Why do I need website terms of use? Any business with an online presence - even those which are not actually selling goods or services on their website - must include certain details in order to abide by the Electronic Commerce Regulations, such as full company details. Website terms and conditions are the best places to include such information. The proliferation of websites that allow user-generated content, together with ever-changing defamation laws, means that it’s important for website owners to be able to prove that they have made every effort to discourage any undesirable activity by users. Ensuring that your users understand the limitations of how they can use any website content, including text, images, videos and music, helps to secure and protect your intellectual property. How do I implement website terms of use? A prominently displayed link to the website terms of use should ideally be visible from every page on your site. At the very least, a link should ...