Licensing software products and applications with usage rights and restrictions.
SOFTWARE LICENSE AGREEMENT
This Software License Agreement is made on [DATE] between [LICENSOR NAME] ("Licensor") and [LICENSEE NAME] ("Licensee").
1. GRANT OF LICENSE
Licensor grants Licensee a [EXCLUSIVE/NON-EXCLUSIVE] license to use the software: [SOFTWARE NAME] version [VERSION NUMBER].
2. SCOPE OF USE
Licensee may install and use the software on [NUMBER] computers for [PERMITTED USES]. Commercial use requires separate agreement.
3. RESTRICTIONS
Licensee may not: (a) copy or distribute the software, (b) reverse engineer or decompile, (c) modify or create derivative works, (d) remove copyright notices.
4. LICENSE FEE
Licensee agrees to pay a license fee of $[AMOUNT] [ANNUALLY/ONE-TIME]. Payment terms: [PAYMENT SCHEDULE].
5. SUPPORT AND UPDATES
Licensor will provide [SUPPORT LEVEL] and software updates for [PERIOD]. Additional support available at extra cost.
6. TERMINATION
This license terminates automatically upon breach. Upon termination, Licensee must destroy all copies of the software.
LICENSOR: _________________ LICENSEE: _________________
[LICENSOR NAME] [LICENSEE NAME]
Date: ___________ Date: ___________
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A Software License Agreement is a legal contract that governs the use of software products, applications, and digital programs, defining user rights, restrictions, and licensing terms for commercial and personal software. Essential for software companies, developers, businesses, and individual users, this agreement establishes permitted uses, installation limits, redistribution restrictions, and support provisions. The document typically covers license grants, usage scope, prohibited activities, payment terms, updates, technical support, and termination conditions. Critical for software vendors who need to protect intellectual property while monetizing their products, and for users who require clear understanding of their rights and obligations when using licensed software, ensuring compliance with copyright laws and licensing requirements.