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Last updated: April 9, 2026

Agreement to Terms

By accessing or using the services of GridGhost.Dev ("Developer," "I," "me," or "my"), you ("Client," "you," or "your") agree to be bound by these Terms of Service ("Terms"). If you disagree with any part of these Terms, you must not access or use my services. These Terms constitute a legally binding agreement between you and GridGhost.Dev.

By engaging my services, you represent and warrant that you are at least 18 years of age and have the legal capacity to enter into these Terms. If you are using my services on behalf of an organization, you represent and warrant that you have the authority to bind that organization to these Terms.

Definitions

  • "Services" means the web development, design, consulting, and related services provided by GridGhost.Dev
  • "Deliverables" means the final website, code, designs, documentation, and other materials created specifically for you
  • "Project" means the specific scope of work agreed upon in a written proposal or statement of work
  • "Intellectual Property" means all copyrights, trademarks, patents, trade secrets, and other proprietary rights
  • "Third-Party Materials" means software, plugins, themes, images, fonts, or other materials not created by GridGhost.Dev

Services

I provide custom web development services including but not limited to:

  • Website design and development
  • WordPress development and customization
  • Shopify store setup and optimization
  • Static site development
  • Website audits and remediation
  • Ongoing maintenance and support

Project Process

1. Consultation and Estimate

All projects begin with a complimentary consultation to discuss your requirements, objectives, timeline, and budget. Following this consultation, I will provide a written estimate outlining the proposed scope of work and associated costs. Estimates are valid for 30 days unless otherwise stated.

2. Proposal and Agreement Execution

Upon your acceptance of the estimate, I will provide a detailed project proposal or statement of work ("SOW") specifying scope, deliverables, timeline, milestones, payment schedule, and any special terms. Work commences only after both parties have executed the agreement. No work will begin without a signed agreement and cleared deposit.

3. Payment Terms

Unless otherwise agreed in writing:

  • A non-refundable deposit of 50% of the total project fee is due before work begins
  • The remaining balance is due upon project completion, prior to final delivery of all files and launch
  • For projects exceeding $5,000, payment may be structured in milestone-based installments
  • All fees are quoted in U.S. dollars and exclude applicable taxes
  • Late payments may incur interest at 1.5% per month (18% APR) or the maximum rate permitted by law

4. Changes and Revisions

Unless otherwise specified in the SOW:

  • Projects include up to 2 rounds of revisions at designated milestones
  • Additional revisions beyond the agreed scope will be billed at my standard hourly rate
  • Substantial changes to project scope may require a change order and additional fees
  • Change orders must be agreed upon in writing before implementation

5. Client Responsibilities

You agree to:

  • Provide timely feedback, approvals, and content as specified in the project timeline
  • Provide accurate and complete information necessary for project completion
  • Review deliverables and provide consolidated feedback within agreed timeframes
  • Ensure you have rights to all materials (content, images, logos) you provide
  • Maintain current backups of your existing website before any work begins

Intellectual Property Rights

Your Content

You retain all rights to your content, logos, images, and other materials you provide to me. You warrant that you have the right to use these materials and that they do not infringe on third-party rights.

Work Product

Upon full payment, you receive ownership of the final website and related files I create specifically for your project. This does not include:

  • Third-party themes, plugins, or software (licensed separately)
  • Stock photography or assets (licensed separately)
  • My proprietary code libraries or frameworks
  • Design mockups or concepts not selected for final development

Third-Party Services

I may recommend or set up third-party services on your behalf (hosting, domains, email, analytics, etc.). You are responsible for:

  • Understanding and agreeing to third-party terms of service
  • Payment for ongoing third-party services
  • Maintaining access credentials

Website Hosting & Maintenance

Unless explicitly included in your project agreement, I do not provide ongoing website hosting or maintenance. I can recommend hosting providers and maintenance plans upon request.

Timeline & Delays

Project timelines are estimates based on the information provided at the start of the project. Delays caused by:

  • Late client feedback or content delivery
  • Scope changes requested by the client
  • Third-party service issues

may extend the timeline without additional cost to me.

Termination

Either party may terminate the project with written notice. Upon termination:

  • You pay for all work completed up to the termination date
  • I deliver any completed work and project files
  • The deposit is non-refundable but may be applied to completed work

Confidentiality

I agree to keep confidential all proprietary information you disclose during our engagement, including business plans, customer data, and trade secrets. This obligation survives termination of our agreement for a period of 3 years. You agree to keep confidential my proprietary methodologies, pricing, and non-public business information.

Limitation of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW:

  • I shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, including lost profits, lost revenue, lost data, or business interruption
  • My total liability for any claim arising from or relating to these Terms or my services shall not exceed the total amount paid by you for the specific project giving rise to the claim
  • I am not responsible for issues caused by third-party services, hosting providers, or client-provided materials
  • I am not liable for any failure or delay in performance due to causes beyond my reasonable control

Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless GridGhost.Dev and its affiliates from any claims, damages, losses, liabilities, costs, and expenses (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising from:

  • Your use of my services or deliverables
  • Your violation of these Terms
  • Your violation of any third-party rights, including intellectual property rights
  • Any materials you provide that infringe third-party rights
  • Any misrepresentation or inaccurate information you provide

Disclaimer of Warranties

MY SERVICES ARE PROVIDED "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, OR NON-INFRINGEMENT. I DO NOT WARRANT THAT THE WEBSITE WILL BE ERROR-FREE, SECURE, UNINTERRUPTED, OR MEET SPECIFIC BUSINESS RESULTS.

Force Majeure

I shall not be liable for any failure or delay in performance due to causes beyond my reasonable control, including acts of God, natural disasters, war, terrorism, strikes, shortages, or internet service failures.

Dispute Resolution

Any dispute shall first be resolved through good faith negotiation. If that fails, disputes shall be resolved through binding arbitration in Fairfax County, Virginia. Each party bears its own costs.

Severability

If any provision is held invalid, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force. Invalid provisions shall be modified to be enforceable.

Entire Agreement

These Terms constitute the entire agreement between you and me concerning the subject matter hereof and supersede all prior agreements.

Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by the laws of the Commonwealth of Virginia. You consent to exclusive jurisdiction in Fairfax County, Virginia courts.

Changes to Terms

I reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. Material changes are effective immediately upon posting. Continued use constitutes acceptance.

Contact Information

For questions about these Terms, please contact me: