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§ 7.39 Form: Clickwrap End-User Product License Agreement

Comment: This Agreement should be displayed to a user before the user is permitted to access or download a software or other product distributed via the Internet. A clickable icon at the end of the agreement to indicate the user’s assent to the terms of the agreement should be included. The user should not be permitted to proceed without first clicking on the icon to indicate assent.

IMPORTANT—READ THESE TERMS CAREFULLY BEFORE DOWNLOADING . BY DOWNLOADING OR USING THIS PRODUCT, YOU ACKNOWLEDGE THAT YOU HAVE READ THIS LICENSE AGREEMENT, THAT YOU UNDERSTAND IT, AND THAT YOU AGREE TO BE BOUND BY ITS TERMS. IF YOU DO NOT AGREE TO THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF THIS LICENSE AGREEMENT, PROMPTLY EXIT THIS PAGE WITHOUT DOWNLOADING THE PRODUCT. THE PRODUCT PROVIDED HEREUNDER WILL EXPIRE AND NOT OPERATE AFTER DAYS FROM INSTALLATION. THE PURCHASE OF A KEY IS REQUIRED FOR USE OF THE PRODUCT AFTER THE -DAY TRIAL PERIOD.

1. Grant of License for Registered Users

XYZ, Inc. grants you a non-exclusive, non-transferable license to use the program with which this license is distributed (the “Product”), including any documentation files accompanying the Product (“Documentation”) on a single server (if the Product is server based) or personal computer to support up to the number of simultaneous users for which you have paid the license fee, and to make one backup copy of the Product, provided that: (i) the Product is installed on only one server or personal computer; (ii) the Product is NOT modified; (iii) all copyright notices are maintained on the Product; and (iv) you agree to be bound by the terms of this License Agreement. The Product and Documentation shall be used only by you, only for your own personal use and not in the operation of a service bureau or for the benefit of any other person or entity.

2. Ownership

You have no ownership rights in the Product. Rather, you have a license to use the Product as long as this License Agreement remains in full force and effect. Ownership of the Product, Documentation and all intellectual property rights therein shall remain at all times with XYZ, Inc. Any other use of the Product by any person, business, corporation, government organization or any other entity is strictly forbidden and is a violation of this License Agreement.

3. Copyright

The Product and Documentation contain material that is protected by United States Copyright Law and trade secret law, and by international treaty provisions. All rights not granted to you herein are expressly reserved by XYZ, Inc. You may not remove any proprietary notice of XYZ, Inc. from any copy of the Product or Documentation.

4. Restrictions

You may not publish, display, disclose, rent, lease, modify, loan, distribute, or create derivative works based on the Product or any part thereof. You may not reverse engineer, decompile, translate, adapt, or disassemble the Product, nor shall you attempt to create the source code from the object code for the Product. You may not transmit the Product over any network or between any devices, although you may use the Product to make such transmissions of other materials. You may transfer the Product to other computers you own as long as you only use it on one computer at a time.

5. Confidentiality

You acknowledge that the Product contains proprietary trade secrets of XYZ and you hereby agree to maintain the confidentiality of the Product using at least as great a degree of care as you use to maintain the confidentiality of your own most confidential information.

6. Limited Warranty

XYZ, INC. WARRANTS FOR A PERIOD OF DAYS AFTER PURCHASE THAT THE PRODUCT WILL OPERATE SUBSTANTIALLY IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE DOCUMENTATION. SHOULD THE PRODUCT NOT SO OPERATE, YOUR EXCLUSIVE REMEDY, AND XYZ, INC.’S SOLE OBLIGATION UNDER THIS WARRANTY, SHALL BE, AT XYZ, INC.’S SOLE DISCRETION, CORRECTION OF THE DEFECT OR REFUND OF THE PURCHASE PRICE PAID FOR THE PRODUCT. ANY USE BY YOU OF THE PRODUCT IS AT YOUR OWN RISK. THIS LIMITED WARRANTY IS THE ONLY WARRANTY PROVIDED BY XYZ, INC. REGARDING THE PRODUCT. EXCEPT FOR THE LIMITED WARRANTY ABOVE, THE PRODUCT IS PROVIDED “AS IS.” TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, XYZ, INC. DISCLAIMS ALL OTHER WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. XYZ, INC. DOES NOT WARRANT THAT THE FUNCTIONS CONTAINED IN THE PRODUCT WILL MEET ANY REQUIREMENTS OR NEEDS YOU MAY HAVE, OR THAT THE PRODUCT WILL OPERATE ERROR FREE, OR IN AN UNINTERRUPTED FASHION, OR THAT ANY DEFECTS OR ERRORS IN THE PRODUCT WILL BE CORRECTED, OR THAT THE PRODUCT IS COMPATIBLE WITH ANY PARTICULAR PLATFORM. SOME JURISDICTIONS DO NOT ALLOW THE WAIVER OR EXCLUSION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES SO THEY MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.

