End User License Agreement (EULA)

An End User License Agreement (EULA) is a legal contract between a software developer or vendor and an end user that governs the use, distribution, and reproduction of a software application or product. The EULA typically grants the end user a non-exclusive, non-transferable license to use the software for a specific purpose or duration, subject to certain terms and conditions. These terms may include restrictions on copying, modifying, or reverse-engineering the software, limitations on liability and warranties, and provisions for termination or revocation of the license in case of breach. The purpose of a EULA is to protect the intellectual property rights of the software developer, and to ensure that the end user complies with the intended use and distribution of the software. EULAs are often presented as clickwrap or shrinkwrap agreements that the end user must accept before installing or using the software, and may be enforced through technical measures such as product activation keys or online authentication. EULAs are an important tool for software licensing and compliance, but may also raise concerns about fairness, transparency, and consumer rights, especially in the context of mass-market or consumer software.