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Open Source EULA for Germany

Open Source EULA Template for Germany

This document is a End User License Agreement (EULA) specifically designed for open source software under German law. It establishes the terms and conditions for the use, modification, and distribution of open source software while ensuring compliance with German legal requirements, including the German Civil Code (BGB), Copyright Act (UrhG), and data protection regulations. The agreement balances open source principles with German consumer protection laws and standard business terms requirements, providing a legally sound framework for both commercial and non-commercial software distribution.

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What is a Open Source EULA?

This Open Source EULA is designed for use when distributing open source software in Germany or to German users. It combines standard open source licensing principles with mandatory requirements under German law, including consumer protection provisions and standard business terms regulations (AGB-Recht). The document should be used when releasing software under an open source license while ensuring compliance with German legal requirements. It includes specific provisions for warranty disclaimers and liability limitations that are compliant with German law, data protection considerations, and clear terms for modification and redistribution rights. This template is particularly important for organizations releasing open source software in the German market or German organizations releasing open source software globally.

What sections should be included in a Open Source EULA?

1. Parties: Identification of the licensor and specification of eligible licensees

2. Background: Context of the software, its purpose, and open source nature

3. Definitions: Key terms including Software, License, Derivative Works, Contribution, etc.

4. Grant of Rights: Scope of license, permitted uses, and reference to open source license terms

5. License Conditions: Conditions for use, modification, and distribution of the software

6. Intellectual Property Rights: Statement of ownership and intellectual property rights

7. Distribution Rights: Terms governing redistribution of the software

8. Modifications and Derivatives: Rules for creating and distributing modified versions

9. Warranty Disclaimer: Limited warranty terms compliant with German law

10. Limitation of Liability: Liability limitations within German legal requirements

11. Term and Termination: Duration of agreement and termination conditions

12. Governing Law and Jurisdiction: Specification of German law application and jurisdiction

What sections are optional to include in a Open Source EULA?

1. Data Protection: Required if software processes personal data, addressing GDPR compliance

2. Commercial Terms: Include if offering commercial support or additional services

3. Contribution Terms: Include if accepting community contributions to the software

4. Export Compliance: Include if software may be subject to export restrictions

5. Third Party Components: Include if software incorporates third-party components

6. Support and Updates: Include if providing maintenance or update services

What schedules should be included in a Open Source EULA?

1. Open Source License Text: Full text of the applicable open source license

2. Third Party Licenses: List and text of third-party component licenses

3. Technical Requirements: Minimum system requirements and technical specifications

4. Data Processing Terms: Detailed GDPR compliance terms if applicable

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

Jurisdiction

Germany

Publisher

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Document Type

License Agreement

Sector

IP

Cost

Free to use
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Relevant Industries

Technology

Software Development

Financial Services

Healthcare

Manufacturing

Education

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Research & Development

Public Sector

Media & Entertainment

Professional Services

Relevant Teams

Legal

Software Development

Compliance

Information Technology

Risk Management

Product Management

Information Security

Open Source Program Office

Research & Development

Corporate Affairs

Relevant Roles

Legal Counsel

Software Developer

Chief Technology Officer

Compliance Officer

Intellectual Property Manager

Open Source Program Manager

Software Architect

Product Manager

Risk Manager

Data Protection Officer

IT Director

Software License Manager

Chief Legal Officer

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