Cloud Agreement Template for Saudi Arabia

This Cloud Agreement is designed for use in Saudi Arabia when establishing a formal relationship between cloud service providers and their customers. It incorporates essential requirements from the Communications and Information Technology Commission's (CITC) Cloud Computing Regulatory Framework, Saudi Arabia's Personal Data Protection Law, and cybersecurity regulations. The agreement is particularly important given Saudi Arabia's digital transformation initiatives and the increasing adoption of cloud services across various sectors. It addresses critical aspects such as data sovereignty, security requirements, service level commitments, and compliance with Islamic law principles. This document is essential for organizations deploying or consuming cloud services within Saudi Arabia or handling Saudi Arabian data, ensuring proper governance and risk management while maintaining compliance with local regulations.

1. Parties: Identification of the cloud service provider and customer, including full legal names and registration details

2. Background: Context of the agreement and brief description of the cloud services to be provided

3. Definitions: Detailed definitions of technical terms, service components, and key concepts used throughout the agreement

4. Services: Detailed description of cloud services, service levels, and performance standards

5. Data Protection and Security: Obligations regarding data protection, security measures, and compliance with Saudi regulations

6. Customer Obligations: Customer responsibilities, acceptable use policies, and compliance requirements

7. Fees and Payment: Pricing, payment terms, billing cycles, and related financial provisions

8. Intellectual Property Rights: IP ownership, licenses, and restrictions on use of services and content

9. Confidentiality: Protection of confidential information and trade secrets

10. Term and Termination: Duration, renewal terms, termination rights, and consequences of termination

11. Liability and Indemnification: Limitation of liability, indemnification obligations, and insurance requirements

12. Force Majeure: Events excusing performance and related procedures

13. Governing Law and Jurisdiction: Saudi Arabian law as governing law and jurisdiction for disputes

14. General Provisions: Standard clauses including notices, amendments, assignment, and entire agreement