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This clause allocates security obligations and liability between the user and Meta. By requiring user notification of breaches and disclaiming Meta's liability for user-caused security failures, the provision establishes the operational framework for account security responsibility and defines the scope of Meta's liability exposure for account-related incidents.
The updated terms establish a jurisdictional change for consumers. Previously, all disputes had to be resolved in California courts; now, if you are a consumer or if your country requires it, disputes must be resolved in courts within your home country under your home country's laws. For Meta's own claims against you, the agreement still requires disputes to proceed exclusively in California courts. The revised terms also now require Meta to notify you at least 30 days in advance before making changes to these Terms, and you will have the opportunity to review them before they take effect, unless changes are required by law.
View change record →Under this clause, users assume responsibility for protecting their account credentials and monitoring for unauthorized activity. Users are required to take affirmative action—notifying Meta of breaches—and Meta's liability for losses stemming from the user's failure to maintain confidentiality or provide timely notice is excluded.
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"You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your password and account and for all activity that occurs under your account. You agree to notify Meta immediately of any unauthorized use of your password or account or any other breach of security. Meta will not be liable for any loss or damage arising from your failure to comply with this section.— Excerpt from Meta's Meta Terms of Service
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This clause allocates security obligations and liability between the user and Meta. By requiring user notification of breaches and disclaiming Meta's liability for user-caused security failures, the provision establishes the operational framework for account security responsibility and defines the scope of Meta's liability exposure for account-related incidents.
Under this clause, users assume responsibility for protecting their account credentials and monitoring for unauthorized activity. Users are required to take affirmative action—notifying Meta of breaches—and Meta's liability for losses stemming from the user's failure to maintain confidentiality or provide timely notice is excluded.
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