Legal Templates

Free legal document templates for websites and businesses. These are general templates - always consult with a lawyer for your specific needs.

⚠️ Legal Disclaimer: These templates are provided for informational purposes only and do not constitute legal advice. Laws vary by jurisdiction. Always consult with a qualified attorney before using any legal document. TextPlus is not responsible for any issues arising from use of these templates.

Privacy Policy Templates

Basic Privacy Policy (Website)

Privacy Policy Last Updated: [DATE] 1. INFORMATION WE COLLECT 1.1 Information You Provide We collect information you provide directly to us, including: • Name and contact information • Account credentials • Payment information • Communications with us 1.2 Automatically Collected Information We automatically collect certain information when you use our website: • IP address and device information • Browser type and operating system • Pages visited and time spent • Referring URLs 1.3 Cookies and Similar Technologies We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to collect information about your browsing activities. You can control cookies through your browser settings. 2. HOW WE USE YOUR INFORMATION We use collected information to: • Provide, maintain, and improve our services • Process transactions and send related information • Send administrative messages and updates • Respond to your comments and questions • Monitor and analyze trends and usage • Detect, prevent, and address fraud and security issues 3. INFORMATION SHARING We do not sell your personal information. We may share information with: • Service providers who assist our operations • Legal authorities when required by law • Other parties with your consent 4. DATA SECURITY We implement reasonable security measures to protect your information. However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure. 5. YOUR RIGHTS Depending on your location, you may have rights to: • Access your personal information • Correct inaccurate information • Delete your information • Object to processing • Data portability 6. CHILDREN'S PRIVACY Our services are not directed to children under 13. We do not knowingly collect information from children under 13. 7. CHANGES TO THIS POLICY We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of material changes by posting the new policy on this page. 8. CONTACT US For privacy-related questions, contact us at: Email: [YOUR-EMAIL] Address: [YOUR-ADDRESS] [YOUR COMPANY NAME] [YOUR WEBSITE URL]

GDPR-Compliant Privacy Policy (EU)

Privacy Policy (GDPR Compliant) Last Updated: [DATE] Data Controller: [YOUR COMPANY NAME] Contact: [YOUR EMAIL] Address: [YOUR ADDRESS] 1. LEGAL BASIS FOR PROCESSING We process your personal data based on: • Consent (Article 6(1)(a) GDPR) • Contract performance (Article 6(1)(b) GDPR) • Legal obligation (Article 6(1)(c) GDPR) • Legitimate interests (Article 6(1)(f) GDPR) 2. DATA WE COLLECT Personal data we collect includes: • Identity data: name, username • Contact data: email, phone, address • Technical data: IP address, browser type, device info • Usage data: how you use our website/services • Marketing data: preferences in receiving marketing 3. HOW WE USE YOUR DATA We use your personal data to: • Provide services and fulfill our contract with you • Improve and develop our services • Communicate with you • Comply with legal obligations • Protect our rights and prevent fraud 4. DATA RETENTION We retain personal data only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in this policy or as required by law. 5. YOUR GDPR RIGHTS You have the right to: • Access your personal data • Rectify inaccurate data • Erase your data ("right to be forgotten") • Restrict processing • Data portability • Object to processing • Withdraw consent at any time • Lodge a complaint with supervisory authority To exercise these rights, contact us at [YOUR EMAIL]. 6. DATA TRANSFERS If we transfer data outside the EEA, we ensure adequate safeguards through: • EU-approved Standard Contractual Clauses • Adequacy decisions • Other lawful transfer mechanisms 7. AUTOMATED DECISION-MAKING We [do/do not] use automated decision-making or profiling. 8. CONTACT & COMPLAINTS Data Protection Officer: [NAME/EMAIL] Supervisory Authority: [YOUR LOCAL DATA PROTECTION AUTHORITY] For questions or to exercise your rights, contact: [YOUR EMAIL] [YOUR ADDRESS]

