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This clause establishes DocuSign's operational rights to incorporate user-generated content into service operations, product improvements, and distribution channels without separate compensation or exclusive restrictions. The sublicensable nature permits DocuSign to extend these rights to third parties.
Users should be aware that content submitted to DocuSign, including sensitive legal documents, is subject to a broad usage license. The scope of this license and how it interacts with DocuSign's privacy and data policies warrants review, particularly for business users handling confidential third-party data.
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