CPT's earlier work on UCITA (when it was called UCC 2B) is available here.

Understanding How UCITA Harms Consumers

UCITA is a complex and convoluted document. Even something as basic as the scope of UCITA is the subject to a range of often conflicting interpretations. CPT is in the process of assembling several guides to help consumers understand UCITA.

Are Shrinkwrap Licenses Legally Enforceable? Court opinions regarding Shrinkwrap and Clickwrap licenses. UCITA and Conspicuousness. Many software publishers insist on concealing their License Agreements from the consumer until after a purchase has been finalized. This practice significantly harms the consumer's ability to make an informed purchase. Read the text of UCITA including official Comments and Amendments.

CPT's Collection of Current Shrinkwrap and Clickwrap Contract Terms Most consumers don't read the fine print that accompanies software or Internet-based services. These non-negotiable, standard form "shrinkwrap" or "clickwrap" contracts of adhesion are "activated" when the consumer signifies his assent by breaking a plastic seal, installing the software, or clicking on a virtual button marked I Agree -- actions regarded as little more than formalities. Currently, the enforceability of shrinkwrap contract terms is questionable. UCITA seeks to change that. A good way to understand the implications UCITA will have on consumers is to view examples of these contract terms. Click on the button to see CPT's collection of shrinkwrap/clickwrap contract terms. .

Resources on UCITA

CPT's UCITA E-mail List

CPT has recently created an e-mail list to facilitate discussion about UCITA. This e-mail list is open to all -- consumers interested in learning more about UCITA, lawyers, policymakers, journalists, software industry advocates -- regardless of opinion or experience. The list is simply called "ucita". To subscribe or view the list archives, click on the links below.