Terms of Service

Effective Date: Sept 6 2025
Last Updated: Sept 6 2025

1. Agreement to Terms

By engaging our WordPress consulting and development services, you ("Client," "you," or "your") agree to be bound by these Terms of Service ("Terms"). These Terms apply to all services provided by Darn.pro ("we," "us," or "our").

2. Services Description

We provide WordPress website consulting, development, maintenance, and related services including but not limited to:

  • Custom WordPress development and customization

  • Website maintenance and updates

  • Plugin and theme installation and configuration

  • Performance optimization

  • Security implementations

  • Technical consulting and troubleshooting

3. Billing and Payment Terms

3.1 Time Tracking and Billing

  • All work is billed in 15-minute increments, rounded to the nearest 15 minutes

  • Minimum billing of 30 minutes per month applies when assigned tasks are provided

  • Time tracking begins when work commences and includes research, development, testing, and communication related to your project

3.2 Payment Terms

  • Payment is due within 30 days of invoice date unless otherwise agreed in writing

  • Late payments may incur a service charge of 1.5% per month or the maximum allowed by law, whichever is less

  • We reserve the right to suspend services for accounts more than 30 days past due

3.3 Third-Party Costs

  • Plugin licenses, premium themes, hosting, and other third-party services are billed at cost plus applicable taxes

  • Client is responsible for all third-party service costs even if we facilitate the purchase

4. Plugin and Theme Licensing

4.1 License Management

  • We will maintain active licenses for premium plugins and themes for a minimum of 12 months following contract termination

  • Extended license maintenance beyond 12 months is provided at our discretion

  • License transfers to client accounts available upon request and may incur administrative fees

4.2 License Responsibility

  • Client is ultimately responsible for ongoing license costs if they wish to maintain premium features

  • We will provide reasonable notice before discontinuing license maintenance

5. Intellectual Property

5.1 Client Content

  • You retain ownership of all content, data, and materials you provide

  • You grant us license to use, modify, and display your content solely for the purpose of providing services

5.2 Custom Development

  • Custom code and solutions developed specifically for your project become your property upon full payment

  • Pre-existing tools, frameworks, and methodologies remain our property

  • We retain the right to use general knowledge and techniques in future projects

6. Limitation of Liability

6.1 Service Limitations

  • OUR TOTAL LIABILITY FOR ANY CLAIM ARISING FROM OR RELATED TO THESE SERVICES SHALL NOT EXCEED THE AMOUNT PAID BY YOU FOR SERVICES IN THE 3 MONTHS PRECEDING THE CLAIM

  • WE SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES

6.2 Website Functionality

  • We make no warranties regarding website uptime, performance, or compatibility with all browsers and devices

  • Client is responsible for regular backups and testing of website functionality

  • We are not liable for data loss, security breaches, or website downtime unless directly caused by our negligence

7. Client Responsibilities

7.1 Access and Cooperation

  • Provide timely access to necessary accounts, servers, and systems

  • Respond to requests for information and feedback within reasonable timeframes

  • Maintain appropriate backups of website data and content

7.2 Content and Legal Compliance

  • Ensure all content provided is legally owned or properly licensed

  • Comply with all applicable laws and regulations

  • Obtain necessary permissions for use of third-party content

8. Termination

8.1 Termination Rights

  • Either party may terminate services with 30 days written notice

  • Immediate termination allowed for material breach of terms

  • Upon termination, client responsible for payment of all services rendered

8.2 Post-Termination

  • We will provide reasonable assistance in transitioning services to client or new provider

  • Access credentials and project files will be provided upon request and full payment of outstanding invoices

9. Dispute Resolution

9.1 Governing Law

  • These Terms are governed by the laws of Nova Scotia, Canada

  • Any disputes shall be resolved in the courts of Nova Scotia

9.2 Resolution Process

  • Good faith negotiation required before pursuing legal action

  • Mediation encouraged for dispute resolution

  • Prevailing party in legal proceedings entitled to reasonable attorney fees

10. Privacy and Confidentiality

10.1 Information Protection

  • We maintain confidentiality of all client information and project details

  • Personal information handled in accordance with applicable privacy laws

  • Security measures implemented to protect client data

10.2 Data Retention

  • Project files and communications retained for minimum 2 years after project completion

  • Client data deleted upon written request after completion of services and payment obligations

11. Force Majeure

We shall not be liable for delays or failures in performance resulting from acts beyond our reasonable control, including but not limited to natural disasters, government actions, internet outages, or third-party service provider failures.

12. Modifications

These Terms may be updated periodically. Continued use of services after modifications constitutes acceptance of updated Terms. Material changes will be communicated with reasonable advance notice.

13. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.

14. Entire Agreement

These Terms constitute the entire agreement between parties regarding the subject matter and supersede all prior agreements and understandings.

Contact Information:
Darn.pro
contact@darn.pro

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