Here's what terms of service and a privacy policy involves in plain English — then get matched, free, to vetted boutique startup lawyers who advise on it every day.
Terms of service (or terms and conditions) and a privacy policy are the customer-facing documents most startups need before launch. In plain terms, your terms set out the rules for using your product or service, and your privacy policy explains how you handle people's personal information. What you need depends on your product, your customers and the laws that apply to you, so founders have these prepared or reviewed by a startup lawyer rather than copying a competitor's.
Generic or copied documents often miss things that matter for your specific product and can create risk. A startup lawyer makes sure yours actually fit what you do and the rules that apply.
This is general information, not legal advice. Every startup is different. Tell Sage what you're working on and we'll match you, free, to a vetted boutique startup lawyer who can advise on your specific situation.
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Getting your Pty Ltd structure right from day one.
The instruments founders use to raise early capital.
Giving your team a stake — done properly.
Reading and negotiating your seed or Series A offer.
How founders and investors agree to run the company.
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