Improving Developer Agreement Terms
Summary
To improve your developer agreement, negotiate for joint ownership or a license to reuse your work. Shorten the non-compete duration and clarify what competitive means. Propose exceptions or a limited exclusivity period to allow work with other clients. Ensure data return or deletion terms are fair. Consulting a lawyer can help in negotiating these terms effectively.Full Conversation
Yes, provide more details about each point, especially about Restrictions and Exclusivity
Here are more details on the Restrictions and Exclusivity clauses:
Restrictions
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Non-Compete: You cannot engage in competitive activities, including developing similar tools for competitors, for two years post-termination. Consider negotiating a shorter duration or clarifying what activities are considered "competitive."
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Usage Limits: You cannot use the Tool or Deliverables for personal gain or offer them to other clients without prior written consent.
Exclusivity Clause
- Service Exclusivity: You must provide similar tool development services exclusively to the Company during the agreement term. You might negotiate exceptions or a limited exclusivity period for more flexibility to work with other clients.
If you need further clarification or have more questions, feel free to ask!
How can the agreement be changed to sound better for me?
To make the agreement more favorable for you, consider these changes:
- Intellectual Property: Request joint ownership or a license to reuse components of your work.
- Non-Compete: Negotiate a shorter non-compete duration and specify what "competitive" means.
- Exclusivity: Propose exceptions or a limited period for exclusivity.
- Termination: Ensure data return/deletion terms are reasonable for you.
Consider consulting a lawyer to help negotiate these terms effectively.
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