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The updated Terms of Service remove previous promotional language including referral bonuses (previously described as $5-$500 random credit bonuses) and product feature descriptions. The revised document now explicitly states it is a legally binding agreement between you and RunPod, Inc., with a last-updated date of March 24, 2026. No new restrictions or obligations are introduced by this change; the restructuring primarily formalizes the legal framework and eliminates marketing content that previously appeared within the terms document.
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If acquired by any agency of the U.S. Government, such agency acknowledges that... such agency's rights are limited to those specifically granted under these Terms.
Each have a direct, independent relationship with you as a user of the respective services; Each receive a complete copy of your Profile data and process it according to our respective Privacy Policies.
If you believe we have taken action against your content or account in a way that does not comply with these Terms, you have the right to bring a claim for breach of contract under UK law.
"There is no joint venture, partnership, employment or agency relationship created between you and us as a result of these Terms of Use or use of the Service.Excerpt from RunPod's Terms of Service
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The clause states: “There is no joint venture, partnership, employment or agency relationship created between you and us as a result of these Terms of Use or use of the Service.”
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