where is peridot found?

peridot stone

Peridot is a unique gemstone formed in extreme conditions. It can be found in volcanic lava flows, deep within the Earth's mantle, and even in meteorites. Today, peridot is sourced from countries all around the world, including Vietnam, China, the USA, Tanzania, and more.

One of the most unique places associated with peridot is Mahana Beach in Hawaii. This rare green sand beach is rich in the mineral olivine — another name for peridot. Locals often call it the “Hawaiian Diamond” and sell small, teardrop-shaped peridots said to represent the hardened tears of Pele, the Hawaiian goddess of volcanoes.

The Meaning Behind Peridot

Peridot stone

Peridot carries a range of powerful meanings. Often associated with prosperity and good fortune — thanks to its resemblance to the colour of money — it’s considered a lucky stone for August-born individuals. Historically, physicians believed peridot had healing properties, promoting restful sleep, emotional balance, and mental clarity. Spiritually, it connects with the heart chakra, said to bring love, peace, and positive energy to its wearer.

Celebrate With Us

To celebrate the season of August, we’re offering you the chance to win a perfect peridot set, featuring a pair of earrings and a matching bracelet, in our birthstone giveaway! Head over to our Instagram to enter and be in with a chance to win — it’s the perfect way to embrace August’s radiant birthstone.

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