UNITED KINGDOM

License your software apps to end users with this End User Software Licence Agreement (EULA) for the UK.

• The EULA allows the packaged software to be installed on one computer or device only.
• The end user is a licensed user and is not purchasing the software. Ownership and all rights to the software and source code remain with the developer.
• The licence is governed by the laws of England and Wales, including copyright laws.
• This UK EULA form is available as a downloadable MS Word template that can be easily customised for your business.

Set up a strategic partnership to develop and market software apps in the UK with this comprehensive Software Development Partnership Agreement.

• The Agreement is between two parties who will work together to develop, implement, market and provide ongoing support for the software.
• One of the partners will have primary responsibility for software development, and the other will have primary responsibility for marketing and selling the final product. Both partners will be required to expend sufficient time and effort in all areas.
• Each partner will have equal rights in managing the business, but neither partner has the authority to act on behalf of the other partner.
• Revenues will be deposited into an operating account from which partnership expenses will be paid. Profits from sales of the software will be distributed to the partners at regular intervals.
• Each partner is responsible for paying their own taxes and remittances.
• Contains alternative clauses for joint ownership and individual ownership of intellectual property.
• Also contains confidentiality and non-competition provisions.
• This legal contract is governed by English laws.
• The template is provided in MS Word format and can be easily modified to fit your unique circumstances.

Introduction

This Software Escrow Agreement template is designed to assist UK software developers in placing source code in escrow. It ensures that customers who rely on uninterrupted access to the software's source code for their business operations can do so securely and reliably.

Purpose of the Agreement

The Escrow Agreement is established in connection with software license and maintenance agreements between the developer, referred to as the licensor, and the customer, known as the licensee. The licensee requires continuous availability of the source code, which is considered a critical component of its business.

Deposit of Source Code and Materials

Upon completion of development, the licensor is required to deposit the source code, accompanying documentation, and any related materials with the designated escrow agent. Additionally, the licensor must deposit any upgrades to the software following each modification.

Role of the Escrow Agent

The escrow agent is responsible for holding the deposited materials in escrow. The agent will retain custody of these materials until instructed to release them according to the terms specified in the agreement.

Fees and Termination

If the escrow agent's fees are not paid as agreed, the agent reserves the right to terminate the agreement and destroy the materials held in escrow.

Liability of the Escrow Agent

The escrow agent shall not incur any liability under the agreement except in cases of willful misconduct or gross negligence.

Deposit Form

The agreement includes a deposit form, which the licensor must complete each time materials are deposited into escrow.

Governing Law

This Escrow Agreement template is governed by English law, ensuring that all terms and conditions are interpreted and enforced under the relevant legal framework.