Software License Subscription Template for Saudi Arabia

This Software License Subscription agreement template is designed for use in the Saudi Arabian market where organizations are increasingly adopting subscription-based software solutions as part of their digital transformation initiatives. The document is structured to comply with Saudi Arabian laws and regulations, including the Electronic Transactions Law, Cloud Computing Regulatory Framework, and Personal Data Protection Law. It's particularly relevant for companies providing or procuring software solutions on a subscription basis, whether cloud-based or on-premises. The agreement covers essential elements such as license scope, subscription terms, service levels, data protection, and compliance requirements, while accommodating the specific needs of the Saudi market and legal framework. This template should be used when establishing a recurring subscription relationship for software access and usage, rather than a one-time perpetual license arrangement.

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

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

3. Definitions: Detailed definitions of technical terms, subscription-specific terminology, and key concepts used throughout the agreement

4. License Grant: Scope of the software license, usage rights, restrictions, and subscription terms

5. Subscription Term and Renewal: Duration of the subscription, renewal terms, and termination conditions

6. Fees and Payment: Subscription fees, payment terms, billing cycles, and late payment consequences

7. Software Access and Delivery: Methods of software delivery, access credentials, and system requirements

8. Service Levels: Performance standards, availability commitments, and support response times

9. Data Protection and Security: Compliance with Saudi data protection laws, security measures, and data handling requirements

10. Intellectual Property Rights: Ownership of IP, protection of rights, and licensing of any associated materials

11. Confidentiality: Protection of confidential information and trade secrets

12. Warranties and Disclaimers: Software performance warranties, compliance with laws, and limitation of warranties

13. Limitation of Liability: Caps on liability and exclusions of certain types of damages

14. Termination: Grounds for termination, process, and consequences

15. Governing Law and Jurisdiction: Application of Saudi Arabian law and jurisdiction for dispute resolution