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HBO Max vs Twitch: whose terms are worse?

Twitch has the better terms. HBO Max scores 81/100 (grade F) and Twitch scores 62/100 (grade D). Lower is better.

QuestionHBO MaxTwitch
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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You can't sue Twitch as part of a class action lawsuit.

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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How long do I have to act? Not found in this document. high

You have one year from when something goes wrong to start a lawsuit. After that, you can't sue them.

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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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.

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Twitch can change these terms at any time, and if you keep using the service, you're agreeing to the new terms.

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 their outage costs you money, the most you can get back is what you paid them last month. This limit applies even if you're a consumer in the EU, EEA, UK, or Switzerland.

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.

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Twitch can terminate your account at any time, with or without notice.

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.

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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.

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Whose courts decide? Not found in this document. medium

Any disputes will be governed by California law and resolved in California courts, unless you're a consumer in the EU, EEA, UK, or Switzerland, in which case you can resolve disputes in your local courts.

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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Who is allowed to use it? Not found in this document. high

You must be at least 13 years old to use Twitch.

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

You agree to compensate Twitch for any damages or losses they incur due to your use of the service.

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