If you own or create software you have certain rights and responsibilities; a Software License Agreement can help you get everything in writing and protect yourself and your business. Whether your software is available for purchase in thousands of retail stores, or if you created a popular piece of freeware, you'll likely want to communicate your terms of use to your customers. Let people know about the warranties, licensing, and fair use of your program with a Software License Agreement.
As a software owner, you know your job doesn't end when the product is purchased or downloaded - having a Software License Agreement can help protect you, your product, and the consumer long down the road. You need to spell out what's okay, and what's not. What are your rules on unauthorized copying? Are there limits to the use of your software? What kind of warranty, if any, do you offer? It took a lot of time and effort to create your software, so don't leave it vulnerable. After all, you want to make sure it's used correctly and that your consumers enjoy a solid product. Having a Software License Agreement in place can help make it happen.
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