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Website + Ongoing SEO Development Agreement

This Website Development Agreement is entered into by and between:

Service Provider: WebNique LLC, located at 9775 Doriath Cir, Orlando, FL 32825
Client: Parrish Well Drilling, 7401 Rim Rd, Sarasota, FL 34240

1. Starter Package Scope of Work – $700.00 Monthly
The following services are included as part of the Starter Package monthly plan:

Included Services:

Custom Website Design & Development (1–15 pages)

Content Support & Copywriting Assistance (client-provided info refined into professional copy)

Initial Standard SEO Setup (meta titles, meta descriptions, header structure, indexing setup)

Google My Business Setup & Integration

Secure Hosting, SSL Certificate & Basic Cyber Protection

Fully Mobile-Responsive Design

Contact Form Setup & Email Notification Configuration

Professional Theme Setup & Customization

Image Optimization & Compression

Basic Plugin Installation & Configuration

Google Analytics / Site Kit Setup

This package provides full website setup and ongoing hosting & maintenance for the duration of termination.

This Agreement covers website development, hosting, and ongoing SEO services only and does not include paid advertising or lead guarantees.

2. Deliverables & Timeline
Project Start:
The project timeline begins once the Client has paid the invoice in full and completed the onboarding form, including submission of all required content, images, logins, and branding assets.

Phase 1 – Initial Build (Estimated 5 Business Days)

The Service Provider will deliver a fully functional draft website within approximately 4–5 business days after receiving the completed onboarding form and all required assets.

This draft will represent roughly 90% of the final website, including layout, structure, design, and initial content placement.

Phase 2 – Revisions & Final Adjustments

Upon receiving the draft, the Client may request revisions in accordance with the revision policy (see Section 5 – Change Requests & Scope Modifications).

Revisions will be completed promptly and incorporated into the final build.

Phase 3 – Setup & Integration (Concurrent With Build):

Standard on-page SEO setup — including metadata, indexing setups, header structure, sitemap configuration, and image optimization — will be completed during the initial build process.

Phase 4 – Setup & Integration (Completed During Week 1) – Hosting setup, SSL installation, domain configuration, Google Analytics/Site Kit connection, and form integrations will be finalized within the first week of development.

Phase 5 – Launch & Ongoing Support: Once revisions are completed and the Client approves the draft, the Service Provider will connect the Client’s domain and publish the live website.
Ongoing support and maintenance begin immediately upon launch and continue until contract termination.

Phase 6 – Ongoing SEO: Client receives monthly ongoing SEO services until termination of this Agreement.

Timeline Extensions
If the Client delays in completing the onboarding form or submitting required materials, the timeline will be automatically extended without penalty to the Service Provider.
The Service Provider is not responsible for delays caused by incomplete, missing, or late Client content.

Revisions Policy
The Client receives two (2) main revision rounds, totaling up to five (5) hours of revision work included in the plan.

Revisions do not include the creation of new pages, new features, additional sections, or any work outside the original project scope.

Timeline extensions caused by delays in Client feedback or the submission of required materials will extend the project timeline without penalty to the Service Provider.

Client delays in approval or failure to provide feedback within required timeframes will automatically extend all timelines. The Service Provider is not responsible for missed deadlines caused by Client inaction.

3. Payment Terms
The total cost for the Web + SEO Growth Package is $700.00 per month, billed on a month-to-month basis.

Invoices are issued monthly and are due in full within one (1) business day of receipt. Services will not begin or continue until payment has been successfully received.

All payments made under this Agreement are non-refundable, as services are rendered continuously and resources are allocated upon payment.

If any payment is declined, suspended, or reversed, all services — including hosting, maintenance, SEO work, and support — may be paused immediately until payment is resolved.

The Client agrees not to initiate any chargeback or payment dispute for services rendered under this Agreement. Any chargeback initiated by the Client constitutes a material breach of this Agreement, and the Client will be responsible for all associated fees, costs, and any remaining balances owed.

4. Client Responsibilities & Obligations
The Client agrees to the following responsibilities in order to ensure timely and successful completion of the project:

4.1 General Responsibilities
Provide all required content (text, images, branding materials) within 5 business days of project start.

