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The clause allocates intellectual property ownership between the parties: user-supplied content remains with the user, while generated outputs transfer to the user. This structure establishes clear title for downstream use of outputs while placing infringement risk on the user for content they submit.
Users acquire ownership of AI-generated outputs they receive, which they may use, modify, or commercialize without further licensing restrictions from OpenAI. However, users bear responsibility for ensuring their submitted content does not violate third-party rights, which could expose them to infringement claims.
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The clause allocates intellectual property ownership between the parties: user-supplied content remains with the user, while generated outputs transfer to the user. This structure establishes clear title for downstream use of outputs while placing infringement risk on the user for content they submit.
Users acquire ownership of AI-generated outputs they receive, which they may use, modify, or commercialize without further licensing restrictions from OpenAI. However, users bear responsibility for ensuring their submitted content does not violate third-party rights, which could expose them to infringement claims.
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