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The fight against labeling long-term streaming rentals as "purchases" you "buy"

12 days ago
  • #digital-content
  • #streaming-services
  • #consumer-rights
  • Proper word selection is crucial for effective communication.
  • Digital content 'purchases' are often long-term licenses, not ownership.
  • A lawsuit accuses Amazon Prime Video of misleading customers by labeling long-term rentals as purchases.
  • The lawsuit could impact how streaming services present digital content options.
  • Prime Video's terms grant a limited license, not full ownership rights, for purchased content.
  • Physical purchases (like DVDs) offer permanent access, unlike digital purchases which can be revoked.