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Welcome to [Your Company Name] ("we," "us," or "our"). By using our website development services, you ("Client," "you," or "your") agree to the following terms and conditions.
Please read these terms carefully. If you do not agree with these terms, you should not use our services.
1. Services Provided
[Your Company Name] offers professional website development services, including but not limited to website design, development, maintenance, and optimization. Our services will be provided as outlined in the specific project proposal, and any additional work or services outside the scope of the proposal will require prior approval and additional fees.
2. Scope of Work
- The scope of work for each project will be defined in a project proposal or contract between [Your Company Name] and the Client.
- The Client agrees to provide necessary content, including text, images, and other materials, in a timely manner. Any delays in providing the required content may affect the project timeline.
- Any changes, revisions, or additional work requests made by the Client after the project has commenced may incur additional charges.
3. Timeline and Delivery
- We will make every effort to meet the timelines outlined in the project proposal. However, delays may occur due to unforeseen circumstances or delays caused by the Client in providing content or approvals.
- The final project delivery date will be agreed upon by both parties in writing, and the project will be considered complete once all deliverables have been submitted and accepted by the Client.
4. Client Responsibilities
- The Client is responsible for providing all necessary information, content, and access to systems (e.g., web hosting, domain name) required for the completion of the project.
- The Client agrees to review and provide feedback on the work in a timely manner. Delays in feedback or approval may affect the project timeline.
- The Client must ensure they have the legal right to use any content, images, trademarks, or other materials they provide to [Your Company Name].
5. Payment Terms
- A deposit is required to begin work on the project. The deposit amount and payment schedule will be outlined in the project proposal or contract.
- Final payment is due upon project completion, before the website is launched or delivered to the Client. Additional fees may apply for ongoing maintenance or updates after the project is complete.
- Payment must be made within the specified timeframe, and late payments may incur additional charges or delays in the completion of the project.
6. Intellectual Property
- Upon full payment, the Client will own the rights to the final website, including the design and content provided by the Client.
- [Your Company Name] retains the right to use the website for portfolio purposes and marketing materials unless otherwise agreed upon.
- [Your Company Name] reserves the right to include a small footer credit with a link to our website, unless explicitly requested to remove it by the Client.
7. Third-Party Services
- [Your Company Name] may use third-party services or tools (e.g., plugins, themes, or integrations) during the development of the website. The Client is responsible for any ongoing costs associated with these third-party services, including licensing fees, subscriptions, or renewal costs.
- [Your Company Name] is not responsible for any issues or downtime caused by third-party services or external platforms.
8. Website Maintenance and Updates
- After the website is completed, ongoing maintenance and updates can be provided for an additional fee. The Client is responsible for keeping their website secure and up to date, including software updates, backups, and security measures.
- [Your Company Name] is not responsible for any issues arising from outdated software, security vulnerabilities, or failure to maintain the website.
9. Confidentiality
- Both parties agree to keep all sensitive information, including business details, financial information, and any other confidential data, private and confidential.
- We will not disclose any Client data to third parties without the Client’s prior written consent, except as required by law.
10. Limitation of Liability
- [Your Company Name] will not be held liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages resulting from the use of our website development services or any issues arising from the website after it has been completed.
- While we take reasonable steps to ensure the website functions correctly, we cannot guarantee that the website will be free from errors, bugs, or interruptions.
11. Termination of Services
- Either party may terminate the contract at any time with written notice. If the Client terminates the agreement before the project is completed, the Client agrees to pay for the work completed up to the termination date.
- [Your Company Name] may terminate the agreement if the Client fails to meet payment obligations or provide necessary information or feedback within a reasonable timeframe.
12. Indemnification
- The Client agrees to indemnify and hold [Your Company Name], its employees, and agents harmless from any claims, damages, or liabilities arising from the Client’s use of the website or any breach of these terms and conditions.
13. Governing Law
- These terms and conditions shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of [Your Country/State], without regard to its conflict of law principles.
14. Amendments
- [Your Company Name] reserves the right to modify these terms and conditions at any time. Any changes will be posted on this page, and it is the Client’s responsibility to review these terms periodically.
15. Acceptance
By engaging with [Your Company Name] for website development services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to these terms and conditions.
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