7. Limitation of Liability

IN NO EVENT WILL XYZ, INC. BE LIABLE TO YOU OR ANY THIRD PARTY FOR ANY INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES (INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, INDIRECT, SPECIAL, PUNITIVE, OR EXEMPLARY DAMAGES FOR LOSS OF BUSINESS, LOSS OF PROFITS, BUSINESS INTERRUPTION, OR LOSS OF BUSINESS INFORMATION) ARISING OUT OF THE USE OF OR INABILITY TO USE THE PROGRAM, OR FOR ANY CLAIM BY ANY OTHER PARTY, EVEN IF XYZ, INC. HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. XYZ, INC.’S AGGREGATE LIABILITY WITH RESPECT TO ITS OBLIGATIONS UNDER THIS AGREEMENT OR OTHERWISE WITH RESPECT TO THE PRODUCT AND DOCUMENTATION OR OTHERWISE SHALL NOT EXCEED THE AMOUNT OF THE LICENSE FEE PAID BY YOU FOR THE PRODUCT AND DOCUMENTATION. BECAUSE SOME STATES/COUNTRIES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF LIABILITY FOR CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES, THE ABOVE LIMITATION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.

8. Export Restrictions

THIS LICENSE AGREEMENT IS EXPRESSLY MADE SUBJECT TO ANY LAWS, REGULATIONS, ORDERS, OR OTHER RESTRICTIONS ON THE EXPORT FROM THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA OF THE PRODUCT OR INFORMATION ABOUT SUCH PRODUCT WHICH MAY BE IMPOSED FROM TIME TO TIME BY THE GOVERNMENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA. YOU SHALL NOT EXPORT THE PRODUCT, DOCUMENTATION, OR INFORMATION ABOUT THE PRODUCT AND DOCUMENTATION WITHOUT CONSENT OF XYZ, INC. AND COMPLIANCE WITH SUCH LAWS, REGULATIONS, ORDERS, OR OTHER RESTRICTIONS.

9. Termination

This License Agreement is effective until it is terminated. You may terminate this License Agreement at any time by destroying or returning to XYZ, Inc. all copies of the Product and Documentation in your possession or under your control. XYZ, Inc. may terminate this License Agreement for any reason, including, but not limited to, if XYZ, Inc. finds that you have violated any of the terms of this License Agreement. Upon notification of termination, you agree to destroy or return to XYZ, Inc. all copies of the Product and Documentation and to certify in writing that all known copies, including backup copies, have been destroyed. All provisions relating to confidentiality, proprietary rights, and non-disclosure shall survive the termination of this Product License Agreement.

10. General

This License Agreement shall be construed, interpreted and governed by the laws of the State of without regard to conflicts of law provisions thereof. The exclusive forum for any disputes arising out of or relating to this License Agreement shall be an appropriate federal or state court sitting in County, State of , USA. This License Agreement shall constitute the entire Agreement between the parties hereto. Any waiver or modification of this License Agreement shall only be effective if it is in writing and signed by both parties hereto. If any part of this License Agreement is found invalid or unenforceable by a court of competent jurisdiction, the remainder of this License Agreement shall be interpreted so as to reasonably effect the intention of the parties.

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What the iPhone Developer Program License Agreement Covers

The iPhone Developer Program License Agreement is a contract that governs a developer's participation in Apple's developer ecosystem, including distribution of apps via the App Store, use of Apple's SDKs and APIs, and management of signing credentials and provisioning profiles. It sets rules on intellectual property, confidentiality, code signing, privacy commitments, and compliance with platform guidelines. The agreement also describes account responsibilities, restrictions on distribution, and the consequences for violations, while defining Apple’s rights and the developer’s obligations for updates, removals, and dispute resolution.

Why this agreement matters for developers and teams

Understanding the license agreement helps protect your intellectual property, maintain App Store access, and ensure compliant handling of user data. It clarifies who can sign and publish, how certificates and provisioning profiles are managed, and what actions can trigger account suspension or removal.

