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By agreeing to these terms, you also agree to follow Figma's separate Acceptable Use Policy, which sets out what you are not allowed to do on the platform.
This analysis describes what Figma'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
Violations of the Acceptable Use Policy can result in account suspension or termination, but the policy is a separate document that users must locate and review independently.
Your account can be suspended or terminated for violating the Acceptable Use Policy, which is a separate document; users should review it to understand what conduct is prohibited before using the platform.
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"You agree to comply with our Acceptable Use Policy, which is incorporated into these Terms by reference and describes uses of our Services that are prohibited or restricted.Excerpt from Figma's Terms of Service (Superseded URL)
REGULATORY LANDSCAPE: Incorporation by reference of ancillary policies is standard practice in SaaS agreements. Regulatory guidance from the FTC and EU consumer protection authorities generally requires that incorporated terms be clearly accessible and disclosed to users. Changes to the incorporated Acceptable Use Policy may also affect users' obligations without a full re-acceptance of the main Terms of Service. GOVERNANCE EXPOSURE: Low to Medium. The primary risk is that users may not be aware of the full scope of prohibited conduct because the Acceptable Use Policy is a separate document. Enterprise compliance teams should ensure employees are aware of both documents. JURISDICTION FLAGS: EU consumer protection law requires that all material terms, including those incorporated by reference, be clearly disclosed to consumers before they are bound. If the Acceptable Use Policy is difficult to locate or not prominently linked, this could create enforceability issues in EU jurisdictions. CONTRACT AND VENDOR IMPLICATIONS: Enterprise customers should request copies of the Acceptable Use Policy and monitor for updates, as changes to the incorporated policy may alter employee obligations without a formal terms update process. COMPLIANCE CONSIDERATIONS: Legal and compliance teams should review the Acceptable Use Policy independently and include it in employee onboarding materials to ensure awareness of prohibited uses that could trigger account termination.
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Violations of the Acceptable Use Policy can result in account suspension or termination, but the policy is a separate document that users must locate and review independently.
Your account can be suspended or terminated for violating the Acceptable Use Policy, which is a separate document; users should review it to understand what conduct is prohibited before using the platform.
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