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This clause creates a binding compliance obligation tied to external policy documents, meaning the substantive conduct rules users must follow are defined in policies separate from the main agreement and may be updated independently. The incorporation by reference makes those policies enforceable terms rather than advisory guidance.
Users are required to conform their service use to both OpenAI's Usage Policies and applicable law, with the user bearing responsibility for monitoring compliance. The mechanism requires affirmative compliance with policies that may be modified, and OpenAI retains authority to determine what conduct violates those policies.
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Compare across platforms →"When you use our Services, you must comply with our Usage Policies. Our Usage Policies are incorporated into these Terms by reference. You are responsible for ensuring that your use of the Services and any content you submit complies with applicable law and our policies.Excerpt from OpenAI's Terms of Use
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This clause creates a binding compliance obligation tied to external policy documents, meaning the substantive conduct rules users must follow are defined in policies separate from the main agreement and may be updated independently. The incorporation by reference makes those policies enforceable terms rather than advisory guidance.
Users are required to conform their service use to both OpenAI's Usage Policies and applicable law, with the user bearing responsibility for monitoring compliance. The mechanism requires affirmative compliance with policies that may be modified, and OpenAI retains authority to determine what conduct violates those policies.
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