Terms of Service for DavidKeyes.com
Welcome to davidkeyes.com—the digital hub where I showcase my creative work and collaborate with awesome clients like you. By using this website or engaging with my services, you’re agreeing to these Terms of Service (aka “the rules”). I’ve done my best to keep things straightforward and easy to follow, so grab a coffee, and take a quick read.
If you have any questions, feel free to reach out.
1. Your Responsibilities:
Using my site or working with me means treating it—and me!—with respect. Here’s what I expect from you:
- Play Nice: Don’t engage in any nasty behavior, like hacking, scraping content, or using my site in ways it wasn’t intended.
- Honesty Is the Best Policy: If you provide any info (like contact details), make sure it’s accurate and up-to-date.
- Appreciate the Work: The designs and content on davidkeyes.com reflect my blood, sweat, and creativity. Feel free to admire them, but please don’t steal, copy, or repurpose them without permission.
Basically, treat my site and services like you’d want yours to be treated—fair, honest, and drama-free.
2. Payment Terms
Here’s how it works when you hire me for freelance design services:
- Getting Started: Before we kick off a project, we’ll agree on the scope, timeline, and total cost (so there are no surprises). I might require a deposit to secure your spot in my schedule—this locks me in to focus on your work.
- Invoices: Once we’re rolling, I’ll send you an invoice based on our agreed terms. Payments are due within [Insert Timeframe, e.g., 14 Days] unless we discuss otherwise.
- Methods of Payment: I accept [Insert Payment Methods, e.g., PayPal, credit card, wire transfer]. You’ll find all the details on the invoice.
- Late Payments: If life gets busy and you miss a payment, no sweat—just shoot me an email. That said, consistent delays may incur a late fee (because I’ve got bills to pay too).
Good communication is key, so just keep me in the loop if you need adjustments, and we’ll work it out.
3. Project Scope
Every project is unique, which is why clear expectations are so important. Before we start, we’ll agree on a project scope that includes:
- What I’ll deliver (e.g., design drafts, final files).
- How many revisions are included (usually [Insert Number, e.g., 2-3 revisions], but we’ll tailor it to your needs).
- The timeline for milestones and final delivery.
If you’d like to add something extra or make changes mid-project, that’s totally cool—we’ll just chat first and adjust the scope (and budget) accordingly.
4. Intellectual Property Rights
Here’s the lowdown on who owns what:
- Your Rights: Once I deliver the final project and you’ve paid in full, it’s all yours to use as agreed! You can launch it, print it, or frame it—go wild.
- My Rights: I reserve the right to showcase the work in my portfolio, social media, or promotional materials (because, hey, I’m proud of what we create!). If you’d rather keep things private, just let me know in advance.
- Creative Content Protection: Please don’t tweak or resell my designs without discussing it first. My work is crafted with care, and it deserves to be treated that way.
If we’re working with third-party elements (like fonts or stock images), I’ll make sure we’ve got the proper licenses.
5. Limitations of Liability
While I strive to make everything perfect, here are some boundaries on what I can promise:
- No Guarantees: The success of your project depends on many factors (like your audience and market), so while I’ll give 110%, I can’t guarantee specific outcomes.
- Tech Troubles: I do my best to ensure files and communications are secure, but I’m not responsible for unforeseen issues like data breaches or technical hiccups caused by third-party platforms.
- Indemnity: If you use my designs in ways that break the law or harm others, that’s on you—not me.
Basically, we’re in this together, but some things (like tech errors or outside influences) are out of my control.
6. Updates to These Terms
From time to time, you might find links on my site leading to other awesome places (think blogs, resources, or inspirations). But here’s the thing—once you click those links and leave davidkeyes.com, I can’t control what happens next. Those sites have their own rules, so give their privacy policies a read if you’re curious.
7. Your Rights
From time to time, I may update these Terms of Service to reflect new legal requirements or changes in how I work. Whenever I make changes, I’ll update the date at the top. It’s a good idea to check back occasionally for any updates.
Using the site or continuing to work with me after updates means you’re cool with the changes. If you have questions, just ask—I’m all about transparency!
Questions?
I’m here to make this process as smooth and enjoyable as possible. If you have questions on these policies, or just want to say hi, shoot me a message at [email protected].
