BeReal
BeReal claims broad licensing rights to globally shared content with no compensation and can sublicense it to third parties. They operate under French law exclusively and have a three-strike policy for account suspension. The terms include mandatory phone number updates and allow promotional text messages outside quiet hours.
BeReal has replaced its old three-strikes system with a more flexible enforcement approach, so rule violations can lead to anything from a content removal to a full account ban depending on how serious it is. If you're in the EU, you now have formal rights to appeal decisions and use independent dispute resolution. There's also a new paid 'No Ads' subscription available in the US, and the Streaks purchase option seems to be gone.
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BeReal claims broad licensing rights to globally shared content with no compensation and can sublicense it to third parties. They operate under French law exclusively and have a three-strike policy for account suspension. The terms include mandatory phone number updates and allow promotional text messages outside quiet hours.
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Notable Clauses
“In exchange for using our Services, you grant us a worldwide, non-exclusive, royalty-free, sublicensable license to use, copy, reproduce, process, adapt, modify, publish, transmit, display and distribute the content you share with a Globally Shared Content in any and all media or distribution method...”
“Such additional uses by BeReal, or other companies, organizations or individuals, is made with no compensation paid to you with respect to the Globally Shared Content as the use of our Services by you is hereby agreed as being sufficient compensation.”
“You and BeReal agree that all claims and disputes (whether contractual or otherwise), arising out of or relating to the Terms or User Agreement will be litigated exclusively in the courts of Paris, France and that such disputes will be governed by French law, unless this is prohibited by the laws of...”
“By using our Services you agree that BeReal, its affiliates, related companies, officers, directors, employees, agents representatives, partners and licensors, liability is limited to the maximum extent permissible in your country of residence.”
“By opting in or otherwise consenting to receive these promotional text messages, you acknowledge and agree that they may be delivered at any time and outside of standard "quiet hours" or restricted communication periods that might apply in your local jurisdiction, to the maximum extent permitted by ...”
“You are required to update your phone number immediately upon any change to your contact information. Maintaining current contact data is mandatory for account verification, security and privacy purposes.”
“Once your account is deleted, your profile and associated content will be permanently removed in accordance with our Privacy Policy .”
“You can withdraw your consent or opt-out of receiving promotional text messages at any time by turning them off in your account settings directly within the App. You may also opt-out by replying "STOP" to any text message received.”
Protect Yourself
ACTIONABLESettings and actions you can take to limit your exposure
Opt Out of Promotional Text Messages
Stop BeReal from sending you promotional texts at all hours, including outside quiet hours
- Open BeReal app → Settings → Notifications → Turn off promotional messages
- Or reply 'STOP' to any promotional text you receive
Share Only Friend Content Instead of Global
Keep your posts private to friends only to avoid the broad commercial licensing terms
- When posting, ensure you're sharing with 'Friends Only' instead of 'Global'
- Check your default sharing settings in the app preferences
Update Phone Number Immediately
Prevent account lockout by keeping your contact info current as required by their terms
- Go to Settings → Account → Phone Number whenever your number changes
- Have your old number, new number, username, and birth date ready
- Submit the update request immediately to avoid liability exclusions
Export Your Content Regularly
Back up your photos and data since you're subject to their three-strike policy
- Use your phone's screenshot/screen recording for important BeReal posts
- Manually save photos you've shared that you want to keep
- Consider weekly backups if you post frequently
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