Provide accurate and current credentials for hosting, domain management, and any third-party accounts when applicable.

Review all submitted deliverables and provide feedback within 48 hours of receipt.

Make all payments according to the agreed payment schedule.

Communicate changes, requests, or concerns promptly through approved communication channels.

Maintain up-to-date contact information throughout the project duration.

4.2 Content Requirements
The Client agrees to supply or approve:

Text content for all pages (or authorize the Service Provider to generate or refine copy).

High-resolution images, logos, or branding assets.

Business details required for Google My Business setup.

Preferred color schemes, design references, and stylistic preferences.

Contact information, business hours, and location details.

All content must be provided in full before the project timeline can proceed as outlined. Content submitted piecemeal may delay the project, and the Service Provider is not responsible for delays caused by fragmented submissions or low-quality images provided by the Client.

4.3 Content Accuracy & Legal Responsibility
The Client is fully responsible for the accuracy, legality, and usage rights of all content they provide. The Service Provider is not liable for any claims, disputes, penalties, copyright issues, or damages resulting from unauthorized, inaccurate, or misrepresented content supplied by the Client.

4.4 AI-Generated Content Clause
If the Client elects to use AI-generated text, images, or other content provided by the Service Provider, the Client acknowledges that:

AI-generated content may be used and if given any, will require editing or factual verification.

The Client assumes full responsibility for reviewing the accuracy and appropriateness of such content before publishing.

The Service Provider is not liable for factual errors, legal issues, or third-party claims related to the use of AI-generated content.

4.5 Account Access & Credential Liability
If the Client provides account credentials for hosting, domain registrars, Google services, social platforms, or other third-party accounts, the Client agrees that:

They grant the Service Provider permission to access these accounts solely for project-related purposes.

The Service Provider is not liable for system errors, data loss, security issues, or unintended changes occurring within these third-party platforms.

4.6 Third-Party Platform Delays
The Client understands that certain deliverables may depend on third-party platforms such as:

Google (Google My Business, Google Search Console, Site Kit, indexing)

Domain registrars and DNS systems

Hosting platforms

Plugin providers

The Service Provider is not responsible for delays, downtime, or errors caused by these third-party systems, nor for changes made by them that affect performance, indexing, or functionality.

4.7 Failure to Meet Client Responsibilities
Failure by the Client to provide required materials, access, approvals, or communication in a timely manner may result in:

Project delays

Suspension of work

Termination of the project with no refund

5. Change Requests & Scope Modifications

5.1 Change Requests
All changes to the original scope must be submitted in writing via email/text.

Any change that alters structure, functionality, design direction, or page count is considered a scope modification.

5.2 Included Revisions
The Client receives up to five (5) hours of website-related revisions per month, limited to two (2) consolidated revision requests per month.”

Revisions may include visual adjustments, content edits, layout refinements, or corrections.

Revisions do NOT include:

Structural redesigns

Major functional changes

Each revision round must be submitted as a single consolidated list. Multiple emails or ongoing changes will count as additional revision rounds.

Requests that materially alter the layout, design direction, structure, or branding after initial approval are considered redesigns.

5.3 AI-Generated Content Disclosure
The Client acknowledges that the Service Provider may use AI tools to assist with creating or refining website text, SEO content, or layout suggestions. The Client is responsible for reviewing and approving all content before publication.

5.4 Scheduling & Turnaround for Revisions
Standard turnaround for revision completion is 1–3 business days, depending on complexity.

Delays in Client feedback will extend the project timeline without penalty to the Service Provider.

5.5 Abuse, Excessive Requests & Fair-Use Clause
To maintain a fair workload and prevent abuse of revision allowances:

Revision rounds must be reasonable and relate to the original project scope.

Excessive, repeated, or disproportionate revision demands—in volume or complexity—may be declined.

The Service Provider reserves the right to determine if a request falls outside the intended fair-use of the included revisions.

6. User Content & Website Usage

6.1 User Content Responsibility
The Client is solely responsible for all content uploaded, published, submitted, or otherwise made available on the website, including any user-generated content.

The Client is responsible for implementing any moderation, review processes, or filters required to manage user-generated content.

The Client agrees that all content they or their users provide must comply with applicable laws, intellectual property rights, and platform policies.

