Master Software License Agreement Template

When to Use the Master Software License Agreement
This license agreement governs the relationship between a software developer and the end user. Use the Master Software License Agreement whenever you provide licenses to authorize end users to utilize your software under the conditions set in the agreement.

What This Contract Protects
The Master Software License Agreement establishes the conditions under which end users can utilize your software. The contract allows you to set limitations of use and transfer and stipulates the applicable license fee(s). We have also included a confidentiality agreement that prohibits reproduction or other dissemination of your software. The license agreement also includes disclaimers, limitations of liability and indemnity provisions that cap your exposure to damages due to faulty or damaged software.

Included Master Software License Agreement Provisions

1. Definitions
2. Grant of License
3. Term and Termination
4. License Fee
5. Limitations on Use
6. Limitations on Transfer
7. Confidentiality
8. Licensee's Obligation to Notify of Infringement
9. Warranty of Title
10. Software Warranty and Disclaimer
11. Limitation of Liability, Indemnification
12. Maintenance
13. Relation of Parties
14. Arbitration
15. Attorneys' Fees
16. Severability
17. Force Majeure
18. No Waiver
19. Entire Agreement

Exhibit A: Licensed Software

1. Licensed Software

Sample Text from the Master Software License Agreement Template

1. Definitions

A. “Software” means the computer programs and documentation listed and described in Exhibit A (Licensed Software) attached to this Agreement, as well as any archival copies of such computer programs and documentation permitted by this Agreement.

B. “Install” means placing the Software on a computer’s hard disk, CD-ROM or other secondary storage device.

3. Term and Termination

B. Except as set forth in the provisions of this Agreement that provide for automatic termination in the event of breach of confidentiality or unauthorized transfer, if Licensee breaches any other provision of this Agreement, Licensor may terminate this Agreement, provided, however, that Licensor has given Licensee at least fourteen (14) days written notice of and the opportunity to cure the breach...