Terms and Conditions
Last updated: January 1, 2025
Welcome to Aarav Rathee's website. These Terms and Conditions outline the rules and regulations for the use of our website and services. By accessing or using our website, you agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions. If you disagree with any part of these terms, please do not use our website.
1. Definitions
- "Website" refers to aaravrathee.com and all associated pages and services.
- "We", "Us", "Our" refers to Aarav Rathee and our business operations.
- "You", "Your", "User" refers to the individual or entity accessing or using our website and services.
- "Services" refers to the website design, development, and related services we provide.
- "Content" refers to all text, images, code, designs, and other materials on our website.
2. Acceptance of Terms
By accessing and using this website, you accept and agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions and our Privacy Policy. If you do not agree to these terms, you must not use our website or services. We reserve the right to modify these terms at any time, and your continued use of the website constitutes acceptance of any changes.
3. Services Description
We provide AI-powered website design and development services for small businesses. Our services include:
- Custom website design using AI tools and technologies
- Responsive web development for all devices
- Website hosting setup and configuration
- Basic SEO optimization
- Technical support during the development phase
Specific service details, deliverables, timelines, and pricing will be outlined in individual project agreements or quotes.
4. Project Terms and Pricing
4.1 Pricing
Our standard website package is priced at £100 for small business websites. This price includes basic website design and development. Additional features, custom functionality, or complex requirements may incur additional charges, which will be communicated and agreed upon before work begins.
4.2 Payment Terms
Payment terms will be specified in your project agreement. Typically, we require:
- 50% deposit before project commencement
- 50% balance upon project completion and before final delivery
All payments are non-refundable once work has commenced, except as otherwise specified in your project agreement.
4.3 Project Timeline
We aim to deliver completed websites within 48 hours of project commencement. However, timelines may vary depending on project complexity, client feedback response times, and content availability. Delays caused by client non-responsiveness or late content provision may extend the delivery timeline.
5. Client Responsibilities
As a client, you agree to:
- Provide accurate and complete information necessary for project completion
- Supply all required content, including text, images, logos, and branding materials
- Ensure you have legal rights to use all content you provide
- Respond to requests for feedback and approvals in a timely manner
- Make payments according to the agreed schedule
- Inform us of any specific requirements or preferences before work begins
- Review and approve deliverables within the specified timeframe
6. Intellectual Property Rights
6.1 Client Content
You retain all ownership rights to the content you provide, including text, images, logos, and brand materials. By providing content to us, you grant us a license to use, modify, and display this content solely for the purpose of completing your project.
6.2 Completed Work
Upon receipt of full payment, you will own the final website design and code created specifically for your project. However, we retain the right to:
- Use the work in our portfolio and promotional materials
- Reuse general design techniques, concepts, and code patterns
- Retain rights to any pre-existing materials, templates, or tools used in the project
6.3 Third-Party Components
Websites may include third-party components, libraries, or services (e.g., fonts, frameworks, plugins) that are subject to their own licenses. You agree to comply with any applicable third-party licenses.
7. Revisions and Changes
We include a reasonable number of revision rounds in our standard package to ensure your satisfaction. Specific revision limits will be outlined in your project agreement. Additional revisions beyond the agreed scope may incur additional charges.
Major changes to project scope, features, or design after work has commenced may require a revised quote and extended timeline. We will communicate any scope changes and obtain your approval before proceeding.
8. Warranties and Disclaimers
8.1 Our Warranties
We warrant that:
- Services will be performed with reasonable care and skill
- Websites will be tested and functional at the time of delivery
- We have the right to provide the services offered
- Work will not infringe on third-party intellectual property rights
8.2 Disclaimers
EXCEPT AS EXPRESSLY PROVIDED, OUR WEBSITE AND SERVICES ARE PROVIDED "AS IS" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED. WE DO NOT WARRANT THAT:
- The website will be error-free or uninterrupted
- Defects will be corrected immediately
- The website or server is free of viruses or harmful components
- Results from using the services will meet your requirements
9. Limitation of Liability
TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW:
- Our total liability for any claims arising from our services shall not exceed the amount you paid for the specific services
- We shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages
- We shall not be liable for any loss of profits, revenue, data, or business opportunities
- We shall not be liable for any third-party claims or actions
- These limitations apply regardless of the form of action, whether in contract, tort, strict liability, or otherwise
10. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Aarav Rathee from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, costs, or expenses (including reasonable legal fees) arising from:
- Your use of our website or services
- Your violation of these Terms and Conditions
- Your violation of any third-party rights, including intellectual property rights
- Content you provide that infringes on third-party rights
- Any false or misleading information you provide
11. Termination
11.1 By You
You may terminate a project at any time by providing written notice. However, you will be responsible for payment for all work completed up to the termination date, and deposits are non-refundable.
11.2 By Us
We may terminate services and these Terms immediately if you:
- Breach these Terms and Conditions
- Fail to make payments as agreed
- Provide false or misleading information
- Engage in abusive or inappropriate behavior
- Fail to provide necessary materials or feedback
12. Confidentiality
Both parties agree to keep confidential any proprietary or sensitive information shared during the course of the project. This obligation continues even after project completion or termination. Confidential information does not include information that is publicly available or independently developed.
13. Force Majeure
Neither party shall be liable for any failure or delay in performance due to circumstances beyond their reasonable control, including but not limited to acts of God, war, terrorism, pandemics, strikes, power failures, or internet outages. In such events, the affected party will notify the other party and make reasonable efforts to resume performance.
14. Governing Law and Jurisdiction
These Terms and Conditions shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of England and Wales. Any disputes arising from these terms or our services shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of England and Wales.
15. Dispute Resolution
In the event of any dispute arising from these Terms or our services, both parties agree to first attempt to resolve the matter through good-faith negotiation. If the dispute cannot be resolved through negotiation within 30 days, either party may pursue other legal remedies.
16. Severability
If any provision of these Terms and Conditions is found to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect. The invalid provision shall be modified to the minimum extent necessary to make it valid and enforceable.
17. Entire Agreement
These Terms and Conditions, together with any project-specific agreements and our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and Aarav Rathee regarding the use of our website and services. These terms supersede all prior agreements, communications, and understandings, whether written or oral.
18. Amendments
We reserve the right to modify these Terms and Conditions at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting to our website with an updated "Last updated" date. Your continued use of our website or services after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the modified terms. We recommend reviewing these terms periodically.
19. Contact Information
If you have any questions about these Terms and Conditions, please contact us at:
Email: hello@aaravrathee.com
Location: London, UK
By using our website and services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions.