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This Retail Software License agreement is essential for any business distributing software products to consumers in Ireland. It provides a comprehensive framework for licensing software while ensuring compliance with Irish and EU consumer protection laws, including the European Union (Consumer Rights) Regulations 2013 and the Sale of Goods and Supply of Services Act 1980. The document should be used when releasing software products to the Irish consumer market, whether through digital distribution or physical media. It covers essential aspects such as license grants, usage rights, warranties, support services, and data protection obligations, while incorporating mandatory consumer protection provisions required under Irish law. The agreement is specifically structured to meet the requirements for consumer contracts in Ireland, including clear language, fair terms, and proper disclosure of consumer rights.

1. Parties: Identification of the licensor (software company) and licensee (consumer)

2. Background: Brief context explaining the software being licensed and purpose of the agreement

3. Definitions: Key terms used throughout the agreement including 'Software', 'License', 'Updates', 'Documentation'

4. Grant of License: Scope of the license, including usage rights and restrictions

5. License Fee: Payment terms, including any subscription fees or one-time payments

6. Delivery and Installation: How the software will be delivered and installed

7. Intellectual Property Rights: Confirmation of ownership and IP rights protection

8. Consumer Rights and Cooling-off Period: Mandatory consumer protection provisions under Irish law

9. Limited Warranty: Warranty terms compliant with consumer protection laws

10. Technical Support and Updates: Terms for provision of support services and software updates

11. Term and Termination: Duration of license and termination rights

12. Data Protection: GDPR compliance and data processing terms

13. Governing Law and Jurisdiction: Confirmation of Irish law governance and jurisdiction