Terms of Service
Last updated: January 2024
1. Agreement to Terms
By accessing and using this website, you accept and agree to be bound by the terms and provisions of this agreement. If you do not agree to these terms, please do not use this website.
2. Services
YourName Design Studio provides freelance packaging design services including but not limited to: concept development, brand identity, packaging design, structural design, 3D mockups, and production support.
3. Project Scope and Deliverables
3.1 Project Agreement
All projects begin with a written agreement outlining scope, deliverables, timeline, and payment terms. This agreement must be signed by both parties before work commences.
3.2 Revisions
Each project phase includes a specified number of revision rounds. Additional revisions beyond the agreed scope will be billed at the hourly rate specified in the project agreement.
4. Payment Terms
4.1 Deposits
A 50% deposit is required before project commencement. The remaining balance is due upon project completion before final file delivery.
4.2 Late Payments
Invoices are due within 14 days of issue. Late payments may incur interest charges of 1.5% per month or the maximum allowed by law.
5. Intellectual Property
5.1 Ownership
Upon full payment, you will own the final approved designs and have the right to use them for the intended purpose as outlined in the project agreement.
5.2 Designer Rights
We retain the right to display completed work in our portfolio and use it for promotional purposes unless otherwise agreed in writing.
5.3 Working Files
Source files and working documents remain the property of YourName Design Studio unless specifically purchased and agreed upon in the project scope.
6. Client Responsibilities
Clients are responsible for:
- Providing clear project briefs and necessary materials
- Timely feedback and approvals
- Verifying accuracy of all content before approval
- Obtaining necessary licenses for stock images, fonts, etc.
- Production coordination and quality control
7. Cancellation and Refunds
7.1 Client Cancellation
If a client cancels a project, they will be charged for all work completed to date. The deposit is non-refundable.
7.2 Designer Cancellation
We reserve the right to terminate a project if the client breaches these terms or engages in abusive behavior. In such cases, a refund may be issued at our discretion.
8. Liability
8.1 Limitation
Our liability is limited to the total amount paid for the specific project in question. We are not liable for any indirect, consequential, or incidental damages.
8.2 Production Issues
While we provide production-ready files to industry standards, we are not responsible for printing or manufacturing errors. Clients should request and approve physical proofs before mass production.
9. Confidentiality
We treat all client information and project details as confidential and will not disclose them to third parties without permission, except as required by law.
10. Force Majeure
We are not liable for delays or failures due to circumstances beyond our reasonable control, including natural disasters, pandemics, wars, or technical failures.
11. Governing Law
These terms are governed by the laws of France and the European Union. Any disputes will be resolved in the appropriate courts of our jurisdiction.
12. Changes to Terms
We reserve the right to modify these terms at any time. Existing projects will be governed by the terms in effect when the project agreement was signed.
13. Contact
For questions about these terms, please contact us at smoujid1@gmail.com