Computer Fraud and Abuse Act (CFAA): Federal law that prohibits unauthorized access to computers and networks, crucial for defining acceptable use terms in the license agreement
Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA): Copyright law addressing digital content protection and copyright infringement liability, essential for software licensing
Electronic Communications Privacy Act (ECPA): Regulates the interception of electronic communications, relevant for any data collection or monitoring features
Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA): Governs collection of data from children under 13, must be addressed if the software might be used by minors
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): Requires consideration of accessibility requirements in software design and usage
California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA): Comprehensive privacy law affecting California residents, requires specific disclosures about data collection and usage
Federal Trade Commission Act: Prohibits unfair or deceptive practices, affecting how terms and conditions must be disclosed
Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act: Federal law governing consumer product warranties, relevant if the license includes warranty terms
Uniform Commercial Code (UCC): State-adopted uniform law governing commercial transactions, including software licensing
E-SIGN Act: Provides legal recognition for electronic signatures and records, crucial for online agreement acceptance
UETA: Uniform Electronic Transactions Act, provides legal framework for electronic contracts and signatures
HIPAA: Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act, must be considered if software handles medical data
Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act: Regulates handling of financial data, relevant if software processes financial information
Clickwrap/Browsewrap Case Law: Court decisions establishing requirements for enforceable online agreements
State Privacy Laws: Various state-specific privacy regulations (Virginia, Colorado, etc.) affecting data handling requirements
