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HBO Max vs Lyft: whose terms are worse?

Lyft has the better terms. HBO Max scores 81/100 (grade F) and Lyft scores 57/100 (grade D). Lower is better.

QuestionHBO MaxLyft
Can I sue them? high

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.

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Can I join a class action? high

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

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Do they own what I post? Not found in this document. low

Lyft owns all the intellectual property rights in the platform, and you don't have the right to use their trademarks or other intellectual property except as allowed by the agreement.

Does it renew on its own? high

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.

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Lyft will charge you for the services you use, and you agree to pay those charges when you use the platform.

Can they raise the price? medium

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

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Lyft can change the prices for their services at any time, and you agree to pay the prices that are in effect when you use the services.

Can they change the deal? medium

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.

medium

Lyft can change the terms of this agreement at any time, and you accept those changes by continuing to use the platform after they are made.

What if they cause harm? high

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.

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If you don't like a ride, you can't get a refund - all charges are non-refundable except where the law says they have to be.

Can they close my account? medium

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

medium

You can only have one user account, and you can't let other people use your account or create an account on behalf of someone else.

How closely am I tracked? medium

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

medium

You agree to receive communications from Lyft, but you can opt out of some messages by texting 'STOP' to the shortcode.

How long do they keep it? medium

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.

medium

Lyft can use your information to improve the platform and provide services to you, and you give them permission to do so by using the platform.

Whose courts decide? Not found in this document. low

The laws of a particular jurisdiction will apply to any disputes between you and Lyft, but it's not entirely clear which jurisdiction that will be.

Can I get my money back? high

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

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What else should I know? Not found in this document. high

You agree not to do certain things when using the platform, such as impersonating someone else or violating the law.

Generated by AI and it can be wrong. HBO Max last read September 1, 2026; Lyft last read August 27, 2026. Grades follow the published methodology.