Introduction
Welcome to the Site Forge Web Designs website (“Website”). These Terms and Conditions (“Terms”) constitute a legally binding agreement between you (“Client” or “User”) and Site Forge Web Designs (“We,” “Us,” or “Company”). By accessing or utilizing our Website and Services, you signify your understanding and acceptance of these Terms. If you disagree with any part of these Terms, please cease using our Website immediately.
Scope of Services
Site Forge Web Designs specializes in the design and development of professional websites built on the WordPress platform. We leverage premium themes and industry-leading practices to deliver exceptional online experiences for our clients.
Intellectual Property Rights
Site Forge Web Designs retains full ownership of all design concepts, code, graphics, and other intellectual property elements created during the course of providing Services to the Client.
Upon completion of the project and full receipt of payment, Site Forge Web Designs grants the Client a non-exclusive, non-transferable license to use the developed website for the express purposes of their business or organization.
The Client acknowledges that they may not modify, resell, redistribute, or create derivative works based on the provided website design without the prior express written consent of Site Forge Web Designs.
Payment Terms
All prices are listed in NZD.
Project Initiation: To initiate a website development project, the Client shall provide a payment of the total project cost, as outlined in the project proposal or agreed-upon quote (unless stated different).
Once completed, Site Forge Web Designs will wait for the clients’ final review and approval. The Client will have 5 working days to review the website and request any reasonable revisions.
Accepted Payment Methods: Site Forge Web Designs accepts payment via credit/debit card, PayPal.
Process of Online Business Design
Order and Payment : Upon purchasing a website package from Site Forge Designs, the purchaser will be required to complete a payment process. After successful payment, the purchaser will receive a “Company Details Form” to submit the necessary details for creating a customized business website. This includes title, location, services, color schemes, and any pertinent images.
Website Creation and Delivery: Utilizing the details provided, Site Forge Designs will craft a bespoke website. Once completed, the website owner will be furnished with all pertinent details, including a basic user guide. This guide will cover essential aspects such as accessing emails, editing the website, understanding site statistics, and utilizing cloud storage.
Free Business Website Package
To proceed with the development of your free business website, an upfront payment covering the first three months of hosting is required ($120 NZD). As this offer is provided at a significantly reduced rate, this payment helps offset a portion of the initial development costs.
If you do not already have a domain, we can assist in selecting one that aligns with your business. Additionally, if content for the About or Services pages has not yet been prepared, we can create it on your behalf. To do so, we will require you to complete a brief form providing key details about your business, enabling us to develop high-quality, relevant content.
For clients without an existing logo, we offer a basic logo design at no additional cost.
Should you wish to transfer your website to a different hosting provider, a minimum hosting period of two years with us is required before eligibility for migration. Please note that the transfer process must be arranged directly with your new hosting provider.
Domain and Hosting
Domain: Excluding our Free Website Offer, packages include 1 year of free domain registration. Past the initial year, the domain must be renewed annually at the prevailing rate at the time of renewal.
Hosting: Included in all packages excluding our Free Launch Website plan is 3 months of complimentary hosting. After this period, we offer website hosting for $40 NZD per month, with flexible payment options: monthly, quarterly, semi-annually, or annually. Prepay for a full year and receive a 15% discount.
Email Addresses and Edits
Email Creation: At the initiation of your service, up to 3 email addresses can be created.
Website Edits: Should there be a need for modifications on the website that exceed the skillset of the website owner, such edits can be made by Site Forge Designs at an additional cost. The fee will be determined based on the complexity and depth of the work required. Once completed, Site Forge Web Designs will wait for the clients’ final review and approval. The Client will have 3 working days to review the website and request any reasonable revisions.
Disclaimer of Warranties
Service Delivery: Site Forge Web Designs provides its Services on an “as is” and “as available” basis. We make no express or implied warranties of any kind, including but not limited to warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, title, or non-infringement.
Third-Party Services: Site Forge Web Designs does not warrant the uninterrupted operation or error-free functionality of any third-party services integrated into the Client’s website, such as web hosting providers, payment gateways, or external plugins.
Performance Guarantees: While we strive to create high-quality websites, Site Forge Web Designs cannot guarantee specific results in terms of website traffic, search engine rankings, or business outcomes.
Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, Site Forge Web Designs shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages arising from or related to the use of our Services or this Website. This includes, but is not limited to, damages resulting from lost profits, business interruption, loss of data, or any other similar loss.
Site Forge Web Designs’ maximum aggregate liability to the Client under these Terms shall not exceed the total amount of fees paid by the Client for the specific Services giving rise to the claim.
Changes to Terms of Service
Site Forge Web Designs reserves the right to update or modify these Terms and Conditions at any time. We will make reasonable efforts to notify Clients of any substantial changes. Your continued use of the Website and our Services following any updates constitutes your acceptance of the modified Terms.
Dispute Resolution
Informal Dispute Resolution: Before initiating formal legal proceedings, the parties agree to attempt good-faith negotiations to resolve any dispute arising out of or related to these Terms.
Contact Information
If you have any questions regarding these Terms and Conditions, please contact Site Forge Web Designs at:
Email: support@siteforgedesigns.com