6.2 Prohibited Website Uses
The Client agrees that the website will not be used for any of the following activities:

Spam, fraudulent activity, phishing, or deceptive business practices

Copyright infringement or unauthorized use of trademarks

Defamatory, obscene, abusive, or harassing content

Hosting or distributing malware, viruses, or harmful code

Collection or misuse of personal data in violation of privacy laws

Hosting of any illegal content or illegal services

Adult content, gambling, or other restricted industries (unless expressly approved in writing)

Activities that may damage the website’s security, integrity, or hosting environment

6.3 Service Provider Liability Protection
The Service Provider does not monitor, edit, review, or moderate user-generated content unless the Client purchases this service separately in writing.

The Service Provider is not liable for any claims, disputes, penalties, losses, or damages arising from content posted by the Client or by users of the website.

The Service Provider reserves the right to limit, restrict, suspend, or terminate services if the website engages in illegal activity or creates material risk to hosting, security, or business reputation.

If illegal or harmful content is discovered, the Service Provider reserves the right to immediately suspend the website and, if required by law, notify the appropriate authorities.

7. Data Protection & Privacy

7.1 Data Handling & Compliance
The Service Provider will handle Client data in accordance with applicable privacy laws and industry-standard security practices.

Client data will be used solely for service delivery, account setup, maintenance, and support.

The Client is responsible for providing accurate information and must notify the Service Provider of any privacy requirements specific to their business or industry.

The Client is responsible for ensuring that their use of the website complies with all applicable laws and regulations, including but not limited to GDPR, CCPA, and state-level privacy laws.

The Client agrees to provide the Service Provider with any required privacy notices, disclosures, or compliance instructions needed to properly manage or process user data.

For purposes of privacy laws such as GDPR and CCPA, the Client is the data controller and The Service Provider acts only as a technical service provider and data processor, following the Client’s reasonable written instructions. The Client remains solely responsible for the lawfulness of data collection and processing activities carried out through the website. The Client is solely responsible for ensuring legal compliance and must not collect sensitive or regulated data (financial, medical, etc.) without appropriate security and compliance systems in place.

7.2 Security Measures
The Service Provider implements reasonable, standard security safeguards — including SSL certificates, secure hosting environments, and routine vulnerability prevention — but does not guarantee protection from all cyber threats.

The Service Provider is not liable for breaches, attacks, malware, or data loss caused by:

Third-party platforms (ex: hosting providers, plugins, Google services)

Client negligence, weak passwords, or insecure practices

Hacking attempts beyond the Service Provider’s control

7.3 Backups & Data Retention
Daily automated backups are maintained for all active Client websites hosted by the Service Provider.

Backup retention is 30 days after account termination or non-renewal.

The Service Provider is not liable for:

Data loss resulting from Client modifications

Deleted content

Third-party system failures

Migration errors caused by external vendors

7.4 Third-Party Integrations & Platforms
The Service Provider may utilize third-party tools (Google Analytics, Site Kit, hosting, plugins, form software, etc.) to deliver services.

The Client acknowledges that third-party platforms may experience outages, delays, or data-handling changes outside the Service Provider’s control.

The Service Provider is not responsible for delays, disruptions, or data issues caused by any third-party service.

8. Intellectual Property & Ownership

8.1 Client Ownership
The Client retains full ownership of:

All content, text, branding materials, logos, images, and media they provide

Any custom-written content created by client.

Business information, reviews, and assets used for Google My Business

8.2 Service Provider Rights
The Service Provider retains ownership of:

Proprietary tools, workflows, templates, coding structures, scripts, and internal processes

Any custom software or systems developed outside the scope of this Agreement

General knowledge, skills, and experience acquired during the project

The Service Provider may:

Use the completed website as a portfolio example, case study, or marketing showcase.

Retain non-exclusive rights to AI-generated content for internal training and model refinement (not for resale or redistribution).

8.3 AI-Generated Content Disclosure
The Client acknowledges and agrees that:

The Service Provider may use AI tools (such as ChatGPT, Midjourney, or similar) to assist in generating written content, ideas, image variations, or design concepts.

The Service Provider is not liable for unintentional inaccuracies or similarities resulting from AI-generated materials.

