# Cloud-Terms | = | |
ProseObject version of github.com/bonterms/Cloud-Terms/ | = | |
This repo is Unofficial. See the repo above and https//bonterms.com for the real thing. | = | |
Mount in a CommonAccord app as /G/Bonterms/Cloud-Terms/ | = | |
Dependencies include /G/Z/ | = | |
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ORIGINAL BONTERMS README.md | = | |
# Cloud Terms | = | |
Best-practice, balanced, open source SaaS/cloud subscription terms | = | |
## About Bonterms | = | |
[Bonterms](https://bonterms.com/) provides best-practice, balanced, open source legal forms for the enterprise. Bonterms forms are standard forms that you modify as necessary for your transaction through a Cover Page. Make sure to have a lawyer review Bonterms forms before use in any circumstance. | = | |
## How the Cloud Terms were Created | = | |
The Cloud Terms were drafted by the [Bonterms Open Source Forms Committee](https://bonterms.com/committee/). The Cloud Terms went through six major drafts, three sub-committees (Data, Risk and General Terms) and multiple meetings, surveys and discussions over seven months. | = | |
## How to Use | = | |
1. **Review** the Cloud Terms with your lawyer. | = | |
2. **Prepare** your Cover Page ([example](https://bonterms.com/#download-cloud-terms)). | = | |
- Identify the parties, Effective Date and other **Key Terms**. | = | |
- Propose any **Additional Terms** ([examples](https://bonterms.com/#download-cloud-terms)). | = | |
- Attach any Support, SLA, DPA or other **Attachments** | = | |
3. **Send** your Cover Page (and Attachments) to your counterparty. | = | |
- Add a cover note or try our [Explainer](https://bonterms.com/#download-cloud-terms). | = | |
4. **Negotiate** the Cover Page and Attachments. | = | |
5. **Sign** the Cover Page and create your **Cloud Agreement**! | = | |
6. **Issue** or receive Orders ([example](https://bonterms.com/#download-cloud-terms)). | = | |
## Open Source | = | |
The Cloud Terms and all other standard Bonterms forms are free to use under [CC BY 4.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/legalcode). | = | |
## Feedback or questions? | = | |
Reach out to support@bonterms.com. | = | |