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The End User License Agreement (EULA) is essential for any software distribution in Germany, whether for commercial, consumer, or specialized applications. This document serves as the primary legal framework governing the relationship between software providers and users, ensuring compliance with German civil law, particularly §§ 305-310 BGB regarding standard business terms, and relevant EU regulations including GDPR. The EULA should be used whenever software is being distributed to end users in Germany, whether through direct sales, downloads, or pre-installed applications. It includes crucial provisions on installation, usage rights, restrictions, warranties, liability limitations, data protection, and termination rights, all tailored to meet strict German legal requirements for consumer protection and contract transparency.

1. Parties: Identification of the licensor (software provider) and the scope of potential licensees (end users)

2. Background: Brief context about the software and purpose of the agreement

3. Definitions: Clear definitions of key terms used throughout the agreement, including 'Software', 'License', 'Updates', etc.

4. License Grant: Specific terms of the license, including scope, territory, and whether it's perpetual or term-limited

5. License Restrictions: Clear limitations on how the software may be used, including prohibitions on reverse engineering, sublicensing, etc.

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

7. User Obligations: End user's responsibilities regarding software use, security, and compliance

8. Data Protection: GDPR-compliant provisions regarding any personal data processing

9. Warranty and Disclaimer: Warranties provided and limitations thereof, compliant with German law

10. Limitation of Liability: Limitations of liability in accordance with German law requirements

11. Term and Termination: Duration of the agreement and circumstances for termination

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

13. Severability: Standard clause on the validity of remaining provisions if others are found invalid