8.4 Third-Party Themes, Plugins & Licensing
The website may use third-party:

Themes

Plugins

Fonts

API integrations

Software tools

These tools are subject to their own licensing terms, which may include:

Annual renewal fees

Feature limitations

Usage restrictions

Compatibility updates

The Client is responsible for:

Maintaining active licenses for any premium tools they specifically request

Understanding that functionality for third-party tools is dependent on the provider, not the Service Provider

The Service Provider is not liable for:

Bugs, outages, vulnerabilities, or discontinuation of any third-party software

Conflicts between third-party tools outside the Service Provider’s control

8.5 Ownership Transfer Limits
The Client understands that:

Raw theme files, plugin source code, proprietary templates, and internal development assets cannot be transferred if their licenses prohibit redistribution.

The website’s core structure may include components the Service Provider cannot legally assign or sell.

Upon the “Buy Back” after the contracts’ termination, the Service Provider will provide all files, content, and assets but not unlicensed or proprietary components.

The Client may not resell, license, or redistribute any part of the website, templates, or assets created by the Service Provider without written permission.

8.6 Access Rights After Termination
If the agreement ends:

The Client will have the option to purchase a Buy-Back of the complete export of the site (excluding proprietary elements and licensed third-party tools).

Hosting and access credentials will be revoked upon the end of the paid service period.

9. Warranties & Disclaimers
9.1 Service Provider Warranties
The Service Provider warrants that:

The website will be free of major functional defects at the time of launch.

All work will be performed with reasonable professional skill and care.

The website will be mobile-responsive and compatible with major modern browsers.

All included features will operate as described within the agreed scope of work.

9.2 Bug-Fix Warranty Window
The Client is entitled to 14 days of complimentary bug fixes following the official website launch.

Bug fixes include correcting errors, broken links, layout issues, or malfunctioning features that were part of the original agreed-upon scope.

This does not include new features, redesign requests, additional pages, content changes, or modifications that arise from Client edits.

The warranty becomes void if the Client or any third party installs plugins, modifies code, or makes changes that affect functionality.

9.3 Support vs. Maintenance
Post-Launch Support (Included):

Addressing questions about how to use the site

Assistance with issues directly related to included features

9.4 SEO Limitations & Disclaimers

The Client understands and agrees that:

Search engine rankings are determined by Google and other third parties.

No specific ranking positions, traffic levels, or timeline of improvement can be guaranteed.

SEO performance depends on factors outside the Service Provider’s control, including content quality, competition, algorithm changes, and user behavior.

SEO results commonly require 3–6 months to show noticeable improvement under normal circumstances.

9.5 Third-Party Services Disclaimer
The Service Provider is not responsible for:

Downtime, outages, or errors caused by hosting companies, domain providers, Google, plugin developers, or any third-party service

Limitations, changes, or failures of WordPress, hosting, or plugins

Paid advertising platforms such as Google Ads, Facebook Ads, TikTok Ads, etc. (these are not included unless separately contracted)

9.6 No Guarantee of Performance
The Client acknowledges that:

No guarantee is made regarding website traffic, conversions, revenue, or business performance.

Web technologies evolve, and updates or maintenance may be required over time.

9.7 Disclaimer of Additional Warranties
Except as expressly stated in this Agreement:

The Service Provider provides no other warranties, express or implied.

All services are provided “as-is” based on the agreed scope of work.

10. Limitation of Liability & Indemnification
Any claim brought by the Client must be filed within twelve (12) months of the event giving rise to the claim. Claims filed after this period are void.

10.1 Service Provider Liability Limitations
To the fullest extent permitted by law, the Service Provider’s total cumulative liability arising out of or related to this Agreement shall not exceed the total fees paid by the Client under this Agreement.

The Service Provider shall not be liable for:

Indirect, incidental, special, punitive, or consequential damages, including loss of revenue, profits, data, business, or opportunities

Security breaches, downtime, failures, or errors caused by third-party plugins, hosting providers, software updates, or external platforms

Issues arising from Client-provided content, including copyright violations, inaccurate information, or unlawful material

Client errors, including improper edits, unauthorized third-party modifications, or changes made outside of agreed services

Delays, losses, or disruptions caused by third-party services (WordPress, hosting providers, Google, email providers, domain registrars, etc.)