Why this agreement matters for developers and teams

Which people and organizations typically rely on this agreement

Determining the correct enrollment type and authorized signatory reduces account risk and speeds provisioning and distribution workflows.

  • Independent developers publishing their own apps and managing Apple IDs and provisioning profiles.
  • Companies and legal entities enrolling to publish on behalf of their organization and to manage team access.
  • Development agencies and contractors deploying client apps under client accounts or via enterprise programs.

Step-by-step: complete the developer enrollment and acceptance

Follow this sequence to enroll, accept the license, and configure distribution credentials for iOS apps.

  • 01
    Create Apple ID: Register an Apple ID tied to the individual or organization.
  • 02
    Choose Enrollment: Select individual or organization enrollment and confirm legal entity details.
  • 03
    Accept Agreement: Review and accept the license in the Apple Developer portal.
  • 04
    Provisioning: Generate certificates and provisioning profiles for signing and distribution.

Typical online setup and configuration choices

Key workflow settings determine how signers, certificates, and distribution are managed in the developer account.

Field Configuration
Signer Authentication Apple ID two-factor authentication required
Certificate Management Create and revoke signing certificates via portal
Team Roles Assign Admin, App Manager, and Developer roles
App Transfer Enable transfer settings for client or account moves

How to submit and distribute signed apps

Ensure build pipelines and developer accounts are synchronized so code signing identities and profiles are current before each release.

  • Formats: Signed IPA packages
  • Delivery Channels: Apple App Store | TestFlight
  • Integrations: CI/CD and Xcode uploads

High-level signing and submission flow

A concise view of the signing, testing, and publishing sequence used by iOS development teams.

  • Build: Compile app using Xcode and correct SDK.
  • Sign: Apply provisioning profile and distribution certificate.
  • Test: Distribute via TestFlight for internal or external testers.
  • Publish: Upload to App Store Connect and submit for review.

Key contractual provisions often found in the license

These clauses commonly appear and affect development workflows, IP ownership, and platform compliance.

Intellectual Property

Defines ownership of your source code and any Apple-provided SDKs; includes license grants for Apple to host and distribute your app under App Store terms.

Distribution Rules

Specifies permitted distribution channels, App Store Review obligations, and rules for in-app purchases, subscriptions, and content restrictions.

Code Signing

Requires use of Apple-issued certificates and provisioning profiles; details revocation, certificate loss remedies, and responsibilities for key management.

Privacy and Data Use

Mandates compliance with privacy laws and platform privacy policies; requires accurate disclosure of data collection and third-party integrations.

Termination and Remedies

Outlines circumstances for account suspension or termination, removal of apps, and Apple’s remedial rights for policy violations.

Indemnity and Liability

Allocates responsibility for claims arising from your app, including requirements to defend and indemnify Apple under specified conditions.

Required account and registration data

Legal Name: Full registered entity
D-U-N-S: Numeric business identifier
Tax ID: EIN or SSN as applicable
Contact Email: Monitored account address
Physical Address: Street, city, state, ZIP
Authorized Signer: Officer name and title

Common pitfalls when completing the agreement

  • Using a personal Apple ID for organization enrollment delays verification and complicates team access management.
  • Entering an incorrect D-U-N-S or mismatched legal name prevents successful organization verification and can block publishing.
  • Failing to maintain two-factor authentication on the account can result in loss of access to signing certificates.
  • Neglecting to keep provisioning profiles and certificates current leads to build failures and rejected submissions.

Consequences of noncompliance or incorrect setup

App Rejection: Store review removal or rejection
Account Suspension: Temporary or permanent account loss
Certificate Revocation: Signing identity may be invalidated
Revenue Loss: Removed listings impact income
Legal Risk: Claims for IP or privacy violations
Operational Delay: Blocked deployments and CI failures

Timing and recurring tasks to track

Keep these recurring obligations and timing checkpoints on your release and compliance calendar to avoid interruptions.

Membership Renewal:

Annual renewal required to maintain account

Certificate Expiry:

Monitor certificates; renew before expiration

Profile Updates:

Update provisioning profiles after certificate changes

App Review Timing:

Allow review lead time before release

Privacy Disclosures:

Keep privacy policy current with app changes

eSignature vendor pricing comparison for document signing and workflow

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Audit Trail Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
HIPAA Compliant Yes Yes Yes No No
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Frequently asked questions about the iPhone Developer Program License Agreement

Answers to common questions about signing, enforceability, and practical account issues related to the developer license.


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