Terms of Use
The terms of use are a set of rules and guidelines that are set up to govern the use of a website by the visitors. It outlines the terms and conditions that regulate the activities of the visitors on the website, as well as the relationship between the visitors of the site and the owner of the site.
It is essential to define the terms of use according to the specific needs and nature of the website. For instance, a website that offers services to clients in a B2B startup environment requires different terms of use compared to a website that solely provides information.
The terms of use provide the website owner with the ability to protect themselves against potential legal liability.
In general, what should be included in the terms of use?
- Who can use the website and what are the requirements for creating an account (if applicable)
- Main commercial terms offered to clients
- Payment methods (credit/debit cards, PayPal, offline payments, etc.)
- Reservation of the right to modify offers
- Warranties and liability for services and products
- Intellectual property, copyrights, and logos
- Right to suspend or cancel an account or membership
- Indemnification
- Limitation of liability
- Right to change and modify the terms
- Preference of legislation and conflict resolution
- Contact information
You can refer to this help center article for more information on how to craft the terms of use section.
The explanations and information provided here are general explanations, information, and examples. This article should not be considered as legal advice or a recommendation on what you should actually do. It is recommended to seek legal advice to understand and craft your terms of use.