About This Template
This End-User License Agreement (EULA) template is designed for software developers and SaaS providers who need to define the terms under which users may access and use their products. It covers licensing scope, usage restrictions, intellectual property, and liability provisions.
Disclaimer: This template is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Consult a qualified attorney to ensure your EULA meets all applicable legal requirements.
Template Sections
Section 1: License Grant
Define the scope of the license granted to the end user.
Suggested text:
[Your Company Name] ("Licensor") grants you ("Licensee") a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to use the software application and associated documentation (the "Software") in accordance with the terms of this End-User License Agreement ("Agreement"). This license permits you to install and use the Software on devices owned or controlled by you, solely for your personal or internal business purposes. This Agreement is effective from the date you first download, install, or use the Software.
License scope includes:
- Installation on the number of devices specified by your subscription tier
- Access to all features included in your current plan
- Use of the Software for lawful personal or internal business purposes
- Access to updates and patches released during your subscription period
Section 2: Restrictions
Clearly state what the user is not permitted to do with the software.
Suggested text:
You shall not, directly or indirectly, and shall not permit any third party to: (a) copy, modify, or create derivative works based on the Software; (b) reverse engineer, disassemble, decompile, or otherwise attempt to derive the source code of the Software; (c) sublicense, sell, resell, transfer, assign, or distribute the Software; (d) use the Software to develop a competing product or service; (e) remove or alter any proprietary notices, labels, or marks on the Software.
Additional restrictions:
- The Software may not be used in violation of any applicable law or regulation
- Automated access or use of the Software beyond normal usage patterns is prohibited
- Sharing account credentials with unauthorized users is strictly forbidden
- Use of the Software to process data in violation of privacy laws is prohibited
Section 3: Intellectual Property
Establish ownership rights over the software and its components.
Suggested text:
The Software and all copies thereof are proprietary to [Your Company Name] and title thereto remains in [Your Company Name]. All rights in the Software not specifically granted in this Agreement are reserved to [Your Company Name]. The Software is protected by copyright laws and international treaty provisions. You acknowledge that the Software contains valuable trade secrets and confidential information belonging to [Your Company Name].
Section 4: Warranty Disclaimer
Limit warranties provided with the software.
Suggested text:
THE SOFTWARE IS PROVIDED "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, AND NON-INFRINGEMENT. [YOUR COMPANY NAME] DOES NOT WARRANT THAT THE SOFTWARE WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED, ERROR-FREE, OR FREE OF HARMFUL COMPONENTS. YOU ASSUME ALL RESPONSIBILITY AND RISK FOR YOUR USE OF THE SOFTWARE.
Section 5: Limitation of Liability
Cap the company's potential financial exposure.
Suggested text:
TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, IN NO EVENT SHALL [YOUR COMPANY NAME] OR ITS SUPPLIERS BE LIABLE FOR ANY SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, INDIRECT, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES WHATSOEVER, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO DAMAGES FOR LOSS OF PROFITS, LOSS OF DATA, BUSINESS INTERRUPTION, OR ANY OTHER COMMERCIAL DAMAGES OR LOSSES. IN ANY CASE, [YOUR COMPANY NAME]'S ENTIRE LIABILITY UNDER THIS AGREEMENT SHALL NOT EXCEED THE AMOUNT ACTUALLY PAID BY YOU FOR THE SOFTWARE IN THE TWELVE (12) MONTHS PRECEDING THE CLAIM.
Section 6: Termination
Define how and when the license may be terminated.
Suggested text:
This Agreement is effective until terminated. Your rights under this Agreement will terminate automatically without notice if you fail to comply with any of its terms. Upon termination, you must cease all use of the Software and destroy all copies, full or partial, of the Software. [Your Company Name] may also terminate this Agreement at any time by providing written notice. Sections regarding intellectual property, warranty disclaimer, limitation of liability, and governing law shall survive termination.
Section 7: Updates and Modifications
Explain how software updates and agreement changes are handled.
Suggested text:
[Your Company Name] may from time to time develop patches, bug fixes, updates, and other modifications to the Software ("Updates"). These Updates may be automatically installed without providing additional notice or requiring additional consent. You consent to such automatic Updates. If you do not want Updates, your sole remedy is to terminate this Agreement and cease using the Software. [Your Company Name] reserves the right to modify this Agreement at any time, with changes becoming effective upon posting or notification.
Section 8: Contact Information
Provide contact details for license-related inquiries.
If you have any questions about this End-User License Agreement, please contact us at: [legal@yourcompany.com] or write to [Your Company Address].
How to Use This Template
- Download the template using the link above
- Replace all placeholder text (indicated by square brackets) with your company's specific information
- Review each section with your legal counsel to ensure compliance with software licensing laws
- Present the EULA to users during software installation or first-time account setup
- Review and update the agreement whenever you release major software changes or new features