Wealthfront can update these terms at any time just by posting a new version, and continued use of the service means you accept the new terms.
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Wealthfront can change the terms governing your investment account relationship by posting an update online, and continuing to use the service constitutes acceptance without any affirmative consent step required.
Under this clause, material changes to user rights and obligations can take effect through online posting alone, with no requirement for affirmative consent or direct notification to users; the only consumer protection is that changes cannot be made retroactive.
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"We reserve the right to change this Agreement by posting a revised Terms of Use and we agree that changes cannot be retroactive. If you don't agree with these changes, you must stop using Wealthfront.Excerpt from Wealthfront's Terms of Service
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Wealthfront can change the terms governing your investment account relationship by posting an update online, and continuing to use the service constitutes acceptance without any affirmative consent step required.
Under this clause, material changes to user rights and obligations can take effect through online posting alone, with no requirement for affirmative consent or direct notification to users; the only consumer protection is that changes cannot be made retroactive.
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