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The prohibition extends to indirect use and includes Outputs, meaning even downstream application of generated content toward competing products is restricted.
Interpretive note: The excerpt appears to be a dependent clause fragment rather than a standalone sentence, suggesting it is drawn from a larger list of prohibited conduct. The canonical claim reflects the conduct described in the quoted language but the full operative structure of the prohibition may depend on surrounding text not provided.
The updated terms clarify that custom avatars you create are your content and remain your property, while stock avatars provided by Runway remain Runway's property. The terms now explicitly govern third-party integrations (Non-Runway Services) and state that these external tools are provided without warranties and that you are solely responsible for any data, actions, or consequences arising from them. The agreement also expands what conduct is prohibited to include interference with third-party services, and broadens liability protections to cover Runway's gross negligence and intentional misconduct. You can review the Non-Runway Services section to understand which third-party integrations you enable and the data you authorize to be transferred.
View change record →Readers are prohibited from using the Services or any Outputs—directly or indirectly—to build, train, or improve any product or service that competes with or is similar to Runway's.
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in a manner that burdens, disables, impairs, or interferes with the Cloud Services or AI Model Services or the equipment used to provide the Cloud Services or AI Model Services
"directly or indirectly uses the Services (including, but not limited to, Outputs) to create, train, develop, or improve similar or competitive products or services.Excerpt from Runway's Terms of Service
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The prohibition extends to indirect use and includes Outputs, meaning even downstream application of generated content toward competing products is restricted.
Readers are prohibited from using the Services or any Outputs—directly or indirectly—to build, train, or improve any product or service that competes with or is similar to Runway's.
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