This provision states that the English-language versions of all developer agreements are the binding and most current versions, and that any translated versions provided by Apple are for convenience only and do not constitute the operative contractual text.
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This provision establishes that in any conflict between a translated version and the English version, the English text governs, which creates a contractual risk for non-English-speaking developers who may have understood their obligations through a translated version that differs in material respects from the English original.
Under this clause, developers who reviewed and relied on a non-English translation of any agreement accept that the English version is the binding text, meaning obligations, limitations, or rights described differently in a translated version do not override the English terms.
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Compare across platforms →"Please note that the English language version of the agreements you accept in your developer account are binding and the most up to date. Any other language translations of select agreements that we may provide are for your convenience.Excerpt from Apple App Store's Apple Developer Agreement
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This provision establishes that in any conflict between a translated version and the English version, the English text governs, which creates a contractual risk for non-English-speaking developers who may have understood their obligations through a translated version that differs in material respects from the English original.
Under this clause, developers who reviewed and relied on a non-English translation of any agreement accept that the English version is the binding text, meaning obligations, limitations, or rights described differently in a translated version do not override the English terms.
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