Personal Software License Template for Austria

This Personal Software License is designed for software providers operating under Austrian jurisdiction who wish to license their software products to individual consumers for personal, non-commercial use. The document is particularly relevant in scenarios where software companies need to establish clear terms for personal software usage while ensuring compliance with Austrian consumer protection laws, the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), and relevant e-commerce regulations. It includes essential provisions for license scope, usage restrictions, user obligations, data protection, and warranty terms, tailored specifically for the Austrian legal framework. The agreement is structured to protect the intellectual property rights of the software provider while providing transparent and fair terms for individual end users, making it suitable for various types of software products intended for personal use, from mobile applications to desktop software.

1. Parties: Identification of the licensor (software provider) and licensee (end user), including full legal names and addresses

2. Background: Brief context about the software, its purpose, and the intention to grant a personal license

3. Definitions: Key terms used throughout the agreement, including 'Software', 'License', 'Updates', 'Personal Use', etc.

4. Grant of License: Scope of the license, specifically defining personal use rights and restrictions

5. License Restrictions: Explicit limitations on usage, including prohibition of commercial use, redistribution, and modification

6. Intellectual Property Rights: Assertion of the licensor's ownership and IP rights in the software

7. Term and Termination: Duration of the license and circumstances under which it can be terminated

8. Payment Terms: License fee details, payment schedule, and refund policy if applicable

9. User Obligations: Licensee's responsibilities regarding software use, security, and compliance

10. Data Protection: GDPR compliance provisions and data handling practices

11. Warranty and Disclaimer: Limited warranty terms and liability limitations as permitted under Austrian law

12. Governing Law and Jurisdiction: Specification of Austrian law as governing law and jurisdiction for disputes