Client understands that all digital platforms, plugins, and hosting environments involve inherent risks, and the Service Provider cannot guarantee uninterrupted or error-free operation.

10.2 Client Indemnification
The Client agrees to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless the Service Provider, its owners, contractors, and affiliates from any claims, damages, liabilities, losses, or expenses (including reasonable legal fees) arising out of:

Content, images, data, or materials provided by the Client

User-generated content or user behavior on the website

The Client’s business practices, policies, or transactions

Copyright, trademark, or intellectual property violations

The Client’s unlawful, harmful, misleading, or negligent use of the website

The Client’s breach of any term of this Agreement

Any actions taken using account credentials supplied to the Service Provider (hosting, domain, Google accounts, etc.), except in cases of proven Service Provider misconduct

This indemnification obligation survives termination of this Agreement.

10.3 External Platform & Third-Party Dependence
The Client acknowledges that website performance may rely on third-party platforms (hosting providers, Google, WordPress themes/plugins, email systems, DNS providers, etc.). The Service Provider is not responsible for:

Third-party outages, updates, policy changes, or shutdowns

Incompatibility caused by external updates or deprecated plugins

Costs of replacing, updating, or repairing issues caused by third-party software

10.4 Maximum Protection Clause
The Client agrees that the limitations above are fundamental terms of this Agreement. Without these limitations, the Service Provider would be unable to offer services at the agreed price.

11. Website Terms & Conditions
11.1 Service Levels
Support does not include content changes, design revisions, or website updates that are unrelated to technical issues.

Emergency support is available during business hours (9:00 AM – 6:00 PM EST, Monday–Friday).

Standard response time for non-urgent requests is within 24 hours.

Emergency issues will receive a response within 4 hours.

11.2 Website Management & Renewal
After the cancelation of the service, the Client may: Request a Buy-Back, a full export of all website files to self-host or migrate elsewhere.

Monthly plans renew automatically unless canceled with at least 30 days written notice.

No prorated refunds or partial refunds are issued for early cancellation of any plan

The Service Provider may suspend or restrict services for non-payment after 30 days overdue.

11.3 What Constitutes an Emergency
The following qualify as emergencies and receive priority support:

Complete website outage or website inaccessible

Active security breach, malware, or compromised site

Critical functionality failure (e.g., contact forms not sending, booking system failing)

SSL certificate expiration or failure affecting website access

12. Hosting & Technical Requirements
12.1 Hosting Services Provided
As part of the Monthly SEO Package, the Service Provider includes managed hosting through Cloudways with the following features:

Professional, fully managed cloud hosting

Daily automated backups

SSL certificate installation and automatic renewal

CDN (Content Delivery Network) configuration for improved performance

Server health monitoring and system maintenance

Staging environment for testing updates before deployment

Basic firewall and security hardening provided by hosting platform

Service Provider will manage hosting for the duration of the Client’s active plan.

12.2 Limitations of Hosting Services
Hosting resources provided are suitable for small business websites.

High-traffic or resource-intensive websites may require upgraded hosting depending on performance metrics

Client acknowledges that other applications / sites are being on the same server, does not and will not interfere with other applications

Service Provider is not responsible for Cloudways outages, downtime, or performance issues caused by the hosting provider.

Service Provider does not provide email hosting; any email setup or troubleshooting is the Client’s responsibility unless otherwise agreed upon.

Hosting resources include limited CPU, RAM, and bandwidth appropriate for small business websites. High-volume usage may require a paid hosting upgrade.

12.3 Client Technical Responsibilities
The Client agrees to:

Maintain active WordPress administrator login credentials

Provide accurate and current contact information for security or account notices

Notify Service Provider promptly of desired technical changes or reported issues

Avoid installing themes, plugins, or code without approval from Service Provider

Ensure any third-party applications connected to the website remain active and properly configured

Unauthorized changes made by the Client or third parties may void support obligations and may require billable repair work ($25/hr).

12.4 Data & Hosting Liability
Service Provider is not liable for data loss caused by Client actions, plugin conflicts, unauthorized modifications, or third-party platform failures.

