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Software License Agreement
THIS SOFTWARE LICENSE AGREEMENT (the "Agreement") dated this ________ day of ________________, ________ (the "Execution Date")
BETWEEN:
_________________________ of _________________________(the "Vendor")
OF THE FIRST PART
- AND -
_________________________ of _________________________(the "Licensee")
OF THE SECOND PART
BACKGROUND:
The Vendor wishes to license computer software to the Licensee and the Licensee desires to purchase the software license under the terms and conditions stated below.
IN CONSIDERATION OF the provisions contained in this Agreement and for other good and valuable consideration, the receipt and sufficiency of which is acknowledged, the parties agree as follows:
IN WITNESS WHEREOF the parties have duly affixed their signatures under hand and seal on this ________ day of ________________, ________.
_____________________________________________________(Vendor)
_____________________________________________________(Licensee)
Last Updated December 20, 2024
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An End-User License Agreement (EULA), also known as a Software License Agreement, is a contract that allows a user to buy the rights to use a computer program, software, or application.
It doesn’t transfer ownership but instead permits the use of the program according to set terms and conditions. This way, an EULA can protect the interests of the software owner, helping them maintain ownership and control over the program and its distribution.
An EULA is often seen as a pop-up when downloading a program or installing an update on your computer. Software programs bought through a retailer or mail order usually come with a physical copy of the license agreement.
The parties of an EULA are:
An End-User License Agreement legally protects the owners’ intellectual property rights by setting terms for the use of the product. An EULA provides guidelines for the use of the software, limiting users’ ability to copy, modify, and redistribute the program.
An EULA will also restrict users from reverse engineering the product, which helps the owner maintain copyright, preventing and protecting from copyright infringement.
EULAs are unique because they are contracts that can cross borders and be enforceable in other areas. Laws vary by jurisdiction, so vendors should consider how different jurisdictions uphold software license agreements.
LawDepot’s End-User License Agreement template contains a customizable term for governing law. By signing the EULA, users agree to abide by the law and court rulings of the jurisdiction that governs the agreement. This means that by choosing the state where your company is located, you can decide which state law will govern the agreement and the user.
Use an End-User License Agreement to protect your interests when selling or distributing software, computer programs, or applications.
An EULA can help you to:
To write an End-User License Agreement, you will need to include the following:
Include information about the vendor, such as their name and address. In most cases, information about the licensee is not included unless the EULA is physical and accepted upon execution rather than delivery. This could happen if the licensee is a large organization and buys several licenses at once.
Describe when the license takes effect and the length of the license term. The license can be perpetual, meaning it never expires, or it can have a set end date, such as a year from acceptance. You will need to specify when the agreement is accepted. This can be:
Provide details about the product and its use, such as:
In addition to the terms previously mentioned, LawDepot’s End-User License Agreement template also addresses the following:
Sometimes, there are other terms you need to address. You can add additional clauses specific to your product if needed. For example, a vendor might want to add restrictions on the user when selling a product for content creation. The vendor can reserve the right to moderate content that meets certain criteria. In this case, the clause can begin with, “A non-exhaustive list of content that may be rejected by the Software Publisher includes…”
To create your own clauses for an End-User License Agreement, follow these guidelines:
If you’re unsure how to address a particular use for your End-User License Agreement, contact a local attorney to request advice.
An End-User License Agreement can be enforced in court if it meets the criteria for a legally binding contract.
If a vendor discovers that a user has violated the agreement, they can send a Cease and Desist Letter to request the behavior stop. In the event of a lawsuit, a copy of a signed or accepted EULA can prove the user’s agreement to abide by the software’s terms and conditions.
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