Apple

You are agreeing that Apple is not responsible for most problems or damages related to your use of the site, and your ability to claim compensation from them is very limited.

“APPLE DOES NOT PROMISE THAT THE SITE OR ANY CONTENT, SERVICE OR FEATURE OF THE SITE WILL BE ERROR-FREE OR UNINTERRUPTED, OR THAT ANY DEFECTS WILL BE CORRECTED, OR THAT YOUR USE OF THE SITE WILL PROVIDE SPECIFIC RESULTS. THE SITE AND ITS CONTENT ARE DELIVERED ON AN "AS-IS" AND "AS-AVAILABLE" BASIS. ALL INFORMATION PROVIDED ON THE SITE IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE. APPLE CANNOT ENSURE THAT ANY FILES OR OTHER DATA YOU DOWNLOAD FROM THE SITE WILL BE FREE OF VIRUSES OR CONTAMINATION OR DESTRUCTIVE FEATURES. APPLE DISCLAIMS ALL WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING ANY WARRANTIES OF ACCURACY, NON-INFRINGEMENT, MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. APPLE DISCLAIMS ANY AND ALL LIABILITY FOR THE ACTS, OMISSIONS AND CONDUCT OF ANY THIRD PARTIES IN CONNECTION WITH OR RELATED TO YOUR USE OF THE SITE AND/OR ANY APPLE SERVICES. YOU ASSUME TOTAL RESPONSIBILITY FOR YOUR USE OF THE SITE AND ANY LINKED SITES. YOUR SOLE REMEDY AGAINST APPLE FOR DISSATISFACTION WITH THE SITE OR ANY CONTENT IS TO STOP USING THE SITE OR ANY SUCH CONTENT. THIS LIMITATION OF RELIEF IS A PART OF THE BARGAIN BETWEEN THE PARTIES. ... in no event will Apple be liable to you for any indirect, consequential, exemplary, incidental or punitive damages, including lost profits, even if Apple has been advised of the possibility of such damages. ... Apple’s liability shall in no event exceed the greater of (1) the total of any subscription or similar fees with respect to any service or feature of or on the Site paid in the six months prior to the date of the initial claim made against Apple ... or (2) US$100.00.”

What that means: You bear almost all the risk associated with using the site and its content. Your ability to seek compensation from Apple for any issues or harm is extremely restricted, potentially leaving you with significant unrecoverable losses.

Apple extensively disclaims responsibility for the site's functionality, accuracy, and any third-party actions. Your only stated remedy for dissatisfaction is to stop using the site. Additionally, Apple's liability for damages is severely limited, often to a maximum of $100 or six months of subscription fees, and excludes indirect or punitive damages.

You are agreeing to financially protect Apple and pay their legal expenses if your actions on the site cause a third party to sue them.

“You agree to indemnify and hold Apple, its officers, directors, shareholders, predecessors, successors in interest, employees, agents, subsidiaries and affiliates, harmless from any demands, loss, liability, claims or expenses (including attorneys’ fees), made against Apple by any third party due to or arising out of or in connection with your use of the Site.”

What that means: You could face substantial financial responsibility, including Apple's legal fees and damages, if your actions on the website lead to a claim against Apple by someone else.

This clause means that if a third party sues Apple because of something you did while using the site, you are legally obligated to cover Apple's legal costs, losses, and any resulting liabilities.

You are agreeing that any feedback you provide on the site is not confidential and Apple can use it however they choose, without restrictions or compensation to you.

“Any feedback you provide at this site shall be deemed to be non-confidential. Apple shall be free to use such information on an unrestricted basis.”

What that means: Any creative ideas, suggestions, or information you submit as feedback can be used by Apple without limitations, meaning you lose control over that content.

When you submit feedback through the Apple website, Apple considers it non-confidential and can use any ideas or information you provide without any obligation to you, including payment or acknowledgment.

You are agreeing that Apple can change these terms of use at any time, and you will be bound by those changes if you keep using the site.

“Apple reserves the right, at its sole discretion, to change, modify, add or remove portions of these Terms of Use, at any time. It is your responsibility to check these Terms of Use periodically for changes. Your continued use of the Site following the posting of changes will mean that you accept and agree to the changes.”

What that means: You might unknowingly agree to new terms simply by continuing to use the website, potentially altering your rights or responsibilities without specific consent.

Apple can change these terms at any time without directly notifying you. Your continued use of the website means you automatically agree to any updates, and you are responsible for checking for these changes yourself.

