What Is an EULA? End User License Agreement Explained
Learn what an EULA is, when you need one, and how it differs from Terms of Service for software and apps.
An End User License Agreement (EULA) defines how users may use your software. Unlike Terms of Service which govern a web service relationship, a EULA specifically grants a license to use software and protects your intellectual property rights.
EULAs are most common for downloadable software, desktop applications, and mobile apps. They typically cover license scope, usage restrictions, intellectual property ownership, warranty disclaimers, and termination conditions.
If you distribute software through app stores, a EULA is often required by platform policies. Apple and Google both recommend or require EULAs for apps that go beyond basic functionality.