UK GDPR and Data Protection Act 2018: Core data protection legislation governing how personal data must be processed, stored, and protected. Essential for defining data handling terms in the SaaS agreement.
Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR): Specific rules for electronic communications, cookies, and direct marketing. Relevant for SaaS services' communication and tracking features.
Consumer Rights Act 2015: Fundamental consumer protection legislation defining rights for digital content and services. Critical for B2C SaaS agreements.
Consumer Contracts Regulations 2013: Governs distance selling and electronic contracts, including cancellation rights and information requirements for online services.
Electronic Commerce Regulations 2002: Regulates electronic commerce transactions and information society services, including requirements for online contract formation.
Unfair Contract Terms Act 1977: Controls unfair terms in contracts, particularly regarding limitation of liability and consumer rights. Essential for balanced contractual terms.
Copyright, Designs and Patents Act 1988: Protects intellectual property rights, crucial for defining ownership and usage rights of software and content in SaaS services.
Network and Information Systems Regulations 2018: Sets security requirements for digital service providers, including cloud computing services.
Electronic Communications Act 2000: Provides legal framework for electronic signatures and electronic contract formation.
Competition Act 1998: Ensures fair competition and prevents anti-competitive practices in service provision.
Misrepresentation Act 1967: Governs false or misleading statements made during contract formation, relevant for service descriptions and capabilities.
Trade Marks Act 1994: Protects brand names and marks, important for defining permitted use of trademarks and branding in the SaaS context.
