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This clause establishes the operational mechanism by which the contractual agreement between OpenAI and users can be modified prospectively. It creates a notice-and-acceptance framework that conditions continued access to services on acceptance of amended terms without requiring separate affirmative consent.
Users' contractual obligations and rights are subject to modification by OpenAI upon notice. The provision establishes that silence following notice of material changes—evidenced by continued use—constitutes binding acceptance of the amended terms rather than requiring explicit acknowledgment.
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This clause establishes the operational mechanism by which the contractual agreement between OpenAI and users can be modified prospectively. It creates a notice-and-acceptance framework that conditions continued access to services on acceptance of amended terms without requiring separate affirmative consent.
Users' contractual obligations and rights are subject to modification by OpenAI upon notice. The provision establishes that silence following notice of material changes—evidenced by continued use—constitutes binding acceptance of the amended terms rather than requiring explicit acknowledgment.
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