Proprietary Software Licence Template for Netherlands

The Proprietary Software Licence agreement is essential for software companies and businesses operating in the Netherlands who wish to license their software while maintaining ownership and control over their intellectual property. This document is specifically designed to comply with Dutch legal requirements and EU regulations, including the Dutch Civil Code, Dutch Copyright Act, and GDPR. It's typically used when a software owner wants to grant usage rights to their software while imposing specific restrictions and conditions on its use. The agreement comprehensively covers licensing terms, technical requirements, support obligations, and data protection measures, making it suitable for both straightforward software licensing and complex enterprise-level software deployments. Key considerations include compliance with Dutch contract law principles, software copyright protection, and data privacy regulations.

1. Parties: Identification of the licensor and licensee, including full legal names, registration details, and addresses

2. Background: Context of the agreement, brief description of the software, and purpose of the license

3. Definitions: Defined terms used throughout the agreement, including Software, Documentation, Intellectual Property Rights, etc.

4. License Grant: Scope and nature of the license, including territory, duration, and whether exclusive or non-exclusive

5. License Restrictions: Specific limitations on use, prohibition of reverse engineering, sublicensing restrictions, etc.

6. Delivery and Installation: Terms regarding software delivery, installation requirements, and acceptance procedures

7. Payment Terms: License fees, payment schedule, invoicing, and late payment consequences

8. Intellectual Property Rights: Ownership of IP rights, protection measures, and handling of infringement claims

9. Warranties and Representations: Software performance warranties, compliance with specifications, and intellectual property warranties

10. Support and Maintenance: Basic support obligations, maintenance terms, and service levels

11. Confidentiality: Protection of confidential information exchanged during the license relationship

12. Liability and Indemnification: Limitation of liability, exclusions, and indemnification obligations

13. Term and Termination: Duration of the agreement, renewal terms, and termination rights

14. Post-Termination Obligations: Actions required upon termination, including return or destruction of software

15. General Provisions: Standard clauses including governing law, jurisdiction, entire agreement, and assignment