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Unilateral Right to Modify Terms

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Document Record

What it is

DocuSign can change these terms at any time by posting updated terms on their website and may notify you by email, with continued use of the service constituting acceptance.

This analysis describes what DocuSign's agreement states, permits, or reserves. It does not constitute a legal determination about enforceability. Regulatory applicability and practical outcomes may vary by jurisdiction, enforcement context, and individual circumstances. Read our methodology

ConductAtlas Analysis

Why it matters (compliance & governance perspective)

This clause establishes the procedural framework through which the contractual agreement between DocuSign and users can be modified without individual renegotiation. The provision conditions continued access to services on acceptance of updated terms through a notice-and-continued-use mechanism rather than requiring explicit affirmative consent.

Consumer impact (what this means for users)

Users may unknowingly accept less favourable terms simply by continuing to use DocuSign after a modification notice. Business users with long-term workflows should monitor for term changes that could affect their compliance or risk posture.

How other platforms handle this

Yelp Medium

We may modify the Terms from time to time. The most current version of the Terms will be located here. You understand and agree that your access to or use of the Service is governed by the Terms effective at the time of your access to or use of the Service.

Twilio Medium

Twilio may update the terms of this Agreement from time to time. Twilio will provide you with written notice of any material updates at least thirty (30) days prior to the date the updated version of this Agreement is effective, unless such material updates result from changes in laws, regulations, ...

WhatsApp Medium

We may amend or update these Terms. We will provide you notice of material amendments to our Terms, as appropriate, and update the "Effective Date" at the top of our Terms. Your continued use of our Services confirms your acceptance of our Terms, as amended.

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▸ View Original Clause Language DOCUMENT RECORD
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We may revise these Terms, including changing, deleting, or supplementing with additional terms and conditions from time to time in our sole discretion, including to reflect changes in applicable law. We will post the revised terms on the Site with a "last updated" date. PLEASE REVIEW THIS WEBSITE ON A REGULAR BASIS TO OBTAIN TIMELY NOTICE OF ANY REVISIONS. IF YOU CONTINUE TO USE THE SITE OR THE DOCUSIGN SERVICES AFTER THE REVISIONS TAKE EFFECT, YOU AGREE TO BE BOUND BY THE REVISED TERMS.

— Excerpt from DocuSign's DocuSign Terms and Conditions

ConductAtlas Analysis

Institutional analysis (Compliance & governance intelligence)

The unilateral modification clause creates ongoing compliance monitoring obligations for enterprise customers, as material changes to data processing, liability, or arbitration provisions could affect existing risk assessments and DPA compliance. Legal teams should implement a process to track and review DocuSign term updates.

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Applicable agencies

  • FTC
    Unilateral modification clauses with implied consent through continued use may constitute unfair or deceptive contract practices under FTC jurisdiction.
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Provision details

Document information
Document
DocuSign Terms and Conditions
Entity
DocuSign
Document last updated
May 5, 2026
Tracking information
First tracked
March 20, 2026
Last verified
March 20, 2026
Record ID
CA-P-001046
Document ID
CA-D-00197
Evidence Provenance
Source URL
Wayback Machine
Content hash (SHA-256)
a77856342cc8895c3ed86f97c222c83cdb31b4174791efb1a2b6aa4a83b95368
Analysis generated
March 20, 2026 05:57 UTC
Methodology
Evidence
✓ Snapshot stored   ✓ Hash verified
Citation Record
Entity: DocuSign
Document: DocuSign Terms and Conditions
Record ID: CA-P-001046
Captured: 2026-03-20 05:57:12 UTC
SHA-256: a77856342cc8895c…
URL: https://conductatlas.com/platform/docusign/docusign-terms-and-conditions/unilateral-right-to-modify-terms/
Accessed: May 20, 2026
Permanent archival reference. Stable identifier suitable for legal filings, compliance documentation, and research citation.
Classification
Severity
Medium
Categories

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does DocuSign's Unilateral Right to Modify Terms clause do?

This clause establishes the procedural framework through which the contractual agreement between DocuSign and users can be modified without individual renegotiation. The provision conditions continued access to services on acceptance of updated terms through a notice-and-continued-use mechanism rather than requiring explicit affirmative consent.

How does this clause affect you?

Users may unknowingly accept less favourable terms simply by continuing to use DocuSign after a modification notice. Business users with long-term workflows should monitor for term changes that could affect their compliance or risk posture.

How many platforms have this type of clause?

ConductAtlas has identified this type of provision across 23 platforms. See the full comparison.

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