1. Project.
The above-named client is engaging AskMePc-WebDesign for the
specific project of designing/redesigning the company's or person's
Web Site as detailed here: (Complete details would be
here.)
2. Authorization.
The above-named client is engaging AskMePc-WebDesign, a sole
proprietor, as an independent contractor. If the above-named
project requires developing and/or improving a World Wide Web site,
if the above named client wishes to have AskMePc-WebDesign install
the client's web space with Askmepc webhosting web server,
permission to do such is granted. If the client prefers to have the
site hosted elsewhere, client hereby authorizes AskMePc-WebDesign
to access this account, and authorizes the Internet Service
Provider to provide AskMePc-WebDesign with "write permission" for
the client's web page directory, cgi-bin directory, and any other
directories or programs which need to be accessed for this project.
The client also authorizes AskMePc-WebDesign to publicize their
completed Web site to Web search engines, as well as other Web
directories and indexes, if this is included in the scope of the
project.
3. Hourly Rate.
Work under this contract shall be billed at the hourly rate of $45
/hour unless an amount was agreed upon for the job (see details in
Packages available).
4. ISP.
The client understands that any Internet Service Provider
(ISP) services require a separate contract with the ISP of the
client's choice. The client agrees to select an ISP which allows
AskMePc-WebDesign full access to the Web site and a cgi-bin
directory via FTP or to sign up for web hosting with
AskMePc-WebDesign.
5. Completion Date.
AskMePc-WebDesign and the client must work together to
complete the project in a timely fashion. We agree to work
expeditiously to complete the project no later than
_____________________.
6. Payment of Fees and Expenses.
A deposit of 50% ($______________) of the total estimated
project $__________ shall be remitted upon signing this contract.
In addition,AskMePc-WebDesign hourly rate/and or chosen Package
Rate, and project expenses minus the 50% deposit shall be billed at
project completion.
All payments will be made in U.S. funds. If paying by check,
you agree that should your bank return your check for any reason,
you will be liable for any additional fees incurred by
AskMePc-WebDesign. You further agree that should your bank return
your check(s), for any reason, AskMePc-WebDesign will charge you a
$30.00 fee and you will be responsible for payment in full upon
notification by your bank, and/or AskMePc-WebDesign.
7. Performance Liability.
AskMePc-WebDesign does not warrant that the functions supplied by
Web pages, consultation, advice, or Internet Web site will meet the
client's requirements or that the operation of Web pages will be
uninterrupted or error-free. The entire risk as to the quality and
performance of the Web pages and Web site is with client. In no
event will AskMePc-WebDesign be liable to the client or any third
party for any damages, including any lost profits, lost savings or
other incidental, consequential or special damages arising out of
the operation of or inability to operate these Web pages or Web
site.
8. Copyrights and Trademarks.
The client represents to AskMePc-WebDesign and
unconditionally guarantees that any elements of text, graphics,
photos, designs, trademarks, or other artwork furnished to
AskMePc-WebDesign for inclusion in Web pages are owned by the
client, or that the client has permission from the rightful owner
to use each of these elements, and will hold harmless, protect, and
defend AskMePc-WebDesign from any claim or suit arising from the
use of such elements furnished by the client.
9. Copyright to Web Pages.
Copyright to the finished assembled work of Web pages
produced by AskMePc-WebDesign is owned by AskMePc-WebDesign. Upon
final payment of this contract, the client is assigned rights to
use as a Web site the design, graphics, and text contained in the
finished assembled Web site. Rights to photos, graphics, source
code, work-up files, and computer programs are specifically not
transferred to the client, and remain the property of their
respective owners.
10. Payment Terms.
It is imperative that payments be made promptly and as
detailed in this web design contract. Source files will be stored
temporarily, for client review, on AskMePc-WebDesigns server or the
client's ISP account and will be uploaded to go live when full
payment is received. If an amount remains delinquent 30 days after
its invoice date, an additional 5% penalty will be added for each
month of delinquency. AskMePc-WebDesign reserves the right to
remove Web pages from viewing on the Internet until final payment
is made. If case collection proves necessary, the client agrees to
pay all fees incurred in that process. This web design contract
becomes effective only when signed by AskMePc-WebDesign.
11. Sole Agreement.
The agreement contained in this "Service Agreement"
constitutes the sole agreement between AskMePc-WebDesign and the
client regarding the project outlined above. Any additional work
not specified in this contract requires a separate agreement. All
prices specified in this contract will be honored for three (3)
months after both parties sign this contract. Continued services
after that time will require a new agreement.
12. Initial Payment and Refund Policy.
This agreement begins with an initial payment of
$_____________. If the client halts work and applies for a refund
within 30 days, to AskMePc-WebDesign, work completed shall be
billed at the hourly rate stated above, and deducted from the
initial payment, the balance of which shall be returned to the
client. If, at the time of the request for refund, work has been
completed beyond the amount covered by the initial payment, the
client shall be liable to pay for all work completed at the hourly
rate stated above. No portion of this initial payment will be
refunded unless written application is made within 30 days of
signing this contract.
The undersigned agrees to the terms of this web
design contract on behalf of his or her organization or
business.