MSDN - Terms of Use

1. Introduction

Welcome to the Microsoft Developer Network (MSDN). These Terms of Use ("Terms") govern your access to and use of the MSDN services, websites, and content (collectively, the "Services"). By accessing or using the Services, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use the Services.

These Terms apply to all users, visitors, and others who access or use the Services.

2. Use of Services

You may use the Services for your personal, non-commercial purposes, or for internal business purposes, as permitted by the specific features and functionalities provided.

2.1 Acceptable Use

• You agree not to engage in any activity that interferes with or disrupts the Services or the servers and networks connected to the Services.
• You shall not attempt to gain unauthorized access to any part of the Services, other accounts, computer systems, or networks connected to the Services.
• You will not use the Services to post, transmit, or distribute any material that is unlawful, threatening, abusive, harassing, defamatory, vulgar, obscene, or hateful, or that infringes on the intellectual property rights of others.

2.2 Content

The content provided through the Services, including documentation, code samples, and other materials, is for informational and developmental purposes. While we strive for accuracy, we do not guarantee that the content is error-free or complete. You are responsible for verifying the accuracy and suitability of any content you use.

Any code samples provided are offered "as is" without warranty of any kind, either express or implied, including but not limited to the implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose.

3. Intellectual Property Rights

All intellectual property rights in the Services and their content, including but not limited to software, text, graphics, logos, icons, images, audio clips, digital downloads, and data compilations, are owned by Microsoft Corporation or its licensors and are protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

Except as expressly permitted by these Terms or by Microsoft, you may not copy, reproduce, modify, distribute, transmit, display, perform, publish, license, create derivative works from, transfer, or sell any information, software, products, or services obtained from the Services.

4. Privacy

Your privacy is important to us. Our Microsoft Privacy Statement explains how we collect, use, and disclose personal information. By using the Services, you acknowledge and agree that Microsoft may collect, use, and disclose your information in accordance with the Microsoft Privacy Statement.

5. Modifications to Services and Terms

Microsoft reserves the right to modify or discontinue the Services, temporarily or permanently, with or without notice. Microsoft may also revise these Terms at any time without notice. Your continued use of the Services after any such changes constitutes your acceptance of the new Terms.

We encourage you to review these Terms periodically for any updates.

6. Disclaimers and Limitation of Liability

THE SERVICES ARE PROVIDED "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" WITHOUT ANY WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, WHETHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, TITLE, AND NON-INFRINGEMENT. MICROSOFT DOES NOT WARRANT THAT THE SERVICES WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED, ERROR-FREE, OR SECURE.

IN NO EVENT SHALL MICROSOFT, ITS AFFILIATES, OR ITS LICENSORS BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION, LOSS OF PROFITS, DATA, USE, GOODWILL, OR OTHER INTANGIBLE LOSSES, RESULTING FROM (i) YOUR ACCESS TO OR USE OF OR INABILITY TO ACCESS OR USE THE SERVICES; (ii) ANY CONDUCT OR CONTENT OF ANY THIRD PARTY ON THE SERVICES; (iii) ANY CONTENT OBTAINED FROM THE SERVICES; AND (iv) UNAUTHORIZED ACCESS, USE OR ALTERATION OF YOUR TRANSMISSIONS OR CONTENT, WHETHER BASED ON WARRANTY, CONTRACT, TORT (INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE) OR ANY OTHER LEGAL THEORY, WHETHER OR NOT MICROSOFT HAS BEEN INFORMED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGE, AND EVEN IF A REMEDY SET FORTH HEREIN IS FOUND TO HAVE FAILED OF ITS ESSENTIAL PURPOSE.

7. Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Washington, without regard to its conflict of law provisions.

8. Contact Us

If you have any questions about these Terms, please contact us at msdnlegal@microsoft.com.