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INFO 210

Unfair contract term protections for consumers

This is Information Sheet 210 (INFO 210). It explains how the law protects consumers from unfair terms in contracts for financial products and services.

In plain English

INFO 210 explains how Australian law protects consumers from unfair contract terms in financial product and service agreements.

INFO 210, from ASIC, details protections for consumers in contracts for financial products and services. It applies to businesses providing these services. The guidance clarifies what makes a contract term 'unfair'. It helps businesses avoid using such terms. This information sheet has not been updated recently.

Why it matters

Financial businesses should review their contracts. Ensure terms are fair and transparent. This reduces legal and reputational risks. It supports good consumer outcomes.

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Issuing regulator

ASIC

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Source: https://www.asic.gov.au/about-asic/what-we-do/our-role/laws-we-administer/unfair-contract-term-protections-for-consumers/. Rules Mate indexes + summarises; always verify against the regulator's live publication.