This Subscription Contract template is essential for businesses operating in Ireland that provide services on a recurring or subscription basis. The document is specifically designed to comply with Irish law and EU regulations, including the Consumer Protection Act 2007, Data Protection Act 2018, and relevant EU directives. It should be used when establishing any ongoing service relationship where regular payments are made in exchange for continuous access to services, products, or content. The contract includes crucial elements such as service descriptions, payment terms, cancellation rights, data protection provisions, and service level commitments. It's particularly relevant for digital services, SaaS offerings, content subscriptions, and other recurring service arrangements in the Irish market. The template is structured to protect both service providers and subscribers while ensuring compliance with mandatory consumer protection requirements and data privacy regulations.

1. Parties: Identification of the service provider and subscriber, including full legal names and addresses

2. Background: Context of the agreement and brief description of the subscription service being provided

3. Definitions: Key terms used throughout the agreement, including 'Service', 'Subscription Period', 'Fees', etc.

4. Service Description: Detailed description of the subscription service, including scope and delivery method

5. Subscription Term: Duration of the subscription, including start date, minimum term (if any), and renewal provisions

6. Fees and Payment: Subscription costs, payment terms, payment methods, and billing cycles

7. Cancellation and Termination: Rights and procedures for cancellation, termination conditions, and notice periods

8. Service Level Terms: Performance standards, availability commitments, and support services

9. User Obligations: Subscriber's responsibilities and acceptable use terms

10. Data Protection: GDPR compliance, data processing terms, and privacy obligations

11. Intellectual Property: IP rights, licensing terms, and usage restrictions

12. Limitation of Liability: Liability caps and exclusions in accordance with Irish law

13. General Provisions: Standard boilerplate clauses including notices, entire agreement, governing law, etc.