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Why legalese exists
Contracts are written in dense legal language to reduce ambiguity and to protect the party that drafted them. The clearer the contract is to you, the harder it is to hide unfavorable terms.
Sneaky Terms translates that language into plain English so you can see what the contract actually says.
See what legalese really means
Real examples of contract clauses translated into plain English
"The party of the first part shall indemnify and hold harmless the party of the second part from any and all claims, damages, losses, costs, and expenses."
If something goes wrong, you pay for everything: their legal fees, damages, all of it.
"This agreement shall automatically renew for successive one (1) year terms unless either party provides written notice of non-renewal at least sixty (60) days prior to the expiration of the then-current term."
The contract renews every year automatically. You must cancel in writing 60 days before it ends or you're locked in for another year.
"In no event shall the aggregate liability of the Company exceed the total fees paid by Client in the twelve (12) month period preceding the claim."
If they mess up, the most you'll ever get back is what you paid them in the last year, no matter how much damage they caused.
"The parties agree to resolve any and all disputes arising out of this agreement through binding arbitration in accordance with the rules of the American Arbitration Association."
You give up your right to sue. All disputes go through a private process the company controls, not a court you can access independently.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is legalese?
Legalese is the formal, technical language used in contracts to make them hard for normal people to read. Terms like "indemnify," "notwithstanding," and "force majeure" are designed to obscure what you are actually agreeing to. Sneaky Terms translates all of it into plain English.
How do I understand legal jargon in my contract?
Upload your contract to Sneaky Terms and every clause gets translated into plain English. You will see what each clause actually means, how it could affect you, and what to push back on. The free preview shows your overall Sneaky Score and the most concerning clause.
Can AI translate legal documents accurately?
Yes. Sneaky Terms uses AI to break down every clause, flag one-sided terms, and explain them in simple language. It is not a substitute for a lawyer when the stakes are serious, but it helps you understand what you are signing and ask the right questions.
What are common hidden clauses in contracts?
Auto-renewal that locks you in without notice, broad indemnification that makes you pay for their mistakes, liability caps that limit what you can claim, and mandatory arbitration that takes away your right to go to court. One-sided termination clauses and non-competes that restrict your future work are also common. Sneaky Terms flags all of these.
What does "read the fine print" actually mean?
It means reading the parts of a contract that are easy to skip over. The fine print is where companies bury auto-renewal terms, liability waivers, and dispute clauses that matter most. Sneaky Terms reads it for you and highlights what you should care about.
What types of contracts does Sneaky Terms work on?
Any contract written in English. Employment offers, leases, NDAs, freelance agreements, severance packages, real estate contracts, and business agreements. If it has clauses, Sneaky Terms can read them.
Is this legal advice?
No. Sneaky Terms tells you what a clause means and whether it is one-sided. What you do about it is your call. For anything serious, talk to a local lawyer.
What happens to my document after I upload it?
No. Your contract is processed and deleted immediately. It is never saved to your account or retained in our system. Only your analysis results are stored, and only to your account.