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Private Software License for United Arab Emirates

Private Software License Template for United Arab Emirates

A comprehensive legal agreement governed by UAE law that establishes the terms and conditions under which software is licensed from a provider to a private user or organization. This document addresses key aspects including usage rights, intellectual property protection, payment terms, and compliance with UAE federal laws, particularly Federal Law No. 7 of 2002 (UAE Copyright Law) and Federal Law No. 1 of 2006 (Electronic Commerce and Transactions Law). It sets out clear parameters for software deployment, maintenance, support, and dispute resolution within the UAE legal framework.

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What is a Private Software License?

This Private Software License agreement is designed for use in the United Arab Emirates when a software provider wishes to grant usage rights to their proprietary software while maintaining ownership and control. The document complies with UAE federal laws, including copyright and electronic transaction regulations, and is suitable for both B2B and B2C arrangements. It contains essential provisions for protecting intellectual property rights, defining usage parameters, establishing payment terms, and ensuring compliance with UAE data protection requirements. The agreement is particularly relevant in today's digital economy where software licensing forms a crucial part of business operations and technology deployment. It includes specific provisions required under UAE law for electronic contracts and digital rights management.

What sections should be included in a Private Software License?

1. Parties: Identification of licensor and licensee with full legal names and addresses

2. Background: Context of the agreement and brief description of the software being licensed

3. Definitions: Detailed definitions of technical terms, software components, and key concepts used in the agreement

4. Grant of License: Scope of the license, usage rights, and restrictions on use of the software

5. License Fees and Payment: Financial terms, payment schedule, and any recurring fees

6. Intellectual Property Rights: Assertion of ownership rights and protection of IP

7. Confidentiality: Protection of confidential information and trade secrets

8. Warranties and Representations: Software performance guarantees and compliance with UAE laws

9. Limitation of Liability: Limits on liability and exclusions under UAE law

10. Term and Termination: Duration of license and conditions for termination

11. Post-Termination Obligations: Actions required after agreement ends

12. Governing Law and Jurisdiction: Specification of UAE law and jurisdiction

13. General Provisions: Standard boilerplate clauses including notices, assignment, and entire agreement

What sections are optional to include in a Private Software License?

1. Professional Services: Terms for additional services like installation, training, or maintenance

2. Custom Development: Terms for any customization or modification of the software

3. Service Level Agreement: Performance metrics and support commitments

4. Data Protection: Compliance with UAE data protection laws if personal data is processed

5. Source Code Escrow: Terms for source code protection and release conditions

6. Export Control: Compliance with UAE export control regulations if applicable

7. Disaster Recovery: Business continuity and backup requirements

8. Third-Party Software: Terms relating to incorporated third-party software components

What schedules should be included in a Private Software License?

1. Schedule 1 - Software Description: Detailed technical specifications of the licensed software

2. Schedule 2 - License Fees: Detailed breakdown of all applicable fees and payment terms

3. Schedule 3 - Technical Requirements: Hardware and system requirements for software operation

4. Schedule 4 - Support Services: Details of maintenance and support services if included

5. Schedule 5 - Service Levels: Detailed performance metrics and response times if applicable

6. Appendix A - Authorized Users: List of authorized users or user categories

7. Appendix B - Acceptance Testing: Testing procedures and acceptance criteria

Authors

Alex Denne

Head of Growth (Open Source Law) @ Ƶ | 3 x UCL-Certified in Contract Law & Drafting | 4+ Years Managing 1M+ Legal Documents | Serial Founder & Legal AI Author

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Document Type

License Agreement

Cost

Free to use
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Relevant Industries

Information Technology

Software Development

Financial Services

Healthcare

Education

E-commerce

Manufacturing

Professional Services

Telecommunications

Government and Public Sector

Retail

Media and Entertainment

Relevant Teams

Legal

Information Technology

Procurement

Compliance

Information Security

Commercial Operations

Risk Management

Software Development

Vendor Management

Contract Management

Relevant Roles

Chief Technology Officer

Legal Counsel

IT Director

Software Licensing Manager

Procurement Manager

Contract Administrator

Information Security Officer

Compliance Officer

Commercial Director

Business Development Manager

Software Asset Manager

Legal Operations Manager

Chief Information Officer

Risk Manager

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