HBO Max vs Instagram: whose terms are worse?

Any disputes with HBO Max will be resolved through arbitration, rather than in court, and you will not be able to participate in a class action lawsuit.

You waive your right to participate in a class action lawsuit against HBO Max.

Instagram uses your personal data to show you ads that are more relevant to you. They don't sell your personal data, but they do use it to help advertisers understand their audience.

When you post content on Instagram, you grant them a non-exclusive, royalty-free, transferable license to use it. This means they can use, distribute, and display your content without paying you.

Your subscription will automatically renew at the end of each billing period, and you will be charged the applicable Subscription Fee unless you cancel before the renewal date.

Your Subscription Provider may change the amount of the Subscription Fee, and you will be notified of the change in accordance with applicable law.

HBO Max may change the Terms of Use at any time, and it's your responsibility to review the changes and understand how they affect your use of the Platform.

Instagram can change their Terms of Use at any time, and if you continue to use the service, you'll be bound by the updated terms.

If HBO Max's service causes you financial losses, you can only recover up to the amount you paid for your last month's subscription.

If Instagram's service causes you any financial losses, the most you can get back is what you paid them in the last month. They also don't guarantee their service will be safe and secure or work perfectly all the time.

HBO Max may restrict, suspend, or cancel your Subscription due to lack of payment or other reasons specified in the Terms of Use.

If you don't agree to the updated Terms, you can delete your account. If your account is terminated, Instagram will delete your content within 90 days, but it may take longer in some cases.

HBO Max uses various technologies to track your activity on the Platform, including your viewing history and device information.

Instagram collects and uses your information to provide their service and show you ads. You can control your information in the Instagram Privacy and Security Settings.

HBO Max collects personal information from you, including your viewing activity and device information, and uses it to provide the Platform and improve your experience.

After you delete your account or content, it may take up to 90 days for Instagram to completely remove it from their systems.

Any disputes with Instagram will be handled according to California law, and you may need to resolve them in a California court.

Subscription Fees are non-refundable, and you will not receive a refund if you cancel your Subscription.

You must be at least 13 years old to use Instagram. If you're under 13, you can't create an account.