What can I do about this clause?

{'method': 'IN_APP', 'recipient': 'https://www.skillshare.com/settings', 'difficulty': 'MODERATE', 'action_type': 'CLOSE_ACCOUNT', 'instructions': 'If you do not agree with updated terms, you must stop using the service and close your account before the changes take effect. Account closure can be initiated through your account settings at skillshare.com/settings.', 'deadline_days': None, 'deadline_hours': None}

Which regulatory agencies enforce this type of clause?

{'agency': 'FTC', 'reason': 'The FTC has authority over unfair or deceptive practices, including whether unilateral modification of consumer contract terms with implied consent constitutes a deceptive practice.', 'complaint_url': 'https://reportfraud.ftc.gov/'}

What is the severity of this clause?

ConductAtlas classifies this Unilateral Terms Modification clause as medium severity. Severity reflects the magnitude of rights affected, the breadth of users impacted, and the degree of discretion the platform retains.

Do other platforms have similar clauses?

Yes. ConductAtlas has identified similar Unilateral Terms Modification clauses across approximately 39 other tracked platforms. You can compare how platforms differ on this clause type in the cross-platform comparison view.

Unilateral Terms Modification — Skillshare

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What it is

Skillshare can change these terms at any time by their own choice, and if you keep using the service after being notified of changes, you are considered to have agreed to the new terms.

Consumer impact (what this means for users)

Skillshare can alter any provision of these terms — including payment terms, content license scope, or dispute resolution requirements — at any time, and continued use of the platform after notification automatically binds you to the new terms without requiring affirmative agreement.

What you can do

⚠️ These actions may provide transparency or partial mitigation but may not fully address the underlying issue. Effectiveness varies by jurisdiction and individual circumstances.

Close Your Account

If you do not agree with updated terms, you must stop using the service and close your account before the changes take effect. Account closure can be initiated through your account settings at skillshare.com/settings.

Cross-platform context

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Why it matters (compliance & risk perspective)

This clause means your rights and obligations under this agreement can change without your explicit consent — simply continuing to use the platform after a notification constitutes acceptance of potentially significant new terms.

View original clause language

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time, in our sole discretion. If we make changes to these Terms, we will provide notice of such changes, such as by sending an email notification, providing notice through the Services or updating the 'Last Updated' date at the beginning of these Terms. By continuing to access or use our Services or by clicking to accept the Terms if this option is made available to you, you confirm your acceptance of the revised Terms and all of the terms incorporated therein by reference.

Institutional analysis (Compliance & legal intelligence)

REGULATORY FRAMEWORK: This provision engages EU Unfair Contract Terms Directive (Council Directive 93/13/EEC) Art. 3, which considers terms allowing unilateral modification without adequate justification to be potentially unfair; GDPR Art. 7(3) which requires that consent withdrawal be as easy as giving consent (relevant where consent is the legal basis for processing); UK Consumer Rights Act 2015 §62 regarding unfair terms; and FTC Act Section 5 regarding deceptive practices if material changes are not adequately disclosed. The FTC, UK CMA, and EU DPAs are primary enforcement authorities.

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Applicable agencies

FTC

The FTC has authority over unfair or deceptive practices, including whether unilateral modification of consumer contract terms with implied consent constitutes a deceptive practice.
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Provision details

Document information

Document

Skillshare Terms of Service

Entity

Skillshare

Document last updated

April 29, 2026

Tracking information

First tracked

April 27, 2026

Last verified

April 27, 2026

Record ID

CA-P-003576

Document ID

CA-D-00243

Evidence Provenance

Source URL

https://www.skillshare.com/terms

Wayback Machine

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SHA-256

4e8b321019b704a9bdb87382601f464d425c9c6ff03bca29dad50a753dba1b6f

Verified

✓ Snapshot stored ✓ Change verified

How to Cite

ConductAtlas Policy Archive
Entity: Skillshare | Document: Skillshare Terms of Service | Record: CA-P-003576
Captured: 2026-04-27 14:46:56 UTC | SHA-256: 4e8b321019b704a9…
URL: https://conductatlas.com/platform/skillshare/skillshare-terms-of-service/unilateral-terms-modification/
Accessed: May 2, 2026

Classification

Severity

Medium

Unilateral Terms Modification