Terms of Service Templates

Standard Terms of Service

Terms of Service Last Updated: [DATE] 1. ACCEPTANCE OF TERMS By accessing and using [YOUR WEBSITE/SERVICE], you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service. If you do not agree, do not use our services. 2. DESCRIPTION OF SERVICE [YOUR COMPANY] provides [BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF YOUR SERVICE/PRODUCT]. 3. USER ACCOUNTS 3.1 You are responsible for: • Maintaining account security • All activities under your account • Providing accurate information 3.2 You must: • Be at least 13 years old (or 16 in the EU) • Provide true and complete information • Keep your password secure 4. ACCEPTABLE USE You agree NOT to: • Violate any laws or regulations • Infringe intellectual property rights • Transmit harmful or malicious code • Interfere with service operation • Harass or harm other users • Use the service for unauthorized purposes 5. INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY All content, features, and functionality are owned by [YOUR COMPANY] and protected by copyright, trademark, and other laws. You may not copy, modify, distribute, or create derivative works without permission. 6. USER CONTENT 6.1 You retain rights to content you submit. 6.2 You grant us a license to use, store, and display your content as necessary to provide services. 6.3 You represent that your content does not violate any rights or laws. 7. DISCLAIMERS THE SERVICE IS PROVIDED "AS IS" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED. WE DO NOT WARRANT THAT THE SERVICE WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED, ERROR-FREE, OR SECURE. 8. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, [YOUR COMPANY] SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES ARISING FROM YOUR USE OF THE SERVICE. 9. INDEMNIFICATION You agree to indemnify and hold harmless [YOUR COMPANY] from any claims arising from your use of the service or violation of these terms. 10. TERMINATION We may terminate or suspend your account at any time for violation of these terms or for any other reason. 11. CHANGES TO TERMS We reserve the right to modify these terms at any time. Continued use after changes constitutes acceptance. 12. GOVERNING LAW These terms are governed by the laws of [YOUR JURISDICTION]. 13. CONTACT For questions about these terms, contact: [YOUR EMAIL] [YOUR ADDRESS] [YOUR COMPANY NAME]

Disclaimer Templates

General Website Disclaimer

Disclaimer Last Updated: [DATE] WEBSITE DISCLAIMER The information provided by [YOUR COMPANY] ("we," "us," or "our") on [YOUR WEBSITE] is for general informational purposes only. All information on the site is provided in good faith, however we make no representation or warranty of any kind, express or implied, regarding the accuracy, adequacy, validity, reliability, availability, or completeness of any information on the site. UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCE SHALL WE HAVE ANY LIABILITY TO YOU FOR ANY LOSS OR DAMAGE OF ANY KIND INCURRED AS A RESULT OF THE USE OF THE SITE OR RELIANCE ON ANY INFORMATION PROVIDED ON THE SITE. YOUR USE OF THE SITE AND YOUR RELIANCE ON ANY INFORMATION ON THE SITE IS SOLELY AT YOUR OWN RISK. EXTERNAL LINKS DISCLAIMER The site may contain links to external websites not provided or maintained by us. We do not guarantee the accuracy, relevance, timeliness, or completeness of any information on these external websites. PROFESSIONAL DISCLAIMER The site cannot and does not contain [legal/medical/financial/other professional] advice. The information is provided for general informational and educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional advice. Accordingly, before taking any actions based upon such information, we encourage you to consult with appropriate professionals. TESTIMONIALS DISCLAIMER The site may contain testimonials by users of our products and/or services. These testimonials reflect the real-life experiences of those who have used our products and/or services. However, individual results may vary. We do not claim that they are typical results that consumers will generally achieve. ERRORS AND OMISSIONS DISCLAIMER While we strive to provide accurate and up-to-date information, we make no guarantees about the completeness, reliability, or accuracy of this information. Any action you take upon the information on our website is strictly at your own risk. FAIR USE DISCLAIMER This site may contain copyrighted material the use of which has not always been specifically authorized by the copyright owner. We believe this constitutes a "fair use" of any such copyrighted material as provided for in section 107 of the US Copyright Law. CONTACT US If you have questions about this disclaimer, contact us at: [YOUR EMAIL] [YOUR ADDRESS]

