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Free Software License Agreement Template

Free Software License Agreement template. Define software usage rights, restrictions, and support terms. Pro-grade boilerplate vetted by certified domain experts. Use it as a raw document, or automate it in Glomiq to eliminate manual copy-pasting.

Verified Compliance Document
Vetted by: Ashay Shah
GLOMIQ DRAFT
SOFTWARE LICENSE AGREEMENT
This Software License Agreement ("Agreement") is effective [DATE] between [SOFTWARE_COMPANY_NAME] ("Licensor") and [LICENSEE_NAME] ("Licensee").
1. License Grant. Licensor grants Licensee a non-exclusive, non-transferable license to use the software product known as "[SOFTWARE_NAME]" (the "Software") solely for Licensee's internal business purposes.
2. License Restrictions. Licensee shall not:
- Reverse engineer, decompile, or attempt to derive the source code of the Software
- Copy, modify, or create derivative works of the Software
- Rent, lease, sell, or distribute the Software to third parties
- Use the Software for [PROHIBITED_USES]
3. Number of Users. This license permits use by [NUMBER_OF_USERS] named users. Additional user licenses may be purchased at [PRICE_PER_LICENSE].
4. Term and Renewal. The initial license term shall be [TERM_LENGTH]. This license shall automatically renew for successive [RENEWAL_PERIOD] terms unless either party provides written notice of non-renewal at least [NOTICE_PERIOD_DAYS] days before expiration.
5. Support and Updates. Licensor shall provide [SUPPORT_LEVEL] support to Licensee at no additional cost. Updates and patches shall be provided [FREQUENCY]. Major version upgrades may require additional fees.
6. Fees and Payment. Licensee shall pay the license fee of [LICENSE_FEE] annually/monthly, due [PAYMENT_TERMS_DAYS] days from invoice. Failure to pay may result in suspension of the license.
7. Intellectual Property. All intellectual property rights in the Software remain the exclusive property of Licensor. Licensee acquires no rights other than the license expressly granted herein.
8. Limitation of Liability. IN NO EVENT SHALL LICENSOR BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR SPECIAL DAMAGES ARISING FROM THE USE OF OR INABILITY TO USE THE SOFTWARE.
9. Termination. Licensor may terminate this license immediately if Licensee breaches any material term of this Agreement.
[SOFTWARE_COMPANY_NAME]
By: ______________________
[LICENSEE_NAME]
By: ______________________

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Expert Drafting Guide & Clause Commentary

Compiled by Ashay Shah. Critical checkpoints before finalizing this document.

1Standard Terms and Definitions▼
Clause Context:

Defines the main terms used throughout the document.

Negotiating Tip:

Ensure definitions are consistently used across all sections to avoid conflicting interpretations.

2Governing Law and Jurisdiction▼
Clause Context:

Determines which courts will settle disputes.

Negotiating Tip:

Set the governing law to your local jurisdiction to minimize travel and legal overhead in the event of a dispute.

Compliance Watchouts

  • Review all placeholders carefully before signing.
  • Consult a professional advisor if editing core clauses.
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Ashay Shah (Founder, Glomiq)

Ashay is the founder of Glomiq. He is passionate about reducing administrative overhead for Indian professionals. Prior to Glomiq, Ashay spent 6 years leading engineering and product teams building automated document infrastructure and SaaS systems.

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