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User Content IP License Grant

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Why it matters

This means Headspace can use content you post on the platform for its own purposes without paying you, and without requiring your additional permission for each use.

Consumer impact

Headspace's Terms require all users to resolve disputes through binding arbitration rather than court, waiving rights to jury trials and class action participation — a significant restriction for users of a mental health platform handling sensitive psychological data. The auto-renewal clause means subscriptions renew automatically and charges apply unless cancelled before the renewal date, with no guaranteed refund after renewal. You can opt out of the arbitration and class action waiver by emailing legalnotices@headspace.com within 30 days of first accepting these Terms.

What you can do

⚠️ These actions may provide transparency or partial mitigation but may not fully address the underlying issue. Effectiveness varies by jurisdiction and individual circumstances.
  • Delete Your Data
    Contact Headspace at help@headspace.com to request deletion of any user-generated content you have submitted to the platform. Reference your right to deletion under applicable privacy law (GDPR Article 17 or CCPA §1798.105) and specify the content you wish removed.

Applicable agencies

  • FTC
    The FTC can investigate deceptive practices related to undisclosed commercial uses of user-submitted content under FTC Act Section 5, particularly where mental health data is involved.
    File a complaint →

Provision details

Document information
Document
Headspace Terms and Conditions
Entity
Headspace
Document last updated
March 24, 2026
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First tracked
April 2, 2026
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April 2, 2026
Record ID
CA-P-001126
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CA-D-00215
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Entity: Headspace | Document: Headspace Terms and Conditions | Record: CA-P-001126
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URL: https://conductatlas.com/platform/headspace/headspace-terms-and-conditions/user-content-ip-license-grant/
Accessed: April 4, 2026
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