Medical/Health Disclaimer

Medical Disclaimer Last Updated: [DATE] The information provided on [YOUR WEBSITE] is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. ALWAYS SEEK THE ADVICE OF YOUR PHYSICIAN OR OTHER QUALIFIED HEALTH PROVIDER WITH ANY QUESTIONS YOU MAY HAVE REGARDING A MEDICAL CONDITION. NEVER DISREGARD PROFESSIONAL MEDICAL ADVICE OR DELAY IN SEEKING IT BECAUSE OF SOMETHING YOU HAVE READ ON THIS WEBSITE. IF YOU THINK YOU MAY HAVE A MEDICAL EMERGENCY, CALL YOUR DOCTOR OR 911 IMMEDIATELY. [YOUR COMPANY] does not recommend or endorse any specific tests, physicians, products, procedures, opinions, or other information that may be mentioned on the site. Reliance on any information provided by [YOUR COMPANY], its employees, or others appearing on the website at our invitation is solely at your own risk. The site may contain health or medical-related materials that are sexually explicit. If you find these materials offensive, you may not want to use our site. Individual results may vary. No guarantees are made regarding the efficacy of any products or treatments. Contact: [YOUR EMAIL]

Copyright & Usage Notices

Standard Copyright Notice

Copyright © [YEAR] [YOUR COMPANY NAME]. All rights reserved. No part of this website may be reproduced, distributed, or transmitted in any form or by any means, including photocopying, recording, or other electronic or mechanical methods, without the prior written permission of [YOUR COMPANY NAME], except in the case of brief quotations embodied in critical reviews and certain other noncommercial uses permitted by copyright law. For permission requests, contact: [YOUR EMAIL] [YOUR ADDRESS]

Creative Commons Attribution License

This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License. You are free to: • Share — copy and redistribute the material in any medium or format • Adapt — remix, transform, and build upon the material for any purpose, even commercially Under the following terms: • Attribution — You must give appropriate credit, provide a link to the license, and indicate if changes were made. © [YEAR] [YOUR NAME/COMPANY] For more information, see: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

DMCA Takedown Notice Template

DMCA Takedown Notice To: [COPYRIGHT AGENT/SERVICE PROVIDER] Date: [DATE] Dear Sir/Madam, I am writing to report an instance of copyright infringement on your platform. 1. COPYRIGHTED WORK I am the owner (or authorized to act on behalf of the owner) of the following copyrighted work: [DESCRIPTION OF COPYRIGHTED WORK] [URL/LOCATION OF ORIGINAL WORK] 2. INFRINGING MATERIAL The following material on your platform infringes my copyright: [URL(S) OF INFRINGING CONTENT] 3. GOOD FAITH STATEMENT I have a good faith belief that the use of the material described above is not authorized by the copyright owner, its agent, or the law. 4. ACCURACY STATEMENT I declare, under penalty of perjury, that the information in this notification is accurate and that I am the copyright owner or authorized to act on behalf of the owner. 5. CONTACT INFORMATION Name: [YOUR NAME] Address: [YOUR ADDRESS] Phone: [YOUR PHONE] Email: [YOUR EMAIL] 6. SIGNATURE [YOUR SIGNATURE] [YOUR NAME] [DATE] Please remove or disable access to the infringing material as soon as possible. Sincerely, [YOUR NAME]

How to Customize These Templates

  1. Replace placeholders - Fill in all [BRACKETED] sections with your actual information
  2. Review for accuracy - Ensure all statements accurately reflect your practices
  3. Consult a lawyer - Have legal counsel review before publishing
  4. Keep updated - Review and update policies annually or when laws change
  5. Make accessible - Link to legal pages from your website footer
  6. Version control - Keep records of policy changes and dates
  7. Get consent - Require users to agree to updated terms when they change significantly

Important: These templates are starting points only. Laws vary significantly by location and industry. Always work with qualified legal counsel to ensure compliance with applicable laws.

⚠️ Final Warning:

Using legal templates without proper review can expose you to legal risks. These templates do NOT constitute legal advice and should not be used without consulting an attorney. TextPlus.net assumes no liability for the use of these templates.