What if ‘contract’ wasn’t a bad word?!

Have you ever sent your clients a confusing, jargon-filled contract that was unfriendly, maybe even a little mean, and worried they wouldn’t sign it?  

And then worried that you wouldn’t be able to explain the contract if your client asked you about it because you need a law degree just to understand the contract?

Your contract is your final sales tool to close the deal, so it doesn’t make much sense that contracts are confusing, hostile, and filled with jargon.  

Having a user-friendly and easy-to-understand contract makes it 60% more likely that your client will sign the contract!

72% of small business owners say they're more likely to sign a contract when it's easy to understand

Makes sense, right? When things are clear and straightforward, it helps create a sense of trust and comfort between both parties.

You’re probably not shocked to learn that most web design contracts aren’t written with entrepreneurs or creatives like you in mind - lawyers don’t usually get your business.

That’s why you’ve probably used a paper mache contract, pieced together over the years from a few free contracts you’ve found here and there.

Or maybe you don’t even have a contract - you don’t know where to start, and the thought of going to a lawyer and having a custom contract drafted for $$$ is less than exciting.

The thing is, a contract is a seatbelt for your business. You may never need it if all goes well, but working without a contract means you’re risking a LOT of future headaches and stress.

It’s no surprise that:

• 83% of small business owners reported that using a well-written contract helps them avoid disputes with customers and clients.

• 73% of freelancers and small business owners reported losing money due to a lack of a formal contract.

A good contract will help you not only close sales quicker but also leave you feeling more confident, protected, and professional.

So, isn’t it time to stop leaving your business to chance?

And wanna know a little secret? Contracts don’t have to be so confusing and dull. Boring and intimidating language might be necessary if you’re in the corporate world working on a hostile takeover or a merger and acquisition deal.

Obscure and threatening language just doesn’t make sense if you’re actually excited to book a client and your clients are humans, not corporations.

You want to make it easy for your client to understand your work together and your business so that your client signs the contract quickly and you get paid quickly.

What if you had a contract that:

• Makes clients super excited to work with you 🙌

• Clearly spells out all the must-know info, ensuring everyone's on the same page about the project and their roles 📝

• Shields your business like a superhero cape from any future problems, saving you stress and headaches 💪

• Lets you confidently explain the contract like a total pro 🤓

• Doesn't break the bank—perfect for those just kickstarting their business adventures💸

Here’s the solution you didn’t even realize was possible.

Introducing an affordable web design contract crafted in friendly language designed to help you book clients.

Make it easy for your client to sign this contract because you can easily and confidently explain this contract, clearly communicate important project and business details, and build trust with your client through positive and trusting language.

All while you feel reassured that your business is protected if life happens and something doesn’t go quite as planned (we’ve all been there, right?!).

Replace the days of bewildering contracts that give you a headache, or the fear of working without a strong contract, with a contract that makes you feel confident, protected, and professional.  

This contract will give you the confidence and clarity you need to close more deals and protect your creative work.

Here’s what you get when you purchase this contract:

●      An immediately accessible contract available as a Google doc or Word document

●      Highlighted areas for you to fill in and add your own business and project specifications

●      Bonus exclusive sales guide to help you book more clients - 9 Proven Sales Tips to Book More Clients ($149 value)

A few of the standard provisions that this contract includes:

●      Project deliverables

●      Project scope

●      Project timeline

●      Payment terms

●      When your client needs to give you content and what content entails

●      Clear terms for ending the agreement if needed

●      Ownership of the website and intellectual property rights

●      Limits on what you can be responsible for

●      Handling situations out of your control such as a pandemic

●      How you’ll deal with potential conflicts

●      Your right to keep a link to your website on the client’s website footer

Important, but often overlooked provisions we include, too:

●      What happens if your client pays you and then disappears, never to be heard from again…or at least for 6-12 months

●      What’s not included in your services

●      How you’ll use AI in your work

●      What input and content your client is expected to provide

●      Expectations about website performance and showing up in Google Search

●      What to do and how services will be priced if the project scope expands

●      What devices you’ll test the website on for functionality and design purposes

●      How you’ll communicate with your client

●      Whose responsibility it is to provide the legal content you’ll need for your client’s website

●      How you’ll treat requests to install third party software like schedulers and what happens if there’s a software incompatibility

●      Who is responsible for website maintenance, updates, and security

Sample language from this contract:

●      We automate billing to make the payment process as convenient as possible. By providing your payment information, you authorize us to automatically charge the card on file for the due amount on [DATE]. This way, you won't have to worry about remembering to make payments, project delays, or incurring any late fees. We'll provide you with a receipt for each transaction, and if you have any concerns about any charges, please let us know within 30 days of the charge date. We want to ensure everything is accurate and resolve any issues immediately.

