Endnutzerlizenzvereinbarung

Endnutzerlizenzvereinbarung, often abbreviated as EULA, is a legal contract between the licensor, typically the software developer or publisher, and the end-user, who is acquiring the right to use the software. This agreement outlines the terms and conditions under which the user can install and employ the software. It does not grant ownership of the software, but rather a license to use it according to the specified restrictions.

Key provisions within an EULA commonly include the scope of use, such as whether the software can be installed on a single computer or multiple devices, and restrictions on copying, modifying, reverse-engineering, or distributing the software. It may also detail warranty disclaimers, limitations of liability for the licensor, and the duration of the license. Termination clauses, outlining circumstances under which the agreement can be ended, are also standard.

Users are typically required to accept the EULA before they can install or use the software. This acceptance is often manifested through a click-through process, where the user indicates agreement by clicking an "I Agree" or similar button. While often lengthy and written in legalistic language, the EULA serves as the governing document for the user's interaction with the software. It is crucial for users to review and understand the terms of an EULA before agreeing to it, as it legally binds them to its stipulations.