A Google companyPlain Language Summary
These Google Terms of Service outline what users can expect from Google's wide range of services and what Google expects from its users. Key aspects include user content ownership, the license granted to Google for operating and improving services (including AI training and promotion), rules for acceptable conduct, and how disputes are handled under California law. Users can terminate their account at any time, and Google can also suspend or terminate for breaches or harmful conduct, with advance notice in most cases.
Notable Clauses
Content License Scope
Unfavorable
Limitation of Liability
Unfavorable
Unilateral Changes to Terms
Unfavorable
Governing Law and Jurisdiction
Standard
Billing & Subscriptions
Auto-Renewal
No
Free Trial Auto-Converts
No
Cancellation Method
in_app_self_service
Cancellation Effective
not_specified
Cancellation Notice (days)
Unknown
Billing Cycle
Unknown
Price Change Notice (days)
Unknown
Refund Policy
Refund Available
No
Refund Window (days)
Unknown
Prorated Refunds
No
Renewal Refunds
No
Dispute Resolution
Arbitration Required
No
Arbitration Provider
Unknown
Arbitration Opt-Out
No
Class Action Waiver
No
Small Claims Exception
No
Liability & Indemnification
Liability Cap
greater_of
Warranty Disclaimer
full_as_is
Service "As Is"
Yes
User Indemnifies Company
Yes
Force Majeure
No
User Friendliness
Key Concerns
- Broad license for user content, including AI training and promotion
- Company can suspend/terminate accounts for broad reasons, sometimes without advance notice in urgent cases
- Limitation of liability is significant, capping at $200 or fees paid in 12 months
- Changes to terms can be made with 'reasonable advance notice', and continued use implies acceptance
- Disputes are governed by California law and resolved in Santa Clara County courts
Jurisdiction
Governing LawCalifornia
JurisdictionSanta Clara County, California, USA