●      We want to ensure that your website is accessible to everyone, regardless of their device or browser. We'll make a reasonable effort to ensure your website looks good on mobile devices and browsers. However, we cannot guarantee that everything will look perfect on every device or browser, as some design elements may display differently across devices and browsers.

●      Unless you sign up for our maintenance plan, you will be responsible for maintaining, securing, and updating your website.

Love from our past clients for this contract template:

●      “I love the tone of the contract and how you break it down so it's not so legalese, but it's also very detailed.” - Cassandra @ Parisi Designs

●      “What I like about this contract is that it’s made by a lawyer who knows about web design…I also enjoyed some of the legal terms used throughout the contract that I personally had never seen. It's comprehensive and offers provisions I don't have in my current contract template.” - Irene @ Puraprana

●      “I think it's a very thorough, easy to customize contract! I feel confident using it in my business to ensure I'm covered.” - Melanie @ Raphael Consulting & Design

●      “I really LOVE how it is truly focused on a design business. Other templates that say they are for web designers don't thoroughly include clauses for issues that come up in everyday business. I really feel like this came with the web designer business in mind.” - Nora @ Spoon Drift Studio

●      “I love that I can understand it in plain terms. I also feel like my clients won't be afraid to sign it because they can understand it too.” - Nora @ Spoon Drift Studio

●      “I do absolutely love the plain language!” - Katelyn @ Launch the Damn Thing

• “I'm so excited to use this contract! I'm starting out as a web designer, and one of my biggest worries was my contract, I had no idea where to start…I was overwhelmed. I feel so at ease and confident now! It's very easy to get and gives a friendly tone, which I like. If I can understand this contract (and how I can edit it for myself), then I know my clients will too.” - Gracie @ Gracie Moon Marketing

Up Your Contract Game: 4 Easy Steps to Implementing This Web Design Contract Template in Your Business.

1. Download this convenient and editable contract template in either Microsoft Word or Google docs.

2. Customize the contract to your business by filling out the highlighted sections.

3. Apply the finished contract to your existing contract management system.

4. Send the contract to your client for their signature.

5 Ways This Web Design Contract Will Help You Level Up Your Web Design Business:

●      Grow your business by closing deals quickly: By using this easy-to-understand contract that won’t scare off potential clients, you'll be able to quickly and confidently close more deals, making it easier to book clients and grow your business.

●      More clarity = less stress: This friendly web design contract helps explain your terms with ease and transparency, helping you steer clear of misunderstandings and confusion with your clients. With this contract in your arsenal, you'll be more confident about explaining your work, ensuring a smooth and successful project.

●      Protect yourself: This web design contract template is like a legal shield that protects your business in case of any unexpected problems or disagreements.

●      Say goodbye to legal headaches and bills: With this user-friendly contract template, you can create a solid, professional contract without spending a fortune on lawyers or stressing over explaining confusing legal jargon.

●      Show your clients that you’re a professional and they’re in good hands: Impress your clients with your professionalism by using this comprehensive web design contract template. Show that you’re a pro who has thought about potential project risks and has a plan to deal with unexpected issues.

If you’ve read this far, you probably get why this contract would be helpful for your business. But maybe you’re still hesitating about the investment.

A little reminder that if you booked just one more client because of this contract, the investment would pay for itself multiple times over!

And yeah, you could maybe find a cheaper contract out there. You won’t find a contract like ours, though, because our contracts are tailored to the needs of online business owners and creatives.

We get online business, so we included relevant provisions like warning clients not to expect to show up on the first page of Google immediately after launching their website. We bet you can’t find another standard contract that includes this provision.

Our contracts are also uniquely friendly because we know that your contract is your final sales document standing between you and potential clients. We want to make it as easy and simple as possible for your client to actually book you.

And if you’re a tire kicker who thinks you’ll wait to make this investment, just a reminder that you never know when your luck will run out. You can’t predict when a project will go off the rails, and you won’t have much to show for all your hard work.  

Especially since 73% of freelancers and small business owners reported losing money due to a lack of a formal contract.

License:

When you purchase this contract, it is for your exclusive use only. This means that you cannot share, resell, or redistribute the contract to others, whether for free or for a fee. The contract is designed to protect your business and should only be used by you and your company. If you have a colleague or business partner who also needs a contract, they should purchase their own copy. Additionally, any customization made to the contract should only be for your business and should not be shared with others.