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== Retroactively amended purchases ==
 
A retroactively amended purchase is a purchase wherein the terms, functionality, or usability of a product or service are altered after the purchase. These changes may result from policy updates, the deprecation of supporting infrastructure, or other modifications that affect the consumer’s ability to fully use or benefit from their purchase.


=== Overview ===
=== Overview ===
A retroactively amended purchase is a purchase wherein the terms, functionality, or usability of a product or service are altered after the purchase. These changes may result from policy updates, the deprecation of supporting infrastructure, or other modifications that affect the consumer’s ability to fully use or benefit from their purchase.


This concept highlights a broader issue of ownership and consumer rights in a world increasingly dominated by digital locks, proprietary architectures, and subscription-based models. It often includes changes that render products non-functional or limit their intended use, sparking debates about fairness, transparency, and ethical business practices.
Retroactively amended purchases highlight a broader issue of ownership and consumer rights in a world increasingly dominated by digital locks, proprietary architectures, and subscription-based models. It often includes changes that render products non-functional or limit their intended use, sparking debates about fairness, transparency, and ethical business practices.


=== Characteristics ===
=== Characteristics ===
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==== Policy-Driven Changes ====
==== Policy-Driven Changes ====
[[Retroactive police enforcement|Retroactive enforcement]] of warranty conditions, such as voiding coverage for using third-party components, alters the original purchase agreement to the detriment of the consumer.  
[[Retroactive policy enforcement|Retroactive enforcement]] of warranty conditions, such as voiding coverage for using third-party components, alters the original purchase agreement to the detriment of the consumer.  


==== Service Subscriptions ====
==== Service Subscriptions ====