Using NotebookLM's AI features means you agree to both these additional terms and Google's main Terms of Service; where there is a conflict, these AI-specific terms take priority.
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This provision establishes a layered agreement structure where the generative AI terms govern in cases of conflict, meaning users of NotebookLM are subject to both the standard Google Terms of Service and these additional terms, and should review both documents to understand the full scope of their agreement.
Users of NotebookLM are bound by two overlapping legal agreements, and reviewing only one document may leave them unaware of significant provisions in the other. The generative AI terms take precedence in conflicts, making these AI-specific terms the more operationally relevant document for NotebookLM users.
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"These terms apply to your use of generative AI features in Google products and services where these terms are made available. By using these features, you agree to these Additional Terms of Service. These terms supplement and are incorporated into the Google Terms of Service, and in the event of a conflict, these terms will take precedence over the Google Terms of Service for your use of generative AI features.— Excerpt from NotebookLM's Google Generative AI Terms
REGULATORY LANDSCAPE: The layered contract structure engages standard contract formation principles and may implicate consumer protection regulations in jurisdictions that require clear and conspicuous disclosure of all applicable terms at the point of agreement. GDPR's transparency requirements under Article 13 may require that all applicable terms be accessible and understandable to EU users. GOVERNANCE EXPOSURE: Low to Medium. The layered terms structure is standard practice for large platform operators, but the precedence provision means that legal and compliance teams must review both documents to fully assess obligations. The conflict resolution mechanism is clear. JURISDICTION FLAGS: EU consumer protection law and GDPR transparency requirements may impose additional obligations regarding how the layered terms structure is disclosed to users at onboarding. Some jurisdictions may evaluate whether a cross-reference structure meets informed consent requirements. CONTRACT AND VENDOR IMPLICATIONS: Legal teams conducting vendor assessments should obtain and review both the Google Terms of Service and these Generative AI Additional Terms. Procurement checklists should reflect the dual-document structure and identify which terms govern in specific dispute scenarios. COMPLIANCE CONSIDERATIONS: Compliance teams should maintain current versions of both applicable agreements and monitor for updates to either document, as changes to either set of terms affect the overall legal framework governing NotebookLM use.
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This provision establishes a layered agreement structure where the generative AI terms govern in cases of conflict, meaning users of NotebookLM are subject to both the standard Google Terms of Service and these additional terms, and should review both documents to understand the full scope of their agreement.
Users of NotebookLM are bound by two overlapping legal agreements, and reviewing only one document may leave them unaware of significant provisions in the other. The generative AI terms take precedence in conflicts, making these AI-specific terms the more operationally relevant document for NotebookLM users.
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