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Can I offer a freemium version of my product or service in California? What are the requirements?
Requirements for Offering Freemium Version of Product or Service in California
If you are planning to offer a freemium version of your product or service in California, there are certain requirements that you need to comply with.
Firstly, you need to ensure that your freemium version complies with California’s consumer protection laws, including the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) [1]([1]). This means that you need to provide clear and conspicuous disclosures about your data collection and sharing practices, and obtain explicit consent from users before collecting their personal information [3]([3]).
Secondly, you need to ensure that your freemium version does not violate any false advertising or unfair competition laws in California. This means that you need to provide accurate and truthful information about your product or service, and not engage in any deceptive or misleading practices [5]([5]).
Thirdly, you need to ensure that your freemium version complies with any applicable industry-specific regulations in California. For example, if you are offering a financial product or service, you may need to comply with the regulations of the California Department of Financial Protection and Innovation [2]([2]).
Conclusion
In summary, if you are planning to offer a freemium version of your product or service in California, you need to comply with California’s consumer protection laws, false advertising and unfair competition laws, and any applicable industry-specific regulations. It is recommended that you consult with a legal professional to ensure that you are in compliance with all relevant laws and regulations.
Source(s):
- [1] Intuit: Administrative Part 3 Complaint (Public)
- [2] S-1
- [3] Notice of Settlement with State Attorneys General
- [5] Respondent Intuit Inc.’s Opposition to Complaint Counsel’s Motion in …
Jurisdiction
California