Dropbox vs Vimeo: whose terms are worse?

If you have a dispute with Dropbox, you must try to resolve it informally first, and then you'll have to go through individual arbitration. You can't sue Dropbox in court, unless you opt out of arbitration within 30 days.

If you have a dispute with Vimeo, you'll have to resolve it through individual arbitration, not a court trial. You have 30 days to opt out of this after you start using Vimeo services.

You can't bring a class action lawsuit against Dropbox. If you have a dispute, you'll have to resolve it individually.

You can't join or start a class action lawsuit against Vimeo. If you have a problem, you'll have to resolve it individually.

When you use Dropbox, you give them permission to access, store, and scan your files to provide their services. This includes sharing your data with their affiliates and trusted third parties.

Dropbox says these terms don't give them any rights to your files, but it's not entirely clear what that means.

You give Vimeo permission to use and distribute your content when you upload it to the service.

If you have a paid Dropbox account, it will automatically renew and charge you unless you cancel it.

Your subscription will automatically renew unless you cancel it. You'll be charged for the next period if you don't cancel in time.

If you have a dispute with Vimeo, you need to try to resolve it informally first, and then you can go to arbitration if that doesn't work.

Dropbox can change the fees for their services, and they'll give you at least 30 days' notice before the change takes effect.

Dropbox can change these terms at any time, and the updated terms will be effective no less than 30 days after they notify you.

Vimeo can change its terms of service at any time, and you'll be bound by the new terms if you keep using the service.

If Dropbox's service causes you financial loss, the most you can get back is $20 or 100% of your last payment.

If Vimeo's service causes you financial loss, the most you can get back is what you paid them in the last month.

Dropbox can terminate or suspend your account at any time, and if they do, you won't be able to access your files.

Vimeo can terminate your account at any time, with or without notice, if you breach the terms of service.

Dropbox may review your conduct and content to ensure it complies with their policies, and they can terminate your account if it doesn't.

Vimeo may keep copies of your content even after you delete it.

New York State law applies to any disputes between you and Vimeo.