Free Software Contract Template
Software Contract
This Software Contract (the "Agreement") is entered into on [Date], by and between [Client's Name], with a principal place of business at [Client's Address] ("Client"), and [Developer's Name], with a principal place of business at [Developer's Address] ("Developer").
1. Scope of Work
1 Development, Delivery, and Installation of the Software
The company agrees to develop, deliver, and install the software as described in Exhibit A attached hereto (the "Software").
1.2 Client Cooperation and Support
Client agrees to provide Company with all necessary cooperation, support, and access to information to facilitate the timely completion of the Software.
2. Delivery
2.1 Delivery of Software by Company
Company shall use commercially reasonable efforts to deliver the Software to Client by the delivery date specified in Exhibit A.
2.2 Notification of Defects by Client
Client shall promptly notify Company of any defects or issues with the Software upon delivery.
3. License
3.1 Subject to the terms and conditions of this Contract:
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Grant of License: The company grants the Client a non-exclusive, non-transferable license to use the Software.
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Scope of Use: The Software can be used by the Client for its internal business purposes only.
3.2 Client obligations:
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Restrictions on Transfer: The client is prohibited from sublicensing, selling, distributing, or transferring the Software to any third party without obtaining prior written consent from the Company.
4. Payment
4.1 Payment Obligation
Client agrees to pay Company the fees specified in Exhibit A by the payment schedule set forth therein.
4.2 Payment Method
All payments shall be made in [currency] to the bank account specified by the Company.
5. Intellectual Property
5.1: Company's Ownership Rights
This subsection clearly states that the company maintains full ownership of the software and all associated intellectual property rights. This includes copyrights, trademarks, patents, and any other rights related to the software. The client does not gain ownership of the software itself but only a license to use it under the terms specified in the agreement.
5.2: Restrictions on Client's Usage
This subsection outlines the restrictions placed on the client regarding the use of the software. The client is explicitly prohibited from engaging in activities such as reverse engineering, decompiling, or disassembling the software. Additionally, the client is not allowed to remove or alter any copyright, trademark, or other proprietary rights notices present within the software.
6. Warranty
6.1 Warranty of Software Performance
The company represents and warrants that the Software will perform substantially by the specifications outlined in Exhibit A for a period of [warranty period] from the date of delivery.
6.2 Client's Remedy for Breach of Warranty
Client's sole and exclusive remedy for any breach of the foregoing warranty shall be the correction of any defect in the Software or, at the Company's option, refund of the fees paid for the defective Software.
7. Limitation of Liability
In no event shall either party be liable to the other party for any indirect, incidental, consequential, punitive, or special damages arising out of or in connection with this Contract.
8. Termination
Either party may terminate this Contract upon written notice if the other party materially breaches any provision of this Contract and fails to cure such breach within [number] days of receiving written notice thereof.
9. Governing Law
This Contract shall be governed by and construed by the laws of [State/Country].
10. Entire Agreement
This Contract constitutes the entire agreement between the parties concerning the subject matter hereof and supersedes all prior and contemporaneous agreements and understandings, whether oral or written.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have executed this Contract as of the date first above written.
[Client's Name]
Date: [Date Signed]
[Developer's Name]
Date: [Date Signed]
This template provides a basic framework for a software contract. Make sure to customize it to fit the specific needs and circumstances of your situation.