You are agreeing that these terms apply to all Apple websites, including those run by its subsidiaries and affiliates across the globe.

“These Terms and Conditions of Use (the "Terms of Use") apply to the Apple web site located at [www.apple.com](/), and all associated sites linked to [www.apple.com](/) by Apple, its subsidiaries and affiliates, including Apple sites around the world (collectively, the "Site").”

What that means: Your agreement to these terms broadly applies to a large number of Apple's online presences, meaning you are bound by these conditions across various Apple websites worldwide.

These terms cover not just the main Apple website but also all associated sites operated by Apple, its subsidiaries, and affiliates globally. This means the same rules apply across a wide network of Apple's online properties.

You are agreeing that Apple can modify, suspend, or end the website, or your access to it, at any time and without telling you beforehand.

“Apple reserves the right to do any of the following, at any time, without notice: (1) to modify, suspend or terminate operation of or access to the Site, or any portion of the Site, for any reason; (2) to modify or change the Site, or any portion of the Site, and any applicable policies or terms; and (3) to interrupt the operation of the Site, or any portion of the Site, as necessary to perform routine or non-routine maintenance, error correction, or other changes.”

What that means: Your access to the website or its specific features can be disrupted, altered, or terminated without any warning, potentially at an inconvenient time.

Apple retains the right to modify, suspend, or completely stop the website, or your access to it, at any time and without giving you prior notice. This can happen for any reason, including maintenance or other changes.

You are agreeing that any linked policies, including the Privacy Policy, can be changed by Apple at any time and become effective immediately once posted on the site.

“Each of these policies may be changed from time to time and are effective immediately upon posting such changes on the Site.”

What that means: Rules governing your privacy and other aspects of your site use, detailed in separate but linked policies, can be updated without direct notification, and you are responsible for keeping up with these changes.

Any policies linked within these terms, such as the Privacy Policy or Trademark Guidelines, can be changed by Apple at any time. These changes become legally binding as soon as they are posted on the site.

You are agreeing that Apple may keep and share your communications and data from the site for reasons like legal compliance or protecting its own interests.

“You acknowledge and agree that Apple may preserve any transmittal or communication by you with Apple through the Site or any service offered on or through the Site, and may also disclose such data if required to do so by law or Apple determines that such preservation or disclosure is reasonably necessary to (1) comply with legal process, (2) enforce these Terms of Use, (3) respond to claims that any such data violates the rights of others, or (4) protect the rights, property or personal safety of Apple, its employees, users of or visitors to the Site, and the public.”

What that means: Your online communications and data can be retained indefinitely by Apple and may be shared with others for various reasons that Apple deems necessary, impacting your privacy.

Apple states it can keep your communications and data from the site and share them under various conditions, such as legal requirements or to protect its own interests, without specifying how long this data will be held.

You are agreeing to resolve any legal disputes with Apple only in the courts of Santa Clara County, California, effectively waiving your right to sue in your local jurisdiction.

“You agree to the personal jurisdiction by and venue in the state and federal courts in Santa Clara County, California, and waive any objection to such jurisdiction or venue. The preceding provision regarding venue does not apply if you are a consumer based in the European Union. If you are a consumer based in the European Union, you may make a claim in the courts of the country where you reside.”

What that means: If you have a legal issue with Apple and are not an EU consumer, you might have to travel to California and incur significant costs to pursue a claim, limiting your access to justice.

You are required to resolve any legal disputes with Apple in specific state or federal courts located in Santa Clara County, California. This restricts where you can file a lawsuit, unless you are a consumer in the European Union.

You are agreeing that Apple can end your access to the site at any time, without notice, and at their sole discretion for a wide range of reasons.

“You agree that Apple may, in its sole discretion and without prior notice, terminate your access to the Site and/or block your future access to the Site if we determine that you have violated these Terms of Use or other agreements or guidelines which may be associated with your use of the Site. You also agree that Apple may, in its sole discretion and without prior notice, terminate your access to the Site, for cause, which includes (but is not limited to) (1) requests by law enforcement or other government agencies, (2) a request by you (self-initiated account deletions), (3) discontinuance or material modification of the Site or any service offered on or through the Site, or (4) unexpected technical issues or problems.”

What that means: Your ability to use the Apple website can be revoked suddenly and without warning, potentially without clear explanation or for reasons beyond your immediate control.

Apple can terminate your access to the site or block you from future use at its sole discretion, without prior notice, for a variety of reasons including suspected violations of terms, requests from law enforcement, or even technical issues.