A Minnesota Non-Exclusive Software Reseller Agreement is a legally binding contract between a software developer or publisher, referred to as the "licensor," and a reseller, known as the "licensee," based in the state of Minnesota. This agreement outlines the terms and conditions under which the licensee is authorized to distribute, sell, or otherwise promote the licensor's software products. A non-exclusive reseller agreement means that the licensor can enter into similar agreements with multiple resellers, granting them the right to sell the software alongside others. This type of agreement allows the licensor to reach a wider audience by leveraging the reseller's expertise and market reach. The Minnesota Non-Exclusive Software Reseller Agreement typically includes key elements such as: 1. Grant of Rights: The agreement specifies that the licensor grants the licensee non-exclusive rights to resell the software products within Minnesota. This section may outline any limitations on territories, markets, or customer segments the licensee can target. 2. Intellectual Property: It is crucial to address the intellectual property rights of the software. The agreement should state that the licensee acknowledges that all intellectual property rights reside with the licensor and that the licensee has no ownership or rights to the software itself, except as permitted for reselling purposes. 3. Pricing and Payment: Details regarding the pricing structure, payment terms, and any commission rates for the licensee should be clearly defined. It may also specify how the licensee can use discounts, bundle deals, or promotional offers to market the software. 4. Marketing and Promotion: This section outlines the licensee's responsibilities for marketing and promoting the software, including any branding requirements or guidelines provided by the licensor. It may also include provisions related to marketing materials, advertising, and online promotion. 5. Support and Maintenance: The agreement can address the licensee's responsibilities for providing customer support and software maintenance or specify that such services will be handled directly by the licensor. 6. Confidentiality: To protect the licensor's confidential information, the agreement should contain provisions requiring the licensee to maintain strict confidentiality and prevent unauthorized disclosure of any trade secrets, proprietary information, or customer data. Other types of non-exclusive software reseller agreements in Minnesota can include variations based on specific software categories or industries. For example: — Minnesota Non-Exclusive SaaS Reseller Agreement: Focusing on the reselling of Software as a Service (SaaS) products. — Minnesota Non-Exclusive Mobile App Reseller Agreement: Designed for reselling mobile applications developed by the licensor. — Minnesota Non-Exclusive Vertical Software Reseller Agreement: Tailored for industry-specific software solutions sold through resellers catering to a particular market segment. When entering into any non-exclusive software reseller agreement, it is recommended that both parties seek legal counsel to ensure compliance with Minnesota state laws and to customize the agreement to their specific business needs.