Terms of Service

Terms for Arlington Website Designer

Effective Date: August 3, 2025
Last Updated: August 3, 2025

These Terms of Service (“Terms”) govern your use of Arlington Website Designer’s website and services. By accessing our website or using our services, you agree to be bound by these Terms.

Service Description and Scope

Arlington Website Designer Services

We provide comprehensive web design and development services, including:

  • Website Design: Custom website design and development
  • Responsive Development: Mobile-optimized and responsive web development
  • SEO Optimization: Search engine optimization and performance enhancement
  • E-commerce Solutions: Online store setup and e-commerce functionality
  • Maintenance Services: Ongoing website maintenance and support
  • Digital Marketing: Online marketing strategy and implementation

Service Limitations

Our services are subject to the following limitations:

  • Source Material: We work with content and materials you provide or approve
  • Platform Restrictions: Development subject to current web standards and platform requirements
  • Technical Constraints: Website functionality is dependent on the hosting environment and technical specifications
  • Content Approval: All content is subject to our editorial and quality standards

User Accounts and Registration

Account Creation

To use our services, you may need to:

  • Provide Information: Submit accurate business and contact information
  • Verify Identity: Confirm business ownership and authority to make decisions
  • Accept Terms: Agree to these Terms and our Privacy Policy
  • Payment Setup: Configure payment methods for service fees

Account Responsibilities

You are responsible for:

  • Account Security: Maintaining the confidentiality of account credentials
  • Information Accuracy: Providing current and accurate business information
  • Authorized Use: Ensuring only authorized personnel have access to your account
  • Compliance: Using services in compliance with applicable laws and regulations

User Obligations and Acceptable Use

Content Requirements

You must ensure that all materials provided to us:

  • Legal Rights: You have the legal right to use all content and business materials
  • Accuracy: Information provided is truthful and accurate
  • Permissions: Necessary permissions obtained for use of images, text, and other content
  • Compliance: Content complies with applicable laws and web standards

Prohibited Uses

You may not use our services to:

  • Illegal Activities: Any unlawful purposes or activities
  • Harmful Content: Promote discrimination, harassment, or harmful activities
  • False Information: Create websites containing false or misleading claims
  • Competitive Use: Reverse engineer our processes or create competing services
  • Unauthorized Access: Attempt to access systems or data without permission

Content Standards

All content must meet our standards:

  • Professional Quality: Appropriate for business marketing purposes
  • Legal Compliance: Compliant with advertising and consumer protection laws
  • Platform Policies: Adherent to web standards and best practices
  • Brand Safety: Appropriate for your brand image and target audience

Payment Terms and Billing

Service Fees

Our services are provided according to published pricing:

  • Project-Based: Payment schedule as outlined in project agreement
  • Monthly Services: Setup fees due upon enrollment; monthly fees billed in advance
  • Additional Services: Extra revisions or rush delivery subject to additional fees
  • Maintenance Plans: Ongoing maintenance billed monthly or annually

Payment Processing

  • Accepted Methods: Stripe and Square payment processing
  • Billing Cycle: As specified in service agreement
  • Late Payments: Services may be suspended for non-payment
  • Currency: All fees quoted and billed in US Dollars

Taxes and Fees

  • Tax Responsibility: You are responsible for applicable taxes on services
  • Processing Fees: Payment processing fees as charged by payment providers
  • International Fees: Additional fees may apply for international payments

Service Delivery and Performance

Delivery Timeline

  • Project Websites: Delivered according to the agreed project timeline
  • Revisions: Revision rounds completed within the agreed timeframe
  • Rush Services: Expedited delivery available for additional fees
  • Maintenance: Ongoing maintenance performed according to the service level agreement

Quality Standards

We maintain professional quality standards:

  • Technical Quality: Modern web standards with optimized performance
  • Design Consistency: Professional design matching your brand guidelines
  • Responsive Design: Proper functionality across all device types
  • SEO Optimization: Search engine optimized structure and content

Delivery Method

Websites are delivered through:

  • Live Deployment: Websites launched on your chosen hosting platform
  • File Transfer: Complete website files provided for your records
  • Documentation: User guides and maintenance instructions provided
  • Training: Basic training on website management (when applicable)

Intellectual Property Rights

Customer Content Rights

  • Content Ownership: You retain ownership of your business content and materials
  • Website Usage Rights: You receive full usage rights to the completed website
  • Branding Elements: You retain ownership of your logos, trademarks, and brand materials
  • Business Information: You maintain ownership of business data and information

Our Intellectual Property

  • Development Methods: Our web development processes and techniques remain our property
  • Template Rights: Base templates and development frameworks remain our property
  • Business Methods: Our business processes and methodologies are proprietary
  • Software Tools: Any proprietary tools or software remain our intellectual property

Portfolio and Marketing Rights

Unless specifically requested otherwise:

  • Portfolio Use: We may use completed websites as examples of our work
  • Case Studies: We may create case studies featuring your business (with permission)
  • Marketing Materials: We may reference our work for your business in marketing
  • Testimonials: We may request permission to use your feedback as testimonials

