Dropbox's Jan 1st 2027 terms of service
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- Dropbox's Terms of Service are effective January 1, 2027, and apply to all users of its Services.
- Users outside North America contract with Dropbox International; those in North America contract with Dropbox, Inc.
- Users may need to register an account, and actions on one account (e.g., admin removal) can impact other associated accounts.
- Users retain ownership of their content, granting Dropbox limited rights to host, back up, and process it for service functionality.
- Users must comply with the Acceptable Use Policy, safeguard passwords, and be at least 18 years old to use the Services.
- Software is licensed for use with the Services, with restrictions on reverse engineering and automatic updates.
- Beta Services are for testing, are confidential until launch, and may be less reliable than standard services.
- Electronic signature features require user consent, and Templates are for informational purposes, not legal advice.
- Fax services require additional user information, prohibit spam, and cannot guarantee number availability.
- Free additional features may be withdrawn without notice, and third-party features are not controlled by Dropbox.
- Dropbox's IP is protected, and users cannot use it without permission; copyright claims must follow the Copyright Policy.
- Paid Accounts involve automatic billing, cancellation options, fee changes with 30 days' notice, and limited refunds.
- Dropbox Teams are controlled by organizations, and admins can access, restrict, or terminate user accounts.
- Dropbox can suspend or terminate access for breaches, risks, or inactivity (6 months for free accounts), with notice and data export opportunities.
- Services are provided 'AS IS' with no warranties, and liability is limited to $20 USD or 100% of fees paid, with exceptions for EU/UK consumers.
- Disputes must first be resolved informally through a Notice of Dispute, then via mandatory arbitration for US residents, with opt-out options and specific procedures.
- Arbitration is individual, class actions are prohibited, and exceptions exist for small claims and IP injunctions.
- These Terms are governed by California law, but local consumer laws (e.g., EU) may override this.
- The Terms are the entire agreement, and Dropbox may assign rights; users cannot assign without permission.
- Modifications to the Terms require 30 days' notice for material changes, and continued use implies acceptance.
- Users can stop using Services anytime, but refunds are limited unless required by law or due to service discontinuation.