Restoring backups outside the routine schedule may incur additional fees.

Service Provider is not responsible for domain renewals, DNS settings, or registrar-related outages unless explicitly contracted.

If service provider purchases domain name for client, the service provider retains all rights to domain ownership, even if the client does not want to continue service.

12.5 Hosting Continuation or Transfer
At the end of the Clients service term:

Request a full website export Buy-Back to migrate to another hosting platform.

If Client chooses to transfer hosting:

A Buy-Back will be initialed (section 17.6)

Service Provider will provide a downloadable backup file.

13. Termination Procedures
Termination does not release the Client from payment obligations for the remainder of the month’s term as described in Section 17 (Contract Term).

13.1 Termination by Either Party
Either Party may terminate this Agreement with written notice. Upon termination:

Client is responsible for all completed work, services rendered, and outstanding balances up to the termination date.

All unpaid invoices remain due and payable regardless of the reason for termination.

Work will cease immediately upon written notice of termination unless otherwise agreed in writing.

13.2 Suspension for Non-Payment
If the Client fails to make any payment within thirty (30) days of the due date:

The Service Provider may suspend all services (including hosting, maintenance, and support) until payment is received in full.

Suspension does not waive or reduce the Client’s obligation to pay the full contract price.

All outstanding amounts remain due and payable according to this Agreement.

The Service Provider is not responsible for downtime, loss of data, loss of ranking, or any resulting damages during a suspension period.

13.3 Immediate Termination by Service Provider
The Service Provider may terminate this Agreement immediately without refund if the Client engages in:

Non-payment beyond 30 days

Illegal, fraudulent, or harmful website usage

Abusive, threatening, or hostile behavior toward Service Provider or staff

Material breach of this Agreement

Violation of platform terms, hosting terms, or third-party service policies

13.4 Post-Termination Procedures
Upon request of cancelation:

Client can request a Buy-Back of a full export of website files (WordPress backup, database, and necessary assets).

Hosting will remain active for 30 days after the termination date to allow for migration to another provider.

After 30 days, hosting may be permanently discontinued and all non-backed-up data may be deleted.

13.5 Backup Availability
Backup files will remain available for 30 days following account termination.

After 30 days, the Service Provider is not responsible for storing or restoring any data.

14. Dispute Resolution
Communication First:

Parties agree to communicate concerns promptly and professionally

Good faith effort required to resolve disputes informally

Formal Dispute Process:

Unresolved disputes subject to binding arbitration in Florida

Arbitration conducted under American Arbitration Association rules

Each party bears their own attorney fees unless prohibited by law

Arbitrator’s decision is final and enforceable in court

15. Force Majeure
Neither party shall be liable for delays or failures due to circumstances beyond their reasonable control, including but not limited to:

Natural disasters, pandemics, or government actions

Internet service provider failures or cyber attacks

Third-party service outages or technical failures

Acts of war, terrorism, or civil unrest

Performance obligations suspended during force majeure events with proportional timeline extensions.

16. General Provisions

16.1 Entire Agreement
This Agreement constitutes the full and complete understanding between the Client and the Service Provider and supersedes all prior proposals, negotiations, communications, or agreements, whether written or oral.

No verbal statements, promises, or assurances made outside this written Agreement are binding.

16.2 Modifications
Any modification, amendment, or change to this Agreement must be made in writing and agreed to by both parties. Verbal changes or informal messages are not considered binding.

16.3 Severability
If any provision of this Agreement is found to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.

16.4 Assignment
The Client may not assign, transfer, or subcontract any rights or obligations under this Agreement without the prior written consent of the Service Provider. The Service Provider may assign this Agreement to subsidiaries, affiliates, or successor entities without Client consent.

16.5 Governing Law
This Agreement shall be governed by and interpreted in accordance with the laws of the State of Florida, United States, without regard to conflict-of-law principles.

16.6 Communication & Notices
All formal notices, approvals, and legal communications must be submitted in writing via email or certified mail. Routine project communication may occur through email, phone, or agreed-upon communication channels.

16.7 Project Success Factors
Client acknowledges that the success of the website depends on variables outside the Service Provider’s control, including but not limited to:

quality and timeliness of Client-provided content,

ongoing marketing efforts,

SEO factors governed by search engines,

business practices,

market competition, and

third-party service performance.

