1. Scope of Services

I provide custom WordPress development, including but not limited to theme customization, plugin integration, and site maintenance.

• Specific project deliverables, timelines, and fees will be outlined in a separate Project Proposal or Statement of Work (SOW).
• Any requests outside the original scope will be subject to additional fees.

2. Client Responsibilities

To ensure project success, the Client agrees to:

• Provide all necessary branding assets (logos, images, copy) in a timely manner.
• Secure and maintain their own hosting and domain registration (unless otherwise agreed upon).
• Provide administrative access to the WordPress dashboard and hosting environment as needed.

3. Payment Terms

• Deposits: A non-refundable deposit of [e.g., 50%] is required before work commences.
• Final Payment: The remaining balance is due upon project completion and prior to the transfer of ownership or “go-live.”
• Late Fees: Payments delayed by more than [Number] days may incur a late fee of [Amount/%].

4. Intellectual Property

• Ownership: Upon full payment, the Client owns the final website design and custom code.
• Usage Rights: I retain the right to showcase the completed project in my professional portfolio and marketing materials.
• Third-Party Licenses: Any premium themes or plugins used remain the property of their respective creators. The Client is responsible for maintaining active licenses for these tools.

5. Revisions and Feedback

• Projects include [Number, e.g., two] rounds of revisions.
• Major structural changes requested after the design has been approved will be billed at my standard hourly rate.

6. Warranty and Liability

• “As-Is” Delivery: While I strive for perfection, software and web environments are constantly changing. Services are provided “as-is” without a warranty of uninterrupted service.
• Limitation of Liability: I am not liable for any lost profits, data loss, or third-party hacks occurring after the project has been handed over.

7. Termination

Either party may terminate the agreement with [Number] days’ written notice. In the event of termination, the Client will be billed for all work completed up to the date of cancellation.