Privacy and Data Protection

Data Handling

We handle your information according to our Privacy Policy:

  • Secure Storage: Business information stored securely with appropriate access controls
  • Limited Access: Information accessed only by authorized personnel for service delivery
  • Retention Policies: Data is retained according to legal requirements and business needs

Confidentiality

We maintain the confidentiality of:

  • Business Information: Your business strategies, plans, and confidential information
  • Customer Data: Information about your customers and their feedback
  • Financial Information: Payment history, billing details, and financial arrangements
  • Proprietary Information: Any confidential or proprietary business information
  • Content Ownership: You must own or have rights to all content provided
  • Third-Party Content: Any third-party content must be properly licensed
  • Infringement Prevention: You must not provide content that infringes others’ rights

DMCA Policy

We respond to legitimate DMCA takedown requests:

  • Notification Process: Follow standard DMCA notification procedures
  • Response Timeline: We will respond promptly to valid requests
  • Counter-Notifications: We process counter-notifications according to DMCA procedures
  • Repeat Infringers: Accounts of repeat infringers may be terminated

Service Limitations and Disclaimers

Service Availability

  • Uptime: We strive for high availability, but cannot guarantee 100% uptime
  • Maintenance: Services may be temporarily unavailable for maintenance
  • Technical Issues: We are not liable for temporary technical difficulties
  • Force Majeure: Services may be affected by events beyond our control

Performance Disclaimers

  • Business Results: We cannot guarantee specific business outcomes from websites
  • Search Rankings: We cannot guarantee specific search engine ranking results
  • Market Factors: Results may vary based on market conditions and other factors beyond our control
  • User Factors: Success depends partly on factors within your control (content, marketing, business operations)

Quality Limitations

  • Source Material: Website quality is limited by the quality of source content and materials
  • Technical Constraints: Subject to current technology and platform limitations
  • Customization Limits: Customization is subject to technical feasibility and brand guidelines

Limitation of Liability

Liability Limits

To the maximum extent permitted by law:

  • Damages Cap: Our total liability is limited to the amounts paid for services in the 12 months preceding the claim
  • Indirect Damages: We are not liable for indirect, incidental, or consequential damages
  • Business Losses: Not liable for lost profits, revenue, or business opportunities
  • Third-Party Claims: Not liable for third-party claims or actions

Exclusions

We are not liable for:

  • User Content: Issues arising from content you provide
  • Third-Party Services: Problems with hosting providers, payment processors, or other third-party services
  • Unauthorized Use: Misuse of our services by unauthorized users
  • Force Majeure: Events beyond our reasonable control

Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold us harmless from:

  • Content Claims: Claims arising from content you provide or your use of our services
  • Legal Violations: Your violation of laws or regulations
  • Third-Party Rights: Infringement of third-party intellectual property or other rights
  • Unauthorized Use: Unauthorized use of our services by your employees or agents

Termination

Termination by You

  • Project Services: As specified in the project agreement
  • Monthly Services: 30 days written notice required for cancellation
  • Immediate Termination: Available with forfeiture of the current period’s fees
  • Data Access: You retain access to completed work after termination
  • Final Billing: The Final invoice will include any outstanding fees or charges

Termination by Us

We may terminate services for:

  • Terms Violation: Material breach of these Terms
  • Non-Payment: Failure to pay fees when due
  • Illegal Use: Use of services for illegal purposes
  • Risk Management: To protect our business interests or other users

Effect of Termination

Upon termination:

  • Service Access: Access to ongoing services will be discontinued
  • Website Retention: You retain rights to completed websites
  • Data Export: We will provide reasonable assistance with data export
  • Survival: Certain provisions survive termination (payment obligations, intellectual property rights)

Dispute Resolution

Informal Resolution

Before formal legal action:

  • Direct Contact: Contact us directly to resolve disputes
  • Good Faith Effort: Both parties will make good faith efforts to resolve issues
  • Documentation: Maintain records of dispute resolution attempts
  • Timeline: Allow reasonable time for resolution efforts

Formal Dispute Resolution

For unresolved disputes:

  • Governing Law: Disputes governed by the laws of Texas
  • Jurisdiction: The Courts of Arlington, Texas, have exclusive jurisdiction
  • Attorney Fees: Each partyis responsible for their own legal fees unless otherwise specified

Changes to Terms

We may modify these Terms:

  • Notice: Reasonable advance notice of material changes
  • Effective Date: Changes effective on specified date
  • Continued Use: Continued use constitutes acceptance of modified terms
  • Withdrawal: You may terminate services if you disagree with changes

General Provisions

Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy and any additional service agreements, constitute the entire agreement between us.

Severability

If any provision is found unenforceable, the remaining provisions remain in full effect.

Assignment

We may assign these Terms; you may not assign without our written consent.

Waiver

Failure to enforce any provision does not constitute a waiver of our rights.

Contact Information

For questions about these Terms:

  • Email: hello@arlingtonwebsitedesigner.com
  • Website: Contact page
  • Address: Arlington, TX