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This analysis describes what OpenAI'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
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Interpretive note: The clause contains two related but independent effects: the as-is offering and the indemnification exclusion. The indemnification exclusion is treated as the primary proposition given the severity classification; the as-is designation is recorded in omitted_material.
The updated terms establish new licensing provisions for customers who download and install software components (Licensed Materials) on their own systems. Under the revised terms, OpenAI grants a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to install and use Licensed Materials solely in connection with the Services, but customers may not modify, redistribute, or sublicense the materials. Upon termination of service, customers must permanently delete the Licensed Materials. Additionally, OpenAI introduced a new ChatGPT Sites feature for creating and publishing websites, with use governed by separate ChatGPT Sites Terms. You can review the ChatGPT Sites Terms via the referenced link to understand specific conditions for website creation and maintenance.
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Customers using Beta Services receive no indemnification coverage from OpenAI and accept the service without quality or liability protections.
If you use Beta Services, you are not entitled to any indemnification from OpenAI that would otherwise apply under the Agreement.
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