Contract Glossary
Renewal
Definition
A renewal clause extends your contract beyond its original end date. Auto-renewal means it renews automatically unless someone says 'stop' within the notice window. Miss that window and you're locked in for another term.
In Practice
Your SaaS contract auto-renews annually with a 60-day notice requirement. The contract ends December 31. To cancel, you need to send written notice by November 1. You forget. On January 1, you're committed for another full year at $3,600/month — $43,200 you didn't plan to spend. Calendar reminders aren't optional; they're financial protection.
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Frequently asked questions about renewal
Yes — but only during the notice window. Most auto-renewal clauses require written notice 30–90 days before the renewal date. Miss that window and you're stuck for another term. Some states (like California, New York, and Illinois) have laws requiring businesses to remind consumers before auto-renewal kicks in. For B2B contracts, you're on your own.
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