Non Commercial Use License Template for Philippines

This document serves as a Non-Commercial Use License agreement specifically designed for use under Philippine law. It is essential for organizations and individuals who wish to share their intellectual property, such as software, content, or creative works, while explicitly restricting commercial exploitation. The agreement draws its legal foundation from the Intellectual Property Code of the Philippines (Republic Act No. 8293) and the Civil Code of the Philippines (Republic Act No. 386), ensuring robust protection of intellectual property rights while enabling controlled sharing for educational, research, or personal use. This document is particularly valuable for academic institutions, non-profit organizations, and content creators who want to maintain control over their intellectual property while allowing its use for non-commercial purposes. The license includes clear definitions of permitted uses, attribution requirements, and termination provisions, making it suitable for various types of intellectual property sharing arrangements within the Philippine legal framework.

1. Parties: Identifies and provides full details of the Licensor and Licensee

2. Background: Explains the context of the license, including the nature of the licensed material and purpose of the agreement

3. Definitions: Defines key terms used throughout the agreement, including 'Licensed Material', 'Non-Commercial Use', and other relevant terms

4. Grant of License: Specifies the scope of the license, explicitly stating it is for non-commercial use only

5. Restrictions on Use: Clearly outlines what constitutes prohibited commercial use and other restrictions

6. Licensee Obligations: Details the responsibilities of the Licensee, including attribution requirements and maintaining intellectual property notices

7. Intellectual Property Rights: Confirms the Licensor's ownership and intellectual property rights in the Licensed Material

8. Term and Termination: Specifies the duration of the license and circumstances under which it can be terminated

9. Disclaimer of Warranties: States that the Licensed Material is provided 'as is' without warranties

10. Limitation of Liability: Limits the Licensor's liability in accordance with Philippine law

11. General Provisions: Includes standard clauses on governing law, entire agreement, and amendments