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The License To Use Agreement is essential for businesses and individuals who wish to grant or receive rights to use specific intellectual property, software, or other proprietary materials without transferring ownership. This document type is particularly relevant in the Dutch legal context, where it must comply with both national legislation (including the Dutch Civil Code and Copyright Act) and applicable EU regulations. The agreement typically covers crucial elements such as scope of permitted use, duration, territorial restrictions, payment terms, and user obligations. It's commonly used in software licensing, content distribution, technology transfers, and various other commercial arrangements where controlled use of proprietary materials is required. The agreement should be carefully drafted to balance the licensor's need to protect their intellectual property rights with the licensee's need for clear usage rights and obligations.
