Terms of Service
Effective date: January 1, 2025
1. Overview
These Terms of Service govern your use of the Anneliese Designs website and the creative services provided by Vanessa Witkowski, operating as Anneliese Designs, located in Whitby, Ontario, Canada. By accessing this website or engaging our services, you agree to these terms.
2. Services
Anneliese Designs offers creative services including brand identity, graphic design, web design, strategic writing, content strategy, and related services. The specific scope, deliverables, timeline, and fees for each project are agreed upon in writing prior to commencement.
3. Project Agreements
All projects require a written agreement or proposal accepted by the client before work begins. This agreement will outline:
- Scope of work and deliverables
- Project timeline and milestones
- Fees and payment schedule
- Revision rounds included
- Ownership and intellectual property terms
4. Payment
Payment terms are outlined in each project agreement. Anneliese Designs typically requires a deposit before work begins, with remaining amounts due upon project milestones or completion. Late payments may result in a pause in services.
5. Intellectual Property
Upon receipt of full payment, the client receives ownership of the final agreed-upon deliverables. Anneliese Designs retains the right to display completed work in its portfolio unless otherwise agreed in writing. Preliminary concepts, unused designs, and source files remain the property of Anneliese Designs unless specifically included in the project agreement.
6. Client Responsibilities
The client agrees to:
- Provide accurate content, materials, and timely feedback
- Ensure they have the right to use any materials supplied to Anneliese Designs
- Review and approve deliverables within agreed timelines
7. Revisions and Changes
Revisions within the agreed scope are included as specified in the project agreement. Requests beyond the agreed scope will be quoted separately and require written approval before proceeding.
8. Cancellation
Either party may terminate a project with written notice. The client is responsible for payment for all work completed up to the cancellation date. Deposits are non-refundable unless otherwise specified in the project agreement.
9. Limitation of Liability
Anneliese Designs’ liability is limited to the fees paid for the specific project. We are not liable for indirect, incidental, or consequential damages arising from the use of deliverables or services.
10. Governing Law
These terms are governed by the laws of the Province of Ontario and the federal laws of Canada applicable therein. Any disputes shall be resolved in the courts of Ontario.
11. Changes to These Terms
Anneliese Designs may update these Terms of Service at any time. The current version will always be available on this page.
