Terms of Service
Agreement to Terms
By engaging Coastform Studio for any service — web design, SEO copywriting, branding, or Google Ads management — you agree to the following terms. These terms apply to all projects and engagements, regardless of how the initial inquiry was made.
Services
Coastform Studio provides the following services to clients:
- Custom web design and development
- SEO strategy and copywriting
- Brand identity design
- Google Ads campaign management
The specific scope, deliverables, and timeline for each project are outlined in a written proposal or agreement provided before work begins. Work does not begin until scope and payment terms are agreed upon in writing.
Payment
Project fees are outlined in the proposal. Most projects require a deposit before work begins, with the remaining balance due upon completion or at milestones specified in the project agreement. Ongoing services such as Google Ads management are billed monthly.
Invoices are due within 14 days of the invoice date unless otherwise agreed. Late payments may result in work being paused until the balance is resolved.
Revisions
Each project includes a defined number of revision rounds as stated in the proposal. Revisions beyond that scope are billed at the applicable hourly rate. Requests for significant changes in direction mid-project may require a revised scope and updated quote.
Client Responsibilities
Timely delivery of content, feedback, and approvals is essential to keeping projects on schedule. Delays caused by the client — including delayed feedback, missing assets, or changes in direction — may affect project timelines and are not the responsibility of Coastform Studio.
The client is responsible for ensuring all materials provided (copy, images, brand assets) do not infringe on third-party intellectual property rights.
Intellectual Property
Upon receipt of final payment, the client receives full ownership of all custom deliverables created for their project, including final design files and source code. Coastform Studio retains the right to display completed work in its portfolio unless otherwise agreed in writing.
Any third-party assets incorporated into a project (stock photography, licensed fonts, plugins) remain subject to their respective licenses, which are the client's responsibility to maintain after project handoff.
Confidentiality
Any sensitive business information shared during an engagement is treated as confidential. Coastform Studio does not share client information with third parties outside of what is necessary to deliver the agreed-upon services.
Limitation of Liability
Coastform Studio is not liable for any indirect, incidental, or consequential damages arising from the use of deliverables or services. Total liability is limited to the fees paid for the specific project or service in question.
Coastform Studio does not guarantee specific search engine rankings, advertising performance outcomes, or revenue results from any service. All digital marketing efforts involve uncertainty inherent to third-party platforms.
Termination
Either party may terminate a project engagement with written notice. If the client terminates, any work completed to date is billable at the agreed project rate, prorated for the work delivered. Deposits are non-refundable once work has begun.
Governing Law
These terms are governed by the laws of the State of California. Any disputes arising from an engagement with Coastform Studio will be resolved in San Diego County, California.
Changes to These Terms
These terms may be updated periodically. The date at the top of the page reflects the most recent revision. Continued engagement with Coastform Studio after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the updated terms.
Contact
Questions about these terms can be sent to action@coastformstudio.com.