The Service Provider does not guarantee business results, search engine rankings, or conversion outcomes.

16.8 No Waiver
Failure by either party to enforce any provision of this Agreement shall not be deemed a waiver of future enforcement of that or any other provision.

16.9 Independent Contractor
The Service Provider is an independent contractor and not an employee, agent, or partner of the Client. Nothing in this Agreement creates a joint venture, partnership, or employment relationship.

16.10 Survival Clause
Sections relating to payments, intellectual property, liabilities, warranties, indemnification, termination obligations, and dispute resolution shall survive termination or expiration of this Agreement.

16.11 Signatures & Execution
This Agreement is accepted electronically through the Client’s affirmative action of checking an agreement checkbox and submitting payment. Such acceptance constitutes a legally binding agreement equivalent to a written signature.

17. Contract Term
17.1 Initial Term
This Agreement is billed on a month-to-month basis at $700.00 per month. Either party may cancel this Agreement with thirty (30) days’ written notice. Services, hosting, and access will remain active through the final paid billing period and will cease thereafter.

17.2 Automatic Renewal
This Agreement automatically renews on a month-to-month basis unless canceled in accordance with Section 17.

17.3 Cancellation After Renewal
Once on a month-to-month term, either party may cancel this Agreement by providing thirty (30) days’ written notice. Cancellations will take effect at the end of the next billing cycle.
Pro-rated refunds are not provided for partial months.

17.4 File Transfer at End of Term
Upon completion of the Initial Term, and contingent upon all payments being fully satisfied:

The Client may request a Buy-Back of a full export of website files, database, and credentials,
or

The Client may choose to continue hosting and support through the Service Provider on a recurring subscription basis.

Website file transfers will be completed within 7 business days after request.

17.5 Effect of Non-Renewal
If the Agreement is not renewed every month and the Client elects to receive their website files, hosting will remain active for 30 days following the termination date to allow time for migration. After 30 days, hosting and backups may be removed from the server.

17.6 Buy-Back Option
Upon cancellation, the Client may elect to purchase a Buy-Back of the website for a fee equal to two (2) months of the current subscription rate ($1,000). The Buy-Back includes a WordPress export of the database and uploads directory only. Migration assistance, configuration, or compatibility with third-party hosting is not included unless separately contracted.

18. Additional Marketing Services (Google Ads)
Marketing service pricing, ratios, and management fees may change over time and will be defined in the separate contract at the time of purchase.

18.1 Separate Services & Separate Agreement Required
Pay-per-click (PPC) management, Google Ads management, advertising strategy, and any long-term advertising services are not included in this Website Development / Ongoing SEO Agreement.
If the Client elects to purchase any marketing services from the Service Provider (Google Ads), a separate Marketing Services Agreement must be drafted, reviewed, and signed by both parties.

No Advertisement marketing work will begin until the separate agreement is executed and the required initial payment is received.

18.3 Google Ads Management Not Included

Google Ads campaign creation, optimization, management, or advertising budget handling are not included in this Agreement.

If the Client purchases Google Ads services, the Client acknowledges:

A separate PPC contract will apply

Monthly pricing includes both management fees and ad spend

Only a portion of the monthly fee is allocated to Google Ads budget

Billing structures differ depending on contract length

Longer-term contracts include reduced management fee ratios

All terms, ratios, budget allocations, and obligations will be defined clearly in the separate Google Ads Agreement.

18.4 No Implied Marketing Obligations

The Service Provider has no responsibility to perform, advertising or consulting such as google ads unless client pays service provider for those services and a contract is signed.

18.5 Marketing / Advertising Contract Takes Precedence for Marketing Terms

If the Client signs a Marketing or Advertising Services Agreement in the future, its terms, conditions, and policies will supersede any marketing-related references in this Website + Ongoing Agreement.

Acknowledgment & Acceptance

By signing below, both parties acknowledge they have read, understood, and agree to be bound by all terms of this Agreement.

Effective Date: January 1, 2026

Last Updated: January 1, 2026

Service Provider:
WebNique LLC
Signature: Christopher Scotto