ChatGPT Prompt for Writing Terms of Service
Drafting Terms of Service (ToS) is a crucial legal step for any website, mobile app, or online service. These documents govern the relationship between the publisher and users, define rights and obligations, and protect the company in case of disputes. Traditionally entrusted to a specialized lawyer, this task can now be accelerated with ChatGPT, which can generate a structured and comprehensive first draft in minutes. By providing the model with key information about your activity—nature of the service, data collected, applicable jurisdiction, liability limitations—you obtain a coherent document covering essential clauses: purpose, service access, intellectual property, personal data, liability, and termination. ChatGPT excels particularly in the logical structuring of articles and the use of appropriate legal vocabulary. However, note that the result constitutes a solid starting point but does not replace validation by a legal professional to ensure compliance with GDPR, the Consumer Code, and sector-specific regulations applicable to your activity.
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Act as a legal expert specialized in digital law and draft comprehensive Terms of Service for my service. Here is the information:
- Service name: [SERVICE_NAME]
- Service type: [e-commerce site / SaaS / mobile app / marketplace / blog]
- Country and jurisdiction: France
- Target audience: [individuals / professionals / both]
- Personal data collected: [email, name, address, payment data, cookies...]
- Main features: [describe key features]
- User-generated content: [yes/no, specify]
- Paid subscription: [yes/no, specify terms]
The Terms of Service must include the following sections:
- Purpose and scope
- Definitions of key terms
- Access and registration conditions
- Service description
- User obligations
- Intellectual property
- Personal data protection (GDPR compliant)
- Limitation of liability
- Content moderation (if applicable)
- Financial terms (if applicable)
- Duration, termination, and account suspension
- Modification of ToS
- Applicable law and dispute resolution
- Contact and complaints
Use a professional yet accessible tone. Number each article and sub-article. Add the effective date [DATE]. Conclude with an explicit acceptance clause.
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Why this prompt works
This prompt works due to the role assignment (legal expert) which activates a precise legal language register, combined with a mandatory article structure that prevents missing essential clauses. The bracketed variables force the user to contextualize the document, producing specific rather than generic ToS, while the explicit mention of GDPR and French law guides the model toward the appropriate regulatory framework.
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Expected Output
You will obtain a ToS document structured in 14 numbered articles, covering all fundamental legal aspects of your service. The text will use professional legal vocabulary while remaining understandable, with clauses tailored to your type of activity, ready to be reviewed by a lawyer for final validation before publication.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are T&Cs generated by ChatGPT legally valid?
T&Cs generated by ChatGPT provide a solid starting point but aren't legally guaranteed as-is. The model may produce vague wording, omit obligations specific to your industry, or include clauses considered unfair under applicable case law. The document absolutely must be reviewed and validated by a lawyer specializing in digital law before publication. ChatGPT saves you time on structure and initial drafting, but legal liability remains yours.
How do you adapt the generated T&Cs to be GDPR compliant?
To ensure GDPR compliance, check that your T&Cs explicitly mention: the identity of the data controller, the specific purposes for each data processing activity, the lawful bases used (consent, contract, legitimate interest), data retention periods, users' rights (access, rectification, erasure, portability, objection), the DPO's contact details if applicable, and any data transfers outside the EU. Specify the exact data you collect in your prompt so ChatGPT generates specific GDPR clauses rather than generic ones.
How often should you update your T&Cs and how can you use ChatGPT for this?
T&Cs must be updated whenever a significant change occurs: new feature, business model change, subcontractor switch, legislative update, or new case law. In practice, an annual review is recommended at minimum. To update using ChatGPT, provide it with your current T&Cs and describe the changes to be incorporated. Ask it to produce a before/after comparison and draft the user notification email, as the law requires informing users of any substantial changes and obtaining their acceptance.
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