TERMS & CONDITIONS
Welcome to Aura Design Studios. These terms and conditions outline the rules and regulations for the use of our services.
By accessing this website and engaging our services, we assume you accept these terms and conditions. Do not continue to use [Graphic Design Agency] if you do not agree to all of the terms and conditions stated on this page.
Services
Our agency offers graphic design services, including but not limited to logo design, branding, web design, print design, and illustration.
All services provided by Aura Graphic Design Studio are subject to client approval. We strive to meet the highest standards of quality and creativity, and we welcome feedback throughout the design process.
Payments
Payment terms will be agreed upon prior to the commencement of any project. A deposit may be required before work begins, with the remaining balance due upon completion of the project. Payment methods accepted include bank transfer, credit/debit card, or other agreed-upon payment platforms.
Intellectual Property
All intellectual property rights to the designs created by Aura Graphic Design Studio, including but not limited to logos, graphics, and illustrations, belong to the agency until full payment has been received. Upon full payment, ownership of the final designs will be transferred to the client. Aura Graphic Design Studio reserves the right to display completed projects in our portfolio and marketing materials.
Copyright Ownership
In the event that any copyrighted work(s) are created as a result of the Services provided by Designer in accordance with this Agreement, Designer owns all copyrights in any and all work(s) it creates or produces pursuant to federal copyright law, whether registered or unregistered. Any and all products, whether tangible or intangible, produced or created in connection with, or in the process of fulfilling this Agreement, are expressly and solely owned by Designer and may be used in the reasonable course of Designer’s business.
Limit of Liability
Client agrees that the maximum amount of damages he or she is entitled to in any claim relating to this Agreement or Services provided in this Agreement are not to exceed the Total Cost of Services provided by Designer. Loss of Product. In the event that any or all product(s) are lost, such as damage to or loss of a component of the product necessary for final delivery, Designer shall refund Client a pro-rated portion of the Total Cost based on the amount of Services that were completed/provided against the amount of Services that were agreed to be completed/provided. Indemnification. Client agrees to indemnify, defend and hold harmless Designer and its affiliates, employees, agents and independent contractors for any injury, property damage, liability, claim or other cause of action arising out of or related to Services and/or product(s) Designer provides to Client.
Permitted Uses of Product(s)
Designer grants to Client a non-exclusive license of product(s) produced with and for Client for personal use only so long as Client provides Designer with attribution each time Client uses Designer’s property. Personal use includes, but is not limited to, use within the following contexts: 1. Client may not copy, duplicate, distribute, republish, or incorporate the Deliverables or allow others to copy, duplicate, distribute, republish or incorporate or use the Project. 2. Client may not crop, distort, manipulate, reconfigure, mimic, animate, create derivative works or extract portions or in any other manner, alter the Final Art. All copyright, trademarks, design rights and other intellectual property (registered and unregistered) shall remain vested in Designer. The Client agrees that such proprietary material is solely for Client’s own personal use. 3. Any disclosure to a third party, copying or republishing any portion of the Deliverable or its contents is strictly prohibited and constitutes infringement.
Artistic Release
Client has spent a satisfactory amount of time reviewing Designer’s work and has a reasonable expectation that Designer will perform the Services in a similar manner and style unless otherwise specified in this Agreement.
Consistency
Designer will use reasonable efforts to ensure Client’s desired Services are produced in a style and manner consistent with Vendor’s current portfolio and Designer will try to incorporate any reasonable suggestion made by Client. However, Client understands and agrees that: 1. Every client is different, with different tastes, budgets, and needs; 2. services are often a subjective art and Designer has a unique vision, with an ever-evolving style and technique; 3. Designer will use its artistic judgment when providing Services for Client, which may not include strict adherence to Client’s suggestions; 4. Although Designer will use reasonable efforts to incorporate Client’s suggestions and desires when providing Client with the Services, Designer shall have final say regarding the aesthetic judgment and artistic quality of the Services.
Changes
Unless otherwise provided herein, Client shall pay additional charges for all changes requested by Client which are outside the Scope of the Services on a time and materials basis, at Designer’s standard hourly per hour, or in an amount separately agreed upon in writing in advance of the change. Such charges shall be in addition to all other amounts payable under this Agreement despite any maximum budget, contract price or final price identified therein. Designer may extend or modify any delivery schedule or deadline as required by such Changes.
Cancellations Both parties understand that Client or Designer may terminate the service at any time if, for any reason, the relationship is deemed unsatisfactory by either party. Upon written or verbal cancellation, Client is responsible for payment for all expenses incurred and any work done towards the completion of the project based on the percentage of the project completed that is determined by Sonrisa Studio. Should Client cancel the project following its completion, Client is responsible for full payment as per the agreed upon estimate plus all expenses incurred. In the event of cancellation, Sonrisa Studio retains ownership of all copyrights and original work created.
Confidentiality
It is Designer’s policy to respect your privacy regarding any information collected. Before or at the time of collecting personal information, the purposes will be identified for which information is being collected. We will collect and use of personal information solely with the objective of fulfilling those purposes specified by us and for other compatible purposes, unless we obtain the consent of the individual concerned or as required by law.
Impossibility
Notwithstanding the above, either party may choose to be excused of any further performance obligations in the event of a disastrous occurrence outside the control of either party, such as, but not limited to: 1. A natural disaster (fires, explosions, earthquakes, hurricane, flooding, storms or infestation); or 2. War, Invasion, Act of Foreign Enemies, Embargo, or other Hostility (whether declared or not); or 3. Any hazardous situation created outside the control of either party such as a riot, disorder, nuclear leak or explosion, or act or threat of terrorism.
Failure to Perform
Services In the event Designer cannot or will not perform its obligations in any or all parts of this Agreement, it (or a responsible party) will: 1. Immediately give Notice to Client via the Notice provisions detailed in this Agreement; and 2. Issue a refund or credit based on a reasonably accurate percentage of Services rendered; and 3. Excuse Client of any further performance and/or payment obligations in this Agreement.
Governing Law
These terms and conditions are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Quebec Canada, and any disputes relating to these terms and conditions will be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of Quebec Canada.
Amendments
Aura Graphic Design Studio reserves the right to amend these terms and conditions at any time without prior notice. Any changes will be effective immediately upon posting on this page.
By engaging our services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to these terms and conditions.
If you have any questions or concerns regarding these terms and conditions, please contact us at info@auragraphicdesignstudio.com