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The updated terms materially reduce service quality commitments. The revised language replaces Google's prior commitment to provide services using "reasonable skill and care" with an explicit as-is disclaimer stating that services are provided "without any express or implied warranties" unless stated in service-specific terms. The updated terms now explicitly apply to all users whether signed in to a Google account or not, extending their scope. Google also clarifies that its Privacy Policy applies to service use. These changes establish that users have fewer contractual recourse options if services fail to function as expected, except where service-specific additional terms or applicable law provide otherwise.
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If Stripe makes an Update available, User must implement it by the deadline stated in Stripe's notice. If no deadline is stated, then User must implement the Update within 30 days of the notice date.
In case of such an assignment by us, you are entitled to terminate the agreement with immediate effect by deactivating your account. We will provide you with reasonable notice of any such assignment.
You may not transfer any of your rights or obligations under these Terms without our consent.
"When a service requires or includes downloadable or preloaded software, that software sometimes updates automatically on your device once a new version or feature is available.Excerpt from Google's Terms of Service
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The clause states: “When a service requires or includes downloadable or preloaded software, that software sometimes updates automatically on your device once a new version or feature is available.”
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